Begin your experience in a cozy, welcoming kitchen in central in old townAntalya. Be greeted with a traditional Turkish tea and a short introduction from your local host, who has years of experience in preparing and teaching Turkish sweets.

Start with a brief background on kunefe’s origins, how it varies between regions, and why it holds such an important place in Turkish culinary culture. From there, it’s time to get hands-on.

Learn about the essential components: high-quality kadayıf, the right type of cheese (and how to substitute it outside Turkey), clarified butter (tereyağı), and homemade syrup.

Be guided through every step, from how to properly butter and layer the kadayıf, to achieving that crispy outer texture while keeping the inside soft and cheesy. Cook your dessert on a traditional round tray over a low flame, learning how to rotate and control the heat for even cooking.

Once cooked, soak your kunefe with warm syrup and top it with pistachios. Finally, sit down together to enjoy your freshly prepared kunefe, served with tea and good conversation.