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My Mother’s Arab Kebab; from Historic Antakya (Antioch)
Arab Kebab- or Arap Kebabi, as we say in Turkish – is a juicy, delicious specialty made in the homes in Antakya, Southern part of Turkey, where my roots are from. This kebab is also so easy to make; I...
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Greetings from Istanbul!- Istanbul’dan Merhaba – A Snapshot of Tastes, Sights...
Dear Mother, Anneanne, with the grandchildren – time for a feast! Greetings, or as we say in Turkish, a warm Merhaba to you all from Istanbul! It has been a few days since we have been at home,...
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From Menemen to Izmir Kofte; delicious and easy Turkish meals when you are on...
We have just moved in to our new home; very exciting yet also busy with packing and settling in. I gathered a few of my favorite recipes here that can be easily prepared, yet delicious and wholesome –...
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Baked Zucchini (courgette) halves with vegetables and chickpeas (garbanzo...
I previously made the delicious stuffed zucchini halves with ground meat, vegetables and chickpeas or garbanzo beans, inspired by my home town, Antioch’s (Antakya) cuisine. I was asked for a vegetarian...
View ArticleOzlem’s Turkish Table; pumpkin recipes, book fair, cookery class
Merhaba dear All, Beautiful still life from Ozlem’s Turkish Table cookery book coming up, by Sian Irvine Photography Exciting times ahead, as we are almost there to start the pre-order for my cookery...
View ArticleSpiced Bulgur balls with leafy greens, peppers, onions-Bulgurlu Kofte
Merhaba Dear All, I hope this note finds you all well. We have been enjoying this delicious vegan bulgur balls, Bulgur Koftesi, with sautéed greens, onions, peppers, and I wanted to share with you too....
View ArticleBulgur pilaf with freekeh, aubergine, tomatoes – Firikli Sebzeli Bulgur Pilavi
I love freekeh’s nutty, smoky flavor – it used to feature at lot at my grandmother’s table in Antakya; she would combine freekeh with seasonal vegetables, meat or sometimes just with bulgur and fresh...
View ArticleStuffed Peppers and Zucchini with Bulgur, Ground Meat and Spices; Antakya Style
Stuffed peppers and zucchini with bulgur, ground meat & onion Some of the food we eat has the power to transport us to our childhood, have a special link to bond us with those precious memories....
View ArticleGive Bulgur a Chance and Create Delicious, Satisfying Meals
If you have been following this blog for a while, you must have noticed that bulgur wheat is often used in Turkish cuisine. In addition to its great health benefits, (like it’s wholegrain and high in...
View ArticleCasserole of Turkish Meatballs with Aubergine, Potatoes, Tomatoes and Peppers...
There is a concept of “lokanta” restaurants at home, where slowly cooked and ready to eat casseroles of meatballs and vegetables, vegetables cooked in olive oil, stuffed vegetables and many more are...
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