WorldFood Istanbul ★ 3.6
WorldFood Istanbul at Tüyap Fairgrounds in Büyükçekmece, the December industry food fair drawing producers and chefs from across the region.
Food festivals in Istanbul worth planning a trip around, by month.
Festivals through the year
December 2026 2 festivals
The International Istanbul Gastronomy Festival is a Turkish Chefs and Cooks Federation competition with more than 70 medal categories; the 22nd edition ran 17 to 20 December 2025 in Bahcelievler.
April 2027 1 festival
Istanbul Tulip Festival across Emirgan Park each April, a flower festival framing pop-up Turkish breakfast cafes, lokum stalls and tea gardens for the spring.
August 2027 1 festival
F Istanbul, the August food-and-beverage export fair at Istanbul Expo Center, where Anatolian producers show against international packaging and equipment.
September 2027 1 festival
Istanbul Coffee Festival ★ 4.4
Istanbul Coffee Festival at Tepe Nautilus in Kadıköy, the city's biggest specialty-coffee gathering with roasters, barista showcases and Turkish coffee.
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Istanbul: Kadikoy Food Tour with 12+ Delicacies Tastings
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Istanbul: Private Food Tour with Guide
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Istanbul: Cooking Class Ottoman Cuisine with Michelin Chef
Cook at least three traditional Turkish dishes with a Michelin-starred chef, discovering lesser-known Ottoman recipes, authentic techniques, and rich culinary stories.
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