Özlem Warren is an award-winning food author and cook who has helped bring Turkish cuisine to the forefront of the international culinary world through her talks, recipes and workshops.In mid-March, she teams up with the Yunus Emre Institute Dublin for the second instalment of the Institute’s ‘Culin...
In the bustling markets under the azure skies of the Mediterranean, locals have long embraced a diet rich in vibrant fruits, hearty whole grains, and heart-healthy fats.This isn't just about food; it's a testament to a lifestyle that has captivated nutritionists and food lovers worldwide. The Medite...
Enjoy delicious Turkish food with your family and friends at this year’s Laburnum Street Turkish Food Fair. This three-day event in East London is organised annually by Suleymaniye Mosque and attended by thousands of visitors from all backgrounds. Diners can tuck into freshly cooked, tasty Turkish...
Now in its eighth year, the World Halal Food Festival prides itself as being “the world’s biggest and best halal food festival”. Taking place over two days at the London Stadium – usually the home of West Ham Football Club – in East London, the festival is perfect for foodies who seek out the best...
A gourmet food portal dedicated to celebrating traditional dishes from around the world has given a popular Turkish soup near perfect scores. Mercimek Çorbası (lentil soup) was scored 4.7 out of a possible 5 on TasteAtlas’s list of 100 Best Rated Soups in the World. The Turkish soup was only better...
One of the key components of a national culture is food. It’s what unites and, in some cases defines, people. That’s why the National Geographic Traveller magazine’s annual food festival is an adventure not to be missed if you’re eager to experience different parts of the world through mouthfuls...
As indoor dining and the entertainment world gets back into full swing following the coronavirus pandemic, there are no shortage of options to celebrate Halloween this weekend. Originally known as All Hallows Eve and traditionally held on 31 October each year, Halloween has become a global event...
Last month, was the first in my series on #CelebratingDiversity in the Turkish Republic of North Cyprus (TRNC), helping to unfold the lesser known, yet rich and deeply diverse modern cultural heritage of North Cyprus. My explorations took me to The Academy, in the capital Lefkoşa, where I had t...
Beyond the mainstream news and politics in the local press, there is rich, deep and layered amount of history buried in North Cyprus, and a similar amount of diversity. I’ve set out to explore and tell stories about the latter, such as how a young Filipino woman came to be running The Academy, a pan...
Last month, Ahmet Dede’s West Cork restaurant ‘dede’ was awarded a Michelin star. It was the second Michelin accolade for the Turkish chef, who previously held a star at the now closed Mews restaurant. dede, located in Baltimore, Ireland, opened last summer and specialises in modern food imbued w...
