Social Home Dinner with Local Family with Mom's Food

5.0
(4 reviews)
Istanbul, Turkey

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

When we travel, all of us can search for the best restaurant in town to have a great dish. But, again, all of us ask the question "I want to discover real, local Istanbul. I want to find something that not everyone can find". Here, we are bringing something authentic to the table.

Local life that we, travellers want to see is mostly at local's home. That's why, we are inviting you to a family home, to discover Turkish culture and hospitality while you eat a great homemade meal.

We want to share, teach and learn. That's why, we also need you. Come join us for a time, that gives you a comfort similar to what you would have at your own home with your closest friends, but also gives you a curiosity to discover new people and cultures.

Example Menu

Main

Dolma

Grape leaves and vegeables stuffed with a mixture of rice and spices.

Main

Karnıyarık

Fried Eggplants being filled with meat and sauce, baked

Starter

Carrot with yoghurt

Cooked Carrot mixed with yoghurt and garlic

What's Included

Dinner

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Selamlık Cd. No:21

Istanbul has traffic issue. I suggest you use metro, ferry as much as you can. Instructions to the address for public transportation is written on tickets

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

The shortest description of this experience is: deeply feel the local culture and hospitality. We love creating bridges between people and cultures.

How do we do that with this experience? We are inviting you to a local family home to join us for a dinner. While you are enjoying the variety of Turkish cuisine, you will experience a genuine family atmosphere as if you were at home.

That's where we aim. We want to show our culture, how we live our lives in our homes, and how we, Easterners, are known for our hospitality. While we give you a vision of our daily home life, we will genuinely be curious about your culture and traditions.

So, we will share, learn, and teach in the most warm atmosphere possible. And we will use a great eating session for this.

So, come to our home and be our guests. But leave as a friend!

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We’re happy that you’re considering joining us for a LokalBond experience! Our goal is to create unforgettable memories by connecting you with the real locals of the city to introduce the culture and vibrant local life of Turkiye. To ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable experience, we ask that all guests review our participation waiver. By completing your booking, you acknowledge that you’ve read and accepted the terms of the waiver below. We’ve kept it straightforward and easy to understand, so you can focus on what really matters—getting ready for a special time with us! LokalBond Experiences Waiver and Release of Liability 1. Acknowledgment of Risks: I, acknowledge that participating in this experience offered by LokalBond involves certain inherent risks, including but not limited to physical activity, travel, potential hazards, and interaction with individuals and environments that may carry unknown risks. I understand that these risks may result in personal injury, illness, or damage to personal property. 2. Voluntary Participation: I affirm that my participation in this experience is entirely voluntary and that I have been informed about the nature of the experience. I understand that I am under no obligation to participate and that I may withdraw from the experience at any time without penalty. 3. Health and Fitness: I certify that I am in good health and physical condition to participate in this experience. I do not have any medical conditions, disabilities, or other concerns that would limit my ability to safely participate. I agree to inform LokalBond of any changes in my health status prior to the experience. 4. Assumption of Risk: I hereby assume all risks associated with my participation in the experience, including but not limited to those mentioned above. I acknowledge that LokalBond and its representatives have made no warranties regarding the safety of the experience or the environments involved. 5. Release of Liability: In consideration of being allowed to participate in the experience, I hereby release, waive, discharge, and hold harmless LokalBond, its owners, employees, agents, hosts, and other participants from any and all claims, actions, damages, or liabilities arising out of or related to my participation in the experience, including, but not limited to, any claims of negligence on the part of LokalBond or its representatives. 6. Indemnification: I agree to indemnify and hold harmless LokalBond from any and all claims, actions, or damages, including attorney fees, arising out of or related to my participation in the experience, whether caused by the negligence of LokalBond or otherwise. 7. Governing Law: This waiver and release shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Turkish law, without regard to its conflict of laws principles. 8. Acknowledgment of Understanding: I have read this waiver and release of liability, fully understand its terms, and approve it freely and voluntarily without any inducement. I understand that by confirming this document, I am giving up certain legal rights, including the right to sue LokalBond or its representatives.
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Dining Experiences
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Breakfast
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Dinner
Small Group
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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