An In-Person Evening with Özlem Warren: Recipes from Istanbul
About this Event
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What’s on the Menu:
Red Lentil Soup with Pul Biber Oil
Gözleme with Filo, Cheese and Spinach
Beet Salad with Olives, Hazelnuts and Spiced Oil
Buttery Semolina Halva with Pine Nuts
Özlem Warren has taught more livestream classes than any other teacher at the Milk Street Cooking School—so we couldn’t be more delighted to welcome her back to our in-person school this fall for an evening of cooking, conversation, learning and eating together. At this hands-on class led by Özlem, the focus is on the recipes that define and describe the culinary capital that is “Īstanbul”—both the city and the name of her most recent cookbook.
The night begins with a demonstration of a creamy, nourishing red lentil soup that’s lightened and brightened with a batch of homemade pul biber-spiced oil. As the soup simmers, you’ll don your aprons for some hands-on cooking guided by Özlem. On the menu is her crispy, flaky and perfectly balanced Spinach & Cheese Gözleme, a skillet dish that’s practical enough for casual weeknights and impressive enough for company. Plus, Özlem will share alternative filling variations and smart make-ahead tips to make the recipe even more versatile and doable.
As you enjoy a family-style dinner that includes the dishes you’ve made plus a batch of Özlem’s perfect-for-fall Beet Salad with Olives, Hazelnuts and Spiced Oil, you’ll get to talk to Özlem about her books, her travels, the culinary tours she runs and much more. The meal closes with a batch of buttery semolina halva, a gently sweet dessert that’s rich in history across Türkiye and that comes to Özlem from a beloved auntie. We wrap up with time to have your copy of “Istanbul,” which is included with your ticket, signed.
About Özlem: Özlem Warren is an award-winning author, Turkish food writer and cookery teacher. She frequently travels to teach Turkish cookery in the USA, Tu¨rkiye, UK, Europe and Jordan. Her recipes and articles are published in major newspapers and magazines, including Waitrose Food, Waitrose Weekend, Good Food, delicious, Food and Travel, Olive, National Geographic Traveller, The New York Times Cooking, The Washington Post, Milk Street Magazine, VOGUE Tu¨rkiye, Hu¨rriyet Daily News and Sabah Daily. Her debut book, Özlem’s Turkish Table, won the 2020 Gourmand Best in the World Award inFood Heritage. Her second cookery book, Sebze: Vegetarian recipes from my Turkish kitchen, won the 2025 Gourmand Best in the World Award in Vegetarian Category. Özlem is passionate about her homeland, has hosted numerous culinary tours to Istanbul and Tu¨rkiye, and also has participated inMilk Street & Culinary Backstreets Istanbul culinary tours. Özlem shares her recipes, events and travels on her Instagram page: @ozlems_turkish_table
Our hands-on cooking classes are capped at 14 attendees. Students work in pairs of two at fully equipped stations. Each attendee requires their own ticket.
This class is vegetarian and can easily be adapted for gluten-free and nut-free diets. However, please note that Milk Street is not an allergen-free space; if your allergy is severe, please get in touch before registering to understand if this event is a good fit for you.
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FAQs
Is this an in-person event?
Yes. This event will take place in person at our location at 177 Milk Street in Boston. Expect plenty of hands-on cooking - not just a demonstration! If you are looking for a livestream cooking class, you can find our upcoming virtual class calendar here.
What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?
Parking garages:
- Boston Harbor Garage (known as the Aquarium Garage)
- 75 State Street
Trains:
- Aquarium stop on the Blue Line
- State Street on Blue and Orange Line
- Government Center on the Blue and Green Lines
- Haymarket on the Orange and Green Lines, and multiple bus lines
Bus Lines:
- 4, 92, 93, 352, 354
The entrance to our school is directly across from 49 India Street. Our entrance doors have two bowties on them.
Is my registration ticket refundable?
No. We do not offer refunds for in-person registrations. However, your ticket is fully transferable to another person for this event on these dates. You are responsible for finding someone to use your ticket, arranging reimbursement, and for sending us the new attendee's full name, contact information, and any special dietary requests.
Is a meal included?
Yes. In addition to a snack midway through class, you will sit down to a full dinner, served family-style, at about 7:30 pm.
I have an allergy or dietary restriction. Can I still come?
We work hard to accommodate as many allergies and dietary needs as possible. You are welcome to write us at [email protected] to get more detailed information on whether this event is a good fit for you.
Are children allowed?
Children 11-17 are allowed to participate if they attend and cook with an adult parent or guardian. The minor and the adult must each have a ticket to the class.
How many people does one ticket cover?
One ticket covers one attendee.
How early do I need to arrive?
You are welcome and encouraged to arrive up to 15 minutes before the event begins.
I'm an Insider. Do I get a discount to the in-person classes?
Yes! Insiders get 15% off their ticket. To access your discount, please send a message to [email protected].
This date doesn't work for me. Will this class be offered again soon?
We offer in-person events on a limited basis. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee that this class will be offered again soon.
Where can I contact the organizer with further questions?
Write to us with any other questions at [email protected].
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 145.52
