Thursday, August 25, 2011

Tapas, Turkish Style

Tapas, Turkish Style
August 24, 2011 - Linda Morel, Jewish Exponent Feature

On a recent trip to Turkey, I discovered mezze -- beautifully seasoned appetizers similar to Italian antipasto. Every lunch and dinner began with a selection of these piquant dishes.

To live in Turkey means to be immersed in mezze culture. The experience reminded me of Spanish tapas. They drink Raki, an anise-flavored spirit as fierce as lions, as an accompaniment.

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