Sofia, Bulgaria – In celebration of UNESCO’s World Breakfast Day, the Turkish Embassy Residence in Sofia hosted a special event to introduce Bulgaria to the rich traditions of Turkish breakfast culture. Lecturer Z. Ceren Akkök from Gökçeada School of Applied Sciences’ Department of Gastronomy and Culinary Arts represented Türkiye, offering guests an immersive taste of authentic Turkish morning flavors.

Event Highlights:

• Cultural Diplomacy on the Table:

  • Organized with the support of the Turkish Embassy in Sofia and local gastronomy communities.

  • Featured a lavish spread of classic Turkish breakfast items, including:
    ✓ Cheese varieties (beyaz peynir, kaşar, tulum)
    ✓ Menemen (scrambled eggs with tomatoes and peppers)
    ✓ Gözleme (savory stuffed flatbread)
    ✓ Su böreği (flaky pastry layers)
    ✓ Specialties: Turkish sucuk, pişi (fried dough), sigara böreği (cigar-shaped pastries), pastırma (cured beef), and katmer (sweet layered pastry).

• Academic Representation:
  Lecturer Z. Ceren Akkök educated attendees on the cultural significance of Turkish breakfast rituals and regional variations. Her contributions earned a Certificate of Appreciation from the Turkish Embassy officials.

Why It Matters:

✓ Promotes Turkish culinary heritage on an international platform.
✓ Strengthens cultural and academic ties between Türkiye and Bulgaria.
✓ Highlights GUBY’s role in global gastronomy outreach.