Sizzling in its juices, a crispy, golden, Thanksgiving turkey is placed in the center of my dining table. My stomach groans pitifully at the sight of this twenty pound masterpiece of poultry. After prayers, there is a sudden clattering of knives. Each man for himself as we dive for our […]
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How to spot a tourist in Turkey
A true tourist in Turkey is like a giraffe that strolls along the savanna, picking out leaves from the tall trees and munching on them. Just as this beautiful creature is easy to spot with its long neck and blotched body, tourists are also instantly recognizable with their “adventure” gear […]
Let it go! Let it go! I can’t hold the pot anymore!
Whether you are a Turk or a homeschooling Turk wannabe, an accomplished businessman or a creepy homeschooler, a professional baker or a clumsy homeschooler, the solution to all your problems is in the kitchen aisle in every supermarket. From a distance, it doesn’t look that impressive: a simple colored square, […]
Changing the world though big, baggy village pants and cuffed jeans
The term “fashion” has a wide variety of meanings and interpretations, from an unnecessary waste of time to the highlight and vital part of a person’s day. For some, staying on the top of fashion trends is as important as eating three meals a day, while for others–well, they just […]
What’s not to Love?
Whether it is persuading a sunburned tourist to buy a magnet with the Turkish map printed on it or a desperate mother marketing her lazy son with a unibrow to a young lady in a clothing store, the Turkish people have mastered the art of selling. Moreover, they don’t limit […]