A chorus of cicadas
Summer is here and if we couldn't tell that by the long hot sunny days, we would know by the arrival of the cicadas...
Driving in Turkey – part one
Turkey is where eastern and western cultures come together, resulting in a fantastic blend of traditions and festivities. Not only that, Turkey is a...
World Book Day: compelling books about Turkey
Regardless of the kind of books you like the most, the indisputable truth is that the world would not be the same without books....
‘Just Josh’ by Moira Rutherford
Moira Rutherford has lived in Turkey for ten years having moved here in 2007. She soon became involved in caring for the many street animals...
National Umbrella Day – 10th February 2017
Every year on 10th February we honor this ever useful, ever fashionable and essential item by celebrating umbrella day
Everyone is familiar with the sight...
Unique Turkish Phrases – a saying for every occasion (part two)
Following on from our first article on unique Turkish phrases and idioms, here are more phrases that Turks use in daily life that you may...
The Yule Log – seasonal heating and eating
A Yule Log is a significant part of Christmas traditions. It is a large log burned in the hearth of the house and is a symbol of prosperity...
Things you may not know about Mince Pies
The Mince Pie is one of Britain’s favourite festive treats.
You can enjoy them warmed up with a cup of tea, or nice and cold...
‘First Footing’ – a New Year tradition
In Scottish and Northern English folklore, First Footing (the first-foot), is the first person to step into a house after midnight on New Year's Eve.
Traditions
Traditionally, the...
The History of Auld Lang Syne
Welcome to our sixth day of Christmas traditions. As we are approaching New Year we're going to have a look at some New Year...
Enjoy an all-day break “feast” at Taş Mekan
Turkey serves up the best breakfast in the world.
While much of the world views breakfast as a...
