Let's try a game of word association: when we say, "exotic gourmet meal," what comes to mind? Likely some market-fresh produce, savory cheeses, rich meats and creamy desserts. What about when we say, "prison food?"
If you think gloppy gruel and mystery meat spooned out of the same vat and plopped onto a tray, we don’t blame you for losing your appetite.
Before you put down your fork, there's a century-old prison in Turkey serving award-winning grub.
Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet — created from a neoclassic prison in the heart of the city — boasts a culinary team talented enough to beat 10 other five-star hotels for the prestigious Ottoman Palace Cuisine Award. Led by Executive Chef Mehmet Gok – the only Turkish Executive Chef in the city – the winning menu showcases Ottoman-era ingredients presented in a modern style.
The best part? The
delectable menu is available to all captive diners. You'll start by sipping thyme juice brewed with lemon and honey, and move on to a platter of stuffed tomatoes, leeks and squash flowers. Next is a selection of manti, a traditional Turkish dumpling, followed by the main course: lamb shank with prune and smoked eggplant purée. For dessert, sink your teeth into a Sultan Cake, made from layers of creamy cheese, dried fruits and honey.
There's only one reasonable verdict:
VisitFour Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet and sample the feast. It'd be a crime not to.
For further information, please contact:
Zeynep Çiftçioglu
Director of Public Relations
Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet
Phone: (90) 212 381 40 00
E-mail:
zeynep.ciftcioglu@fourseasons.com
