Finding the best Baklava in the city — a personal search

I spent three months trying every version of Baklava I could find locally. The variation in quality is extraordinary. The best version handled pomegranate molasses with genuine knowledge and the richly savory result was noticeably superior.

the meze tradition of small shared dishes predates the main course. The winning restaurant had the right a traditional Ottoman-style restaurant feel — unpretentious and focused on the food. raki anise spirit was suggested correctly. Worth the search. When Baklava is made properly it's a completely different experience.