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From Gaziantep to the East Village: Meet the Turkish-American Chefs Changing What 'Middle Eastern Food' Means in America
Food & Culture

From Gaziantep to the East Village: Meet the Turkish-American Chefs Changing What 'Middle Eastern Food' Means in America

A new wave of Turkish and Middle Eastern chefs is quietly transforming the American dining scene — not by abandoning their roots, but by honoring them with a boldness that surprises even their own families. These are the cooks turning childhood memories into Michelin-worthy moments, one plate at a time.

Why Is Gen Z America Obsessed With Turkish TikTok Right Now?
Trends & Social Media

Why Is Gen Z America Obsessed With Turkish TikTok Right Now?

Turkish music is blowing up American For You pages, Middle Eastern beauty trends are dominating Get Ready With Me videos, and nobody seems entirely sure how it happened — but the diaspora definitely has some theories. Here's a breakdown of the cultural moment nobody saw coming.