Meet your private guide and start the day exactly like a local. We kick off in the vibrant Karakoy district with a lavish, traditional Turkish breakfast. You will savor classics like menemen (Turkish scrambled eggs with tomatoes and peppers), sucuklu omelet (spicy beef sausage), and decadent kaymak (clotted cream) drenched in local honey.

Next, we stroll through the historical Tophane neighborhood. We will pause at a chic, modern coffee house for a perfectly brewed cup of Turkish coffee, paired with a tasting of some of the absolute freshest, highest-quality baklava Istanbul has to offer.

We leave Europe behind and board a local ferry to cross the spectacular Bosphorus Strait. Enjoy the sea breeze and iconic skyline views as we arrive in Kadıköy on the Asian side (historically known as Chalcedon).

Kadikoy is a food lover's paradise. As we explore the bustling streets, you will have the chance to taste authentic, slow-cooked Turkish home meals (at a traditional artisan eatery) or indulge in perfectly grilled, premium kebabs. No culinary tour of Kadikoy is complete without visiting the vibrant fish market. Here, we will dive into iconic Istanbul street food, including savory stuffed or fried mussels and the famous kokorec. (Plus, your guide will have a few delightful "secret dishes" up their sleeve for you to try along the way!)

We will end our culinary journey at the Kadikoy ferry station. Your guide will ensure you are perfectly oriented and help you board the correct ferry for a simple, relaxing ride back to your hotel on the European side.