Events
Regional Dinner Series
A Taste of Eastern Anatolia: October 22
Join us at Elma for the fourth evening in our Regional Dinner Series as we explore the bold and deeply rooted cuisine of Eastern Anatolia.
Each dinner in this series explores a different gastronomic region of Türkiye - its traditions, techniques, and the stories carried through its food. These evenings are designed as immersive, guided experiences that go beyond a typical restaurant service.
Shaped by its mountainous geography and harsh climate, where winter temperatures can drop as low as -40 degrees, this region’s cuisine is built on resilience, preservation, and nourishment. Dishes are centered around meat, legumes, dairy, pastries, and endemic herbs, with a strong tradition of preparing for the long winter months.
This dinner will feature a 5-course tasting menu, thoughtfully curated by our Executive Chef, Cenk Akkaya, to reflect the flavors and traditions of the region.
The evening will be enjoyed at communal tables, encouraging conversation, connection, and storytelling - an essential part of Anatolian dining culture.
The evening also includes:
Rakı tasting to open the evening
Turkish coffee service with dessert
House made Acılı Ayran – a savoury spicy yogurt drink
Guided storytelling throughout the experience
This intimate experience has only 20 seats available.
$150 per guest (inclusive of taxes and gratuity)
