Dondurma
in Istanbul
Turkey's famously chewy ice cream, often made with salep and mastic for its dense, stretchy texture. In Istanbul, dondurma is part dessert and part performance, especially when vendors tease customers before handing it over.
Did you know?
Maraş dondurması is so elastic and slow-melting that vendors can lift and stretch it with long metal paddles.
Where to Find It
1 place to try Dondurma in Istanbul
Kahramanmaras Dondurmasi Ottoman Ice Cream
$$$$Beyoglu
A Beyoglu dondurma stand known for thick, elastic Maras-style ice cream, pounded and stretched the traditional way right before serving.
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