Exploring the culture, history, and cuisine of Turkey through the eyes of not-just-another-tourist
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 →
So let me get this straight. Turkey is going to allow corporations from other parts of the world to go into your computer and snoop around to see if you have downloaded any music or movies. Meanwhile the options to buy music and DVDs are very limited and expensive here. Hey, I would love to... Continue Reading →
CerModern boasts an Open Air Theatre and is showing international films every Tuesday night, 26 June through September 25, 2012. Last night we saw Burn After Reading, starring Brad Pitt, George Clooney, and John Malkovich. Yeah, it's hot. It's pretty, pretty, pretty hot. But being outdoors in the Summertime is all I want from life.... Continue Reading →
There is nothing that makes a salad pop like adding freshly roasted red peppers. I just love their smoky flavor. Once you have tried them, there is no going back! And they can be used in so many recipes. Tonight, I am going to add them to my crepes stuffed with creamy mushrooms and swiss... Continue Reading →
Yesterday was my birthday. My tradition is to cook a lovely Bavarian meal of Wiener Schnitzel, potato pancakes, and cucumber salad. This year, I set out in search of a German restaurant in Ankara. I sent an email to my fellow expats requesting information. Alas, I found that Ankara hosts no German restaurants. I did... Continue Reading →
My wallet was stolen last November. What a hassle that was. You can read more about it here. Six of Ankara's finest arrived on the scene. They spent a couple of hours questioning me at the location, preventing me from calling my credit card companies immediately. They never questioned any of the neighbors who came... 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 →
Did you ever have one of those days where everything seems to fly by but nothing really happens? That's what I am experiencing right now, day after day. I've been back visiting Mom. She of course had a few things she wanted my help with. "No problem!" I wrote them down so I wouldn't forget.... 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 →
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 