Exciting Cooking Competition in Istanbul

Today in Istanbul's Alibeyköy district, a cooking competition hosted by Tuğba showcased ambitious recipes while also modernizing traditional dishes. The host, Kadir, along with the contestants, frequently debated various culinary issues including mishaps in the kitchen and the flavor of the dishes. The menu featured chicken broth with milk soup, leek Albanian pie, spinach gratin with béchamel sauce, forest kebab, and trilece dessert. However, the especially undercooked Albanian pie and the oven not reaching the desired temperature became hot topics of discussion. Despite Tuğba’s experience, she faced obsessive criticism. While her competitors critiqued some of the dishes, they paid considerable attention to details outside the inner fillings and presentations. Ultimately, the efforts to present the best possible meal while respecting traditional recipes and addressing shortages were clearly observed throughout the competition.