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Hello Workawayers, I'm Sezer 39 years old professional Chef. I was born in Istanbul, Turkey and I've traveled, lived, worked, volunteered all over the world. Now I'm back to town where I grow up that is Alanya. Since I decided to settle down here, I don’t have a lot of time for traveling and experiencing different cultures at where they belong. So I’m hosting volunteers to quench my thirst for learning and meeting new people.
I've studied culinary arts at Miami, US also worked there in high end kitchens. I've been professionally cooking for more then 10 years and I've been teaching cooking professionally for 2 years.
Alanya is a touristic city by the Mediterranean Sea.
We are running a 6 wooden room (quality bungalow style) hotel in my grandfather’s mandarin field. We have built the place with professional constructors and volunteers all around the world! I had 70 fruit trees when I started this project and then I kept planting more.We now have over 180 fruit trees and we are not stopping:)
I’m proud and loving it!
There are over 100 years old olive trees, mandarins, lemons, avocados, oranges, loquats and many more.
Of course we have many cats living in the garden.
Our place is 5 minutes walk away from the beach.
We have a swimming pool that you can use.
I’m staying in one of the rooms so living on site.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Interests
Self development
Sustainability
Pets
Farming
Plant care
Gardening
Cooking & food
Books
Animals
Nature
Beach
Hiking
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
I'm enthusiastic about learning new cultures so I'll be more then happy to help you with Turkish culture and learn about your culture.
I've lived and worked with people from all around the world. I know a lot and I'm excited to learn and teach more about different cultures.
You will definitely learn about Turkish food. Interact with Turkish team members.
Workawayers could learn about the local culture, local language, see the local daily activities.
If you are lucky, in your time, workawayers could attend in a local wedding party, birth celebration or funeral ceremony.
I can teach workawayers Turkish cuisine.
3 meals a day will be provided
Help
UPDATE
Help with garden such as pruning, digging, watering
Physically fit people who would be able do physical tasks like digging, shoveling and light landscaping help. People who’s not afraid to get dirty while helping.
Who is able to help 5 hours a day.
Help with housekeeping, cleaning guest rooms.
I also need help and assistance with household chores. Like cleaning, cooking.
We would never ask anyone to do something that they don’t find appealing to them and we try to find different tasks for everyday so you don't get bored by doing same task everyday. If you tell us a bit about yourself and what you are hoping to gain from this experience, i am sure we will find the most convenient and comfortable way for you to help us.
I'll be helping and explainig what to do and/or I might be doing tasks with you so no worries about how to help.
In winter (November - February) it might be rainy and we might need to do tasks outdoors. Bring appropriate gear for outdoor tasks(raincoat, rain proof shoes, etc..)
In summer (June - August) it’s definitely going to be really hot and overwhelming so make sure you’re up to it. Mosquito repellent and sunscreen would be helpful.
Bring clothes and/or shoes that you’re ok getting dirty.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Turkish: Fluent
Spanish: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
Volunteer will have his/her own studio.
My place is at Payallar Alanya, a few minutes walk away from the famous Cleopatra beach.
There is aaaa lot to do in Alanya just check things to do and visit in Alanya
What else ...
Swimming, sightseeing, bike riding, paragliding,diving
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Perfect spot for digital nomads since its a quiet spot and Turkey is relatively cheap compared to other European countries.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Feedback (6)
She fit in to our Turkish lifestyle and community smoothly, making Turkish coffee and tea for us. Also cooked us delicious Italian food.
She is fast paced, easy learner,… read more
Work included levelling the ground, harvesting olives, building a compost frame and building and turning compost as well as cooking and general gardening.
Sezar was very generous and helpful, especially after Stefan had cut the tendon in his finger while… read more
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She fit in to our Turkish lifestyle and community smoothly, making Turkish coffee and tea for us. Also cooked us delicious Italian food.
She is fast paced, easy learner,… read more
Work included levelling the ground, harvesting olives, building a compost frame and building and turning compost as well as cooking and general gardening.
Sezar was very generous and helpful, especially after Stefan had cut the tendon in his finger while… read more
The accommodation and food were excellent and it is only a short journey into Alanya with easy transportation. The local town, Payallar,… read more
Unfortunately, we only… read more
