Aslan sütü literally means 'lion's milk', aslan being a metaphor for a strong, courageous man so this in turn gives this phrase the meaning of 'milk for the strong'. It has, after all, a 45% alcohol ...
drinks
Have you ever had a Singapore Sling?
I've never been a great fan of cocktails.But then, I've never had a Singapore Sling! But then, I've never had a Singapore Sling! What a drink! What a totally fabulous place! If you ever ...
Iconic Turkish Coffee-Türk Kahvesi
What do we immediately think of when Turkey is mentioned? It might be Turkish Delight, kebabs or even belly dancing but I'm betting that Turkish coffee is in there somewhere! hot and ...
Get-Well Herbal Çay
Those of us who live in Turkey know full well what manav means: (greengrocer) and kasap (butcher). But I wonder if we all know this one: aktar? Do you? this is our local aktar: ...
Boza: Another Extraordinary Turkish Drink
Just when you think you have discovered the ultimate Turkish food or drink, along comes boza. all very nostalgic at Vefa Bozacısı Boza is a very special drink that I will forever ...
Cream of Turnip Soup/Şalgam Çorbası ……..Turnip Juice/Şalgam Suyu
cream of turnip soup garnished with dried mint and served with crusty bread innocuous-looking turnips I think my one and only association with turnips was when I was 4 and could read ...
Sahlep: A Wonderful Turkish Winter Beverage
It's winter time again and it's certainly time for sahlep. It's a delicious warming drink and I highly recommend it - the real thing, of course! ************************* Sahlep is very special, ...
Lohusa Şerbeti: a Special Baby Sherbet
Baby Eva’s home! Hoş Geldin, Eva! Welcome! I am staying with Daughter No 2 and her husband for a week or two to lend a helping hand in my new capacity as grandmother. Mother and baby are ...