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Published: American TurkNetwork Magazine, Washington DC, December 2025 , "CULINARY CHRONICLES " This year, the Turkish community received a remarkable gift from the 44th Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF), featuring a young Turkish-American producer. In this article, I would like to highlight the film, A Welcome Distraction, and share the success story of its production team with TurkNetwork readers. Writer and Director Brian Daniel Johnson, along with producers Did

Published: American TurkNetwork Magazine, Washington DC, November 2025 , "CULINARY CHRONICLES " According to Confucius, “The world is built upon two sciences: earth science and celestial science.” He wasn’t wrong. Earth and celestial sciences can be a great inspiration at work. In 2018, during my time as an advisor at Baskent University TGA, one of my favorite projects was about Pompeii Bread. The bread that had carbonized and retained its original shape in Pompeii, the city

Published: American TurkNetwork Magazine, Washington DC, September 2025 , "CULINARY CHRONICLES " The real estate sector can be pretty dynamic, with trends, seasons, interest rates, and economic shifts all playing a role. A realtor plays a crucial role in helping us navigate the renting, buying, and selling process, which can be either rewarding or challenging. Especially skilled real estate brokers have the ability to observe you, your choices, profession, and economic status

Published: American TurkNetwork Magazine, Washington DC, July 2025 , "CULINARY CHRONICLES " Why do we need laws to eat our delicious meals? From farm to table, our food system is governed by numerous laws and regulations that protect consumers and ensure food safety. Here are key areas that impact our daily lives. Food Safety and Security: As everyone is aware, producers, restaurants and markets are subject to health codes and liability for food poisoning cases, as well as h

Published: American TurkNetwork Magazine, Washington DC, January 2025 , "CULINARY CHRONICLES " I want to start with something funny: There is a little girl. She asked her mother how the human race began. She explained how God created Adam and Eve, they had children, and so on and on, and here we are today. A few weeks later, she asked her father the same question. He explained, "Many, many years ago, there were monkeys; little by little, they became more like people, and here

Published: American TurkNetwork Magazine, Washington DC, November 2024 , "CULINARY CHRONICLES " Our perceptions can be tricked and utilized for better health outcomes. The taste sensation is a fascinating world. Let's dive into the impact of the food's cooking style, shape, and color and how the elements support the fight against chronic diseases through dietary patterns. I want to share my experiences and summarize some studies in the resources section. What is "taste sensat

Published: American TurkNetwork Magazine, Washington DC, May 2024 , "CULINARY CHRONICLES " The teacher examines the students' works in the art class, John's drawing paper is empty. His teacher asks. What's this? I drew a picture of a tiny worm on a rose, Where is the worm? The nightingale landed on the rose and ate it. The nightingale does not appear either He flew away when he ate the worm. If we want to be as creative in the kitchen as John in the story, we must know the re

Published: American Turkish Association of Washington DC (ATADC), ATA News, July-September 2024 , "THE JOY OF FOOD" Some cultures in ancient Mesopotamia believed that the year had two beginnings: spring and autumn. Hence the celebration of the autumnal equinox. This period is also called "the time of renewal" or "purification." Harvests are over, and new preparations begin. The temperature difference between day and night increases. Maintaining your body temperature with the

Published: American Turkish Association of Washington DC (ATADC), ATA News, April-June 2024 , "THE JOY OF FOOD" The summer solstice is coming. And a fragile dance between weather phenomenon and our bodies reaction needs to be balanced through our nutrition. Imagine where the Earth is on June 21st. During the summer in the North Hemisphere, it's crucial to ensure we get the necessary minerals, vitamins, and water. After the shortest night, the winds that will change the season

Published: American Turkish Association of Washington DC (ATADC), ATA News, July 2025 , "THE JOY OF FOOD" I love all seasons, each of them has its own special gifts for us. Summertime is especially special to me, because it has turning point dates for both countries: July 4th for the US, August 30th for Türkiye. “Independence”. Just like nations, there are time periods in history when kitchens are born, liberated, and developed. When you plant a seed in the heart of your kitc