In this article, we give a lowdown on the best food delivery apps to use while in Turkey, but a word of warning first. Most of them provide more variety and choice when you are in the big cities like Istanbul, Ankara, and Izmir, or well-known destinations like Bodrum, and Antalya on the Mediterranean coast.
When looking for the best Middle-Eastern food and restaurants in Istanbul, prepare yourself for an avalanche of choices. Istanbul’s melting pot of cultures serves up cuisines from around the world, but over the last ten years, more people are looking to sample Middle Eastern culinary delights, and Istanbul does not disappoint.
No one can deny that Turkish coffee is the most famous in the world. It is an essential aspect in Turkish hospitality along with its accessories, Turkish Delight and an essential glass of water. Coffee in Turkey is not just a drink, it's a way of life. Read up on the fascinating history of Turkish coffee and why you cannot leave Turkey without trying at least one cup.
For those who are seeking a non-chemical, non-medical way to enhance their energy and intimate lives, the Spice Bazaar is the place to be! The spice shops are selling “Turkish Viagra”, an all natural remedy that will spice up your relationship with your significant other.
In most places of Turkey but especially Istanbul, Turkish street food is a culinary preference for many Turks and foreigners. Vendors deliver low prices, delicious tastes, and ready to eat food to hundreds of working locals or travellers looking for a quick bite to eat, without all the pomp and grandeur. All around the world, simplicity is what makes street food popular, and the Turks happen to be masters at it.
In 2017, Turkey exported 21,000 tons of organic food. Reaching 68 countries, earning 87 million USD in revenue, which was an increase on 2016 of 17%. The organic food market of Turkey is looking towards exporting even more goods in 2018, with countries like Germany, the USA and France driving the demand. Organic food companies are also eager to increase exports to the EU, one of Turkey’s already existing fruitful business partnerships.
Whatever time of year you choose to visit Turkey, you’re sure to be enthralled by this incredible country. Of course, some seasons are better suited to certain activities, whether that’s sunny days on the beach, racing down the snowy ski slopes, or soaking up the wealth of culture on offer throughout the country.However, many visitors neglect spring, choosing to holiday in Turkey during the summer months instead. What many fail to realise is how much there is to see and do in Turkey during spring, with the added benefits of lovely weather and fewer tourists. Find out more about why we think everyone should take a trip to Turkey during the spring.
Eating out with children while holidaying can be fraught with problems. Unfamiliar textures and flavours lurk at every turn, and children, who often have fixed ideas of what they like, will revolt at the drop of a hat when faced with a suspicious new food item. Avoid tantrums and tears with our handy guide to the best child-friendly food in Turkey.
Go to any significant shopping place like the Spice Bazaar in Istanbul, and the delectable range of spices and herbs are on display in large, wooden buckets for you to buy as much or as little as you want. Whatever your taste in flavourings and seasonings, whether mild, tart or chilli hot, the range of Turkish spices will perfectly compliment your pantry back home. But which ones should you buy? Here are our suggestions.
On September the 1st, fishermen across Turkey eagerly donned their gear and boarded large trawlers to sail the seas after a five-month fishing ban finished. Marking the beginning of the fishing season. So, is now the right time to be eating fish in Turkey? It certainly is, and this is our insider guide on how to ensure the best catch of the day ends up on your plate.
Out of all the things Turkey is famous for, one of the most under-rated is its ice cream. In contrast to other industries, we are not talking about some fake, copycat dessert for sizzling summer days but real Turkish ice cream with the unique ingredients of milk, sugar, salep and mastic. Turkish ice cream is called Dondurma which is a literal translation to mean “freezing.”.
By far, the most important room in a Turkish household is the kitchen. Turks place great emphasis on food. Not only does it fuel the body but it is also an important bond between friends, families, and strangers. Hospitality is one of the strongest pillars of Turkish society. Indeed many holidaymakers and travellers to Turkey often receive random invites to dinner from Turks they have only just met. But, it all starts and end in the kitchen, the ruling centre of any home.
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