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Purple plum passion AYLİN ÖNEY TAN

Purple plum passion

These days are the last chance to get hold of damsons. Those deep purple plums are in a way suggestive of those winter days with their misty frosty appearance, called pruinose, which is reminiscent of frosty windows on a cold day.

September 29 2025
FOMO in BKK AYLİN ÖNEY TAN

FOMO in BKK

Anyone in Bangkok these days, or any foodie to put it correctly, would understand that. FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) must be the anxiety wave in Bangkok’s gastronomy circles these days.

September 22 2025
Art lover’s gift to a city AYLİN ÖNEY TAN

Art lover’s gift to a city

İzmir, the third most populous city in Türkiye, is known for its citizens' love of a leisurely, laid-back life.

September 15 2025
Cornelian cherry: Not a cranberry AYLİN ÖNEY TAN

Cornelian cherry: Not a cranberry!

There are certain signs that autumn is here. Especially when you go to the market, and see a certain fruit, fish or vegetables appearing on stalls, you can’t help but utter to yourself: “Winter is coming!”

September 08 2025
Fish season starts AYLİN ÖNEY TAN

Fish season starts!

Fishing season officially opens as of today. Sept. 1 is the date that fishermen have been waiting for. They are now ready to set sail, hailing the traditional cry, “Vira Bismillah!” to start the fishing season, which will last until mid-April.

September 01 2025
In search of lost taste Kavata: Tomato, pepper or eggplant AYLİN ÖNEY TAN

In search of lost taste Kavata: Tomato, pepper or eggplant?

A few weeks ago, on our way back from Bursa, I came across a long-lost taste at a roadside fruit and vegetable stand that thrilled me.

August 24 2025
Chefs beyond borders AYLİN ÖNEY TAN

Chefs beyond borders

The practice of being a chef, or in the old sense, a cook, is based on the master passing on his skills to his apprentice. Inexperienced apprentices start at the bottom, but those who are talented, enthusiastic, curious, and hardworking will eventually catch the master’s eye.

August 17 2025
A day of eating dangerously in Bursa AYLİN ÖNEY TAN

A day of eating dangerously in Bursa

A visit to the city of Bursa is always dangerous if you are watching your weight.

August 10 2025
Five chefs, 10 dishes: One magical night AYLİN ÖNEY TAN

Five chefs, 10 dishes: One magical night

The highlight of this summer’s gastronomy events in Türkiye turns out to be the “Gault&Millau Türkiye Tour” tasting dinners.

August 04 2025