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Ankara Food Tour & Cooking Class
Discover the exotic flavors of Turkish cuisine on this epicurean adventure in Ankara. First, explore the local food markets to give you an authentic insight into Turkeyโs gastronomic culture, and then learn to prepare classic Turkish dishes during a cooking class. Itโs a perfect date for couples whโฆ
- The date begins with a morning or early afternoon rendezvous at a local food market in Ankara. Here, you will explore the vibrant stalls brimming with colorful ingredients, mingling with local shoppers, and learning about famous Turkish produce.
- After immersing yourselves in Ankara's bustling food scene, you will head to a local cooking classroom. You will get hands-on assistance from an expert chef, learning to prepare traditional Turkish dishes such as bรถrek, dรถner, or baklava. Your culinary creations will then serve as an afternoon or evening meal, which you will enjoy together.
- The day ends with sipping traditional Turkish tea and enjoying a relaxing conversation about your culinary experience. You can exchange your thoughts about the cooking class, discuss your favourite Turkish dishes, and plan your next gastronomic adventure in Ankara.
Preparation steps:
- Before your date, do a quick research on Turkish cuisine and popular dishes. Having a basic idea of what you might like to prepare will enhance your market visit and cooking class experience.
- Ensure to wear comfortable shoes since you will spend time walking around the market. As you will also be cooking, wear clothes that you won't mind getting a little dirty and if possible, bring an apron.
- Consider budgeting for purchases at the market. Even though this date is on the lower end budget-wise, you might find something at the market you want to bring home.
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Some tips:
- To make the most out of your market visit, try to engage with vendors. They are often knowledgeable about their products and can share tips on how to choose the best ingredients.
- During the cooking class, don't be shy about asking questions. Turkish culinary tradition is rich and your instructor will likely be passionate and eager to share their expertise.
- Lastly, remember to enjoy yourselves and make this a learning experience. Not everything may go perfectly โ a dish might not turn out exactly as it should โ but what matters most is that you had fun while discovering new flavors together.