Exploring the culture, history, and cuisine of Turkey through the eyes of not-just-another-tourist
52 Places to Go in 2015 - NYTimes.com. Click the link above to see the list, descriptions, and beautiful photos! It is no surprise to me that Philadelphia, PA is on the list. But I never expected to see it as Number 3!!! Two places on my bucket list of places to go before I... Continue Reading →
In Philly we have food trucks!! In Ankara, I found this: Now that's what I call a food truck!!! For more information, visit the Mack House website: http://www.mackhouse.com.tr/
This is my list of favorite things to do when going home. My list is personal, but you may want to check some of it out when you go - or if you are in the area of Philadelphia, Chadds Ford, Chester County, etc. Visit family and friends Drive the country roads of West Chester... Continue Reading →
From time to time I am asked what I miss the most from the States. Today, I realized I miss the colors of the rainbow. Turkey is chock full of Turks. They come in varying colors, dark skin and dark hair, blonde hair and light skin. I've even met some red heads. But it's just... Continue Reading →
Did I get your attention? Sorry, this post is not about the actual empire. Rather, it is about my idea for a new business should I ever move back to the States. The business will be called, "The Ottoman Kumpir." "What is Kumpir?" Glad you asked. Kumpir is a stuffed potato, similar to the beloved... 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 →
One of the great things I like about the States is the attempts to recycle practically everything. I realize we are still far behind and there's always more to do to save Planet Earth. But compared to Turkey, we are miles ahead. Behind? Absolutely! I remember one day back in the 90's (I think it... Continue Reading →
Today's guest blogger is the son of dear friends. Kemal is a 9-year-old "almost typical" Turkish boy. He's typical in most ways but one, he spent a year living in the United States, learning the English language, going to school, and making new friends. Reading this, it will be obvious that he had a little... Continue Reading →
People are always asking me what I miss from the States while I am living in Ankara. My answers are always the same. Family. Friends. Food. This week, I realized there are other things. I really miss the greenery everywhere. In Ankara, we have beautiful parks. And we can drive outside of the city to... Continue Reading →
Recently, one of my faithful readers told me she is planning a trip to Pennsylvania and wants to know what she should see. So I am planning on responding with a few blog posts, starting with Philadelphia. Click on the links for more information. I hope you will all join me by adding to the... Continue Reading →
Most of us have at least one good friend. Many of us have lots of friends. Some we are close with and some we don't know well. Some come and go and some last a life time. But do you remember ever wanting to have a pen pal? A friend who you would likely never... Continue Reading →
Since I was 6 years old, I have always lived on streets where folks must parallel park their vehicles. My father was a truck driver and two brothers followed in that line of work. So when it came time to learn to drive, believe me, I knew I had better learn to parallel park or... Continue Reading →
In Turkey, I find that there is no such thing as a "quick meal" for the most part, unless I am ordering for delivery. Sure, there's brinner (breakfast for dinner) and there is a small selection of cereals. But the idea of making a quick sandwich doesn't really exist for me. The lunch meat selections... 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 