In this article, we will look at the issue of food in Turkey on vacation in hotels and on the street. we will find out the cost of food in Turkish resorts in the summer, where to go and what to try.
Turkish resorts are in great demand among Russian tourists. People come to Turkey to sunbathe on the white beaches, swim in the sea, admire the beautiful views, visit interesting historical monuments and taste the varied and unusual Turkish cuisine.
What to try in Turkey?
National Turkish dishes
Food in Turkey is delicious and varied. It is difficult to imagine a vacation at a resort without tasting the country's traditional cuisine. The most popular products that are used in the preparation of national dishes are different types of meat. Turkish desserts are also very popular.
The most popular dish in Turkey is called kebab... There are a huge number of types of this dish, each of which has its own unforgettable taste and aroma. However, the essence of this dish remains unchanged. Kebab is made from meat fried over an open fire and served with pita bread, rice or vegetables.
Another common Turkish meat dish is kyufte... These are meatballs made from minced lamb with the addition of aromatic spices. Meatballs are fried, boiled, or baked.
Another meat dish that is definitely worth trying is called dolma... These are vegetables stuffed with meat and rice, which are fried in olive oil and added with mint or cinnamon to add a little zest to the dish.
Tourists leave a lot of positive reviews about food in Turkey. The country's guests especially enjoy traditional Turkish desserts. Tourists recommend trying baklava and Turkish Delight local production.
Baklava is made from thinly rolled dough with the addition of nuts and honey. Turkish delight is sweet jelly cubes with the addition of nuts, sprinkled with coconut and powdered sugar.
What to drink in Turkey?
Traditional drinks are highly respected here, only one tea served in every home only according to the historical tradition. No self-respecting cafe will bring you tea in plastic cups, you ask why? Turks are very scrupulous about oncology issues.
As for coffee and liquor? Be sure to check out all types of drinking in a separate article - Turkish traditional drinks.
Street food in Turkey
As you stroll through the Turkish streets, you will certainly be accompanied by incredible aromas emanating from tents serving inexpensive and delicious street food. Street food in Turkey has a huge following. Not only tourists, but also locals are not averse to trying Turkish fast food.
The most popular street dish can be safely called kokorech... These are giblets wrapped in intestines, which are fried on a spit, chopped finely, and served in a flat cake. Turks love this dish very much, but not all tourists share this love.
Many people say that kokorech is a very fatty and spicy dish that not everyone will like. This masterpiece costs no more than 50 rubles.
Traders can often be found on the street stuffed mussels... This dish is definitely worth trying. Mussels are stuffed with spicy rice, and in addition the customer is given a lemon, the juice of which gives the dish a zest. Such a mussel costs no more than 20 rubles apiece.
You can buy a delicious puff pastry pie on almost every corner. bank... The pie can be filled with different fillings, but the most popular filling is spinach with cheese. The cost of this pie does not exceed 35 rubles.
Another popular street delicacy is called roasted chestnuts... This is a very satisfying dish that can be bought in almost any area of any Turkish city. Vendors peel and roast chestnuts outside. They are sold hot at 50 rubles per 100 grams.
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Food in cafes and restaurants in Turkey
Turkey is a tourist country that offers its guests a huge variety of catering places. There are many cafes and restaurants in the country for every taste and budget. Undoubtedly, not every tourist can afford to visit expensive restaurants every day. However, you should definitely visit the restaurant at least once.
There are restaurants of different levels in Turkey, but even in the most inexpensive restaurant you can eat deliciously and taste the national cuisine. The prices for food in restaurants in Turkey depend on the level of the institution.
In order to have a hearty lunch in an inexpensive restaurant, you will need an average of 680 rubles per person. With this money, you can order a three-course set menu.
In a middle-class restaurant you can eat for 1,850 rubles, but dinner in an expensive chic restaurant will cost you an average of 3,500 rubles per person. It should be noted, however, that the price of lunch does not include the price of alcohol.
A bottle of good wine in a restaurant will cost you about 1200 rubles. Any restaurant will definitely advise you on what to try in Turkey.
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Food in hotels in Turkey
It is worth noting that most hotels in Turkey offer an all-inclusive service, which allows tourists to have breakfast, lunch and dinner on site for free. Some hotels only include breakfasts, but there are also hotels that do not provide free meals at all.
No matter how many stars your hotel has, you can still rest assured of the quality of the food on offer. Food in hotels in Turkey is always fresh and tasty.
The main distinguishing feature of hotels of different levels is the variety of food on offer. For example, if in an inexpensive hotel you are offered for breakfast white bread, butter, cheese, salami, boiled eggs in limited quantities, as well as some fruits and vegetables, then in expensive five-star hotels breakfast consists of different types of bread, an unlimited amount of various fruits, and several types of hot dishes to choose from.
If food is not included in the price of the voucher, then breakfast will cost you an average of 500 rubles per person.
Food prices in shops and markets in Turkey
Much has been said about what food is in Turkey, but not every traveler can afford to eat in cafes and restaurants. That is why many tourists prefer to cook for themselves, which can significantly save the budget. Prices in the markets are quite reasonable, but in supermarkets the cost of food is slightly higher.
Food prices
- Bread - 25 rubles
- A liter of milk - 40 rubles
- A kilogram of cheese - 270 rubles
- A kilogram of oranges -50 rubles
- A bottle of water - 20 rubles.
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Turkish cuisine offers a huge variety of dishes. Therefore, you can rest assured that you will certainly find a new taste and enjoy it. Our heading about inexpensive holidays in Turkey will help you plan your trip profitably.
