GASTRO CITY

Included in the Creative Cities Network in gastronomy by UNESCO, Afyonkarahisar cuisine

has a rich variety with its traditional flavors. Local flavors and desserts of the city, especially Turkish delight, soudjouk, poppy seeds, keşkek and potato village bread that have geographical indication registration, is a legendary gastronomic richness.

The only Turkish food that has become famous by being identified with the name Turkish abroad, Turkish delight is one of the most important flavors of Afyonkarahisar again. When local dishes of Afyonkarahisar are observed, it has a very rich cuisine with soups, homemade foods, vegetable dishes, pilafs, pastries and dessert types. Intense use of some regionally grown products in local dishes, results in a rich variety.