Welcome to our 50+ favourite Turkish vegetarian and vegan recipes that currently feature on the blog. And, first things, first; this is a list for everybody. We’re not vegan. We’re not vegetarian. But we do love our vegetables. And it’s thanks to Turkish cuisine that we’ve incorporated so much more variety into our diets. Not …

‘Twixtmas’ is the increasingly popular term for this time of year. Those few days between Christmas and New Year where many of us bumble aimlessly towards seeing the year out. The anticipation and excitement of Christmas has been and gone. And it’s time to get cracking for the new year ahead… Right after we’ve done …

The arrival of Çalış Balıkçısı seafood restaurant was very welcome! It meant we could enjoy that leisurely seafood meze dining experience in a local beachside setting. From Fethiye fish market to Girida Port – and various other specialist restaurants where we could enjoy the fruits of the sea – the destination was always Fethiye centre. …

The festive season is upon us and we’ve got a list of Christmas party food ideas for you! This is the time of year where many of us love to have gatherings where friends can come round for drinks and nibbles. So we’ve brought together a few Christmas buffet ideas that may well be a …

Yes, it’s that time again where we look back on another month that’s passed in our monthly news roundup. The penultimate month of the year, at that! November is the month where we commemorate the death of Atatürk, founder of the Turkish Republic on the 10th. We commemorate Remembrance Day on the 11th. And Turkey …

Foods associated with Christmas? Surely one of the first foods that pops into your head is traditional mince pies? And, as far as we’re concerned, homemade mince pies are the best! Everyone has their own little additions and tweaks that makes their mince pie recipe special to them. And to the people they share them …

So quick and easy to make. And oh so tasty! We’re sure we’re not the only ones out there who love a good homemade chicken liver pate recipe. And, it’s gaining popularity in Turkish homes, too. Tavuk ciğeri ezmesi is an increasingly common recipe on Turkish language food blogs. A Comforting Presence There’s something comforting …

Market day in any area of Turkey always means stalls piled high with fruits and vegetables. ‘Patlıcan ‘ in Turkish; the aubergine or eggplant is one such vegetable. And Turkish aubergine recipes are hugely popular. Here we are bringing you some of the best aubergine (eggplant) recipes that we love to cook. There’s something for …

This twice baked potatoes recipe is right up there amongst our favourites. The potato – oft described as ‘the humble potato.’ Nothing humble about them for us. We love and appreciate them to the full. When I was growing up, baked potatoes (or jacket potatoes) were a much-looked-forward to, but rare, treat in our house. …

Yes, whilst the October Fethiye weather is still sunny and warm and the sunbathers and boat trippers are still enjoying the last throes of summer, this is the month where we dare to feel cosy and autumnal. A few downpours and cloudy skies amidst the sunny blue skies have helped to cement that feeling. And, …