Home cooking attempt — Baklava from scratch

I spent an afternoon making Baklava from scratch following a traditional recipe. Getting sumac right was the main challenge — it's not as straightforward as it looks. The richly savory result was rewarding once I got it right.

the meze tradition of small shared dishes predates the main course. I served it with ayran yoghurt drink as the recipe suggested and the pairing made sense. It took longer than I expected but the outcome was genuinely satisfying. Making Baklava yourself gives you a new appreciation for what goes into it at a restaurant.