Most visitors to Turkey cannot resist buying at least one or two things. Turkish suede and leather are particularly important, along with all kinds of fabrics, clothes and other goods such as handbags, belts, shoes, etc., at prices which surprise and please the visitor. Turkish food is known throughout the world. The preparation is simple, but fresh ingredients brings out the richness of their flavors in a way that never fails to delight. Then pause awhile to contemplate the famous Turkish sweets and pastries before finishing with a Turkish coffee.
All Turkish food is prepared from fresh ingredients.
The country produces a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, and, being surrounded on three sides by sea, the range of fish to be found is also considerable. Delicious Turkish coffee or tea will be offered to you. Bottled drinking water and mineral water are easily found everywhere. Tap water is drinkable but the taste is not good because it is chlorinated. Especially in large cities like Istanbul, Ankara and Izmir, you can also find restaurants which feature anything you desire.