i love istanbul, Turkish cuisine, Turkish people, their kindness..There is something special about Turkish hospitality!!... all amazing 💕 ❤️ TURKEY is really hidden heaven 💕❤️

Apologies for the length! But you brought tears to my eyes, literally, so I couldn't help it. First of all, I haven't seen what I grew up calling shorgham turshu in at least 40 years... My father waited all year for the season to come to make it, and then for it to ferment. We ate the pieces with either yogurt or sour cream, but all he cared about was the drink. And then the michov kufte--wow. Someone really, really knows what they're doing to make the outer part that thin. I can remember my father talking about how women would make that for him and his family when there was a potential marriage in the air. I'm still nowhere near good enough to make the kufte like the ones you showed; I make sini kufte instead. And now, my very Danish partner, whom I kidnapped from DK when he was 33, makes a beautiful sini kufte, as well as many other Armenian dishes, and he is a baker, so I'm totally spoiled with two very different and gorgeous baking traditions. Thank you so much for all those beautiful memories -- I'll be smiling all day.

I'm so happy that u finally brought your viewers to a restaurant! Turkey's food standard is high , things are very clean and portions are very generous. Vegetarians will have no problem because Turkish cuisine is very flexible to accommodate vegetarians. Next time u need to bring us to pazar! Turkey has the best tomatoes !! I'm going Türkiye soon again , mutluyum !

When I was in turkey I was amazed ,if you are talking to someone you have never met in 10 minutes they are inviting you home for food, most hospital people in the universe. May your God bless and keep you.

Burak abi bu videoda iyi doydu :) ülkenin mutfağını böyle tanıtan güzel insanlar olması güzel

Türk yemeklerini, Türk içeceklerini, Türkiye'yi ve Türk insanlarını seviyorum! Çok teşekkür ederim. Ben oraya seyahat etmek istiyorum, biz yemek paylaşacağız inşallah. I am still a beginner student in Turkish, so pardon any mistakes please. I liked this style of video, I don't know if you have other vlogs, but it would be a nice addition to the kitchen videos!

I am lucky to have travelled a significant part of the world (cabin crew). Without a doubt, Turkey is my favourite country and Istanbul is my dream city.

Refika, thank you for sharing...Turkey is an amazing country, very friendly people and cuisine. I've been visiting for the past 35 years 🇹🇷❤️

Man, I miss Turkey. Love the food, the people, the nature. Such an awesome and beautiful country! Love from Ukraine.

Rafika- start doing/sponsoring food tours for tourists in Istanbul- we all will come!! Pleeeeeeeease!

I sometimes have imaginary conversations with Refika, Burak and Bahar when I cook the recipes on this channel in my kitchen! The entire team who runs this channel has such wonderful warm energy!

Refinance should open a travel business in her home town giving people food tours of Turkey. That kind of meal is always a special occasion.

Oh!! My poor little mouth wouldn't stop leaking with all that fabulous Mouth-watering delicacies you guys are eating😋. When in London, Turkish restaurant is the only place I love to eat because its always fresh vegetables, lamb meat, fish...... And healthy. Your place is beautiful, I'll love to come to your country. I've never been there and thanks for sharing those beautiful places and moments in the restaurant.😀 Lots of ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Stay blessed in God's grace 🙏🏿 Peace ✌️✌️And 💓💓love.

Thank you the food looked amazing. My husband and I spent a few weeks in Turkey in the 1980's. We ate like royalty (which was rare for backpackers). Ah the kebabs and breads!

Refika assuring us that no food is wasted. I adore people who love and respect food.

OMG you made me so hungry that I ordered supper for my husband and I from a shwarma restaurant. They have a family platter with beef kebabs, chicken kebabs, koftas all with pickles, cucumbers, tomatoes, tabouleh, rice, potatoes etc. I am stuffed and we still have enough for 2 more meals :)

I just discovered your channel. Your enthusiasm, knowledge, and videos are compelling. As someone who enjoys cooking and watching cooking videos, you’re one of the best out there. You’re a great ambassador for Turkey through your videos and recipes. I can’t wait to try some of your recipes.

İstanbul, Turkey for that matter is one of my most favorite places in the world. The people are wonderful and the food is incredible…enjoy!

Refika and company, I want to visit Istanbul and hang out with you guys. Not only do you look like you're having a lot of fun, but you all seem to be so warm and kind as well! There is something special about Turkish hospitality!!

Wow! That made my dinner of fried eggs on toast with chilli look ridiculous. Wish I'd been at your table instead. What a spread!

Canım ülkemin yemeklerinin yerini hiçbir şey tutamaz. Sana Çok teşekkür ederim bu güzellikleri dünyaya öğrettiğin için.

I was a bit frosty towards Barrack at first but now o have warmed up to him with a passion , love you Barrack ♥️♥️♥️☺️☺️☺️☺️☺️♥️♥️

I love how Refika is so conscientious when it comes to plastics and packaging. Yes, let's all pitch in to save the Earth. I'm an Environmental Scientist and a home cook as well.

I had a fabulous time and some wonderful food in Istanbul, I was lucky enough to go with Turkish friends who were able to take me to all the best places to eat. Karniyarik is my all time favourite meal.

Fantastic spread, so enjoyed the excursion. Only been to Istanbul airport unfortunately. I am an adventurous cook and have started my Turkish delight with your Chanel, I have made quite a few of your dishes, so far with rave reviews:) You are all so friendly and natural. In my opinion your cooking channel is exceptional! Love from Northern Ireland

Burak's face is priceless each time he takes a bite. Lovely!

For many years I have wanted to travel to Turkey because it is the country that is in the middle of two continents. When I discovered some soap operas on youtube, I was very surprised by the quality of them, and the various real scenarios used in the filming. Very beautiful places and full of culture. Thank you for your wonderful recipes and for showing us the richness of Turkish food. Hugs from Portugal!

I am so envious!!!! Always loved the look of Turkish food, my mouth always waters when I imagine how delicious it must taste! 😛😋😋😋

OMG - I am drooling. I return to Istanbul in 28 days - not that I am counting! I was there at CHristmas time and coming back in 28 days and then I will be looking for a place to live = I need a break and maybe retirement place with good friends there or Adana/Mersin! Thanks for sharing!!

I was collecting water in my mouth, when I saw this fantastic video. Most of the food I know already from my multiple visits to Turkey and I love them all. Thank you for the beautiful video!

I ate peymacun when I lived in Istanbul (I’m pescatarian), I’d get it at a place on Mühürdar Caddesi a lot cause I lived in Moda, it was on my way home from the ferry. Maybe Bahar just misses the real thing, now that I can get soy meat easily, I make it at home with that instead of with beyaz peynir, just cause I prefer it. 🤷🏻‍♀️

Oh my gosh! I love this so much. I feel like I’m going to cry with happiness. There is a Turkish restaurant by my friend’s house. I will go every day until I eat everything!

Thanks for sharing your culture and food. I know so little of Turkey. It’s always a pleasure to learn how people around the world imagine food.

I love all your videos but I think this is my favorite one so far! It was like sitting around the table and having lunch with all of you. Thank you for what you do! You are amazing. That is for you Refika, you Burak, you Bahar and everyone at Refika's Kitchen!

That looks like such a lovely spread to share with friends. I love this kind of video; it feels so casual and cozy that I can almost imagine sitting at the table with everyone.

Amazed at how many dishes I recognized from watching Refika teach us how to make them!! Thank you! 🙏🏽

Refika this has made my day completely! I can't wait to come to Turkey; and I hope one day soon it will happen for me! I LOVE THIS VIDEO! Thank you for showing us Turkish cuisine and please keep on doing so! Turkish cuisine is the MOST AMAZING in the world!

In Other Words, The Closest Thing to Gastronomic Heaven Is In Middle East Cuisines

REMARKABLE video! I just LOVE to see restaurants there. Thank you SO much for expanding your reach and educating us all.

Without a doubt Turkish cuisine is one of the tastiest in the world.

My saliva are falling down like london bridge 😆 yummy food! Sending Love feom Philippines

Great video! I would definitely love to see more food blogs around Istanbul to see real world applications of Turkey's cuisine :)

Literally every thing on that table looked delicious

I made the mistake of watching this while waiting for my bread to finish prooving for a kebab. Now I am shouting at it like a cheerleader.

My crazy friend Max bought into a Brazilian bar and grill there, live music and dancing from South America. In the heart of Istanbul at some posh hotel, crazy man. I did not realise so many Jews are in Istanbul, massive community. Great to see all living together, Christians too of course.

I LOVED this! Please do this again! I watch videos from a young couple that go to many places in the world and eat local food. They’re why I started following your channel because they have been to Turkey several times and they drank apple tea. I don’t even drink tea but am enchanted with apple tea. It looks amazing! I shared your video for lentil bread with my daughter and she made it and said it was wonderful!

Bahar's expressions are always lovely and hilarious😍😂

Istanbul is one of the most fascinating cities I've ever been to. I really enjoyed this video; it made me realize I'm long overdue for another visit to Turkey.

I LOVE you guys! Love how conscious you are about waste, be it food or packaging! Love your recipes too! I started watching so I could make food for my fiancé to help connect him to his roots but I’ve stayed because I adore everyone on the channel! ❤️❤️🥰🥰❤️❤️

I'm drooling! Everything looks great! Best regards from Durango, Mexico.

Inshallah, we will return to Turkey for a fourth time, and eat like sultans and sultanas again!

I love this new type of content !!! Would love to visit Istanbul and try the delicious food. Thank you Refrika and team ❤️❤️❤️

That bread 3:25 looks amazing.... Plz teach us how to make that Refika.

Refika hanım yaptıklarınız İngiliz ce konuşmanız beni biraz daha hayran bıraktı çok teşekkür ediyorum yemek yemeyi deyil yapmayı daha çok seviyorum neyazıkki malzemeler elektrik daha doğrusu herşey çok pahalı olduğu için yapılması zor oluyor aşçı değilim evde birşeyler yapmaya çalışıyor um emekliyim keşke okurken aşçılık okulu olsaydı büyüklerimiz çocukken lokantaya verselerdi okuyacan dediler liseyi okuduk sonra fabrika

Istanbul is one of my favorite cities. Fell in love with it, both times I was there. Hoping to visit again! Xx

That's my kind of table!! Hello from Canada! Enjoy in good health always! Love you guys ❤❤❤

I am always amazed by the many ways you prepare vegetable. Especially egg plants. That hummus dish looks like something bubbling right from the oven. I am looking forward to see your recipe.

It certainly looks like you enjoyed a spectacular afternoon. I hope I can bring my daughters to Turkey one day to enjoy the sunshine, architecture, and delicious food. I've made quite a few of your recipes for them, and they always very happily eat all of it! Thank you!

Refika harikasın tek kelimeyle.

a free virtual flight to the Beautiful Turkey thanks Refika😊

Always impressed to see the diversity of turkish food

Yay, more of this please….

Please, please more restaurant trips! Please dessert trips! This is wonderful. I learned so much!

Fabulous to see you out there in the wild eating beautiful food and enjoying friendship and life.

Yummmmm…… I can’t wait to visit Istanbul again and eat kebab!

I want to go out with the whole team!! So much fun watching you interact.

Keep doing such videos in-between Food looks so tempting

I must must must make my way to Turkey somehow someway someday. I love the energy and joy of every one of you. There was not a single item on that table that I wouldn’t eat. And the beauty of Turkey takes my breath away.

Es ist unglaublich. Was sie da machen... Schmeckt wunderbar... Sieht so lecker aus...

I really love istanbul..:)amazing place, delicious foods, historical places,and friendly people. Looking forward to visit this place again and again.. 😍

Again, Refika and friends, a thousand thanks for your inspiration. Watching this episode inspires me to cook up a storm. Love your shows.

Amazing food and cuisine in Istanbul 💕❤️ from Johannesburg South Africa

Okay! If i come to Instanbul, you have to be my tour guide, you are so much fun!!!,

Yum. Yum. Yum. Fermenting is always interesting. It can really transform 'meh' foods. Fresh turkish bread is another level.

My lucky brother Burak: handsome, funny and his woman so obviously loves him.

Dear Refika; I am very confident in your taste, who does this job on purpose, with very good dexterity. Continue with the presentations like this.

Wonderful video. I never once thought you would waste the extra food. It would be a joy to share that time with your group and of course the yummy food!

Burak enjoyed this! Everything looks fresh and delicious. More aubergine, please!

I am going to Istanbul in a few weeks. IT will be my first time there. I am so looking forward to my trip.

So many yummy dishes. Taking leftovers home is a great idea. We should not waste anything.

This was one of the best videos I have seen on your canal. Of course, I like all your work guys, but seeing you enjoying yourself while showing us a kebab restaurant and all those wonderful dishes was amazing.

I would love for you guys to make this video for desserts. This one was amazing.

Ah man! that was so mean. I was drooling just watching

you make me miss Istanbul so much. O kadar özledim anlatamam... Çok sağolun. Afiyet şeker olsun

So missing our trips to Turkey! I am off work this week. On the one warm day we have, I will have to make some kebab and lavish! Time for an ayran.

This I like very much you going out in the streets. I really have been wanting to go to Istanbul.😍. Anyway I want to say Oh My God I am salivating watching this in bed before I go to sleep 😂. I mean you have no idea. God bless Turkey. Why would anyone ever leave with that gorgeous delicious food and eating with friends. Wow! Greetings from US.

We are really looking forward to be back in Turkey this year…wonderful people, wonderful places and wonderful cuisine😍 I love your video and your recommendation of the Kebab location 👍 thank you very much and greetings from Germany.

Burak holding the shish like a sword, while stuffing his mouth is the funniest thing I have seen today!

my brother and his children should all be here in july, think i might make some of these for a family meal. thank you x

Hello Refika, Thanks for presenting Turkish cuisine in such a warm way; you are representing how exactly it would feel to be there in Istanbul and eating like a local. Many thanks to your lovely team as well, delight to see them and we would like to see them taking more part in front of the camera!! Sevgili Refika, Londra dan selamlar, bu kadar guzel videolar icin seni ve takim arkadaslarini tebrik ederim, tum yabanci tanidiklarima videolariniz yolladim. Hepinizin ellerine saglik, muhtesemsiniz!!! Sevgiler ve yolunuz daha da acik olsun! 👏👏👏👏👏

Thanks very much for being a wonderful ambassador for our great kitchen with your team and showing our culture. These videos are priceless advertisement for us. You guys are awesome and real. Thanks very much from the bottom of my heart.

Thank you for sharing, love Turkish food. Wish to visit Turkey some time soon. Love your videos and your way of showing your culture to us.

This is NOT a broadcast for 9 pm…..oh my gosh, this makes me so hungry, I feel like I haven’t eaten in a week. ❤️🔥🙌🏼

Thank you for showing your beautiful country and delicious food. Always enjoy your videos.

Omg that looks so delicious 😍. I don't recommend watching this video on an empty stomach 😅

I love kebab meat!!! However, those roasted veggies look just as amazing, if not more 😍

I can't wait to visit Istanbul. Your channel has been preparing me for a wonderful gastronomical experience!

The entire table looks beyond amazing ! Soooo hungry now!!

Simply loved the experience to see your beautiful culture. I live in a city in South Africa which have Ottoman connections. Our oldest Mosque in the City of Port Elizabeth, were build with funding from your Country many years ago. We have a very small Turkish Community here. Thank you for sharing our recipes and experiences with us, much appreciated. Take care and stay safe. Jolanda.

A thoroughly enjoyable video! A visual symphony! I could almost imagine the smells and textures, and so colorful. Enjoyed seeing you all enjoying the food! I’ll be trying some of your recipes! Thank you!