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Nevşehir Testi Kebab is one of the deeply rooted dishes of Central Anatolian cuisine and is a traditional type of kebab particularly associated with the province of Nevşehir. This dish, which received geographical indication registration in 2021, is a unique example of the fusion between the region's pottery craftsmanship and gastronomy. The registration was granted as a designation of origin under Law No. 6769 on Industrial Property; it officially documents the strong connection between the dis

Burdur Şiş Köftesi is a traditional type of skewered meatball unique to the province of Burdur, prepared using only meat and salt. This dish, long practiced in the Teke region—particularly in Burdur—stands out for its flavor and easy digestibility. With a history of approximately 150 years, Burdur Şiş received geographical indication registration in 2012. In recent years, it has gained popularity and begun to be consumed in neighboring provinces, especially Antalya; however, to preserve its auth

Çankırı Pıhtı is a traditional dessert from Çankırı province in Türkiye. Made with wheat flour, water, butter, walnuts, and sugar or grape molasses, this dessert has been registered as a geographical indication with registration number 983 by the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office on 24 November 2020, due to its unique production method and its strong association with the region. Çankırı Pıhtı is one of the defining characteristics of the regional cuisine in terms of texture, presentation, and

Cizre Memilheva Kurabiyesi is a baked product made from almond kernels, sugar, and egg whites, produced in the district of Cizre, Şırnak Province. It is traditionally served during weddings, holidays, invitations, and visits in Cizre’s culinary culture. The cookie is shaped into a gear-like form with 6, 9, or 12 protrusions and approximately 1 cm in thickness. Due to the high concentration of almonds, the almond aroma is more prominent than the sweetness of the sugar. Its texture is lightly cris

Bafra Kaymaklı Lokumu is a delicious dessert unique to the Bafra district of Samsun. It derives its name from the special kaymak contained within and is known for its soft texture and delicate sweetness. Bafra Kaymaklı Lokumu is highly cherished by both locals and visitors.Geographical Indication and SignificanceBafra Kaymaklı Lokumu was officially registered with a geographical indication by the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office on 31 January 2020 (TÜRKPATENT, 2020). This geographical indicat

Akyurt Cold Soup is a traditional summer dish unique to the Akyurt district of Ankara. Known locally as “cold ayran porridge,” this soup stands out for its nourishing and cooling properties. Developed by the people of Akyurt, whose lives are closely tied to agriculture and livestock farming, the dish serves the dual purpose of meeting energy needs and providing relief from summer heat. It represents a culinary heritage that reflects the region’s cultural and geographical characteristics.Yarma Pr

Hatay Taş Kadayif is a traditional syrup-based dessert unique to the southern Turkish province of Hatay. Known for its deep roots in the region’s local culinary heritage, it is prepared using time-honored techniques. Registered as a designation of origin under the Industrial Property Law No. 6769, the product received geographical indication protection on 16 December 2024 upon the application by the Governorship of Hatay. The name “Hatay Taş Kadayif” may only be used for products made within the

Bitlis Ciğer Taplaması is a traditional dish unique to the Bitlis province, located in the Eastern Anatolia Region of Türkiye. It was registered as a geographical indication on October 23, 2024, under the name of Bitlis Eren University, and classified as a designation of origin. This dish holds a significant place in Bitlis’s culinary heritage, both historically and culturally.Definition and Distinctive FeaturesBitlis Ciğer Taplaması is a dish made with lamb or sheep liver, fine bulgur, semolina

Niğde Kelle Söğüş is a traditional offal dish unique to the cuisine of Niğde. It is based on the preparation of a sheep’s head that is cooked using a special method, then cooled, deboned, and served with various herbs and spices. On June 5, 2024, it was registered as a geographical indication (designation of origin) by the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office. This registration certifies that the product can only be produced within the geographical boundaries of Niğde and highlights its cultural

Akyurt Fıtı Çorbası is a traditional soup native to the Akyurt district of Ankara Province in Türkiye, prepared with fıtılık bulgur and rooted in a long-standing culinary heritage. It was officially registered as a geographical indication under the Industrial Property Law No. 6769 by the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office on 24 November 2021. The soup holds a significant place in Akyurt’s culinary culture and is a traditional dish intrinsically linked to its geographical origin.Definition and D