Vegetarian Turkish cuisine is renowned throughout the world as one of our three greatest cuisines alongside the French and Chinese traditions. From the author and founder of IGA - the Istanbul Gastronomi At�lyesi (Istanbul Gastronomy Workshop) comes this vegetarian appetizer cookbook. Quick and delectable meatless recipes from Turkish culture for the hospitable neighbor and event planner. Though Turkish cuisine has depended on meat products for centuries, traditional Turkish food combines fresh vegetables like eggplant, salads, tomatoes, nuts, fruits, and olive oil. Seasoned with Mediterranean spices and herbs, Vegetarian Turkish cuisine served in these small mezze dishes will liven up every meal and appetizer spread you serve your guests. Try out these recipes and tell us: what do you think of vegetarian Turkish cuisine?