Bread: More than just a food
“It is essential to have bread during the meal” is the first principle laid down by Türkiye’s Association of Cuisine Professionals. That bread is present when eating be done is as binding as a religious commandment. Bread holds a revered place in Turkish culture, both as a dietary staple and as a symbol of divine blessing. The […]
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 […]