All too often we travel to see the biggest tourist attractions but wind up missing the bigger picture. Sometimes, it’s better to just relax and take things slow. Especially in those small in-between towns, like Alacati, Turkey. When people think of Turkey they usually think of Istanbul, Ankara, and Izmir —you’ve probably never even heard […]
There are a lot of reasons to visit Turkey. Between the people, the bazaars, the scenery, and the low cost, you’d be hard-pressed to find a reason not to visit. However, right now, we’re going to talk about one of the biggest perks of visiting Turkey – the food. Although many people are unaware of […]
They do say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but nowhere is it esteemed as much as in Turkey. Known as kahvalti (which means ‘before coffee’), Turkish breakfast is an abundant feast of sweet and savory delights. Here is why breakfast is an absolute must-have in Turkey. A Typical Turkish Breakfast […]
Did you know that Istanbul is one of Europe’s most affordable cities to visit? This gorgeous city, resting between Asia and Europe, is vibrant with Turkish culture, phenomenal food, and more. Nisantasi, a prime shopping district in Istanbul, is a prime location for all this — plus great stores and malls. Here, labels like Louis […]
Research has found that the average fast-food kebab contains 98% of the daily salt recommendation, plus almost 150% of the recommended daily allowance of saturated fat. No wonder these meaty babies are so good! If you love kebabs and are planning a trip to Turkey – then you will definitely want to sample some Turkish […]
Do you love to eat? Are you the adventurous type who is keen on trying everything? When was the last time you tried something new? When it comes to food, the world never runs out of new cuisines. And if you love traveling to different countries, trying out local delicacies is a must. Food gives […]
Are you ready to sate your sweet tooth? The best way to do this is with Turkish desserts. There is a wide array of goodies that you can try from the most normal to the most out there. While you can make some of these tasty Turkish sweets at home, you haven’t lived until you’ve […]
According to most surveys, tea is the most widely consumed beverage in the world, after water. In fact, on any given day, approximately 159 million Americans are sipping their favorite piping hot brew. Of these, about 84 percent is black tea, and we’ve just discovered your new potential favorite! The next time you’re selecting a […]
In places like the UK, approximately 11 million loaves of bread are bought daily by 99.8% of the households. Ever since its discovery, bread became a daily breakfast meal for most people all over the world. There are many types of bread with a range of tastes and flavors as diverse as the cultures of […]
In every language, the word sweet implies not just flavor but pleasant, agreeable and happy things. In Turkey, not just the word sweet but the word halva “Turkish: helva” has a similar metaphorical significance. Helva is foremost among the many sweets and puddings which form such a considerable branch of Turkish culinary culture, and also […]
