Türkiye’s island of 400 ancient shipwrecks
The azure waters off the southern coast of Türkiye hold a secret world teeming with history, and few places illustrate this better than Kekova Island. This stunning gem, known for its crystal-clear waters and sunken ancient ruins, serves as the perfect gateway for an extraordinary underwater exploration led by renowned underwater archaeologist Hakan Öniz. Hakan […]
Trabzon’s famous kuymak secures geographic indication status
The Turkish Patent and Trademark Office (TÜRKPATENT) has officially awarded the traditional dish Trabzon Kuymak a geographic indication certificate, recognizing it as a signature culinary product of Trabzon. This designation marks it as the 13th local specialty from the region to gain official status, emphasizing the cultural and economic importance of Trabzon’s unique food heritage. […]
Fethiye Times News – Week Ending 10th November 2024
Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Türkiye. Curated from various news sources. NEWS Magnitude 5.0 quake shakes Türkiye’s eastern Elazığ A magnitude 5.0 earthquake shook Türkiye’s eastern Elazığ province and nearby regions on Friday, the country’s Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) said. The quake took place at a […]
Mustafa Kemal Atatürk – the creator of modern Türkiye
The founder of the Turkish Republic and its first President, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, remains one of the most influential leaders of the 20th century. Few historical figures have accomplished so much within such a brief span, profoundly transforming their country’s destiny and inspiring the world on a grand scale. Modern Türkiye owes much of its […]
Domates Çorbası – Turkish Tomato Soup
Domates Çorbası, known as Turkish tomato soup, is a staple dish in Türkiye. It’s simple and comforting, made with tomatoes and a few other ingredients. Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter 2 tablespoons all purpose flour 2 tablespoon tomato paste 4 tomatoes, mashed 4 cups water 1 cup milk Salt to taste Instructions Melt butter in a pot and add flour. Cook it, stirring constantly […]
Exploring Rize’s tea plantations with Mick and Trudie
Rize, known as the tea capital of the Black Sea, is the largest town on the eastern coast near Trabzon. Its growth has flourished entirely due to tea cultivation, introduced to Türkiye in the 1930s from neighboring Georgia, where tea was first planted in the late 19th century. Join Mick and Trudie as they explore […]
Türkiye’s legendary burning mountain: the eternal flames of Yanartaş
In the realm of Greek myth, tales abound with extraordinary creatures and phenomena: winged stallions, minotaurs, and gods with thunderous tempers. Yet, few mythical sites blur the line between legend and reality as convincingly as Mount Chimaera, now known as Yanartaş, in southwestern Türkiye. This ancient and intriguing destination has captured imaginations for millennia, thanks […]
Fethiye Times News – Week Ending 3rd November 2024
Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Türkiye. Curated from various news sources. NEWS ‘Brave Pedals of Fethiye’ complete 640-kilometre ride to Ankara to promote environmental awareness hree dedicated members of Fethiye Municipality — Cleaning Works Manager Mahmut Bayraktar, along with team members Can Parlar and Yiğit Sürmen — embarked […]
Turkey Homes: 4-bedroom detached villa in Üzümlü – £369,000
The Turkey Homes team is thrilled to present this superb four-bedroom detached stone feature villa with private pool and large garden for sale in Üzümlü. Üzümlü is a picturesque village that has retained its traditional charm and rich heritage, offering a delightful escape into the past. At the heart of the village lies a charming square, […]
Chestnut Hummus
This chestnut hummus is an easy, quick, and flavourful Middle Eastern-inspired dip, made with roasted or cooked chestnuts, tahini, lemon, and garlic. It offers a unique twist on traditional hummus by swapping chickpeas for chestnuts, creating a creamy and subtly sweet spread that’s just as versatile and delicious. Ingredients 1.5 cups Cooked Chestnuts ½ tsp Cumin Powder 2 tbsp Tahini 2 medium Garlic […]