Recipe inspired by Taksim Square's late-night wet burgers. Features garlic and buttery tomato sauce for succulent texture
Fish sandwiches emerged in mid-20th century Istanbul as fishermen sold fresh catch. Name combines "balık" (fish) and "ekmek" (bread). Traditionally served directly from boats in Eminönü square
Founded in 1864 by Hadji İsmail Hakkı Bey in Bahçekapı, Istanbul. Started making sugar candies with dibek stone in basement. First to produce salty pastry called pogaca. Won 12 European medals between 1926 and 1938