Fethiye: The Cultural Mosaic of Muğla
Fethiye, often celebrated as the “pearl of Muğla,” is a district renowned for its remarkable blend of historical and natural beauty. Over the centuries, it has evolved into a cultural mosaic, welcoming visitors from diverse backgrounds and assimilating their influences. This transformation has bestowed Fethiye with a unique identity, enriched by the convergence of various […]
Taksim and Beyoğlu: the vibrant heart of Istanbul
Welcome to the second part of our series with Mick & Trudie. In this video, they take you through the vibrant heart of Istanbul: Taksim and Beyoğlu. Mick & Trudie explore famous landmarks and uncover the rich history behind this unique district. Once as renowned as Trafalgar Square in London, Taksim continues to captivate visitors […]
Fethiye Times News – Week Ending 28th July 2024
Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Türkiye. Curated from various news sources. NEWS Metropolitan Lavender Festival unites producers and citizens The Muğla Metropolitan Municipality recently hosted a Lavender Festival at Koku Vadisi, bringing together local producers and citizens in celebration of this fragrant harvest. The festival is part of […]
Özlem Warren’s “SEBZE”: a fresh perspective on Turkish vegetarian cuisine
Many of you may know Özlem Warren from her cookbook, Ozlem’s Turkish Table: Recipes from My Homeland, and have participated in her cooking classes or tried recipes from the book. After two years of hard work, Özlem has released her latest cookbook, SEBZE, offering a vibrant exploration of Turkish vegetarian cuisine. This book skillfully captures […]
Turkish surnames – a look behind the names
When you think that in England surnames have been used since the 11th century, it is amazing that until 90 years ago the Turkish people didn’t have them The Surname Law The Surname Law was introduced in 1934 as part of Atatürk’s Reforms and required all citizens of Türkiye to choose a formal, legal family […]
Fethiye Times News – Week Ending 21st July 2024
Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Türkiye. Curated from various news sources. NEWS Three Injured in Paragliding Accident on Babadağ A paragliding accident occurred on Saturday on Babadağ in Fethiye’s Ölüdeniz region, resulting in injuries to three individuals. The incident involved a parachutist and his passenger, who fell into […]
Three-cheese pide with egg and salsa verde
This decadent three-cheese pide (a kind-of oval Turkish pizza) with fill you with the rich joys of life. The acidity in the salsa verde cuts through the richness. Recipe taken from Berber & Q: On Vegetables by Josh Katz (£25 Kyle Books). Ingredients Plain flour to dust 3 pide dough balls 3 medium free-range eggs 2 […]
Fethiye Times News – Week Ending 14th July 2024
Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Türkiye. Curated from various news sources. NEWS Tour Bus Crash at Muğla Road Akyaka Entrance: 2 Dead, 29 Injured A tragic accident occurred on Saturday at the Akyaka entrance on Muğla Road when a tour bus carrying local tourists crashed into parked vehicles […]
Turkish street food: the simit
You’ll never be out, about and hungry for long in Türkiye. There are plenty of street vendors selling a variety of snack foods, one of which is the simit (bread ring). Seen all over the country from busy city streets to sleepy villages and bustling tourist areas, the simitci (simit street vendor) displays his chewy bread […]
Sea Bus Services Launched on Bodrum-Turgutreis-Didim and Fethiye-Marmaris Routes
The much-anticipated sea bus services on the Bodrum-Turgutreis-Didim and Fethiye-Marmaris routes were officially launched on 1st and 2nd July, enhancing maritime transportation along Türkiye’s southwestern coast. The new services promise to reduce travel times significantly between these popular tourist destinations. The sea buses are equipped with modern amenities, offering passengers a comfortable and efficient alternative […]