Few of them get into serious legal problems or have gang-related issues. Maybe, she says, it has to do with strong social and family traditions. Ever the diplomat, she smiled and replied that she would be happy in either place. Good people are good people anywhere, she says. The next best thing to going to Turkey is to sample its cuisine.
Turkish food is a delightful mix of Eastern and Western influences.
More savory than hot, it s a deeply satisfying mix of spices and herbs. Chef Huseyin Akgun features specialties from throughout Turkey. Try the Sigara Borek, a light pastry stuffed with feta cheese and mixed with parsley and egg. Or the beef or chicken kabobs with special yogurt sauces served over rice pilaf. They play great Turkish CDs at the Istanbul Cafe, creating a relaxing ambiance.