Exploring the culture, history, and cuisine of Turkey through the eyes of not-just-another-tourist
Remember this post? How to Start Seed for Balcony and Small Gardens. I am happy to report that everything is coming up, herbs, peppers and tomatoes. Oh, the tomatoes! My tomatoes grew a few inches and started to touch the plastic green houses I had created from takeout containers. Although replanting of such tiny seedlings... Continue Reading →
A while back, I was witness to an incredibly horrifying clash at what should have been an otherwise beautiful event - a wedding in Ankara. I have been to many weddings in Turkey. Sometimes, I have only attended the wedding receptions. The actual marriage is often done privately at a local office. Additionally, there is a... Continue Reading →
UPDATE: As of October 2015, a person now has 120 days from the time of entering Turkey to register the phone. UPDATE: I am sorry but I can no longer answer your questions on this. It would be wise to read the comments for your answers. I will continue to allow comments/questions to be posted. ... Continue Reading →
Last night my husband and I had the pleasure of joining the in the celebration of the 25th Anniversary of the Restoration of Lithuania's Independence. Lithuania's Ambassador to Turkey, Kestutis Kudzmanas, and his wife have been in Ankara for several years. We were lucky enough to have met them a few years ago and have been... Continue Reading →
No matter where we are in life, we will come upon a time where we need to know the language to use to express one's sympathy for the loss of a loved one. We will never be prepared for death. But after a loss, we don't want to spend time scrambling to find the right... Continue Reading →
About two weeks ago, I posted that it was time to plant your seedlings indoors. Remember this one? Time to Start Seeds Indoors! I have to admit that according to the chart on that blog post, I was already a little late for some. And then I sat on it for another two weeks! I... Continue Reading →
That's one way to serve Ayran! A yogurt drink (similar to the Indian lassi), goes well to wash down spicy hot meats!
These were the first cookies I baked all by myself as a kid. They came out perfect the first time. I like them because they are crisp on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside. I also am not a fan of chocolate cookies, so these are a perfect alternative, covered in a... Continue Reading →
Özgecan. Words can not express what Turkish women, expat women in Turkey, and frankly, women around the world are feeling. A young woman takes a small bus. Something she did on a regular basis. Unfortunately, she was the last passenger on the bus. She was raped by the driver who then stabbed her to death... Continue Reading →
I want to share this post with your from Ozlem's Turkish Table. Ozlem is one of my "virtual" blogger friends. Her blog is also my "go to" source for Turkish recipes written in the English language. She has created an online cooking course available for download. Her blog posts provides information on what is included... Continue Reading →
I love gardening! I LOVE GARDENING! In Turkey, it's easy to find certain vegetables when in season. They are usually cheap and readily available at all markets and pazars. But still, there is nothing like a vegetable herb grown in your garden and hand-picked for your meal. I don't have a garden space in Ankara,... Continue Reading →
Most people don't know how to cook a steak. Here's a great video on how to do it in a pan. How to Cook a Steak in a Pan - Gordon Ramsay Pan is HOT! Steak has rested before cooking (not cold) Only turn steak once on each side Touch the steak to tell if... Continue Reading →
Two posts in one day? Well, it is Valentine's Week and I missed yesterday's post! So I thought I would share some of the photos of cupcakes, pies, cakes, and other desserts I made this past year. Afiyet olsun!
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 