Gastronomy

Press release… October 1 annual observance to raise awareness about coffee’s socio-economic importance and contribution to food security… March 10, 2026… Rome/New York – The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) welcomes the adoption of a resolution by the UN General Assembly (UNGA) proclaiming October 1 as International …

The Turkish delight trade saw a positive momentum in the recent period, with sales topping the 150 million dollars level over five years, according to a report on Monday. The traditional delicacy continues to sweeten palates in many countries, particularly in the United States and Europe, a report by Anadolu …

Press release… Türkiye is the world’s second-largest honey producer, with production approaching 100,000 tonnes. It accounts for a significant portion of global pine honey production, with a 90 percent share. However, this production strength is not reflected in exports. The country ranks 18th in the world in honey exports with …

Press release… Turkish Organic Sector Takes a Major Step Towards 2 Billion Dollars Export Target… The Turkish organic sector made a strong showing at the Nuremberg BIOFACH 2026 Organic Products Fair, the world’s largest organic product fair, with 41 companies. The Turkish organic sector showcased its potential to gain a …

Gaziantep’s geographically indicated delicacies are reaching tables around the world thanks to frozen food technology… Gaziantep’s geographically indicated delicacies, such as stuffed meatballs, lahmacun, yuvalama, katmer and sour small meatballs, are shock-frozen at -40 degrees and exported to six countries. Antalya… Türkiye’s southeastern province of Gaziantep, recognised as one of …

Turkish tea export revenues jumped 66 percent in January compared to the same period last year, reaching 2.1 million dollars (TL 91.92 million), according to a report on Thursday based on the data from a provincial association. The tea was sold to 51 countries, autonomous and free zones, in January, according to …

Press release… The Story of the Olive is Told Through Photography: The Golden Drop of Green 2 Has Begun… Türkiye’s Olive Memory is Being Recorded Through a Competition Organized by EZZİB… Türkiye’s Olive and Olive Oil Heritage is Captured in Photographs… The Golden Drop of Green 2 and The Journey …

Türkiye’s Mediterranean province of Antalya also aims to make a breakthrough in gastronomy… Antalya, which aims to diversify tourism and boost the economy by promoting local values, is also establishing itself as a brand in gastronomy with its inventory of local products. Hulusi Şahin Antalya… With the aim of establishing …

Türkiye boasts a remarkable wealth of geographically indicated products, with 1,806 items registered and another 862 awaiting approval. Globally, more than 10,000 products carry such certification, while Europe alone accounts for around 3,500. Despite this strong foundation, experts argue that Türkiye has yet to fully harness the economic potential of its geographically …

Türkiye, which accounts for 92 percent of the world’s pine honey production, is preparing to bring its domestic honey to world tables with geographical indication registration and newly developed analysis methods. Pine honey, whose production recovered after the fires of 2021, now aims to become an international point of reference …