Recipes | Ozlem's Turkish Table

I am a home cook and a mother of two small children. I know how difficult it can be to provide a delicious, wholesome meal for the family in a timely and cost effective manner. With this blog, I would like to share with you my tips on cooking/ preparing in advance, making bulk cooking and freezing options, as many Turkish dishes can be successfully frozen and reheated. Turkish cuisine has been my – and many fellow foodies’- life saver to provide healthy, hearty, delicious food for family and friends. I hope the recipes may inspire you.

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Appetizers and Mezes

Cakes and Desserts

Casseroles and Stews

Pasta – Makarna

Pilafs and Rice

Regional Signature Dishes

Roasts and Kebaps

Salads

Savory Pastries

Seafood

Soups

Hosgeldiniz

Welcome to Ozlem's Turkish Table (or as we say in Turkish, "Hosgeldiniz").

I was born and bred in Turkey, and lived there for 30 years. I feel very fortunate to be a part of this rich and welcoming culture. Turkish cuisine is healthy, delicious, affordable and most recipes are very easy to make. Here, I would like to show you how you can recreate these wonderful recipes in your own home. Living in England, I also cook other Mediterranean inspired dishes and some wonderful sweet treats. I hope the recipes may inspire you to have a go!