Salgam is originally made from dark turnips and violet carrots and served especially in the area of South-eastern Anatolia as an accompaniment to traditional Kebab dishes. It has a dark red colour and a very strong sour taste. Because it... more

Ayran was invented after the Turkish tribes in Central Asia had learned how to make yoghurt. It is a common accompaniment to traditional Turkish dishes, such as kebab, gozleme, kofte and dolma. It is also a great refreshing drink especially in the... more

Sahlep is another typical Turkish drink, made from powdered dried orchid tubers, mixed with milk. The origins of sahep are unknown, however it is believed that they date back to the times of ancient Romans, who supposedly were the first to serve a... more

Boza was most likely invented somewhere in Mesopotamia and later on taken to other cultures by the Ottomans who conquered most of the Balkan peninsula in the 14th Century. This specific drink, is made from fermented wheat which guarantees a thick... more

Also known as ‘lion’s milk’, Raki, is a traditional Turkish drink. Depending on the region, it is made from different kinds of fruit, mostly grapes, figs and plums. It is also popular in the Middle East, where it is called Araka. Its origins are... more