Zucchini (Courgette) Fritters with Feta and Dill – Kabak Mucveri
Courgette fritters with feta and dill; make Mucver a part of your meze table… Zucchini are the most widely available summer squash in Turkey. They are very versatile, used in many dishes and their flowers are perfect for stuffing. These wonderful vegetarian fritters are fantastic accompanied by garlic-infused yoghurt or a leafy salad and crusty […]
Ten Top Tourist Attractions in Turkey
Not only is Turkey overwhelmingly gorgeous, its cities and landscapes are also incredibly diverse, offering a wealth of different kinds of destinations to holidaymakers. From the beaches of Ölüdeniz and the Mediterranean seaside resorts to the Roman ruins along the western and southern coasts, the dome and minaret-filled skyline of Istanbul and the misty mountains […]
Mardin: Where ancient survives
With its nature, architecture, history and donkeys, the southeastern city of Mardin is certainly a destination that will expand your understanding of Anatolia’s cultural melting pot. This article was written by Ernest Whitman Piper You are bored of normal city things. I understand. You want a break from the carousel of traffic, Facebook on tiny […]
Turkish customs you might not know about (part two)
Welcome to part two of our article on Turkish customs you might not know about. You can read part one here if you missed it. We’re starting with a look at some of the unspoken communication that takes place in Turkey that can be confusing to visitors Meaningful movements Turkish people say “yes” by a downward […]
Turkish customs you might not know about
When visiting Turkey you may notice there are customs that are very different to what you are used to at home. Turkish culture has a set of social rules all of its own, which can be confusing at first. Social Greetings Turkish people often greet each other with a kiss on each cheek. If a Turkish person […]
Driving in Turkey
Turkey is where eastern and western cultures come together, resulting in a fantastic blend of traditions and festivities. Not only that, Turkey is a diverse country, with spectacular mountain ranges, golden beaches, cities with wonderful sightseeing opportunities, and idyllic rural villages to explore. Such diversity can only truly be explored by the independent traveller, and […]