Food and Dining in Turkey

Turkish cuisine is a combination of central Asian, Middle Eastern and European influences. Owing to the size of the country, regional variations are striking, but if you head to the popular tourist regions along the Mediterranean coast or the vibrant cultural capital of Istanbul you should look out for the dishes listed below.

Packed full of fresh vegetables and herbs, the most popular Turkish dishes are as healthy as they are delicious. We have forgone the classic doner kebab in this list to bring you dishes that are really popular with locals in Turkey so you can discover something new and authentic.