Niğde cuisine showcased in Istanbul

Niğde's regional culinary traditions were showcased in Istanbul at the Liman restaurant in Galataport. The menu featured authentic flavors prepared by the kitchen team from the Niğde Municipality's Tabal Gastronomy House.

Key items included 'Niğde mavisi' blue mold cheese, mangır soup made with dried apricots and plums, and various local specialties such as Niğde Dermason dried beans, lamb neck keşkek, and Niğde tava. Chef Duran Özdemir, who researches Cappadocia and Niğde cuisines, described himself as a food storyteller, emphasizing the importance of the narratives behind the dishes.