Posts tagged "turkey"
Clippings: October 27, 2011

Clippings: October 27, 2011

The internet is a great source for all things foodie, and we’re constantly bookmarking, starring, and emailing intriguing recipes, food porn, and inspiration. Here’s a selection of clippings we think are worth checking out. A savoury Turkish pastry I often enjoyed at breakfast during my trip to Turkey was called börek. Happiness was me when...
Today's Special: October 19, 2011

Today’s Special: October 19, 2011

Today’s Special: Roast turkey on a roll, Torrisi Italian Specialties Ah, New York. It’s my favourite place to be. And although I missed out on a traditional Thanksgiving meal, it’s my favourite place to be during my favourite long weekend. Anything you might have heard about autumn in New York is true, but add that...
The Delights Beyond Turkish Delight

The Delights Beyond Turkish Delight

  It should come as no surprise to some of you, that dessert was also a highlight of my day while in Turkey. I always have room. And of course, because it’s vacation, I had extra room. Growing up with Big Turk as a chocolate bar reality, Turkish Delight, or lokum, never held much appeal,...
Breaking the Fast in Turkey

Breaking the Fast in Turkey

  I’ve been back from Turkey almost two weeks now and I’m still in vacation withdrawal. I miss walking down unfamiliar streets, having my daily soundtrack be an unknown language and every face being someone completely new. My stomach is also in withdrawal, especially as my vacation eating is usually double the caloric value of...