Eggplant is a beloved ingredient in Mediterranean cuisine, and this Turkish-style baked version brings it to life with bold spices, a hearty tomato sauce, and a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture.

(CNN) — Turkey may be famous for its kebabs, but the popular dish is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to Turkish cuisine. Covering over 300,000 square miles, the European destination ...

Most Turkish dishes are seasoned with just a little bit ... confectioners’ sugar and extract carefully by hand for 3-4 minutes on a marble surface. Add the flour and knead for 8-10 minutes ...

This Turkish egg dish, known as çılbır, is a flavorful and satisfying breakfast option. Creamy yogurt with garlic, perfectly poached eggs, and spiced butter come together in a rich and ...

And the Turkish breakfast there is as much an experience as it is a meal. The large platter includes a range of foods that is perfect for pairing dishes and communal dining. There are dips and ...

and serves traditional Turkish food like girit (a mix of Turkish cheeses and herbs), Izmir kofte and mercimek corbasi (lentil soup). “Many Turkish entrepreneurs open Mediterranean restaurants ...

We also asked Hasan what he would say to someone trying Turkish food for the first time. “I tell them, just try it. You don’t like it, you don’t pay. But people love it. Next time they bring ...

Given the countries’ adjoining borders, Azali noted that Turkish and Iranian culture — especially around food — share a lot in common. Cabbage stuffed with rice and lentils swings vegan. Scott Suchman ...