Traditional Anatolian Ceremonial Dishes Geleneksel Anadolu Tören Yemekleri

Abstract

Turkish Cuisine has developed by its environment and combined with the characteristics of different cultures to form the rich food culture of today. On the other hand, traditions, religious beliefs and lifestyle with a structure that enriches the culinary culture of Turkey. Birth, marriage, death and other special days related to these events have very important place in the traditions of Turks and these days have influenced the culinary culture. They carry out many social functions such as bringing people together, strengthening social ties, reinforcing common values, keeping traditions alive and transferring them to future generations. The meals served during realization of these activities constitute the basis for culinary cultures which are among the important cultural elements. In this research, the traditions carried from past to present, the customs applied in the ceremonies such as birth, wedding and death and the food culture specific to these days in Anatolia were compiled.