Exploring the culture, history, and cuisine of Turkey through the eyes of not-just-another-tourist
Below are photos from my husband's birthday breakfast, back in March. Just kidding Hon, I know it was April. Anyway, I came across these photos today and upon further inspection, there is one dish I know I baked, but I have no idea what it is! Do you? And yes, I baked a cake. ... Continue Reading →
Sometimes I am greatly amazed by little things in Turkey's healthcare system. Like the fancy machines. You name it. Turks have it. Lots of lights and shiny metals. And the pharmacies. Sure, you need a prescription for some things, but there's a lot of good stuff you can get without it. Not to sound like... Continue Reading →
People often tell me that I am a creative person. I can't disagree with that. I love many things that one would traditionally call creative, music, arts, etc. But I don't agree that a person is only considered creative if they participate in these fields. I mean, if you really like to work on cars... Continue Reading →
This is a must read story of an American man who is about to set off across Turkey - on foot! I really wanted to tell them about how people are just the same. Living in Turkey had reminded me of this but human nature forces us to focus on the differences. It makes us... Continue Reading →
There's been a lot of discussion here in Ankara since I wrote my first post about Masala Cafe. That was April 2010, shortly after my arrival to this great city. As you may recall, (or can see from that review), I loved the restaurant! The restaurant is located in my neighborhood, so I frequented it... Continue Reading →
Our friend Claudia who writes a lovely cooking blog from Istanbul, A Seasonal Cook in Turkey, has shared this fabulous post about Ramadan and Turkish bread. I've been wanting to write a post about Ramadan. But Claudia pretty much says it all! A Seasonal Cook in Turkey: Turkish Ramazan Pide In Turkey this year the... Continue Reading →
Many of you are aware that I am not a baker. Remember this post, To Bake or Not to Bake? In fact, I don't even like cake that much. Now a nice pie, that's a different story! Lemon Meringue, blueberry, pumpkin . . . Anyway, my husband loves cake almost as much as he loves... Continue Reading →
In 2008, Ankara was listed as one of the world's worst cities for air pollution. The large increase in natural gas prices and the distribution of free coal by municipalities prior to local elections has led to an enormous jump in pollution levels in Ankara, reaching 9,350 micrograms per cubic meter in the Sıhhiye district.... Continue Reading →
I actually published this recipe last year. I had tried it at a friend's place and then scoured the internet for this recipe. I made it again this evening, substituting the feta with goat cheese. Loved it again! It's a great way to get your vegetables in! A couple of notes: The first time I... Continue Reading →
On Sunday, as I was leaving Eymir Golu (the lake owned by METU) and about to turn on to the highway, I saw this: I realize it looks like a rather rural area, but we truly were turning here to get on to the highway. And he wasn't alone! On the other side of the... Continue Reading →
Musings of a Philadelphia lawyer - who married a Turk, quit her day job, and set out for adventure!
-by Terry Henson Kaymak
Adventures in Ankara 