FOOD AND DRINK
Here’s a selection of food and drink articles and posts for chef’s cruising in Turkey, and all those interested in Turkish food and food culture.
Here’s a selection of food and drink articles and posts for chef’s cruising in Turkey, and all those interested in Turkish food and food culture.
One of the highlights of cruising in Turkey is sampling the culinary delights served up at the countries best restaurants. Istanbul is, of course, home to many wonderful eateries, but fine dining and phenomenal food are not only found in the city – many fabulous restaurants also hide in the bays, towns and villages along the coast. Here's a look at a few of the best restaurants in Turkey to visit this season...
From the exotic to the everyday, organic, locally sourced or imported, the 360° Yachting Provisions team can supply all you need for the chef and interior. Our default is local and organic where possible, but we also work with all the best importers of international ingredients and gourmet produce so you can rest assured your catering and interior needs are in safe hands...
As promised, here’s part two of our list of the most romantic restaurants in Turkey. This time, instead of Istanbul and Cappadocia, we are focusing on the fine eateries and romantic settings in Izmir and Bodrum.
Many elements need to combine to create a romantic night out, and what’s considered “romantic” differs from one person to another. For some, a fine-dining experience at one of Turkey’s most acclaimed restaurants fits the bill, yet others prefer a far more informal and intimate setting away from the crowds. Luckily there are many phenomenal restaurants in Turkey...
You don't have to be in Istanbul or cruising the Aegean to enjoy outstanding Turkish cuisine. A growing number of talented chefs are now heading further afield and highlighting the flavours of Turkey. Many excellent Turkish restaurants have opened in other countries, so let's take a look at a few that have made it into the international Michelin Guides.
As the cold winds blow and the snow starts to settle, few dishes are more comforting than a big bowl of soup. Autumn and winter are traditionally soup seasons, but soup isn't just seen as a cold-weather dish in Turkey. Soups have been served for centuries and play an important role in Turkish cuisine year-round. Here's a look at a few of the most popular Turkish soups ideal for a theme night or to enjoy at a local restaurant...
Turks love tea, and sipping 'cay' is an integral part of Turkish culture. This well-loved beverage is enjoyed across the country from sunrise to sunset. In fact, tea is so well-loved that the Turkish tea capital of Rize on the Black Sea coast has even built a giant seven-floor glass building in its honour, and it may even get in Guinness Book of World Records as the largest tea glass next year.
Hardly a celebration goes by in Turkey without a tray of baklava being passed around, and hardly a yacht leaves port without ordering a selection of this indulgent treat with their provisions. Baklava is well-loved throughout the Middle East, Balkans and Mediterranean. Its thin layers of pastry and nuts, all soaked in sweet sugar syrup, is delicious and oh so naughty for the waistline – but we all deserve a treat occasionally! Here's all you need to know about Turkish baklava...
You may be lucky and have a great superyacht chef on board, but we're pretty sure even chefs are partial to a decent street-side snack occasionally - especially after a boozy crew night out. Luckily no one will go hungry in Turkey! Turkey is well known for its takeaway and street cuisine, and despite popular belief, there's far more than doner kebabs available if you're after a bite on the run. Here's a look at some "must-try" street foods in Turkey.
Honey, or 'bal' as it's known in Turkey, has been around for thousands of years and is known for its great taste and medicinal benefits. Turkish honey is some of the best in the world, and there are many different kinds, from common pine and flower varieties to speciality citrus, chestnut and lavender variations. If you love this golden nectar, you are spoilt for choice in Turkey as even the world's most prized honey comes from the mountains of Sile, selling for more than $12,000 a kilo...
Forbes described the quaint fishing town of Alacati near Cesme as “the best-kept luxury travel secret on the Mediterranean”. Conde Nast said, “a smart new crowd is heading to the tiny Turkish village of Alacati, where the galleries, beach clubs and food scene make it summertime’s coolest spot” – so it’s safe to say Alacati is worth popping on the itinerary...
Recent years have seen many people shift from eating animal products in favour of a plant-based diet. However, for some, removing meat, fish, eggs and dairy from meals may seem to limit choice, and those not familiar with vegan food often believe the diet to be limited, bland or tasteless. Thankfully, in Turkey, that's not the case as many of the countries most well-loved dishes are vegan – they highlight the fabulous local vegetables, fruits, nuts and plant-based proteins available from the local producers and farmers markets...