Turkish Delights are a well-known confection around the world which, as the name would imply, is produced in Turkey. Interestingly enough, the origin of Turkish Delights is debated, with some sources claiming it was originated in the Ottoman Empire, but others claiming it may have been in the Persian Empire. There is no contention, however, that Turkey itself is the heart of the Turkish Delight industry, and it has been the main producer of such delicious confections since the 1700s.
Turkish Delights are almost like gummies, but softer in consistency when bitten into. I really love them! Many times they are flavored with rosewater, which I find to be absolutely delicious. When I would visit Iran as a child, I loved going to the local market and buying Turkish Delights imported in from Turkey. There were even special Iranian spins on Turkish Delights that were sold. I have also seen Turkish Delights being sold at cultural events in Washington D.C. It’s interesting seeing a piece of Turkey and Turkish culture being distributed everywhere all over the world!
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