Start on Istanbul’s European side, exploring the local streets around Eminönü and the Spice Bazaar while tasting flavors connected to the city’s markets, trade and everyday food culture.
Then cross the Bosphorus by ferry — part of daily life in Istanbul and one of the best ways to experience the city between two continents. On the Asian side, continue into Kadıköy, where markets, small food shops and neighborhood favorites introduce another side of Istanbul’s culinary life.
Along the way, you’ll taste a variety of regional Turkish specialties and traditional drinks while your guide connects the food with the people, migrations and traditions behind it. Rather than simply moving from one tasting to the next, you’ll discover how different parts of Türkiye have come together to shape the way Istanbul eats today.