I’m having a celebration in my mouth with these mouth watering Turkish style paninis.  That melt in your mouth kashkaval with slices sucuk or the piles of avocados, tomatoes and tulum cheese.  It reminds me of those summer night on Istiklal Caddesi, in the Taksim Square of Beyoglu,... Read More »

Sour green plums known in Turkish as can erik, this fruit is very well known in the Middle East, many European countries and in Japan.  Mainly available in April and May. Dip it in some salt and its delicious! Read More »  Read More →

Yes, I know its not summer rather its the middle of winter and I’m posting a fruit salad, smart right?  Well actually this a post to continue our January eat and live smart loose a few pounds diet.  I love fruits any kind and I’m grateful that all year around we are able to find a large... Read More »

Cacik (Tzatziki) & Sauted Mushroom These two recipes are quick, light and easy.  I love making cacik during the summer time.  Often, I have some yogurt and its water left over from my homemade yogurt, I just grate a kirby and add salt and serve it.  As per the mushroom saute, I got this idea... Read More »