Testimonials
"Samur's book will captivate and delight not only your taste buds, but all of your culinary senses
as well. Her love of cooking native foods is apparent and contagious and soon you will find yourself
thinking of her dreamy concoctions at the oddest moments, perhaps as you sign up for belly dancing
lessons."
Patricia Hamilton, author, "California Healthy", www.parkplacepublications.com
"Bravo to Umit Samur for creating this wonderful cookbook! A guide to Mediterranean cooking with easy
to read recipes....accompanied by beautiful photographs of the Turkish life. Thank you Umit."
Rebecca Tait
"Eggplant? Zucchini? The way my Mom made them? No thanks! Soooo bland! Then I tried the Mediterranean
recipes in this cookbook. Wow! What a difference the right recipe can make! Zesty! (Sorry Mom)"
Jim F.
"Umit's cookbook is user friendly and recipes are easy to follow. Umit has displayed her cooking
economically and wisely. You do not have to go through a series of cooking classes to learn the art
of Turkish Cooking. Thank you Umit for catering party needs and sharing your gift of recipes with my
friends."
Danette Roberts, Owner of NewKid Marketing and Vice President of Bleakmore Properties, LLC.
"This is one of my absolute favorite cook books. I am very impressed with its writing which is very
clear and not complex. The recipes are largely practical. They contain everyday ingredients which are not
difficult to find.The author uses recipes for every taste. I would really recommend this beautiful book
to anybody who loves to cook or wants to experience very delicious, healthy and easy.to.make Turkish
recipes."
Ilge Ozersen Monterey, CA
"We loved your cookbook. The recipes make us wish for our days in Turkey and remember all the
fantastic dishes. You've provided a wide range of delicious dishes that are very authentic yet
easy to make. Good luck!"
Michelle and James
"I had the opportunity to taste Umit's delicious dessert at the Zonta Monterey's
potluck Christmas party, and while working on her website. I don't like eating desserts that are too sweet. But,
Umit's just had the right sweetness. My daughters also love the cigarette borek with the
cheese, and the cake with dried figs and walnuts. I am also grateful for meeting Umit as
a customer and as a very sweet friend."
Marimer Panganiban, Webmaster of HappyHearteating.com