Finding the best Börek in the city — a personal search

I spent three months trying every version of Börek I could find locally. The variation in quality is extraordinary. The best version handled Turkish red pepper paste with genuine knowledge and the tangy with sumac and pomegranate result was noticeably superior.

the meze tradition of small shared dishes predates the main course. The winning restaurant had the right a traditional Ottoman-style restaurant feel — unpretentious and focused on the food. ayran yoghurt drink was suggested correctly. Worth the search. When Börek is made properly it's a completely different experience.