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Let’s get tucked in!
INDEX 3. The first restaurant in the Western world 4. Mesmerise yourself with a tour of sensational taste at Gokyuzu
6. A journey to the heart of
Anatolian cuisine
7. Is the Turkish pide or the new Italian pizza? 8. Londoners taste destination:
Capital Restaurant
10. Delicious Turkish soups that
you must taste
11. A paradise cuisine of Cyprus 12. Babinondas: an amazement of Mediterranean taste
14. The greatest supplier in the food industry:
Holland Bazaar
16. The entrepreneur behind great innovation:
Big K
18. A journey to the success of Turkish
restaurants in London
19. One of the most popular dips among the
Mediterranean cuisine
20.Taste the best burger experience with SPARKS
22. A diverse selection of fabulous world cuisines 23. The best Turkish kebab options 24. The healthiest cuisines in the world 26. London’s leading Turkish nightspots: Cyprus Garden
28. The enchanting match of Raki and fish 29. Harmful risks health risks of consuming
fast foods
30. Delicacies of the British cuisine 31. Take a walk into the delicious
Mediterranean with Bistro the Walk
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Food is an essential part of everyone’s lives and it is definitely serious business. It begins from the manufacturer to the supplier, then to the server and the consumer. Food is a significant requirement which gives us energy and nutrients to grow and develop, be healthy and active, to work, play think and learn. However, this whole world of sensational taste embraces such delicacy and a focal point on the inquiry of where to consume the most delicious dishes or to acquire high-quality services. In the supplement, we have presented the most respected, faithful and high-quality services commencing from food and goods suppliers to wonderful and delicious restaurants. Touching upon a broad selection of cuisine options, you will be
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amazed at the worlds of cuisines and delicacies that are available for you, wonderful and diverse cuisine options are inclusive of Turkish, Cypriot, Greek, British and many more. We would also like to take this opportunity to express special gratitude to our main sponsor, Big K Charcoal and all of our supporters which has allowed us to formulate this informative and exceptional edition. Hence, great thanks for all those who have helped to create this supplement. We are hopeful that you enjoy this supplement just the way we were pleasured whilst formulating it. Our kind regards, Londra Gazete
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The first restaurant in the Western world
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restaurant is a social institution which offers a choice of foods and drinks, thus we adore to treat ourselves at restaurants which suits our taste or sometimes it enables us to taste different cuisines that we never even knew about. Can you imagine what it would be like if restaurants never existed? We’ve gathered some historical information in relation to the history of restaurants, where and how did this amazing social institution originate? The first public dining institution eventually became notable as a restaurant in France, the initial restaurant possessor is known to be A. Boulanger, a soup seller who established his restaurant in Paris, 1765. According to historical researchers, Boulanger apparently had a sign over his door and the sign displayed “restoratives”, or “restaurants”, which cited to the soups and porridges provided in the institution. In virtue of this, Boulanger’s institution took its name from that sign, thus the term “restaurants” designates a public eating location in French, Dutch, Danish, Norwegian, Romanian and alternative languages, with some alternations. Even though during that time inns and hostelries frequently distribu-
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ted food to paying guests and beverages were purchased from cafes. But the accomplishment of Boulanger introduced something different and his restaurant was the first public location whereby people were able to order dishes from a menu offering various choices of food. Boulanger handled a humble restaurant and in fact had included a dish which was called “sheep’s feet in a white sauce”. Boulanger claimed that his soup, sheep’s feet in white sauce, wasn’t merely food, it was a health restorative. Prior to the French Revolution, the upper-class households presented fancy culinary institutions, but when the revolution decreased the number of private households providing employment, numerous chefs and cooks began to work in restaurant kitchens or initiated their own food establishment. As a result, during 1804, Paris possessed more than 500 restaurants, composing of the marvellous chefs of history and forming countless dishes that are still popular contemporarily. The pros of treating yourself at a restaurant? AN EASY WAY TO GET A MEAL Most probably the major advantage stated by many is the convenience of eating at a restaurant. Instead of going home after a long tiring
day at work, cooking at home might not seem so appealing sometimes. Thanks to the existences of restaurants you can pop in immediately and a few minutes later you will be served. NOT NECESSARY TO KNOW HOW TO COOK Unfortunately, not everyone can cook. Nothing to be ashamed of but some of us just lack the skills of cooking. But when ordering out, all you need to be capable of is to read the menu and others will take care of fulfilling your stomach. SPECIAL OCCASIONS Majority of us tend to visit restaurants on special occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries and parties. It’s a great opportunity for family and friends to merge together and have fun and most importantly to ex-
perience great food. TASTING DIFFERENT CUISINES One of the fundamental advantages of restaurants is that it offers to use an opportunity to experience a wide range of cuisines from different cultural backgrounds. Instead of having to fly out to countries to taste their traditional dishes we can just walk down the road to taste delicious dishes.
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Mesmerise yourself with a tour of sensational taste at Gokyuzu
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okyuzu Restaurant continues to be the realm of fabulous authentic and delicious Turkish dining in London. The rising star Gokyuzu, the successful Turkish restaurant chains establishment escorts us back to 1999, Gokyuzu was first established in a small store in Haringey, but accompanied by great ambitions and capability. Over the years, Gokyuzu has successfully shown itself beyond doubt as one of the dominating Turkish restaurants in London, it now runs in Haringey and Chingford and recently announced that Gokyuzu will also be opening in Walthamstow and Finchley. In 2017, Gokyuzu was awarded best kebab restaurant in the North and West London the 2017 British Kebab Awards. With practically almost 20 years of involvement in serving mouth-watering and marvellous tastes which are influenced from the Mediterranean region of Turkey, Gokyuzu has victoriously provided high quality, great service, and delicious dishes over many years and has attracted customers from a wide population. Member of societies from every ethnic background has appreciated the rich menu provided by Gokyuzu, the Turkish traditional recipes have been employed as innovation to generate the menus for
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their adored Turkish restaurants in London. While Gokyuzu signifies ‘sky’ in Turkish, admirers of the deliciously authentic and uplifting flavours of the Mediterranean will discover Gokyuzu’s nourishment
sensational and enchanting. Gokyuzu serves a wide variety of choices, from luscious kebabs and from an immense arrangement of meat and chickens dishes to fresh seafood choices and a broad selection of Turkish pizzas and sensational appetizers. It is guaranteed that an experience of taste in Gokyuzu is no different to being heaven. Accompanied by its
delicious food, bubbly atmosphere and great service, Gokyuzu is always busy whereby proves its popularity as one of the best Turkish restaurants in London. Gokyuzu knows no limit to the ultimate taste and quality,
you’ll discover everything at Gokyuzu is thoughtfully sourced and delightfully prepared to our demanding standards. Gokyuzu is one of the most convenient restaurants you must visit, with its reasonable prices and amazing food prepare to be mesmerised by Gokyuzu’s huge array of heavenly dishes. It awaits you to experience a unique flavour of Turkish and
Mediterranean’s delicacies. With the excitement of launching its new branch in Walthamstow shopping mall, Gokyuzu is leaping the ladder of success and becoming even closer to the lovers of fresh tastes and expanding the Turkish cuisine to London’s busiest areas. Gokyuzu is family owned, and as is the Turkish way, hospitality is vital. The branch’s successful directors, Huseyin and Veysel Yavuz are both proud of being a remarkable brand in London which serves magnificent quality and taste of Turkish Mediterranean food. On preference, Gokyuzu can prepare you a delicious meal to enjoy at home. You can select any meal from the takeaway menu and Gokyuzu will make an authentic Turkish dining experience for you to pleasure at home. A WARM WELCOME AWAITS YOU Chingford Branch: Southend Road, Chingford, E4 8TA Reservation telephone: 02085274927 Haringey Branch: 26-28 Grand Parade, Green Lanes, London N4 1LG Reservation telephone: 02082118406
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AN AUTHENTIC MEDITERRANEAN & TURKISH CUISINE Ai̇leni̇zi̇, mi̇safi̇rleri̇ni̇zi̇ gönül rahatlığı i̇le ağırlayabi̇leceği̇ni̇z, başkalarına çeki̇nmeden tavsi̇ye edebi̇leceği̇ni̇z bi̇r yer arıyorsanız Gökyüzü Restoranlar’ını mutlaka deneyin.
Gökyüzü Chingford T: 020 8527 4927 Southend Rd, Chingford London E4 8TA 450 ki̇şi̇li̇k oturma kapasi̇teli̇, büyük araba parkı, yemyeşi̇l bahçesi̇, güzel dekoru i̇le tüm restoranlardan farklı, geni̇ş bi̇r mekan.
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Gökyüzü Harringey T: 020 8211 8406 26-27 Grand Parade, Green Lanes London, N4 1LG 250 ki̇şi̇li̇k oturma kapasi̇teli̇, genişletilmiş yeni dekoru i̇le hizmetinizde.
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A journey to the heart of Anatolian Turkish cuisine
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he Turkish cuisine is mostly the heritage of Ottoman cuisine that is a combination and refinement of Middle Eastern, Central Asian and Balkan cuisines. Withal, Turkish cuisine in a result has influenced m a n y other cuisines like the Southeast Europe, Central Europe and Western Europe. The Turkish cuisine consists of endless mouth-watering dishes. Turkish cuisine differ over the country. The cuisine of Istanbul, Bursa, Izmir and Gaziantep in particular derives various features of Ottoman court cuisine, with a moderate implement of spices, a desire for rice over bulgur, koftes and a broad accessibility of vegetable stews, eggplant, dol-
tomatoes are filled with a combination of rice and onion in the company of numerous spices. Fresh beans – green beans which is cooked with tomatoes and onions. DISHES WITH MEAT
Karniyarik – fried eggplants escorted by minced meat, onion, parsley, garlic and tomato stuffing. This dish is really popular and must be tasted. Lahmacun – this dish is considered to be a Turkish verision of pizza, it’s a dish with a topping of minced meat, onions and spices made on thin dough. It is vital to eat this dish with parsley and lemon, lahmacun is rolled like a wrap making easier to eat. Kurufasulye – Turks adore this dish. This dish can be cooked with meat and without or sometimes with slices of beef named pastirma. Kurufasulye
whereby it consists of beaten pieces of meat seasoned with suet, herbs and
fried eggplants, green peppers also zucchini with tomato yogurt is
spices. Considered to be one of the most famous dishes of Turkish cuisine around the world. Kofte – it is generally known as meatballs, yet it is formed in all shapes. The kofte essentials are ground meat, combined with crumbled bread, minced onions and spices. Manti – this dish can be considered to be similar to dumplings. This marvellous traditional Turkish dish is made up of two foremost ingredients: the dough and the stuffing that includes grounded lamb, onion, salt and pepper. POPULAR SIDE DISHES Pilav – this dish is extremely favourable and consists of a wide range of options in the Turkish cuisine, it is easy to make and always appreciated as a side dish with a great variety of main course dishes. Fried vegetables – including a broad option of vegetables but mainly
considered to be one of leading treats. Mucver – the major components of this favoured Turkish dish are grated zucchini, eggs and flour. An exceptional frequent choice includes white cheese, green onions and mint. It is softly fried in either vegetable or olive oil, and provided as a hot side dish. Mercimek koftesi – this vegetarian meat balls implemented from bulgur, lentils and cut vegetables are a popular appetiser. DELICIOUS DESERTS Kunefe – this special Turkish dessert, formed from cheese baked with shredded pastry dough and covered with pistachio, kunefe is popular option for night outs also it is difficult to make at home. Baklava – the greatest famous Turkish desert. Baklava has a wide range of types and it is highly recommended to make sure you taste all types.
mas and fish. The most delicious and famous Turkish dishes consist of the following: VEGETABLES OR O LIVE OIL DISHES Turkish cuisine have a large mixture of vegetables and as you would aspect this is demonstrated on the dishes. Yaprak sarma – wrapped vine leaves accompanied by a stuffing of rice, o n i o n and spices such as mint, currant, pepper and cinnamon. Dolma – consists of vegetables which is either fresh or dried, peppers and
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is enjoyed by dipping bread and is served with plain rice. FAMOUS DISHES AND MASTERPIECES OF TURKISH DISHES
Kebaps – the greatest masterpiece of the Turkish cuisine where meat is grilled over a charcoal fire. Initially the meat comprised of lamb, beef or chicken. Doner – primarily doner is a dish
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Is the Turkish pide or the new Italian pizza?
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here is growing argument on whether we are we shifting away from the classic pizza option and to towards the Turkish pide? Turkish pides are bread which has a center of filling, with a choice of beef, cheese or vegetarian. Pide is normally formed in an oval or round shape and is regularly conveyed as a Turkish pide. However, the crucial question here is that, are Turkish pides taking over Italian pizzas?
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Pide is pizza accompanied by Turkish sparkle. Abandoning the tomato sauce, mozzarella and basil, pide is relevant to the fascinating vivid flavours of the Middle Eastern cuisine. Consistency of fragrant lamb, pungent black peppers, tender spinach and Turkey’s familiar peynir cheese, formed from sheep’s milk to an antique recipe. And the most delightful thing about pide is that it is available in many restaurants in London.
Moreover, lahmacun is a sort of pizza, essentially topped along ground meat, onion, chili, and parsley. Alternatively feasible toppings comprise meat pieces and cheese. The typical lahmacun is oval and almost a foot long, however, restaurants may shape them palm-sized portions. For instance, every region possesses its individual method of making lahmacun. Such as, in Samsun, they’re created in boat shops with filling hugging edges whilst, in Antep they’re made with garlic and no onions. Though, the foremost and delicious pides appear from wood fire ovens and are pulled in and out on wooden oars. In historical context, some claim that the Ottomans ate pide like a bread named tokalak, although others claim that pides where essentially created during the twenties as a method of getting by ingredients in a Turkey damaged by the outcome of a war. Though, majority consent that pide was invented in the region of Samsun in Turkey. Despite all the delicious toppings and ingredients used for the making of pizza-like pide, the essential touching which provides a sensational taste and unifies all is butter. Before serving, pide is brushed luxuriously with more melted butter, presenting it with a glossy sheen. Withal, there is a debate on whet-
her there is move from pizza to pide. Pizza is known to be a traditional Italian dish of the Italian cuisine, including of a yeasted flatbread commonly topped with tomato sauce and cheese and baked in an oven. Additionally, it can be covered with vegetables, meats, and condiments. Pizza is one of the most popular foods in the world and a typical fast food option in Europe and America also, pizza delivery is very common in most parts of the world. Pizza is served as portion size slices or pieces, it can either be prepared fresh or frozen, in restaurants, pizza is baked in an oven with stone bricks and frozen pizzas are available in various stores. When it comes to the making of pizza, the dough and ingredients can be merged into a type of table. Nonetheless, as the Turkish restaurants are expanding all around the world and in particular in London, there is an increasing demand for pide from not only the Turkish population but those from diverse ethnic backgrounds. Hence, there is growing argument that it’s all about the Turkish pide now, but we must admit both dishes are incredibly delicious and irreplaceable. Therefore, both Italian and Turkish cuisines are exceptionally appreciated for their contributions to the world with these great inventions.
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Londoners taste destination: Capital Restaurant
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URKISH cuisine has made a big difference compared to other cuisines because it has been a center dominion between East and West world for centuries. This cuisine has been formulated with combinations of many other cuisines and the Capital restaurant which is known as one of the best restaurants in North London has opened its world of amazing taste to guests from all over the world at its branches in Edmonton and Wood green. The Capital Restaurant, which has managed to meet the customers with their special and traditional tastes and different tastes of Turkish cuisine, has also become the winner of British Kebab Awards in 2013-2014, which is the most prestigious kebab restaurant award of England. We asked Murat Demir, the successful businessman of the Capital Restaurant chain, who has all the hygiene certificates related to food, you can eat safely with your family and your loved ones, the secret of his success. Murat Demir said that the kitchens always have the best quality, the fres-
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hest products and they are transformed into great flavors in the hands of valuable cooks. "Our customers always find the best examples of Turkish cuisine in our restaurant. They can also find the opportunity to experience not only kebab varieties but also many traditional dishes as well as delicious seafood. We present our master chefs with the traditional 'Ottoman cuisine' in different presentations and present it to our customers. Thanks to our large seating capacity, we can make reservations for private parties. As you know, our branch at Wood Green is composed of three separate floors. Sometimes our customers can reserve a floor just for themselves completely and they can organize big parties like birthdays, special day celebrations. For Valentine's day we always receive an intense reservation, therefore, our alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, the best Turkish sweet varieties are provided to ensure all of our customers enjoy a great time. 'BRITISH KEBAB AWARDS' WINNERS We have customers from all over the world. In fact, the whole world has acknowledged these tastes slowly and the first country which comes to mind when said kebab is Turkey. I think we are an important contributor to this success. I believe
we have proven this as the winners of the 'British Kebab Awards' in the UK's most prestigious kebab restaurant awards from 2013 to 2014 Capital Restaurant is a business that always renews itself and finds immediate solutions to customer needs. " 'SERVICE IS VERY IMPORTANT' Pointing out that one of the most important quality indicators of a restaurant is a good and timely service, Murat Demir states: "We chose all of our staff with great sensitivity, especially from the chef in the kitchen to our waiter serving at the saloon. Because we never forget that the work we do is composed of serious teamwork. With this in awa-
reness, we always continue to offer our customers the best with our staff. It is our vision to always offer healthy and delicious meals with our friendly and great staff. Our professional team is always responsible to check our products and tastes too ensure our customers receive the best service and do not face any problems. The most delicious, top quality and healthiest products are among our values to offer to our customers. Having a pioneering and reliable brand value in the environment with our warm atmosphere and fast service, the satisfaction of our customers will make us happier than anything else. "
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Delicious Turkish soups that you must taste
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t can be commonly agreed that inclusive of the Turkish cuisine, soups are a crucial notion of Turkish culture, heritage and tradition. As expected, Turkish cuisine holds a variety of vegetarian, meat also sweet dishes. One popular kind of the Turkish cuisine appears to be soup, served as a starter before lunch or dinner and even consumed for breakfast. Soups are also claimed to be the best hangover cure. Here are a few national soups that are highly recommended to taste: TURKISH BRIDAL SOUP: EZOGELIN Widely known as the soup of Ezo the bride, this taste has a preferably miserable love story devoted to its modest roots. The tale states that Ezo was an extremely pretty woman which lived in the south-eastern Gaziantep region during the early 20th century. Regardless of her beautiful appearance, love was on no occasion simple for her and her first marriage was a disappointment after her husband having an affair and her second marriage resulted her to live in Syria. Ezo
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was homesick for several years, she lost her life during the 1950s however her tale and recipe still exists until today. Traditionally produced from lentils, bulgur and cayenne pepper and paprika. HIGHLAND MEADOWS SOUP: YAYLA This soup that might not be to everyone’s liking is a strange regional cuisine from the Black Sea region of Turkey, an area that is highly green in landscapes and mountainous, hence giving it the nickname as the highland meadows of Turkey. In this area, traditional farming methods are still used and dairy products are fresh which is ideal since a staple ingredient of this dish is yogurt. Also including rice and one egg yolk, melted butter and chilli flakes are sprinkled
over the top as a garnish but also to add diversity to the range of tastes. CABBAGE SOUP: LAHANA Another favourite of the Black sea regional cuisine, Cabbage soup may seem like a boring alternative, but for vegetarians especially, it is one of the tastiest soups thanks to the addition of beans to diversify the taste. Again, traditionally garnished, with paprika and melted butter, you may not see this option on the menu of most local soup kitchens, but it is worth looking on Google for the recipe if you want warming, hearty meals in winter. SHEEP’S HEAD SOUP: KELLE PAÇA Travellers from the western world, who long ago, discarded any traditions of making use of every bit of meat, may originally bulk at the idea of eating sheep’s head in a steaming
broth, yet it is not as disturbing as it sounds. Originally stemming from the Middle East, this soup is a hot favourite especially for the late night revellers after a drinking session. In the southeastern district of Gaziantep, soup kitchens displaying the head skeleton of a sheep in a window also make a roaring trade from this flavour. The tongue or meat from the shinbones can also be used but is incredibly tender because of the extended boiling time and when combined with the other ingredients of hot chilli flakes, garlic puree, and oregano, this soup provides quite a kick. TRIPE SOUP: ISKEMBE Iskembe is a traditional Turkish hangover cure, this soup is also perfect for any day of the weeks, even if you’re not reviving from a night of too much booze. The soup consists of butter, red pepper, garlic, vinegar and flour.
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Cypriot Cuisine C
YPRUS, a corner of earth touched by heaven alongside its rich history and stunning Cypriot cuisine. The Cypriot cuisine’s heritage has been influenced by various cultures, whilst owing majority of its tradition to Mediterranean, Southern European and Middle Eastern countries. In particular, Mediterranean countries greatly exert influence on the Cypriot cuisines whereby, various dishes differ from country to country forming Cyprus cuisine an enchanting option. Each dish originating from the Cypriot cuisines possess a distinct taste and it is admiringly presented to reveal the Cypriot character. The contribution of countless ingredients and endless traditional recipes continued on for decades, which forms Cyprus cuisine to be exceptional. It’s variety you’re looking for in just one sitting, you simply must opt for the “meze”. The meze is a master piece in both neighbour countries Turkey and Greece but remarkable in Cyprus, the unlimited mixture of mouth-watering hot and cold meze is within the best. Be prepared to be begin with green olives, hummus, kidney beans, tahini, tarama, dry beans, tzatziki and beets. Cypriots are innovative cooks and are talented with using raw materials. An example of this is a gabbar, wild caper. The plant grows freely on the dry slopes all over Cyprus. The unopened flower buds and tender stem tops are pickled in vinegar and eaten as part of the meze. Nevertheless, the meze is then expected to pursue with a salty grilled halloumi cheese, Cypriot meatballs, liver, as well as fish and hot grilled meat and chickens. For the more adventurous dinner, the menu may
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consists of octopus in red wines, snails in tomato sauce also tongue or brain of a lamb. In the midst of the leading and delicious dishes in Cypriot cuisine, consists of the following: Meals Seftali Kebab – a traditional Cypriot food made up of lamb mince, onion, bread crumbs and wrapped in caul fat, accompanied with pide, aromatic fresh parsley and a fresh squeeze of lemon (Cypriots tend
months. It is then soaked and cooked, with lamb or chicken pieces, tomatoes, garlic and of course lemon juice. Firin Kebabi - pieces of lamb shoulder covered in tin foil and shanks are roasted with wild oregano, potatoes and onions. This is a classic Turkish dish that’s particularly popular Firin Makarnasi – Cypriot cheese macaroni, complete with halloumi, parsley, dried mint and lamb mince but most importantly the cheese sa-
to accompany most of their dishes with lemon). Molohiya – indigenous to Cyprus and was originally found growing on the banks of the River Nile in Egypt which is living proof of Egyptians influence on Cyprus. During summer in Cyprus, old bed sheets are laid out, molohiya branches are chopped down and leaves are removed, sprinkled over the sheets and put out in the sun or spare room to dry. Once dried the molohiya is piled into old pillowcases and knotted up, stable fodder for those winter
uce topping which consists of milk, halloumi, cheese, egg and flour. Firin makarnasi goes great on with an amazing salad drizzled with olive oil, roast chicken and potatoes which is a highly popular
dish for Cypriots on a Sunday. Deserts Sucuk – a traditional Cypriot sweet which is most commonly made in villages for decades. This grape must roll is generally created in August whereby grapes are at their best. Firstly, the making of the grape jelly. And secondly, the dipping of shelled walnuts or almonds, which have been threaded through a string to about one metre after being left in water to soften, into the jelly mixture. The strings are then left to try. Sucuk is the irreplaceable desert option for Cypriots. Katmer – traditional Cypriot desert consisting of filo pastry, chopped walnuts and syrup. The syrup is poured over the hot pastry and allowed to soak well. Lokma – these golden, light bubbles which are bathed with syrup just as they emerge from the crackling cauldron of hot oil and served immediately. Alcoholic Drinks Zivania – a pomace brandy made from the filtration of a combination of grape pomace and local dry wines produced from grapes. Zivania is only for the brave, this ‘fire water’ contains an immense 45% alcohol and is generally pleasured as an ice cold shot. Brandy Sour – A completely Cypriot mixture, Cypriots love their brandy sour that has come to be considered as a national cocktail. Cypriot brandy in itself is quite light, accompanied by an alcohol fulfilled of around 32% and sweet aftertaste.
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Babinondas: An amazement of Mediterranean taste T he conventional Greek restaurant with excellent food and outstanding service, Babinondas is located in North London and accomplishes all the traditional and authentic Mediterranean amazement to the table. Being in possession and managed by the Bab’s family for more than a decade, the upcoming generation has precisely portrayed an essence of hard work, eagerness and productivty for implementing an exceptional taste of food. Exclusive in a wide range of Greek, Cypriot and Mediterranean food, Babinondas is a restaurant which consists of joy, humour, and delicious food all twined together at once. BEST TRADITIONAL RESTAURANT It’s quite difficult to discover restaurants whereby you feel welcomed and satisfied, a positive vibe, friendly workers and great taste is all that we can ask for. Babinondas has successfully managed to be a place where it undoubtedly provides a cosy atmosphere, great music and joyful taste. It is a vital example to convey that Babinondas, presents the genuine character of Mediterranean features, where it is classified as a meeting of a warm smile and amazing food. Speaking to the owner of Babinondas Restaurant, Mr. Babs outlines the reasons to visit the traditional and authentic restaurant for a marvellous time. Admitting that the restaurant name originates from their grandfather’s first name, Mr. Babs mentions that they proud of themselves for
Mr Babs
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demonstrating a successful service for presenting a variety of high-quality mezes and conventional Greek and Cypriot cuisine sensations. Mr. Babs particularly suggests: grilled octopus, garlic prawns, calamari, lamb souvlaki and a jolly shot of Zivania. SPECIAL EVENTS AT BABINONDAS The owner of Babinondas, Mr. Babs further underlines the varieties of joyful live music occassions which constantly occur in the restaurant thus, offering opportunities to use their special occasions. Babinondas can organise you exceptional “Greek Night” live music sessions for your family and friends to enjoy, also offering a special menu with attracting delicious Mediterranean tastes at convenient prices. Babinondas guarantees you that you will adore a night of Greek food and entertainment. You are also able to book private functions in accordance with your demands, for instance, weddings receptions, birthdays, anniversaries and so on. Catering for private functions consists of up to 100 inside restaurant and up to 40 in their reward winning garden. BEST GARDEN OPTION FOR SUMMER In the course of summer, the Babinondas garden is also ac-
cessible for any type of private events 7 days a week by scheduling, daytimes and evenings as demanded. Background music is constantly available alongside live music. Babinondas is a very good Greek restaurant located in Winchmore Hill, North London, offering a good varied menu. Food is plentiful and fresh. The staff is warm and friendly. We do not hesitation in recommending if you haven’t already visited.
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The greatest
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olland Bazaar has maintained its position to be the leading supplier for the food industry in the UK accompanied by its two branches in Edmonton and Croydon. Being the UK’s first 24/7 cash and curry enterprise. Holland Bazaar aims to encounter all the demands of its customers and to supply London with the best products. Thus, it has decided to comprise thousands of products that are required for the food premises, consisting hundreds of restaurants, cafes, catering companies and supermarkets. On that account, it has developed into a store where its customers can find everything that it needs at any time and without having to go elsewhere for additional shopping. This makes food premise owners lives easier, since they can purchase their goods at a suitable time which suites them. Holland Bazaar places its customers and their demands first. Just as its name is deriving from the destination of international trade: Holland. Its products come from all around the world, more than 40 countries, and merges the customers in one place.
supplier
in the food industry:
Holland Bazaar
WIDE RANGE OF PRODUCTS Holland Bazaar provides fresh daily fruit and vegetables, dry food, frozen food, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, milk and dairy products, catering products, coals and many more, with very satisfying prices. Wide variety of products, 24/7 serving, and having decent prices for small and medium sized businesses. All of these make Holland Bazaar the biggest and greatest firm in the food industry. In spite of economic crises, Holland Bazaar has proceeded to supply their products with reasonable prices. Their distributers assured that Holland Bazaar was delivered with the leading products which expertly permitted them to supply the greatest quality instantly to your shelves. During the years Holland Bazar has accomplished to enlarge as the biggest supplier across the nation and it is acceptable to say that Holland Bazaar is one of Britain’s successful food suppliers. GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE As one of UK’s biggest aliment wholesalers with its reformative enterprises, Holland Bazaar had launched its second new branch
in Croydon in 2016. Which is also successfully operating in South London as well as its 24/7 service at its North London branch. Bazaar’s sales staff manages customer enquiries rapidly and conveniently. Orders requested before midnight are generally distributed the next day and there is also a fast track delivery option to the customers in emergency need. Moreover, Holland Bazaar additionally delivers all over the UK accompanied by their modern temperature controlled delivery vehicles. “THE MOUNTING ACHIEVER” Stunningly, Holland Bazaar has secured its excellent identification and incomparable supremacy by performing great service and acknowledgment towards its customers.
Ali Matur and Mert Uçar
The general director of Holland Bazaar, Mert Uçar, stated that in all respects, their accomplishments indicate a significant expression that Holland Bazaar succeeds to be an outstanding front runner in the cash and curry industry.
You can find every aliment types at the UK’s first cash & carry 24-hour open Holland Bazaar
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The entrepreneur behind
great innovation
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he Big K Products UK Ltd is known to be a dominating company in importing charcoal products into the UK for more than four decades. Big K functions in distributing a vast range of great quality solid fuels. Big K Products UK Limited has been delivering charcoal products to the UK with
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an admired identification owing to the company’s well-constructed accomplishments and achievements. Big K provides the greatest all-inclusive range of restaurant classified charcoal, all with moderately divergent flavour and burn features. The Big K initially transported pre-packed products to provide the restaurant market. In spite of that, while
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the home barbecue commerce increased during the early 1970s, the company consistently started to enlarge in this field. Big K has subsequently varied its functioning to contain a winter range of outdoor and living products to the UK. Allowing Big K to provide its wide range of products all around the country and regularly supplying your catering requirements. “ONGOING ACHIEVEMENTS OF AN IMMIGRANT FROM CYPRUS” Mr. Theodorou has been running the Big K for more or less 20 years, by what means the company’s historical origins goes back to decades. Mr. Theodorou’s grandfather moved to England as an immigrant from Cyprus escorted
by the aspiration of launching a restaurant. Just as a committed entrepreneur he worked to cook on charcoal till he noticed that back in the 60s, whereby there was no charcoal to cook on. Consequently, he resolved the clear barrier into a chance and began to import charcoal to cook for himself at first. Fortunately, over the years Big K developed over the years and his son Chris Kleanthous took charge over the company and is still the managing director at the present time thus, the ongoing achievements of a Cypriot immigrant continues till today. RECISELY SUPPLYING IN RESTAURANT CHARCOAL Moreover, in relation to the restaurant charcoal, Big K additionally provides large shopping centers such as Morrison’s and Waitrose and many more well-known supermarkets with barbecue charcoal. Escorted by 10 Lorries and 3 vans functioning within the bounds of
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the M25 district, the company supplies the foremost and reliable restaurant charcoal with an efficient and outstanding service. Additionally, Mr. Theodorou asserts that Big K holds a wide range of customers from various cuisines, such as Turkish, Turkish Cypriot, Greek, Greek Cypriot, Kurdish, Iranian, Indian, Lebanese and Japanese restaurants. Speaking to London newspaper Mr. Theodorou states, “Restaurants normally have distinct demands in relation to the functioning of charcoal and logs. Within each part, we have concisely summarised the benefits if Big K Restaurant products.” Outlining the different restaurant verities, Mr. Theodorou emphasises the significance of charcoal usage by organisations also notes that he believes it is vital to underline the actuality that the company’s restaurant charcoal is Defra approved which means that it authorised for use. “For instance, wood burning restaurants like pizza restaurants, stand in need
Moreover, the use of charcoal is considered to be the most convenient, the slow and continuous submission of heat owing to slow cooking, prompts the fat in the food to condense and to apart from the meat. Hence, the meat gets to dispose of extra fat and of course, our worst nightmare, calories. Another advantage of using charcoal is that not only you can manage the temperature of the grill, you have control of shifting the coals to adjust the temperature of divergent sections on the grill. With a charcoal grill, the temperature of fire is extremely high, therefore, the food is revealed to more heat and this guarantees the food to be accurately cooked.
of specialist log products to assure that their wood ovens operate in accordance with their capability. Big K resorts to diverse hardwoods that are competent prior to cutting and splitting. In order to reduce the moisture content, the wood will be kiln-dried wood before delivery. The advantages of kiln-dried wood consist of substantial oven control, higher cooking temperatures, faster turn-a-round of food from order to table, reduced smoke and reduced risk of flue fire.”
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he Turkish speaking community in the UK has illustrated an outstanding surge from being immigrants to employers selling a wide variety of kebabs and doners which is not only cherished by the Turkish speaking community but other ethnic backgrounds in London particularly. The Turkish speaking community emerged as ethnic entrepreneurs in almost all Western European countries and predominantly in England, London has preserved its leading part as the supplier of Turkish ethnic food. Turkish cuisine has made a name for itself in London. The composition of flavours and ingredients are combined together to make dishes which are historically influenced by various cultures. A RAPID GROWTH OF SUCCESS From their commencing start of establishing partnerships and mainly
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offering takeaway services, the Turkish speaking community managed to climb the ladder of success in the food industry and long side their hard work and their entrepreneurship enthusiasm, the Turks have become prosperous employers of Turkish restaurants. Turkish cuisine has made a name for itself in London. The composition of flavours and ingredients are combined together to make dishes which are historically influenced by various cultures. The leading aspect which holds Turkish cuisine dominant is the world’s prominent variation of conventional doners and kebabs which has overreached the boundaries of Turkey as well. The Turkish restaurants in London are highly appreciated by all nationalities, but remarkably the British, are demonstrating substantial temptation in traditional Turkish Anatolian tastes, in particular for the variety of kebabs. GREAT DESIRE FOR TURKISH CUISINE Regardless of the increasing competition, Turkish restaurants are shown great interest due to their reasonable prices and in contrast to other cuisines, they are gratified for supplying satisfying
portions and high quality at low prices. Areas such as Stoke Newington, Edmonton, Haringey, Enfield, and Tottenham consist of high-quality Turkish Restaurants. These Turkish restaurants are constantly busy with customers which desire a relish taste of Turkish dishes. London is arguably an extremely lucky by which it’s populated by multicultural citizens which are eager to experiment foods which belong to other cultures and Turkish food is definitely one of them. The British and other ethnic backgrounds portray great attraction to the traditional Anatolian flavours. TURKISH CUISINE HIGHLY RECOMMENDED Turkish restaurants are famously known for their hygiene, speedy service, and delicious food. In accordance with many positive reviews by customers, Turkish food is the best thing which has happened to the UK. There is a rapid run up the ladder for success and recommendation of Turkish food. IMPACTS OF TURKS TO THE ECONOMY The Turkish speaking community has a great history of starting off as immigrant employees to business owners. Many have flown from Turkey for better live standards and opportunities and have become valuable actors to the growth of UK economy. Turkish business owners are extremely significant to the economy of
the UK by means of, playing a part in decreasing unemployment and supplying great service to needs of society. BENEFICIAL TO THE LIVESTOCK SECTOR The existence of Turkish restaurants is not only restricted to the economy of the UK, they play a great role in the livestock sector which obtains a great amount of support from the Turkish society. Turkish and Turkish Cypriot companies operating in London have been responsible for delivering tons of doners and meat to hundreds and thousands take-away business and restaurants. These companies not only have increased production but have assisted to systematize the process which doner kebab has been served, by enabling people to own a kebab shop with no requirement to be skilled kebab cooks. ACHIEVEMENTS ARE ONGOING The progress of Turkish restaurants in London pursues to provide high quality and great service. These businesses which began as small businesses in their early years have arisen to expand into larger restaurants. There is an enlargement in the number of Turkish restaurants which have developed into trademarks in the UK. Turkish entrepreneurs will persist to enlarge and open new restaurants. www.londragazete.com
One of the most popular dips among the Mediterranean cuisine
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ummus is known to be a one the most popular dips or appetisers that is made from cooked, mashed chickpeas, merged with tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and garlic. It is favoured in the Middle East and Middle Eastern cuisine around the world. The key ingredient of traditional hummus is chickpeas and includes substantial essence of dietary fibre, protein, manganese and B vitamins. In spite of being admired and common dish for many, and a great bonus of hummus is that it is an applicable dish for vegans, vegetarians, and on vegetarian diets. The term hummus is an Arabic definition of “chickpea.� In reference to historical context, the earliest wellknown recipes for a dish corresponding to hummus is tahini as recorded in Cairo during the 13th century. Though, various regions in the world declare to be the origin where hummus was created. However, owing to the fact that hummus has existed for so long and in diverse forms, the accurate creation has been misplaced in ancient times.
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Despite the fact that the accurate origin of hummus is uncertain, we are acknowledged that chickpeas, the fundamental ingredient of hummus, were recorded to be accomplished in the early Mediterranean and the Middle East. Chickpeas have existed for human consumption for almost thou-
ad, like a pita. It is additionally used a vital feature of a meze variety of cuisines such as Turkish, Greek and Cypriot, also escorted to grilled chicken, falafel, fish or eggplant. Garnishes are composed of sliced tomato, cucumber, coriander, parsley, caramelized onions, mu s hr o o m s ,
sands of years. The chickpea was employed in former Palestine, one of the earliest crops in Mesopotamia, also a popular dish on the streets of early Rome. Being a dip and appetiser, hummus is commonly spooned with flatbre-
olive oil, pines nuts and whole chickpeas. Also, hummus is tended to be covered along with a paste formed from fava beans boiled till soft and afterward crushed. Hummus is a customary dip in Egypt, where it is consumed with
the companion of pita, and often seasoned with cumin or alternative spices. Hummus is a regular feature of everyday meals in Israel, one of the main reasons about hummus being a common dish is because it is formed from ingredients which abiding by Kashrut (Jewish dietary laws) thus, can be consumed for dairy and meat meals. In terms of the Palestinian and Jordanian population, hummus has maintained to be a key dish, frequently served warm, together with bread for all courses of a meal during the day. What makes it even better for Palestinians is that all the ingredients for hummus are comfortably revealed in Palestinian gardens, farms, and markets. In Cyprus, hummus is an extremely popular part of the Turkish and Greek Cypriots cuisines. As part of the Cypriot cuisine, Cypriots are great lovers of hummus as its delicious and healthy thus, they made a soup with hummus. Besides the soup, hummus is served with bread or pitta bread to be dipped in, or as part of a meze.
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Taste the best burger experience with SPARKS A
satisfying burger will emerge through the use of good meat, sauces and bread buds just accordingly to your own taste. However, what if we take you deeper and enable you to meet the best burger options with the greatest quality and taste which you have not attempted before? Since 1975, The Sparks brand has developed to be one of the most popular and respected brands in the nation which is m a nu f a c t u re d by The Burger Manufacturing Company Ltd and Quality Burgers. Sparks Catering has become the major wholesalers specialising in the food market and offering people the best and delicious burgers in England and Europe. S p a r k s Catering possesses a wide variety of a range of burgers, meats, and appetizers which it productively supplies to restaurants, cafes, food markets and individuals. Sparks has maintained a wide capacity of customers over the decades. For three generations, Sparks has increased their success and maintained their position on the top charts, progressıng proudly and with great strides in business life as a family business. APPROPRIATE SERVICE SUPPLIED AT EACH SCALE
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Speaking to London Newspaper, Sparks Catering specialist sales manager Mark Cornall, he said that the company’s success has re-
dom and Europe, also he claimed that they had all kinds of needs from customers in the factories in Enfield and that they were for-
mained stable for years due to its respectful reputation and quality products in the market. Cornall explained that they have sent products to the entire United King-
med according to the work place or personal needs in every aspect. WIDE DISTRIBUTION AREAS Mark Cornall outlines that Sparks Catering has a wide distri-
bution range, which consists of the following: in North Leicester, in South Weymounth & Taunton, in west Bristol and in east Kent. Additionally, Cornall conveys, Sparks Catering possess four other distribution centers and the services are also associated with a strategic location of the distribution areas. BROAD RANGE OF PRODUCTS Sales manager Cornell, affirms that there are not only burgers and similar products, but there are other alternative product ranges such as chips, bread, soft drinks, eggs, deserts, fresh or frozen vegetables, fruits, sauces, pizza toppings, pies, and beverages. Cornall notes, Aberdeen Angus & Steak Burgers, as well as branded red meat burgers, now have a full score in terms of both health and taste, and the slogan “The best burger experience you’ve ever tasted” is never exaggerated and that every customer underlines this slogan. Sparks Catering is now happy to declare they are introducing their new Halal Monitoring Committee (HMC), through which the HMC beef burgers will only be made using fully certified HMC suppliers. GET BEYOND THE LIMITS WITH SPARKS If you want to exceed your taste limits for your own business and want to be involved in this experiment where you will find quality and taste in the depths of the burger World contact Sparks Catering from the details stated below: Address: Sparks Catering Ltd Unit 3 Delta Park Millmarsh Lane Brimsdown Enfield, Middlesex EN3 7QJ Tel : 0208 443 9330
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ces, shrimp and wontons. Indian cuisine Indian cuisine is made up of a broad variety of regional and traditional cuisine indigenous to the Indian subcontinent. In consideration, the variety of diversity in soil, climate, culture, ethic, groups, and occupations, Indian cuisine use a range of spices, herbs, vegetables and fruits. Indian cuisine is acknowledged for its delicious varieties such as chicken tikka masala, samosas, biryani, tandoori chicken, butter chicken and momo.
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he expression “world cuisines” embraces values which are formed of national, cultural, traditional and regional features that all merge together to reveal fundamental customs of regions historical and cultural origins. The expression “cuisine” frequently suggests the distinct methods of cooking and heritage. Predominantly the customs of dishes obtain their titles between the regions authentic and ethnic inferences. The world cuisines that are desired the most are comprised of the following: Turkish Cuisine Turkish cuisine is predominantly the heritage of Ottoman cuisine, which can be outlined as a blend and refinement of Central Asian, Middle Eastern and Balkan cuisines. Turkish cuisine has a very sensational taste and quality. The selection and simplicity of the recipes and the quality of the ingredients are assurances of mouth-watering dishes. In many foreign countries, kebabs are the mainstay in Turkish cuisine, kebabs are dishes of plain or marinated meat either stewed or grilled. Nearly all regions of Anatolia possess its individual kebab specialty. However, there other common Turkish dishes such as tantuni, guvec, manti, lahmacun and many more.
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Greek cuisine A favourable and famous Mediterranean cuisine. Present day Greek chefs generate extensive use of olive oil, grains, fish, vegetables, wine, and meat. Alternative leading ingredients consist of olives, cheese, eggplant, zucchini, lemon juice, herbs, bread, and yogurt. Greek cuisine is additionally influenced by Persian and Turkish cuisine owing to the fact that, about 200 years of Achaemenid and 400 years of Ottoman government. Traditional marvellous Greek foods include bougatsa, courgette balls, dolmadakia, and
Italian cuisine This cuisine has evolved through centuries of social and economic transformations, with origins extending to antiquity. Italian cuisine is designated with its simplicity, Italians cooks depend mainly on the quality of the ingredients instead of detailed composition. The Gulf of Naples serves pasta, vegetables, olive oil and fish are a vital feature of the Italian cuisine.
tomato keftedes. French cuisine Just like its history, French cuisine is additionally desired by the majority. There are numerous restaurants functioning in France together with more than 5,000 restaurants in Paris solely. Accompanied by so many restaurants, there are countless amazing recipes which reflect the French cuisine. The combination of cheese and wine are compelled to evoke you Frenchie’s.
Chinese cuisine In short, can we just describe Chinese cuisine as “sweet and sour”? Chinese cuisine is admired by most of us and is an important part of Chinese culture. In priority for seasoning and cooking methods of Chinese cuisine, the famous dishes include dumpling, chicken, mushrooms, and gluten, meat braised in soy sauce and spices, ham with mixed vegetables, hot and sour spi-
Mexican cuisine Mexican cuisine comes into existence 9,000 years ago, and it has not changed very much in history. It is assumed that Mexican cuisine was extracted from what the Mayan Indians prior to 2000 years. Mexican cuisine is as complicated as other ancient cuisines, but the basic elements of the Mexican dishes include, corn, Chile peppers, tomatoes, squashes, avocados, cocoa, and vanilla. Especially vegetables have a crucial part. Spanish cuisine
Spanish dishes from mouth-watering tapas with fantastic seafood and traditional roasts, Spanish food is circulated all about serving most of the best local produce. Spanish cuisines prominent ingredients are usually flour, olive oil, garlic, and salt. Paella is one of the most famous and traditional dishes, an authentic seafood and chicken paella which boasts a selection of Spain’s finest ingredients. Also, tapas is a magnificent appetiser in the Spanish cuisine, it may be cold or hot in select bars in Spain.
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The best Turkish kebab options
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ebabs are a broad selection of cooked meat dishes, with their origins in Middle Eastern cuisine. In particularly, Turkey presents a great choice of the world’s best and sensational kebabs. People all around the world just fly out to Turkish to taste these amazing kebab options to taste them first-hand. A great amount of kebab lovers is a fan of shish kebab, but did you know that the Turkish cuisine has introduced more alternatives to shish kebabs. Here are six of the most famous Turkish kebab dishes that constitute Turkish regional cuisine from this area of Turkey. CLASSIC SHISH KEBAB
We’re all most well-known classic shish kebab. In Turkish cuisine, shish cites to the metal skewer the meat is laced on. Chunks of marinated lamb are placed on the skewers, depending on choice it can include vegetables too, and withal it is cooked and turned over a coal fire until it is done to magnificence.
ADANA KEBAB Adana kebab is the trademark dish named after one of Turkey’s most well-known “kebab cities,” Adana. This marvellous kebab choice is made with ground beef or a combination of beef and lamb which is mixed toget-
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her with onion, garlic and spices, after that it is packed by hand around great flat metal skewers. Once placed on the grill, the large drips from the meat ge-
nerating it to attach. URFA KEBAB An alternative famous kebab is the cousin of Adana kebab. Titled after the city of Urfa, Urfa kebab is composed in almost the identical manner as Adana subtracting the heat. Urfa has a favourable taste seasoned with garlic, cumin, onions, oregano and sweet paprika kneaded into the meat. It prepares up delicate and moist enabling the taste of the meat shine through. ISKENDER KEBAB
in various Turkish restaurants in the world and is enjoyed by most of the kebab lovers. DONER KEBAB Doner kebab is one the irreplace-
able Turkish street food dishes from which the Greek gyro and Arabic shawarma were obtained. However, the Turks meat is leaner. Shavings of the turning kebab are generally consumed plain over a layer of rice or wrapped in a smooth tortilla constructed from durum wheat flour, named as durum. This kebab was emanated from Bursa, essentially the ‘turning kebab’ was hung horizontally, however, one day, Iskender Efendi, during the 1800s, chose to create a special grill to cook meats vertically. Thus, this innovation enabled the meat to be rotated and shaved off at the same time. Modern ‘turning kebab’ was established.
BEYTI KEBAB Beyti is a method pronounced to set back to the Ottoman period. It was reclaimed by a prominent Istanbul restaurant accompanied by the very same title and is now favoured in many Turkish cuisines. A combination of superbly seasoned ground beef and lamb rolled in a think flour tortilla-like dough named ‘yufka’. Which is next sliced into rounds and placed on the skewer to be cooked.
This is another famous kebab dish in Turkey and takes hold of its name from its creator, Iskender Efendi, which lived in Bursa during the 19th century. It is a sort of doner kebab put together from thinly cut grilled lamb covered with hot tomato sauce over parts of pita bread and abundantly slathered with melted butter and yogurt. Iskender kebab is identified by the Iskenderoglu family, which up to the present time operate the restaurant in Bursa. This popular dish is accessible
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The healthiest cuisines in the world
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ating a healthy, balanced diet plays an important part in ensuring a healthy weight, which is an essential element of overall good health. Research published in relation to countries that have the healthiest cuisines outlined that despite the worldwide consumption of healthy foods has increased within the last two decades, but there is still an increase in the consumption of unhealthy food. Between 1990 and 2010, wealthy nations experienced the most developments in their diet standards, since they decreased their use of unhealthy foods and consumed more healthy dishes. Here are some of the countries that are widely believed to have one of the healthiest cuisines: MEDITERRANEAN There is a justification on why cardiologists love the Mediterranean diet, simply because it’s good for you. The Mediterranean cuisine is includes a healthy blend of local ingredients, portion sizes and varieties of food to consume. In the Mediterranean cuisine, there is generally a dependency on plant foods such as beans, fruits, nuts, olive oil, vegetables, and whole grains along with a limited amount of cheese, chicken, eggs, fish, and yogurt. The typical Mediterranean consumes 9 daily servings of fruits and vegetables, fancies grilled or baked fish and chicken at least various times a week and caps their consumption of red meat to no more than few times a month. Bread is a vital feature of the diet, as grains occurring in the Mediterrane-
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an region are generally whole grain and commonly include a restrained amount of unhealthy fats. Bread is frequently dipped in olive oil and the consumption of butter or margarine is limited. Nuts are popular as a quick snack especially almonds, cashews, pistachios, walnuts and peanut butter. Salt is not the only primary seasoning, instead, this region relies on spices and herbs to season their food. MEXICAN CUISINE Besides the cheese topped Tex-Mex versions that you’ll find at most Mexican restaurants. The fundamentals of the Mexican diet embrace beans, chilies, corn, soups, and tomatoes. This cuisine is abundant in slowly released carbohydrates which leave you feeling fuller longer and may help lower blood sugar and reverse diabetes. Alongside its conventional consumption of numerous chilies, corn, robust moles and salsas these foods also supply various layers of flavour entanglements. Moreover, spicy grilled chicken or beef dishes form substantial alternatives and Mexican cuisine also has multiple vegetarian choices. Mexican cuisine is one of the initial combination cuisines and is greatly influenced by the Spanish, French, and Chinese. SPANISH CUISINE Like most Mediterranean region dishes, the Spanish have a storied prominence for using a lot of fresh vegetables, seafood, and olive oil. Two of their well-known dishes across the world are paella and gazpacho. The Spanish can also enlighten us additional in relation to healthier eating if you embrace Tapas. Tapas are regarded appetisers and the Spanish have made the consumption and compound of diverse Tapas into a classy and fulfilling dishes. Serving meals in this way prompt more conversation and less focus on consuming larger portions of food.
ITALIAN CUISINE Another wonderful Mediterranean region cuisines are Italian, traditional Italian food presents lots of beans, fish, fruits, grains, olive oil and vegetables. The ingredients consumed are almost without exception fresh and they shy away from processed meat and different food products. Rather than of meat being a prime focal point of the meal it’s essentially used moderately and the major source of protein originates from beans and fish. In comparison to Americanised to our prejudged view of Italian staples, melted cheese is not found in conventional dishes from Italy. Alternatively, the Italians consume cheese as a flavour intensifier where hard cheese such as fresh Parmesan is favoured. JAPANESE Japanese men and women are known to have one of the longest life expectancies. Men can presume to live to 79 and women 86. The Japanese also have the lowest obesity rate in the developed world at only 3%. This is precisely owed to diet differences. So what’s the Japanese secret? A virtually perfect balance of low-calorie foods that are both delicious and filling. Rather than meals being consumed on a single plate, they’re presented in small bowls and plates. Likewise, with Spanish cuisine, this
immensely slows down the eating process. The Japanese also uses calorie control called “Hara Hachi Bu” which means “eat until 80% full”. The Japanese diet is inclusive of great amounts of rice. They’re additional adore the consumption of mixed vegetables. Favouring their vegetables simmered in a seasoned broth, some of the more popular vegetables include bamboo shoots, beets, burdock, carrots, eggplant, green beans, green peppers, lettuce, lotus root, onions, red bell peppers, spinach, tomatoes, turnips, zucchini, shiitake mushrooms, sweet potatoes, and sea vegetables (a.k.a. seaweed) like kombu and nori.
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London’s leading Turkish nightspots: Cyprus Garden
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yprus Garden has been the irreplaceable and a leading Turkish entertainment spot in London for many years. The stylish and welcoming venue offers a great experience for those who have missed the Cypriot cuisine wonders also a superb cabaret shows which has led to people travelling not just across the capital, but the country to experience a marvellous night at Cyprus Garden. With its newly decorated venue, Cyprus Garden is a promising and inevitable spot for Turkish entertainment alongside its fixed menu consisting of a wide range of mezes and delicately cooked Turkish Cypriot dishes for you to enjoy. As one of London’s leading entertainment spot, Cyprus Garden provides the best cabaret shows for the Turkish and Cypriot population in London. Iconic Turkish singer Semra İleten headlines every week. The former lead singer of the Beyaz Kelebekler harks of nostalgia with her husky voice, delivering popular Arabesque, Turkish Classical and fantasy songs. The versatile Kader Ateş is arguably the UK’s best all-around Turkish entertainer with his camp singing and dancing, and a large London fan base to boot. Cyprus Garden’s welcomes a wide range of diverse customers from different backgrounds, all drawn in to the unforgettable tastes along with their customer-friendly service which undoubtedly opens a way of joy, pleasure and
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solidarity. You’ll find it hard to stay seated for the night and joining the other patrons for a dance in the relaxing and
entertainer atmosphere. In addition, besides the delicious tastes,
amazing entertainment performances, and high-quality services, Cyprus Garden also provides special occasion bookings for weddings, engagements, birthday party and many more, personalising and catering to your special events ensuring that your requirements and wishes are delivered. With a capacity of 300 Cyprus Gardens large venue will comfortable will host your special occasion with ease, with its large car park putting your mind at rest for you to enjoy your time.
If you looking for a night of entertainment or the perfect places to hold you special events, Cyprus Gardens will provide you will the delicious tasting food and a warm and friend service which will have you wanting to go back time and time again. Cyprus Garden’s Meze Bar & Restaurant is located at The Fairways, Southend Road, Chingford E4 8TA. For booking enquiries or more information you can call on 0208 527 9892 or 0774 134 1031.
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aki and fish, considered to be an irreplaceable Mediterranean seafood option. The combination between
the two is so popular that, there is a quoting conveying, “Fish is caught, not
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with net or rod, but with raki.” Raki is a well-known Turkish alcoholic drink which has its unique culture of eating, table manners and conversation style. As for sure, you must have heard about the perfect combination of raki
and fish, and without a doubt in the Turkish culture, raki has been the dominant comrade of fish and meze. Raki is an essential alcoholic beverage, not only because it contains alcohol but since the circumstances in which one consumes it. Commonly consumed at a meyhane, a kind of bistro designed particularly for raki drinking. The meyhane is a temple of Turkish cuisine, hence it is additionally a place whereby people meet, talk, debate, embrace and lament. An experience at the meyhane is centred on raki, but raki never stands alone. Alongside raki without exception comes meze, small plates of food that appear covertly, every now and then. In a sense, meze is appetisers leading to the main course, and the main course is generally consistent with a variety of seafood, such as seabass, seabream, anchovy, or red mullet. Meze usually comes in sequences. The first will comprise salad, thick slices of white cheese, eggplant puree and honeydew melon. Next in line arises from the choices of the chef, each dispensed in its own small platter, small dolma, cooled vegetables in olive oil and then mussels on the half shell, mashed beans with lemon sauce, pureed fish roe, yogurt seasoned along garlic, raw tuna fillets and red lentil balls might be served. Raki enhances the flavour of all food, however, the enchantment goes best with fish. Raki sharpens the taste of all food, but its magic works best with fish. The wide range of fish in Turkey seems endless. It differs in relation to the season. Without a doubt, the fish is always fresh, and made with simplicity, alongside served with lemon wedge and possibly some onion or sprig of parsley. Every meze has its own unique and mouth-watering taste, aroma, texture, and character.
Consuming raki alongside the mezes constructs the experience to a genuine transcendent level. “All the senses are involved,” states Aydin Boysan, a famous architect and bon vivant which had been drinking raki for more than sixty years and passed away recently. Aydin Boysan had given utterance to the manner of drinking raki, he suggested, “First you watch the water being poured into the glass and mixing with the raki. Then you pick up the glass and inhale the aroma. When you drink it, you take a small sip, feel the pleasure of it flowing down your throat, take another small sip, then put the glass down.” The meyhane culture demonstrates a substantial understanding Turkey. Just like the country itself, it provides nearly boundless prospects since it combines the heritages of a great diverse population. However, the combination of raki and fish holds a crucial part in the meyhane culture, it encourages discourse and deepens friendship and provides a magnificent pleasure of a perfect match, raki and fish.
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Harmful health risks of consuming fast foods
ast food is a cheap and favourable way to fill yourself, however, consuming fast food can result in serious health risks. The dark side of junk foods is not a secret fact. Many research studies have proved that fast foods have significantly increased childhood obesity, heart diseases, diabetes also other chronic diseases. Not only does fast food cause people to put on a dangerous amount of weight, but scientists and researched have warned that junk food can essentially cause serious harm to your brain as well. The several problems of fast foods have become widely known, artificial ingredients which consist of fast foods obtain several health risks. Various fast foods meals contain added sugar. Besides, as a result, that is not just extra calories but the petty amount of nutrition. The mixture of fat, sugar and high amount of sodium can make fast food meals delicious to some people, yet high in sodium meals can escort to water retention, a puffy, bloated or swollen feeling after eating fast food. In a study in the UK, 83% of those aged between 40-60-year-olds in the country which do not consume healthy food are at high risk of illnesses and diseases. Of these people, 87% are men and 79% were women. Yet in the 16 to 20-year-old category, one in six consumed fast food no less than twice a day, and one in eight within 21 to 34-year-olds consuming as commonly. The more junk food you consume, the less likely you are to consume the crucial nutrients which are highly required for the smooth running of your body. The health risks in eating food consists of the following: WEIGHT GAIN AND OBESITY An ordinary fast food meal is exceptionally great in fat and ca-
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lories. Putting on a great amount of weight appears when you eat more calories than you burn in a day. The supplements used in fast foods vastly consist of, soya, salt, cheese, sauces and artificial sugar. With a great consignment of fried fat in fast foods, there are several health risks escorted by the huge quantity of calories consumed. Sugars and fats in fast food meals enlarge the danger of becoming obese. Obese people tend to experience several health risks. DIABETES Studies have outlined that frequently consuming fast food meals maximises your possibility of evolving insulin resistance, and contributes the exposure to evolving type 2 diabetes. The figure of people around the world experience diabetes has significantly increased since 1980, from 153 million to almost 350 million in 2013 and probably even higher contemporarily. CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM Fast food can delight hunger for a short while, yet in long-term outcomes, fast food has many negative factors. People which consume fast food and are highly likely to progress depression in comparison to people which don’t consume fast food meals. INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM A healthy diet is important for a healthy skin appearance, fast food eating habits might not impact your skin. Greasy foods or even chocolate have been accountable for acne breakouts but carbohydrates have a great effect too. Foods rich in carbohydrates develop to blood sugar spikes, thus these leap into blood sugar levels possibility result acne. REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM The components applied to fast foods could influence fertility. A study discovered that processed food consists phthalates. Phthalates are chemicals which can obstruct how hormones function in your body. Subject to high levels of these chemicals may develop reproductive problems, inclusive of defects. Furthermore, besides the health risks in eating fast food for peop-
le, the use of animals to supply meat for fast foods aren’t appealing or pleasant. Animals are generally provided with insufficient diets and are given antibiotics. The antibiotics and growth hormones conduct various health effects which can be committed to people. The usual cons u m p tion of fast foods can lead to serious harms to the immune system. Becoming unhealthy is simple and easy, however, gaining
back a healthy body may not be as easy. Therefore, it is crucial to have a healthy diet and exercise plan.
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Delicacies of the British cuisine
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nglish cuisine embraces the cooking methods, traditions, and recipes related to England. The English cuisine encompasses its distinguishing characteristics of its own and has been known for its clarity use of ingredients and flavour. Withal, England possesses a compound history and has been involved a crucial player in the international sphere. In virtue of this, a vast amount of people from different ethnic backgrounds settled in this country and brought with them their own flavours and cuisines. This has resulted in English cuisine being influenced by many foreign cultures forming a more various food culture in England. Even though most British people enjoy tasting different popular cuisines such as Turkish, Indian, and Chinese. The traditional favourites of the English cuisine are still on the menu today. AMONGST THE BEST AND POPULAR DISHES IN ENGLISH CUISINE COOKING ARE THE FOLLOWING: Fish and chips – is regarded to be Britain’s national dish and for many years it has remained to be the main attractive dish of English tradition comprising of fried battered fish and hot potato chips. It is also a common choice of takeaway food. Fish and chips initially occurred in the 1860s and by 1910 there were most over 25,000 fish and chips beyond the UK and continued to rapidly grow over the decades. Over the years, fish and chips developed to be a stock meal in particularly within the working class population and factory workers in England. The most popular British dish was essentially served in a wrapping of old newspapers however this has now come to an end because it poses a health hazard. Instead, fish and chips are wrapped up with plain paper instead. In the course of the Second World War, the prime minister at the time Winston Churchill highlighted the vital importance of fish and chips, citing to them as “good companions”. According to research’s in 2015, there were around 10,500 fish and chip shops in the UK in comparison to around 1,200 McDonald’s restaurants. A high demand for fish and chips has existed since fish and chips were introduced. Sunday roast is a conventional British main meal which is usually served on Sunday, composed of roasted meat, roast potato and complemented by sausages, stuffing, vegetable, Yorkshire pudding, and gravy. Its fame in British culture is such that in a UK poll it was classified second in a record of things citizens adore about Britain. All through Britain, the full breakfast is remarkable. It is a common dish which is especially eaten during the weekends. The full breakfast consists of bacon, eggs, sausages, grilled tomato, mushroom, hash brown, toast, marmalade, and tea. Within the English cuisine, it is a popular dish served at numerous cafes and pubs throughout the country. Moreover, shepherd’s pie is common amongst the English cuisine, it is a meat pie with a covering of mashed potato. Shepherd’s pie is a traditional dish native to the UK and is considered to be the perfect comfort meal for the holidays. The most favourite British dessert has been claimed to be apple pie, the dominant content ingredient is apple. It is generally served with whipped cream or ice cream topping. The pastry is usually used top and bottom, forming it a double crust pie. Britain is considerably acknowledged for its excellent pubs and certainly acknowledged for its tasty beers. British beer is also accessible in the international realm with a wide range of types such as stout, porter, lager, bitter and India Pale Ale.
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Take a walk into the delicious Mediterranean cuisine with Bistro the Walk
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istro the walk goes by to be the home of fabulous and delicious Mediterranean style cuisine cooked freshly by the use of the finest locally sourced ingredients. Bistro The Walk offers the warmest Mediterranean welcome and ensures that you as comfortable as at home, provides you with a variety of very enjoyable and a mouth-watering variety of starters, meat, chicken fish, salad, pasta and vegan dishes. In relation to its rich and tasty menu influenced by the Mediterranean style cuisine, you’ll find marvellous dishes such as imam bayildi, kleftico, halloumi, chicken ala crème, pancakes, mixed fish kebab, fishcakes and most importantly the chefs specials consist of rib eye steak, sirloin steak, Mediterranean king prawns, lamb cutlets and mixed grill. We strongly recommend you to the taste these delicious dishes offered by Bistro the Walk. Bistro The Walk has become a stopping place for those who want to have a good time with their family, friends and love ones to enjoy a delicious meal with a rich alternative menu. The owner of Bistro the Walk is well-known for his previous success for managing The Meze Bar, Selcuk Ibrahim, previously awarded the “Best Restaurant Award” for the years in the Finchley region. Selcuk Ibrahim, who has earned his rightful reputation with The Meze Bar now offers the same quality and trust to its customers at Bistro the Walk in the Potters Bar area. With a great atmosphere and amazing food, Bistro the Walk is highly appreciated by its Mediterranean cuisine orientated menu and pleasurable ambiance, the welcoming friendly staff is always there to help and advise you on your food and ensure you are satisfied and enjoying your experience at Bistro The Walk. Besides another appealing feature, this amazing restaurant is that it also offers its customers to schedule private parties and organisations. A great opportunity to organise special events with family and friends whereby you will be overwhelmed by a delicious Mediterranean cuisine. Many customers can now taste a delicious meal with a wide range of Mediterranean choices, therefore, the feedbacks are accumulating to be positive. My Ibrahim says: “We pride ourselves on our great range of food and wine and we have a really good range of vegetarian dishes available. Enjoy your meal with us at Bistro the Walk”. Great news for those which admirer to taste a unique and different variety of wines, Bistro The Walk offers elegant wine list which provides you a great choice from around the world including Argentina, Spain, Chile, South Africa, France, Italy and many more. Also offers a unique alternative glass room to those who want to eat and enjoy a drink in a peaceful room especially on hot summer days. Bistro The Walk is located at 99 High Street, Potters Bar, Herts, EN6 5AT. For any inquiries please call: 01707664660 - 017076455
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