Fethiye Times News – Week Ending 12th March 2023
Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Türkiye. Curated from various news sources. NEWS Export ban on tomatoes lifted in Türkiye The Turkish Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry announced that the export restriction on tomatoes, which was previously announced to last until April 14, has been lifted. It was previously […]
Tolga Ertukel Talks -Türkiye and Syria Earthquake Appeal
Twin earthquakes that jolted southern Türkiye and Syria on February 6, 2023, have left more than 50,000 people dead. Tolga Ertukel, owner of Turkey Homes, talks about the earthquakes and how to help, as well as other news from the Istanbul office. Subscribe to Turkey Homes on YouTube to stay up to date with the […]
PAWS HQ – Üzümlü’s new look animal charity
Written by Steve Parsley for Fethiye Times. Featured image: A certain special guest added a little colour to the launch of the new PAWS HQ, with “Tigger” (Dean Baker) in time to meet the muktar. A new era of animal welfare began in Yeşilüzümlü this week with the official opening of the headquarters of a new-look charity […]
Bar in Leamington Spa raises money for Türkiye earthquake
Murphy’s Bar in Leamington Spa has raised over £1200 for victims of the twin earthquakes that hit 11 provinces in Türkiye on Feb 6, 2023. The fundraiser, organized by owner, Kevin Murphy, was a Burger, Bingo & Beer evening with the £15 per person fee being donated to the earthquake relief fund. 50% of the […]
Recipe: Green beans cooked in olive oil – zeytinyağlı taze fasulye
Try this delicious and healthy recipe from Ozlem’s Turkish table – ideal for those long hot days of summer as it can also be served cold. Green beans cooked this way are a great national favourite. Enjoyed by urban and rural families alike, there are varying theories of how to achieve the best result. Traditionally, […]
Recipe: Lamb Kebabs with Pistachios on Flat Bread, served with Roasted Peppers, Onions and Tomatoes
“Having pistachio nuts in kebabs is a Southern Turkish speciality; I love the rich nutty flavor the pistachios add to the kebabs. The kebabs are wonderful when chargrilled in the barbecue in summer time, but equally delicious grilled in the oven in winter. With flat breads as the base and roasted vegetables by the side, […]
Recipe: Ayva Reçeli (Quince Jam)
The Quince harvest in Turkey begins in September, and the fruit is available throughout winter, and varieties like Esme (which is the variety you will most commonly find in Fethiye) are good until the end of March. However, the best season for fresh quince is considered the period from October to December. If you like […]
Recipe: Quince Dessert ( Ayva Tatlısı)
It’s quince (ayva) season and you will see this oddly shaped fruit, that look like a cross between a pear and an apple, in abundance on the markets. Try this recipe for a delicious dessert. Quince Dessert (Ayva Tatlısı) Ingredients 10 portions 5 medium quinces 1 kg. sugar 1 lemon, squeezed 3 cloves 5 cups […]
Recipe: Lamb on Skewers (Şiş Kebap)
Next time you’re having a barbecue why not add Şiş Kebap to the menu? Şiş Kebap (Shish Kebab) 6 servings Ingredients 1 kg lean lamb 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion 2 teaspoons salt 3 tomatoes 3 peppers 1 tablespoon oregano Skewers Method Cut the meat into 2-3 cm cubes and set aside. Slice […]
Recipe: Carrots with Yoghurt (Yoğurtlu Havuç)
Summer is the time of year when thoughts turn to long lazy sunny days, barbecues and recipes for delicious side dishes to accompany the ‘main event’ Carrots make a tasty addition to any salad dish – and they’re good for you. This quick and easy meze dish goes well with grilled meats and chicken. It is also […]