Baklava is a very sweet and delicious dessert - and one that goes perfect with a strong espresso coffee. Whilst this is a popular dessert here in Turkey, it is also popular elsewhere, the Bulgarians claim it as Bulgarian and the Greeks also claim it as Greek!Last Updated ( Tuesday, 11 August 2009 07:25 )
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At this time of year, thoughts automatically turn to the Barbecue. Kofta are a traditional Turkish dish which are served all year round - similar in taste to a spicy meatball ... perfect over a charcoal barbecue! A firm favourite with adults and children alike...
Last Updated ( Tuesday, 09 June 2009 18:35 )
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Wine production in Eastern Anatolia dates back to 4,000 B.C. Evidence of the skills as early wine producers can be found in Ankara’s Museum of Anatolian Civilisations, where pictures and the remains of vine growing and wine production show the areas rich her...
Last Updated ( Monday, 01 June 2009 09:26 )
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Borek is a dish, which was popular during the days of the Ottoman Empire although it is originally thought to have come from either Arabia or people from Central Asia who migrated to Anatolia. It is a type of pie, made from thin layers of yufka or phyllo pastry,...
Last Updated ( Friday, 29 May 2009 06:53 )
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Turkey’s favourite alcoholic drink is the rocket fuel known as Raki and often dubbed ‘the lions punch’ (aslan sütü) because of its strong alcohol content. Such is its popularity that Turks drink around 60 million litres a year. It is quaffed at mealtim...
Last Updated ( Tuesday, 12 May 2009 10:34 )
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Renowned confectioners Ali Muhiddin Hacı Bekir Confectioners of Istanbul claim that Turkish Delight or Lokum as it is known in Turkey, originated here in the 15th century. Originally, the recipe was made using honey and molasses combined with water and flour ...
Last Updated ( Wednesday, 06 May 2009 09:00 )
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Kebabs are synonymous with Turkish cuisine and they come in a variety of shapes, sizes and preparations, with each region having its own local variant. The name comes from the Arabic word meaning fried meat. Kebabs originated because of the shortage of cooking...
Last Updated ( Wednesday, 22 April 2009 19:40 )
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Whilst Turkey is not synonymous with wine production today, it has played a key role in the history of wine and is possible one of the first wine producing countries. It is actually home to around 600 to 1,200 native varieties of the European grapevine, althou...
Last Updated ( Tuesday, 21 April 2009 20:07 )
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Known as
Dugun Corbasi
, this tasty soup is as its name suggests served at Turkish wedding parties as an appetizer. It is served in small bowls but can be served more generously to make a hearty main course. In summer it is great served chilled. There is a stran...
Last Updated ( Monday, 06 April 2009 21:34 )
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