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Food Culture and Etiquette in the Ottoman Empire

The Ottoman Empire, which is a deep-rooted empire, is very rich in food culture and beverage culture, as in many other areas. The most curious and interesting culture has also been the food culture. The Ottoman culture, which has valuable examples in the art of war, politics, and science, is...

Books of Ottoman Cuisine Culture

Ottoman cuisine culture has been very effective in the formation of modern Turkish cuisine. The formation and enrichment of Turkish cuisine took a long time. It is known that Turks have established many civilizations since their nomadic period. Throughout this long historical adventure, they have acquired a rich culture. This situation also had...

Famous Turkish Cuisine Meals

When you think of Turkish cuisine, do you only think of doner kebab, lahmacun, and börek? Turkish cuisine has much more to offer! Turkish cuisine, strongly enriched by its location on two continents, also carries some features from Armenian, Mediterranean, and Indian cuisine. Every meal includes fresh vegetables and lots of...

Turkish Coffee Features and Preparation

Turkish coffee is not a type of coffee, it is the oldest cooking method of the popular hot beverage. Although its prevalence has waned somewhat with the advent of filter coffee, it is still common in the Middle East and Eastern Europe. In addition, more and more Turkish coffee is consumed all over the world. This...

2022 New Year’s Eve Celebrations in Istanbul

New Year’s Eve parties in Istanbul have long been known as one of the best parties in the world. It is traditionally a day at home with family and friends, but since the 1920s people have taken to the streets of Istanbul to celebrate the start of a new year. New Year‘s...

What to Drink in Istanbul?

What to drink in Istanbul and what is the local drink of the Turks? These questions are frequently asked by tourists. Istanbul is a city that hosts millions of tourists every year. Connecting the Asian and European continents, this city is the most interesting city in Turkey. If you are a tourist who has...

A Historical Look at New Year’s Celebrations

Every beginning is a new hope. It becomes even more important if this beginning is also a new year. As we start a new year, wishing that this year will be better is a phenomenon worth celebrating. To experience this joy with our loved ones, to turn a new page, and...

10 Delicious Sherbets from Ottoman Cuisine

Ottoman cuisine is an endless treasure. Its delicious dishes, fascinating recipes, and eye-catching colorful sherbets… Let’s talk about delicious sherbets from Ottoman cuisine, which became famous around the world. Ottoman sherbets; are drinks that can be admired with their colors, tastes, and naturalness. Their tastes, as well as their benefits, have...

Discover Ottoman Cuisine

The delicious tastes and dishes of the Ottoman cuisine developed under the influence of Anatolia’s fertile lands, historical riches, and many different cultures. Ottoman cuisine; consists of delicious dishes that have emerged as a result of a unique blend of Turkish, Middle Eastern, and Western cuisine influences. It has been...