Not only are there classic Turkish recipes for falafel, kebabs, and baklava, but there are also wonderful introductions to the famous wines, raki, and coffee that complement these dishes, from a cuisine that has been refined since ancient times.
Contributors include Nevin Halici, Ainsley Harriott, Nico Ladenis, Nigella Lawson, Anton Mosimann, Hüseyin Özer, Gary Rhodes, Claudia Roden, and Antony Worrall-Thompson. Experts on regional cuisine like Osman Serim, Mehmet Yalçin, and Sami Zubaida offer much food for thought as well, lending insight into various -aspects of Turkish cuisine.