GAZIANTEP, Turkey — When visiting this historical southern Turkish city, it doesn't take long to discover its true passion: baklava. So much so that Gaziantep has become synonymous with the sweet ...

Oklava’s double pistachio baklava features a soft and juicy pistachio filling and a crispy exterior. Photo courtesy Oklava. Oklava, a new, locally owned Turkish cafe, and Kenz Coffee Bar, which shares ...

Bakers show the just-prepared baklavas, a traditional Turkish dessert, in Ankara, Türkiye, Nov. 14, 2025. Baklava is a sweet Turkish pastry with layers of filled dough, butter and the smell of sweet ...

One of the best parts of growing up in Istanbul was being introduced to a rich blend of flavors from diverse cuisines. From traditional Turkish classics and Greek appetizers to Mediterranean meze and ...

Different types of baklava are on display and being packaged at Gulluoglu, a shop in Gaziantep, Turkey. The city has many shops dedicated to the sweet pastry. GAZIANTEP, Turkey — When visiting this ...