Book excerpt: The acclaimed author of Middle Eastern Cookery explores the culinary traditions of Turkey with more than 130 taste-tempting recipes. From internationally acclaimed author Arto der Haroutunian comes A Turkish Cookbook, a lovingly written recipe book packed with traditional stories, poems, and sayings. Turkey is fast becoming one of the most popular tourist destinations, and while famous for its scenic beauty and ancient sites, it undoubtedly owes much of its newfound popularity to the quality and character of its food. With his inimitable talent for combining fascinating anecdotes with mouthwatering recipes, Arto der Haroutunian brings to life the ancient culinary traditions of this huge and varied country. You can recreate the wonderful fish and seafood dishes, the exotic oriental pastries, experiment with different types of kebabs, or prepare a selection of meze. At once a practical cookbook and a fascinating read, A Turkish Cookbook is a splendid introduction to one of the world’s great cuisines.