🇹🇷 Ottoman Palace Cuisine by Hagia Sophia - Beyond Just Kebabs!
Move over kebabs, Turkey has royal delicacies too! ✨ Discovered Matbah - a Michelin-recommended restaurant serving authentic Ottoman palace cuisine you won't find in regular eateries. 🍯 Honey Heaven Starter Sailor's Roll with Honey - Proof that Turks worship honey! 🐝 This warm appetizer is crispy, sweet perfection. 🍃 Star Vegetarian Main Tuffahiye (Apple Stuffed) Slow-roasted with celery, onions, scallions & apple vinegar - the perfect sweet-sour balance! 🍏 🦉 Quail Masterpiece Quail in Garden Eggplant with Basil Sauce Tender quail braised in pepper-honey-olive oil 🫒 with fresh basil, served alongside smoky roasted eggplant 🍆 - royal comfort food! 🍇 Signature Stuffed Leaves Vine Leaves with Sour Cherries & Pine Nuts The pickled grape leaves wrap around fluffy rice, tart cherries & crunchy pine nuts - elevated street food! ✨ Magical Setting Just steps from Hagia Sophia, you'll dine to the sound of Blue Mosque's call to prayer 🕌🎶. Pro Tips: • Walk-ins welcome (but book for window seats with views!) • Full menu photos attached 📸 • Reserve via Google Maps - super convenient! #TurkeyTravel #TurkishCuisine #FoodieHeaven #OttomanFood #MichelinEats #HagiaSophiaEats