Istanbul: A Capital of Gastronomy
Appetizing street delicacies, the most colorful pickles, the freshest fruits, daily caught fish and seafood, delicious vegetables cooked in olive oil and dozens of different appetizer plates. white linen tablecloths… From elegant tables to simple meals, Istanbul is a true paradise for every gourmet. Welcome to food heaven!
Turkish cuisine is world famous for its kebabs and baklava. But these much-loved specialties are just the beginning. Turkey has a great gastronomic heritage thanks to the multicultural character of the Ottoman and Byzantine Empires, as well as the rich and diverse geographical features and culinary traditions of each region of the country. The meeting point of two continents, the megapolis is home to every regional feature of the vast country. From strong flavored kebabs to vegan specialties cooked in olive oil, traditional Turkish cuisine offers a wide variety of flavors. And the Istanbul tasting room…
Fabulous flavor chords
Turkish gastronomy is like an onion, there are many layers in it. And it's like garlic - subtle and surprising. It's all about unexpected but perfect flavor combinations.
Today, some fine dining restaurants in Istanbul are heavily inspired by the city's heritage. By preserving the values of Ottoman cuisine, they follow the recipes of the past and offer new versions of some traditional recipes on their tasting menus. Ottoman cuisine, where melon and lamb met, yoghurt in soups, and cherries in stuffed leaves, was really the leading actor of the Middle Ages. And since Istanbul was the capital of the Ottoman Empire at the time, it has been the excellent gastronomic capital of Turkey.
most important meal of the day
Famous Turkish poet Cemal Süreya said, “Breakfast must have something to do with happiness!” he said. It may not be so for others, but this is 100% valid for Turkish people.
Turkish breakfast is a rich experience, accompanied by locally brewed black tea, bagels or bread. local cheese, black and green olives, butter, cream and honey, jam, scrambled eggs with vegetables (menemen) or boiled eggs, sliced tomatoes and cucumber options.
