Kalkan villa holidays

Self-catering in Kalkan

One of the pleasures of a villa holiday in Kalkan is how easy it is to settle into your own routine: breakfasts on the terrace, market lunches you didn't plan, and an evening barbecue when the heat finally softens.

Below is a practical guide to food shopping, markets and local staples. It's intentionally selective rather than exhaustive, designed to help you get going from day one.

Good to know

Most villas have a barbecue

Ovens are typically electric; hobs often use gas.

Names, locations and opening hours can change, particularly between seasons. Information is shared in good faith and is best treated as a guide.

Supermarkets in and around Kalkan

Kalkan has a mix of small local markets and familiar Turkish supermarket chains. If you're arriving late, a small first shop (water, breakfast basics, a few essentials) can make the first morning feel effortless.

Local markets and mini supermarkets

Nur Market (small supermarket) - Yayla Cd, Kızıltaş
Can Can Market (general store) - near Elixir Hotel on Kalamar Road
Phone: 0242 844 1490
Erdem Supermarket - between Aubergine and Trio by the harbour
Phone: 0242 844 2200
Yalı Efes - alcohol, tobacco and snacks; just down from Yapı Kredi Bank
Yalı Express (Kalamar Road) - near Cafe Vita on Kalamar Road (delivery available)

Supermarket chains

A101 - underneath Garanti Bank (Şehitler Cd)
BİM - corner of Şehitler Cd and Hürriyet Cd (near the D400 junction)
Migros - up from Ziraat Bank on Şehitler Cd
Kipa Ekspres - next to Samira Hotel
Lucky Supermarket (formerly Ecem Tekno Market) - old Belediye building, near Elibol Likya

Shopping deliveries

It's often possible to arrange a grocery delivery to your villa, including a shop left for arrival (particularly useful for late flights). If you'd like to organise this, please contact us and we'll point you towards the most suitable options for your villa location and arrival time.

Delivery availability and minimum spend can vary by provider and season.

Butchers in Kalkan

For barbecues, the local butchers are worth seeking out. You'll often find excellent kebab skewers, chicken pieces, köfte and a good choice of beef and lamb cuts.

Bülent Kasap - between Yapı Kredi Bank and Smile supermarket
Phone: 0242 844 3572

Fresh fruit, vegetables and markets

The region's sunshine and fertile soil mean produce is a real highlight. For the best choice and value, head to the local markets in and around Kalkan.

Market days (guide)

Thursday: Kalkan market (easy on foot)
Sunday: Akbel market (above Kalkan; walking from town not recommended)
Friday: Kaş market (around 25 minutes by car; dolmuş in season)
Tuesday: Fethiye market (large, and good for fish; around an hour by car; transport varies by season)

What to look for

Tomatoes, peaches, figs, herbs, lemons and seasonal greens are often excellent. It's also a good place to pick up olives, honey, spices and small pantry staples.

If you're unsure, most stalls will let you taste before you buy.

Cheese

Local markets offer a wide variety of cheeses made from goat, sheep and cow's milk. You'll often find styles that feel familiar (and others that don't), and sellers will usually let you taste before you choose. Feta-style cheeses are used widely in local cooking and are well worth trying in a few variations.

Bread

Supermarkets stock fresh bread delivered daily from local bakeries, including sliced and unsliced loaves. For breakfast, try simit (a circular bread coated in sesame seeds), often served alongside a traditional Turkish spread of cheeses, tomatoes, olives and eggs.

Wine, beer and spirits

Turkey is a wine-producing country, and you'll find a range of bottles in supermarkets and on restaurant lists. Styles and pricing vary, and taxation can influence restaurant mark-ups.

Turkish wine producers (examples)

Pamukkale - available in many supermarkets and restaurants in Kalkan.
www.pamukkalesarap.com

Kavaklıdere - widely stocked in Turkey and often found locally.
www.kavaklidere.com

Prices vary significantly by year, retailer and exchange rate.

Beer

Efes is Turkey's best-known beer and an easy match for hot Mediterranean evenings. You'll also find other Turkish and imported options in larger supermarkets.

As with everything, pricing depends on season and retailer, and can change quickly.

Most villas are equipped for simple outdoor cooking, and supplies are easy to pick up locally. If you'd like help planning an arrival shop or sourcing a delivery option for your villa, please speak to our team.

Information is shared as a practical guide. Shop names, locations, opening times and pricing can change, particularly between seasons. If something matters for your arrival (late-night shopping, delivery, or dietary requirements), we recommend checking closer to travel.