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Urla Cooking Class
Hone your appreciation for olive oil at an interactive tasting in Urla
Join one of Turkey's top experts for a story-driven masterclass in olive oil and learn to evaluate it like a pro
More...The Experience
Sample some of Urla's finest local olive oils during an interactive tasting session and enhance your enjoyment of this delicious "liquid gold." You'll join Duygu Özerson Elakdar, a certified blend master, who will begin with a story-driven discussion of Urla's unique terroir and olive oil history. Then, you'll discover how to identify both positive and negative attributes in olive oil, including defect detection, in a blend of sensory education and consumer empowerment. Plus, you'll receive a certificate of participation as a reminder of your new skills. Exclusively for Mastercard cardholders.
What's priceless
Exploring a new culture through your taste buds.
The highlights
- Meet a renowned olive oil expert and gain insight into the history of olive cultivation in Urla
- Taste a wide selection of premium extra virgin olive oils and note their different characteristics
- Develop your skills in recognizing flaws in olive oil and learn what to look for on a label
- Take home a certificate of participation
Details
- Priceless experiences are reserved for Mastercard cardholders
- Experience is for participants 18 years old and older
- Experience takes place on 23 August, 27 September, 25 October, and 22 November 2025 at 10 a.m
- Experience is available in English and Turkish
- Experience is for 1 person
- Price listed is for 1 person
- Experience does not include transportation
- By clicking "Waitlist", you agree to all our Terms of Use and Terms & Conditions
Fine Print
- This experience is non-refundable once purchased
