10.11.2026 17:41
Greek restaurants are making a striking choice amid the years-long debate between Turkey and Greece over the origin of baklava. Greek restaurants operating in the US source the baklava they serve to their customers from Gaziantep.
Greek restaurants in the US choosing Gaziantep baklava has once again brought the traditional dessert, which has from time to time been a subject of debate between the two countries, to the fore. The sales network stretching from Gaziantep to America has revealed the place of Turkish baklava in international cuisines.
GAZİANTEP BAKLAVA IS SERVED IN GREEK RESTAURANTS
While debates continue between Turkey and Greece over the origin of baklava, the choice of Greek restaurants in the US drew attention. The Turkish company also sends its geographically indicated registered baklava produced in Gaziantep to Greek restaurants in America. Thus, Gaziantep's traditional flavor meets customers in establishments where Greek cuisine is served. The preference for Gaziantep baklava in Greek restaurants also shows that the product is not limited to Turkish restaurants. The fact that establishments appealing to different culinary cultures buy baklava from Gaziantep strengthens the place of the registered product in the international market.
THE BAKLAVA JOURNEY FROM GAZİANTEP TO AMERICA
Adnan Yılmaz, the US distributor of the Turkish company, is expanding the sales network of Gaziantep baklava in America thanks to the work he carries out with restaurants in different states and regions. The baklava prepared in Gaziantep is delivered to various restaurants through the distributor. Videos showing the deliveries made to restaurants also reveal these commercial activities. The footage includes the delivery of baklava sent from Gaziantep to America to restaurants. The sales made by the Turkish brand with Greek restaurants show that Gaziantep baklava has also found a place for itself in the cuisines of different countries.
A STRIKING CHOICE WHILE THE ORIGIN OF BAKLAVA IS DEBATED
Baklava is among the traditional desserts that hold an important place in the culinary cultures of Turkey and Greece. While debates over the origin of the dessert occasionally occur between the two countries, the fact that Greek restaurants in the US directly buy baklava produced in Gaziantep stands out as a striking detail.