Turkey is one of the world's major citrus producers and exporters. In the 2015/2016 harvest season, Turkey exported around 3.8 million metric tons of citrus fruits, including lemons, oranges, grapefruits, and mandarins. The citrus industry is worth nearly $1 billion annually based on average production of 3.5 million tons, with about one-third of production being exported. A key organization promoting Turkish citrus is the Turkish Citrus Promotion Group, which works to increase domestic and international demand by highlighting the quality, nutrition, and brand of "Product of Turkey."

1. WHY TURKISH CITRUS?CITRUS FRUITS ARE PRODUCED IN TURKEY WITH
UTMOST CARE AND EXPORTED TO MANY COUNTRIES
DUE TO THEIR SUPERIOR QUALITY AND TAST
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Citrus Perfumes: The Choice of Top Stars
T
he fresh scents of
lemon, bergamot,
tangerine, grapefruit
and orange with en-
ergetic, refreshing,
sweet and tangy notes add vital-
ity and positive energy to your
spirit. And you should never un-
derestimate the power of per-
fumes that capture the power of
the sun in their notes. Perfumes
that feature citrus notes exude a
positive energy both to you and
to everyone around you. This
energy actually comes from a
molecule called octanol, which
is what is responsible for the cit-
rus aroma. It is hard to claim
that octanol is the only reason
for the citrus aroma, however.
These aromatic plants generally
exude a combination of scents
and octanol is but one of the
molecules that gives its char-
acteristic scent to citrus fruits
like lemons. Oranges, grape-
fruit, tangerines, bergamot or
lemons… You can feel the re-
freshing and delicious tastes of
these solar fruits deep in your
skin. Many world–famous stars
are fans of citrus-scented per-
fumes. You can also use citrus
scents to enlighten and boost
your spirit. Which famous stars
use the same perfume you do
and which beautiful star might
inspire you?
Amanda Seyfried uses Bv-
lgari’s Unisex Green Tea per-
fume. Italian bergamot, Tuni-
sian bitter orange and Spanish
Famous stars cannot keep their hands off their citrus perfumes… Get ready to walk
through the favourite choices of stars who charm and enchant people with their beauty
orange blossom are among the
diverse notes of this perfume,
which captures the clean and
fresh aroma of green tea and
orange. This perfume’s exqui-
site scent will add vitality and
freshness to your life. Chanel is
a popular favourite… Rita Ora is
a devout Chanel fan, too. Chanel
Chance’s sweet and spicy scent
will turn heads with its high
notes such as brilliant pink pep-
per, pineapple, and lemon. Em-
ma Stone is another Chanel
fan! Emma’s first choice among
Chanel perfumes is Chanel GAR-
DÉNIA, which captures the com-
bination of jasmine, orange blos-
som, patchouli, sandalwood
and musk in a single bottle. In-
troduced in 1925 as a timeless
flowery scent, this perfume is
a perfect choice for you. If the
sweet and delicious tangerine
is among your favourite citrus
fruits, then you can should inspi-
ration from Blake Lively. This fa-
mous actress loves to wear The
Beat by Burberry, which com-
bines bergamot, tangerine and
other flowery notes.
Gucci’s Flora starts with cit-
rus notes and peaks with the
scents of peonies, roses, osman-
thus blossoms, and pink pepper!
Julianne Hough can hardly get
enough of this perfume, which
has an elegant and light aroma.
Each scent embodies a character
in essence. In other words, the
scents you choose reflect your
character. Ü
Amanda
Seyfried
LEMONS, ORANGES, GRAPEFRUITS,
TANGERINES... THEY ALL GROW
ABUNDANTLY IN TURKEY. LET’S GIVE
THEM A CLOSER LOOK
GET TO KNOW
TURKISH
CITRUS FRUITS

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S
pecific climatic
conditions and
produced and
will be trans-
ported to other
parts of the country to fol-
low up the logistics of the
remaining fruit and veg-
etable producers who are
the most important task of
the country. Turkey con-
sists of regions inhabited
by very different climate,
and this raises a high lev-
el of diversity of agricultur-
al products. For example,
the Mediterranean coast
of the Mediterranean cli-
mate is seen grown logis-
tics of products such as or-
ange and lemon are among
the most important of lo-
gistics. the healthy and the
transport and storage con-
ditions on the quality of the
food, our most basic needs
is very important.
Turkey’s exports of citrus
fruits and vegetables it has
an important place. Vege-
tables Turkey logisticians
showing sensitivity about
all kinds of fruit logistics,
summer and winter set
Termoking +4 degrees in
the fresh fruit and vegeta-
bles logistics vehicles with
the system, natural vege-
tables and fruits are deliv-
ered to consumers quality.
Especially in the cultivation
of citrus in the world, with
many suitable climatic and
ecological conditions, Tur-
key, International citrus lo-
gistics in the health trove
of fruit in the transport
and storage process un-
til it reaches the consum-
er from production are also
working seriously to ensure
keeping accurate degree.
Citrus, which has an impor-
tant place in the production
and export of Turkey, there
are 84.2% of citrus produc-
tion in the Mediterranean
region. The Mediterrane-
an and the Aegean region,
the citrus fruits are grown
in coastal areas, after the
apples and grapes grown
and also is one of the most
exports of fruit. When the
commercial point of view in
the world and in Turkey, or-
anges, lemons, mandarins
and grapefruit production
are becoming one of the
most wild species.
In Turkey, citrus groves
covers an area of ​​approx-
imately 127 342 hectares
and the main production
centers, lemon produc-
tion 81% of of 95.6% of the
grapefruit production, 53%
of orange production, which
occurred in 72.2% of tange-
rine production Cukurova,
Mersin, Adana and Hatay
is located in the region. Hy-
persensitivity is shown in
refrigerated storage and
production of quality fruit.
Each fruit can be stored
at a certain temperature
and the relative humidity
comes the best way. In fact,
the optimum storage re-
quest of the same fruit va-
rieties are grown and can
vary depending on environ-
mental conditions. If you
provide optimum condi-
tions provided how well the
storage of fruits and vegeta-
bles but each has the abil-
ity to withstand a certain
time. At the end of this pe-
riod of time specific to each
product, stored product, it
loses quality quickly and
completely broken. In cold
storage, fruit is a limited
service life, the most impor-
tant factor in cold storage,
the storage temperature. As
a general principle, the stor-
age temperature, storage of
the fruit or vegetable has
a freezing point above 1-2
° C. Thus, cold storage re-
mains alive and fresh fruit
are kept at the proper tem-
perature without freezing.
Especially in the cold stor-
age of fruits hygiene stand-
ards are maintained at the
highest level, storage areas
are controlled by food engi-
neers regularly. Ü
The importance of logistics in terms of healthy consumption of fruits
and vegetables is great. Especially the citrus fruit storage, handling
and precision of a delicate position because of the heat
T
raders and
w h o l e s a l e r s
readily buy
these goods –
which include
oranges, tangerines and
mandarins, lemons, pome-
los and grapefruits – and
pass them on to markets
and fruit shops in the UAE,
where they are presented
to their best advantage.
To put it into perspec-
tive, Turkey exported
around 3.8 million met-
ric tonnes of citrus in the
2015/2016 harvest season,
with lemons represent-
ing 38 per cent of the total
amount of exported citrus,
followed by oranges (32
per cent), grapefruit and
pomelos (29 per cent) and
mandarins (1 per cent), ac-
cording to Turkey’s Medi-
terranean Exporters Asso-
ciation (AKIB).
Traditionally, Russia is
Turkey’s most important
export destinations with
20 per cent of total orange
exports and almost half of
the total mandarin exports
going there, but the Middle
East is catching up. Besides
the UAE, in the Middle East
Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and
Iraq are the largest import-
ers of Turkish citrus, led by
oranges and lemons, AKIB
data shows.
Of late, the Middle East’s
share of total exports has
increased as Turkish trad-
ers shifted focus to make
up for lost exports to Rus-
sia during an almost one-
year-long import ban
owing to political compli-
cations, which was recent-
ly lifted.
Currently, exporters and
the Turkish government
are in talks with various
countries in the Middle
East in order to foster ties
in citrus trade. One of the
initiatives is the Turkish
Citrus Promotion Group,
which is aiming to increase
the domestic and interna-
tional demand for Turk-
ish citrus, and strengthen
the status of the sector in
existing markets by high-
lighting the ‘Product of
Turkey’ brand. It has also
been working to find alter-
native markets, and visited
the UAE earlier this year
and held meetings in Abu
Dhabi and Dubai, with vis-
its to wholesale fruit and
vegetable market halls in
both emirates.
“The UAE is a long-term
important partner for Tur-
key and the Turkish Cit-
rus Promotion Group,” said
the association’s Chair-
man Ali Kavak. “We have
been holding meetings
with leading regional sec-
tor representatives, and
additional meetings have
been organised with im-
portant retail companies
and chain stores in order
to discuss the citrus trade
and the regional parame-
ters of the industry.”
From feedback during
the visit, the group found
that the image of Turk-
ish citrus was remarka-
bly positive, particular-
ly in terms of quality and
pricing. This makes fur-
ther expansion of Turk-
ish citrus export activities
to the UAE highly likely,
even more so as improve-
ments are made in the ar-
eas of logistics and trans-
port planning, and Turkey
is preparing to create more
regional trade bases in the
UAE and beyond.
With regard to citrus
prices, Turkey’s exporters
strive to keep them com-
petitive as price is seen as
the most effective varia-
ble. Offering lower prices
at the same or even higher
quality level than its main
competitors in the Middle
East citrus export market
– namely Spain, Cyprus,
Greece, Egypt, Morocco
and South Africa – gives
Turkey a definite competi-
tive edge. This is combined
with the UAE’s trade reg-
ulations and a favourable
customs regime, making
the UAE predestined as a
trading and re-export hub
for Turkish citrus. Ü
Turkey is one of the major citrus exporters in the world, and enjoys
a long-lasting trade relationship in these fruits with the United Arab
Emirates, where they are traditionally in high demand
Real zest for
Turkish citrus in
the UAE
TURKEY’S
EXPORTERS
STRIVE TO KEEP
CITRUS PRICES
COMPETITIVE AS
THEY ARE THE
MOST EFFECTIVE
VARIABLE.
THE IMPORTANCE
OF LOGISTICS
CITRUS FRUITS
www.turkishcitrus.com
PLACE IN CITRUS
EXPORTS
1,536,737 tons of citrus exports
to Turkey in 2015 and has 842
million dollars. According to
the kinds of details related to
exports: 568 259 tons of fine
crustaceans, 476 656 tonnes
of lemons, oranges and 336 215
tons it was realized as 115 581
tons of grapefruit.
Turkey exported around
3.8 million metric tonnes
of citrus in the 2015/2016
harvest season
Especially in the
cold storage of fruits
hygiene standards
are maintained at the
highest level, storage
areas are controlled by
food engineers regularly.

3. 03NOVEMBER 2016 www.turkishcitrus.com
Citrus fruits are an overlooked powerhouse when it comes to their skins.
Orange peel is one of those products with a plethora of surprising uses. It’s
used in food production, the cosmetic as well as pharmaceutical industries,
and might even be competition for fossil fuel-based plastics
Orange Peel – a New
Export Product for Turkey’
Citrus Fruit Growers
THE MAJOR
COMPETITIVE
ADVANTAGE OF
TURKISH CITRUS
LIES IN THE HIGH
QUALITY OF
THE COUNTRY’S
PRODUCTS.
Turkey is a key player in global citrus production. In line with the
principle of always aiming higher, the country's excellent performance
in citrus production increases every year. The Turkish Citrus
Promotion Group is one of the top influencers in this achievement
High Production,
Superior Quality
T
urkish citrus fruits
are superior in taste
and quality. There-
fore, they are much
in demand around
the world. The industry is worth
nearly $1 billion based on an av-
erage annual production of 3.5
million tons. One-third of this
large volume is exported. Ali
Kavak, the president of Turkish
Citrus Promotion Group (NTG),
answers our questıons concern-
ing the industry.
Could you please tell us a lit-
tle bit about the most impor-
tant figure in Turkey’s citrus
industry, the Turkish Citrus
Promotion Group (NTG)?
The Citrus Promotion Group
was founded by the Ministry of
Economy in 2007 to increase
foreign and local demand of
citrus products. The main pur-
pose of the Group is to boost the
consumption of Turkish citrus
fruits and improve consumer
habits by promoting the quali-
ty and nutritional superiorities
of these fruits in Turkey and
abroad. I can easily say that the
major competitive advantage of
Turkish citrus lies in the high
quality of our products. Since
our inception, we have con-
ducted activities to ensure that
our high-quality products are
promoted on the internation-
al market and to increase the
consumption of Turkish citrus
fruits around the world. And we
will continue to do so.
The United Arab Emirates
stand out as one of Turkey’s
emerging partners in citrus
exports. How was last year
in terms of the relations be-
tween the two countries?
The United Arab Emirates
market is very important to us;
one of our main goals is to fur-
ther improve our existing pres-
ence there. Last year was very
promising in terms of overall
exports. We exported 1.5 mil-
lion tons of citrus fruits, valued
at $842 million. Exports to the
United Arab Emirates ranked
11th in Turkey’s total exports.
This ranking is an indica-
tion of the improving relations
between the two countries.
Throughout 2015, we exported
a total of $8.1 million worth of
citrus to the United Arab Emir-
ates. We hope to export more
Turkish citrus to the region in
the coming period.
Can you give us an overview
of Turkish citrus? What are
your plans for the future as
the Chairman of TCPG?
The year 2015 was a produc-
tive period in terms of Turkey’s
citrus harvest; tangerines ac-
counted for 37 percent of our
total exports while lemons fol-
lowed at 31 percent, oranges at
W
hat do the
Turkish Ri-
vera, the Ger-
man chemi-
cal industry,
essential oil refinery and many
delicacies used in food prepa-
ration have in common? You
guessed it, oranges and their
skin! Orange peel, often con-
22 percent, and grapefruits at
10 percent. We have no diffi-
culties in production. Each year
we produce citrus fruits regu-
larly and abundantly, and we
are always able to meet the de-
mand. As you know, our main
goal at TCPG is to increase the
consumption of Turkish citrus
fruits within the country and to
complete our “Made in Turkey”
branding initiative abroad. We
also aim to ensure stability in
foreign demand, prices, and
competition by speeding up our
marketing and promotional ac-
tivities. Ü
sidered a food by-product, in-
deed a waste product, has a
surprisingly wide range of us-
es and is therefore in high de-
mand in citrus-fruit producing
countries as well as the global
market.
A sun-soaked little helper
When you think of citrus
THE SECRET TO SUCCESS IS
THROUGH HARD WORK
Our efforts are not only about the promotion of Turkish citrus
fruits. We carry on activities that improve the quality of our
products and minimize losses. To that end, we are carefully
following and implementing innovations in all areas, from
production and packaging to scientific research and R&D activities.
Our producers ensure timely harvesting at the highest quality.
Once harvested, the product is protected from damage and
properly packaged. The most up-to-date methods of processing
and packaging guarantee that our products stay in storage no
longer than they should, and are ready for timely delivery to
consumers. Thanks to these efforts, our loyal consumers can enjoy
Turkish citrus fruits all year round.
fruits, you inevitably think of
the sun as they are grown in
sun-soaked places like Spain,
Italy, Greece Florida and Tur-
key to name but a few. Turkey,
in fact, is one of the global play-
ers in the citrus fruit market.
Grapefruits and, now even, Ki-
wis from the Mersin and Adana
regions. Oranges from Antalya
and the world-famous Bodrum
tangerines. All of them filled
with the energy of the Medi-
terranean sun that powers up
these little helpers with vita-
mins and minerals, gives them
their unmistakable aroma, and
allows them to develop a skin
full of essential oils. And be-
cause this inconspicuous fruits
packs such a punch, it is in high
demand from industry and
consumers around the globe.
Turkey’s citrus fruit market
Turkey produces a wide range
of citrus fruits, from oranges to
grapefruits, and now even ki-
wis. Most of the production takes
place along the Mediterrane-
an coast and in total Turkey’s
global market share is around
4%. The main export destina-
tions are Iran and Russia, but
also E.U. countries such as Ger-
many or the U.K.. Turkey’s citrus
treasures are in high demand
globally, but not all exports are
destined for supermarkets and
direct consumption. More of-
ten than not, oranges and lem-
ons are being purchase for uses
other than culinary ones. They
end up in the factories of indus-
tries that, on the face of it, have
no connection with citrus fruits.
A Bringer of Health
Industrial uses of citrus fruits
often focus on the peel of the
fruits, rather than the fruit it-
self. The skin that encases an
orange or a lemon contains as
many vitamins and minerals
as the fruit itself, and it lends it-
self better to industrial process-
es. The pharmaceutical industry,
for example, processes a large
amount of orange peel in the ex-
traction of vitamins and min-
erals for the production of food
supplements and drugs. Phyto-
nutrients and flavonoids found
in the skin of oranges and lem-
ons are known for their anti-in-
flammatory properties and are
therefore also of high interest to
the pharmaceutical industry. In
fact, more than one serious sci-
entific study has shown that us-
ing orange peel in cosmetic or
pharmaceutical products can
bring significant benefits. Even
Cleopatra is believed to have
used orange peel as a skin scrub.
Traditional Chinese medicine
has also long since used orange
peel as a drug of choice to fight
off viral infections and to com-
bat digestive problems. More re-
cent experiences have shown or-
ange peel to aid the lowering of
bad cholesterol. Therapists rely
on the scent of the essential oils
extracted from the skin of citrus
fruit in the treatment of their pa-
tients with depression, especial-
ly those with Seasonal Affective
Disorder. And all these industrial
and medical uses of orange peel
mean a drive in demand. But
this is not all.
Plastics made from Orange
and Lemon Peel
The casing of your future
smartphone could soon be made
of plastics not derived from fos-
sil fuels but from oils distilled
from the skins of oranges and
lemons. Research work done
at the University of York in the
U.K. suggests that the compound
‘limonene’ found in the skins
of citrus fruit could be used in
the production of organic poly-
mers. A colourless hydrocarbon
known as ‘C₁₀H₁₆’ can be won
from orange peel in a fairly sim-
ple industrial distillation pro-
cess. This hydrocarbon can then
be turned into organic polyure-
thanes which form the basis of
the plastics used in most indus-
trial production. The good news
here is that the raw material
for this compound is complete-
ly renewable, i.e. citrus fruit, and
that this opens up a whole new
market for the likes of fruit juice
makers in Turkey and elsewhere
as they can now sell on the peel
of the oranges used in their pro-
duction rather than throwing
them away.
Your Food is Orange
Speaking of fruit juice mak-
ers, they are only the most ob-
vious sector of the food indus-
try that uses citrus fruits in
their products. Many processed
foods use ascorbic acid as an
antioxidant agent to increase
shelf life; and this compound is
usually produced from orange
peel rather than the fresh fruit.
In addition to this, the essential
oils contained in the skin of or-
anges and lemons are added to
food or cosmetic products for
their aromatic properties. And
then again, sometimes orange
peel is simply boiled in sug-
ar and then dipped in choco-
late to make a delicious treat.
Plenty of uses indeed for what
started out as a food by-prod-
uct most people and compa-
nies would throw away without
second thought. A product in-
deed that could become a new
export champion for the Turk-
ish citrus fruit industry as the
demand for it is set to grow. Ü
INDUSTRIAL
USES OF CITRUS
FRUITS OFTEN
FOCUS ON THE PEEL
OF THE FRUITS,
RATHER THAN THE
FRUIT ITSELF
Turkish Citrus
Promotion
Group (NTG)
aims also to
ensure stability
in foreign
demand,
prices, and
competition.

4. NOVEMBER 2016
04
W
ho doesn’t like citrus? Fruit grown in the Mediter-
ranean sun for centuries is beloved by everyone
and consumed around the world. Coloured by the
warm Turkish sun in the winter and year-round,
ours are the world’s favourite fruits.
Superior quality and taste
Turkish citrus fruits, superior in taste and quality, are highly
desirable in many countries. The Turkish citrus industry produc-
es a large volume of fruit. Its annual yield averages 3.5 million
tons and is worth nearly $1 billion. One-third of the high quali-
ty citrus fruits produced in this country is exported. In 2015, 1.5
million tons of citrus worth $842 million was exported around the
world. In addition to Turkey’s geographical and ecological advan-
tages, our attentive production process also has an important role
in citrus export. Fruit that leaves Turkey is subject to numerous
controls. It is shipped to markets abroad only under the right con-
ditions and delivered as soon as possible to preserve freshness.
United Arab Emirates
Turkey’s citrus exports reached a total trade volume of $842
million in 2015. The United Arab Emirates ranked eleventh in im-
port with a 2 percent share. The previous year,
the country imported 13,400 tons of citrus fruit
from Turkey, worth $8.1 million. From January,
2015 through August, 2016, the U.A.E. went from
the eleventh to ninth place. These numbers show
how much the United Arab Emirates enjoys con-
suming citrus fruits grown in Turkey. But why
does the United Arab Emirates think Turkish
citrus is superior? Flavour, freshness, and qual-
ity are the primary factors. Many countries pre-
fer the high quality of naturally grown Turkish
citrus and appreciate the many health benefits
these fruits provide. Citrus fruit cultivation in the Mediterranean
region of Turkey has a long history, dating back to ancient times.
Our highly developed citrus industry plays an important role in
the Turkish economy. Top quality Turkish citrus fruits are pro-
duced in abundance thanks to extensive high-tech agricultural
production methods. All these factors combine to make Turkey
one of the world’s most important players in the citrus industry. Ü
WHY
TURKISH
CITRUS?
Citrus fruits are produced in Turkey with
utmost care and exported to many countries
due to their superior quality and taste
Lemons, oranges, grapefruits, tangerines... They all grow
abundantly in Turkey. Let’s give them a closer look
Turkish citrus fruits are produced in abundance without ever compromising on quality
thanks to their vast high-tech agricultural production areas. This is why Turkey is one
of the most preferred regions of the world in terms of citrus production and trade
Get to know
Turkish citrus fruits
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C
itrus is an important fruit
group with many health
benefits. It makes up half
of Turkey’s fresh fruit and
vegetable exports; production and
export are on the rise every year.
It would not be wrong to say that it
is the world’s most cultivated and
consumed fruit group. Turkey’s cit-
rus industry stands out with near-
ly 4million tons in production and
$842 million in exports. When we
consider the unique natural fla-
vours and high quality of Turk-
ish fruits, we can understand
why one-third of citrus produc-
tion is dedicated to exports. Cit-
rus orchards in Turkey cover a to-
tal area of approximately 315,000
acres. So, what kinds of fruits do
Turkey’s citrus industry produce?
Fruit belonging to the genus Citrus
is extremely beneficial in terms of
human health. These fruits, some-
times called “vitamin bombs,” can
be consumed fresh or as juice. In
addition to their fruits, their skins,
leaves, or flowers can also be used.
Dozens of Varieties
Turkey produces six kinds of
lemons, the sourest of all the citrus
fruits. Among them is the Inter-
donato lemon, with its long, large
cylindrical fruit. Another lemon
variety is the Kütdiken. This thick-
skinned fruit is the oldest variety
of lemon produced in Turkey. Its
suitability for long storage means
it can be harvested from Novem-
ber until February. Known as the
“stored lemon,” this product can
keep for up to nine months when
properly harvested, packaged, and
stored. Kütdiken lemons are pro-
duced in the Mediterranean region
of Turkey, especially in Mersin and
Hatay, and stored in the natural
caves of Cappadocia. Other com-
mon lemon varieties include Yedi-
veren, Lamas, Eureka and so on.
What about oranges? The Wash-
ington navel is the oldest known
navel orange variety in the Medi-
terranean region. It is the most in-
demand type of orange. Sold for
fresh consumption, its rind can be
peeled off very easily. Other vari-
eties of oranges include Valencia,
Navelina, and Jaffa. Among the
grapefruits produced in Turkey are
the red, pink, white, and Rio Red
varieties. One of the most popular
citrus fruits is the tangerine, with
more than 10 varieties common-
ly produced in Turkey. One of Tur-
key’s most exported types of tange-
rines is the Owari Satsuma. Citrus
brings a significant amount of for-
eign currency into Turkey. Its prop-
erties are very beneficial to human
health, not just because it is rich in
vitamin C, but also because of its
vitamin B, potassium, calcium, and
magnesium content. Thanks to
their nutritional value, citrus fruits
have many scientifically proven
benefits, from preventing cancer
and cleaning blood to strengthen-
ing the liver and clearing the skin.
Drinking a glass of orange juice at
breakfast is an ideal way to start
the day. It provides energy and pre-
vents many diseases. Ü
A CENTURIES-OLD TRADITION
Many measures are taken to ensure that Turkey’s abundant citrus-
growing tradition continues every year without compromising quality.
Every day, innovative improvements are made to the industry’s
production methods, packaging techniques, and R&D. Timely
harvesting ensures the highest quality of citrus fruit. Once harvested,
the product is protected from damage and properly packaged.
CITRUS FRUIT
CULTIVATION
IN TURKEY
HAS A LONG
HISTORY.
TURKEY IS THE PLACE TO
BUY CITRUS FRUIT
Citrus loves the Turkish soil, and Turkish
farmers love citrus fruits. Citrus is one
of the most widely-grown agricultural
products in Turkey. It has a special
place in Turkish cuisine, enjoyed fresh
or in jams, marmalades, sauces, and
more. Moreover, Turkey is a major citrus
supplier for the rest of the world, with
fruits that bear the appealing colours
of the year-round sun. The United
Arab Emirates is one of the largest
consumers of Turkish citrus in the
world. U.A.E. consumers simply love
their Turkish citrus fruits!
$842
Turkey’s total citrus
exports amounted
to $842 million
in 2015.
MILLION
$299
Turkey exported
$299 million worth
of tangerines to the
world in 2015.
MILLION
22,300Turkey exported 22,300 tons of citrus
fruits to the U.A.E. in 2015.
TONS
127,342Citrus orchards in
Turkey cover a total
area of approximately
315,000 acres.
$8.1Turkey
exported $8.1
million worth
of citrus fruits
to the U.A.E.
in 2015.MILLION
35%
Share of lemon
exports in
Turkey’s 2015
total citrus
exports.
2%Turkey ships
2 percent of its
citrus exports
to the UAE.
11thTurkish citrus
exports to
Saudi Arabia
amounted to
$8.1 million,
ranking in at
11th place.
20
Share of orange
exports in Turkey’s
2015 total citrus
exports.
PERCENT
Turkish citrus fruits,
superior in taste and
quality, are highly
desirable in many
countries. The Turkish
citrus industry produces
a large volume of fruit.

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T
he citrus family also contains
tangerines, limes and pomelos.
Bursting with juicy goodness,
citrus fruits are both beautiful
to look at and delicious to eat,
full of refreshing tastes while also pack-
ing a massive punch of vitamins to boot.
Turkey has long been known as one of
the best producers of citrus fruits in the
world. The climate and the fertile lands
of Turkey make it the perfect place for
growing and cultivating citrus fruits of all
kinds. Let’s take a look at why citrus fruits
are so well-loved by so many.
The health benefits
Citrus fruits contain flavonoids and
studies have shown that citrus flavonoids
may improve blood circulation through
major coronary arteries, reduce the oxi-
dation of LDL cholesterol (the ‘bad’ kind of
cholesterol) and therefore cuts down the
likelihood of plaque forming in arteries.
Citrus fruits are also your one-stop shop
for calcium, iron, magnesium, fiber and
potassium - in fact they contain more po-
tassium than apples or grapes!
We all kow that Vitamin C is necessary
to help us fight off colds and flu but it is
actually much more important than only
that. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant.
Antioxidants are substances that inhib-
it oxidation and remove potentially dam-
aging oxidizing agents from the body and
help protect the body from damaging free
radicals. Antioxidants have other health
THE TROPICAL
JEWELS OF THE
MEDITERRANEAN
Eureka, Rio Red, Nova, Washington Navel. With names like these you
would be forgiven for thinking we were talking about something far
more exotic than citrus fruits and yet these are the glorious names of
only some examples of lemons, grapefruits, mandarins and oranges
Just like Cinderella, orange peel is one of those
things that, once you’ve discovered their true worth,
you won’t be able to live without. Orange peel is
a food superstar that came from the shadows,
overlooked and underappreciated. But no more!
Orange Peel –
the Cinderella
of Foodstuffs
benefits too. The antioxidants in lemon
juice, for example, can help to reduce the
appearance of blemishes, scars, age spots,
and wrinkles and can be used on the skin
at night (not during the day) if mixed with
carrier oils such as jojoba, coconut oil or
olive oil.
Vitamin B6, which has many functions
in the body, is also found in citrus fruits.
“Vitamin B6 helps a lot of the systems in
your body function,” says Dee Sandquist,
MS, RD, CD, a spokesperson for the Amer-
ican Dietetic Association. “It is important
for cardiovascular, digestive, immune,
muscular, and nervous system function.
It is one of the vitamins that are behind
the scenes.”
It is widely believed that lemon juice
can encourge a healthy digestive system
by making the toxins in your digestive
tract looser and therefore more easily ex-
punged from the body. At the same time,
it helps to alleviate heartburn, wind, and
bloating. It is also said that lemons stimu-
late enzyme activity which means that as
well as being delicious they are also ac-
tively helping your liver cleanse itself and
in turn your whole body. With all of these
health benefits how can anyone not want
to go out straight away and stock up on
all the citrus fruits they can find? Winter
is just around the corner, the cold and flu
season hot on its heels, so get your taste-
buds tingling, olfactory senses zinging
and your immune system fighting fit with
these juicy gems from Turkey. Ü
W
hat do the
Turkish Ri-
vera, Ger-
man Christ-
mas food,
an aromatic scent in your
kitchen, your next BBQ, as
well as ways to brighten your
skin and, maybe, even to low-
er bad cholesterol and fight
depression have in com-
mon? You guessed it, orange
peel! Orange peel, a food by-
product really; because, af-
ter all, we usually just peel
our oranges or tangerines, eat
the flesh of our grapefruits,
squeeze the juice out of our
lemons and discard the skins
without second thought. Well,
this has to stop! Orange peel is
a treasure, and not something
for the trash can.
A sun-soaked little helper
When you think of citrus
fruits, you inevitably think
of the sun, the sea and holi-
day. Because, after all, where
do most of these little delica-
cies come from? Sun-soaked
places, of course: Spain, Ita-
ly, Greece Florida and Turkey
to name but a few! Turkey,
in fact, is not only one of the
world’s most popular tourist
destinations, but also one of
the global players in the cit-
rus fruit market. Grapefruits
and, now even, Kiwis from
the Mersin and Adana re-
gions. Oranges from Antalya
and the world-famous Bod-
rum tangerines. All of them
chock-full with the energy of
the Mediterranean sun that
kisses the shores of Asia Mi-
nor for over 300 days per year.
And it’s this sun which pow-
ers up our little friends with
vitamins, and minerals, gives
them taste and makes them
an unmissable addition to
any healthy diet.
But after we’ve let our pal-
ates savour the sweet aroma
of that plum and juicy orange
or have added zest to our sal-
ads by sprinkling them wish
freshly squeezed lemon juice,
what do we do with the skin
protecting our little help-
ers? One thing, we certainly
shouldn’t do, is to throw them
out. And here is why:
Combine them with other
things to create an explosion
of flavours.
What is German Christ-
mas famous for? Well, snow,
fairy tales, the Christmas tree,
markets, gingerbread and
that weird but wonderful hot
mulled wine they drink while
standing around outside ta-
bles in sub-zero tempera-
tures. But did you know that
the last two things wouldn’t
be half as tasty without the
help of orange peel? The age-
old recipe for German ginger-
bread, known as ‘Lebkuchen’,
doesn’t contain even a trace
of ginger but lots of candied
orange peel. It’s added to off-
set the pungent flavour of
the cocktail of spices that is
used to make these delicacies
with a zesty, yet sweet note.
And the same is true for the
hot mulled wine, aka ‘Glüh-
wein’ - literally ‘glowing wine’
- which is drunk by Germans
around Christmas time: a va-
riety of choice red wines is re-
inforced with spices ranging
from cinnamon and cloves to
ginger. Then this mixture is
heated slowly with the addi-
tion of lemon or orange zest.
Some like the taste of it, oth-
ers disagree, but one thing is
for sure: it smells like heaven!
And smells lead us to yet an-
other use of orange peel.
The smell of a citrus grove
in your home
Sometimes that kitch-
en or bathroom just has this
weird, unidentifiable smell
which doesn’t go away how-
ever much we scrub the floor
and wipe down the kitchen
cabinets with our supermar-
ket-bought cleaning prod-
ucts. But help is at hand, and
it’s completely organic: vine-
gar infused with orange peel!
It’s true vinegar by itself of-
ten has an uncomfortable
smell, even though it is a po-
tent cleaning and anti-bacte-
rial agent.
Speaking of health…
Orange peel has been
shown to have some serious
health benefits. Cleopatra is
believed to have used orange
peel as a skin scrub. And who
would argue with the Queen
of Egypt? Traditional Chinese
medicine has also long since
used orange peel as a drug of
choice to fight off viral infec-
tions and to combat digestive
problems. More recent expe-
riences have shown orange
peel to aid the lowering of bad
cholesterol. And therapist re-
ly on the scent of citric fruit in
the treatment of their patients
with depression, especially
those with Seasonal Affective
Disorder. Ü
WHEN YOU THINK
OF CITRUS FRUITS,
YOU INEVITABLY
THINK OF THE SUN,
THE SEA
AND HOLIDAY
As a Mediterranean country
surrounded by sea on three sides,
Turkey’s weather conditions are
ideal for citrus production
The climate of Turkey
make it the perfect
place for growing and
cultivating.
O
ne of the food
groups you should
to eat every day
for an adequate
and balanced di-
et is fruits and vegetables. This
is actually common knowledge.
But many national and inter-
national organizations—par-
ticularly the World Health Or-
ganization (WHO) and the
Food and Agriculture Organ-
ization (FAO)—feel it’s neces-
sary to reinforce this fact con-
stantly. In recent years, people
have begun to think that recov-
From iron deficiency,
PMS, and pregnancy
to menopause, weight
management, and breast
cancer prevention...
Citrus is irreplaceable for
women’s health
Citrus fruit and women’s health
CITRUS SHOULD BE CONSUMED FRESH
• When purchasing fruit, make sure it’s not crushed or rotting. Store it
in a cool place, and most importantly, consume it as soon as it is cut
or squeezed. • Vitamin C is very important in combating infection and
preventing the development of cancer. Be sure to pay attention to your
diet before you get sick, not after. Consuming citrus fruit regularly is one
of the most helpful ways to get an adequate amount of vitamin C.
ery from illness is not possible
without medication. However, if
the immune system is protect-
ed and supported, none of that
would be necessary. Medication
should come primarily from
nature and natural foods. This
means the fruits, vegetables,
and yogurt you eat and the wa-
ter you drink are your medicine.
The right foods, consumed in
the correct amounts, strength-
en the immune system The im-
mune system protects the body
against illness by destroying
germs and diseases. A compro-
mised system cannot fight these
foreign bodies. The experts rec-
ommend that everyone con-
sume fruits and vegetables in
season. Citrus fruit offers im-
mune-enhancing qualities, es-
pecially in winter. Health is very
important for everyone. Wom-
en in particular need to pay at-
tention to their bodies during
pregnancy, menstruation, men-
opause, and when infections oc-
cur. For example, the menstru-
al period is quite a difficult time
for some women. There are sev-
eral points to consider to make
those days easier and more pos-
itive.During the menstrual peri-
od, women’s levels of iron, mag-
nesium, and vitamin B6 become
depleted. Therefore, red meat,
eggs, chicken, and fish should
be consumed during menstrua-
tion. Lean red meat is preferred
for its higher iron content. Be-
cause vitamin C increases the
absorption of iron, there are the
benefits to drinking a glass of
freshly squeezed orange juice,
rich in vitamin C, with red meat,
poultry, and eggs. Menopause is
an important milestone in the
life of a woman entering mid-
dle age. This is a time when
bone density becomes a con-
cern. Fruit can help strengthen
the bones. For optimal nutrition,
the experts recommend that
women consume mainly cit-
rus fruits, grains, soybeans, fava
beans, and greens such as wa-
tercress, arugula, and parsley.
Resist Diseases
Citrus is a great source of vi-
tamins and minerals. The FAO
points to the nutritional benefit
of citrus fruit, which is rich with
carbohydrates, fibre, potassium,
folate, calcium, thiamine, nia-
cin, phosphorus, magnesium,
copper, riboflavin, pantothenic
acid, and various phytochemi-
cals. Scientific evidence proves
that adequate citrus consump-
tion may lower the risks of can-
cer, miscarriage, anaemia, and
cataracts. Research suggest that
lemonoid, a substance found in
the peels of lemon, orange and
grapefruit, may prevent the for-
mation of breast cancer. There-
fore, women would benefit from
including citrus fruits regularly
in their diets. Ü

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Lime
Since limes are 94-percent water, this
wonderful fruit is low in calories and
since it contains flavonoids, which sup-
port the digestive system, it is one of the
fruits most recommended for a healthy
body. Prepare 2 tablespoons of pome-
granate syrup, 1 tablespoon of lemon or
lime juice, and 1/3 glass of water and
ice, and you have a delicious beverage
you can drink at any hour of the day.
Green tea with tangerines
Tangerines are an important source
of vitamin C and dietary fibre, and since
they also contains high levels of an-
tioxidants they can, in turn, speed up
weight loss and help digestion. Brew
the green tea and let it cool for 5 min-
utes. In a blender, mix one glass of tan-
gerine juice thoroughly with the green
tea. Garnish with a strip of orange peel
before serving.
Grapefruit and cantaloupe juice
Rich in vitamin C, grapefruits also
have antioxidant properties. It is one
of the leading fruits for fat-burning.
A sliced grapefruit and a cantaloupe
can be processed in a juicer, creating a
drink that can be consumed up to two
glasses every day.
Orange for blood circulation
This citrus fruit has one of the high-
est vitamin C contents. It is a good
source of pectin, which helps reduce
cholesterol. It is ideal for losing weight
and helps improve blood circulation.
You will get a delicious fat-burning
drink by mixing 2 glasses of cold water
with 2 glasses of orange juice, 1 glass of
blueberry juice and a half glass full of
lemon juice. You can also use a juicer
to process carrots, oranges and ginger
together into a drink that will help you
lose weight. Ü
ly to lose weight. Citrus juice supports
your weight loss by burning more cal-
ories due to their useful content. In ad-
dition, these fruits are very rich in vi-
tamin C and antioxidants. Fruit juices
mixed with spices and various vegeta-
bles can help burn fat even faster. Here
are some excellent recipes to help you
benefit from these fruits.
E
very day we discover a new
benefit of citrus fruit. Full
of healthy properties, these
Mediterranean fruits can
simplify our daily lives and
help our bodies stay in balance. Did you
know that lemon juice can lighten nat-
urally dark hair?
It’s an ancient technique that still
holds true today. In an age when strong
chemicals are used to lighten hair col-
our, those who opt for more natural
methods prefer this old but well-estab-
lished method. Chemicals can cause
great damage to our hair and bodies.
Lemon, on the other hand, could never
do that. It has been cultivated and con-
sumed by various civilizations over the
centuries. To lighten your hair using
lemon, simply squeeze the two large,
juicy lemons into one litre of water.
Rinse your hair with this mixture af-
ter showering. One last thing you need:
sunlight or a hair dryer! Spend one or
two hours in the sun after applying the
mixture, or dry your hair with a hair
dryer to help the lemon mixture take
effect. You can apply lemon juice di-
rectly to your hair, too. If you prefer this
method, however, be sure to spend less
time in the sun to avoid extensive hair
damage.
With this method, you can lighten
your hair up to several shades light-
er than its natural colour. You can also
achieve natural highlights by applying
the mixture with a comb. After applica-
tion, don’t forget to moisturize your hair
with natural hair masks.
We prepared two different mixtures
for readers with normal-oily hair and
dry hair. Choose the mixture that’s right
for your hair type and apply it at home!
W
hen it comes to losing
weight, sadly there is no
magic solution. You just
cannot burn your fat in-
stantaneously to achieve the healthy
weight you want. But that does not
mean that you need to give up. If you
adopt a healthy nutrition regimen and
exercise regularly, you can develop
your body’s fat-burning capabilities,
which in turn will help you lose weight.
There are may diet programs used for
achieving weight loss and attaining the
ideal weight. The common ground for
all these diets is the recommendation
to consume lots of vegetables and fruits.
Research has shown that the nutrition-
al content of citrus fruits ensures the
rapid breakdown of fats, improving di-
gestion. For instance, one grapefruit is
just 58 calories but contains lots of fi-
bre, calcium, iron and folic acid, mak-
ing these fruits an excellent choice for
preventing constipation and avoiding
digestion problems. Its high vitamin C
and antioxidant content also supports
the breakdown of fat and gives a fee-
ing of fullness. Fruit juice, especially
citrus juice, can be consumed regular-
Women who are unhappy
with their natural hair colour
use many chemicals to
lighten their dark hair. But
in reality, we don’t need so
many chemical products; it’s
possible to lighten hair colour
naturally with citrus fruits
Lemon: the Natural Hair Dye
Citrus juice is not only
extremely delicious, but it
also supports weight loss by
increasing burned calories due
to its rich nutritional content
Citrus juice for
weight loss
LEMON JUICE MASK FOR NORMAL-
OILY HAIR
Ingredients:
The juice of 4 freshly squeezed lemons
1/4 cup lukewarm water
• Mix the lemon juice and lukewarm
water in a bow. Fill a spray bottle with
the mixture.
• Spray your hair until wet.
• (For the best results, spray the mixture
on unwashed hair).
• Stay in the sun for one to two hours.
Don’t forget to wear sunscreen to pre-
vent skin damage.
• Then, take a shower and apply an in-
tense conditioner to your hair. Repeat
once a week.
• For visible results, apply the mixture
to your hair twice a week for four weeks.
LEMON JUICE MASK FOR DRY HAIR
Ingredients:
The juice of 4 freshly squeezed lemons
1/4 cup hair moisturizer
• Mix the lemon juice and moisturizer
in a bowl.
• Place a towel on your shoulders and
apply the mixture with your hands to all
of your hair.
• Comb your hair with a wide-toothed
comb to ensure that even application.
• Stay in the sun for one to two hours.
Don’t forget to wear sunscreen to pre-
vent skin damage.
• Shampoo and condition your hair and
rinse thoroughly.
• Apply this mixture to your hair once a
week. Repeat no more often than once
a week until you’ve achieve your de-
sired colour. Ü
I
t is the high quality and freshness of Turkish citrus
that is adored by both home cooks and chefs in the
UAE, not forgetting their competitive price. Their ex-
ceptional taste stems from the fact that they are typ-
ically grown in mild, sunny Mediterranean-type cli-
mates, mainly along the coasts of the Mediterranean,
Black Sea and Aegean region.
Citrus can be a perfect match for many Emirati dish-
es, which often include vegetables such as cucumber, au-
bergine and onions, garlic and spices. Take al machboos,
a famous traditional dish in the UAE, the most impor-
tant ingredients of which are rice, meat (mostly chicken
or lamb), onion – and dried lemon plus spices and salt. In
order to create it, all the ingredients including the dried
lemon are cooked well in boiling water until the meat be-
comes tender and incorporates the taste of the lemon and
spices. It’s a favourite not just in the UAE, but across the
Gulf region.
Another regional dish that goes very well with lemon
or grapefruit is shawarma. There are many ways to add
a citrus flavour to your favourite shawarma, depending
on whether it’s chicken, lamb or beef. Lemon or grape-
fruit juice can be combined with yogurt sauce, or whisked
with toasted spices and olive oil as a sauce, or combined
in dressing mixtures with feta cheese, garlic, olive oil and
avocado. Chefs familiar with Arab cuisine also recom-
mend using citrus fruits with even more distinctive tastes
– such as tangerines – when using fine meat such as sir-
loin steak for the shawarma.
Or how about the delicious
combination of citrus fruits or
juice with famous Arab dips
such as hummus and tahini?
Hummus, an irresistible deli-
cate dip made from chickpeas,
olive oil, tahini paste, salt and
garlic can become even more
tempting with the right amount
of lemon or grapefruit juice
added. Served with shawarma,
falafel and pita bread, it is also
a perfect appetizer and a healthy one, too.
The most popular way to combine citrus with ta-
hini – the popular paste made from sesame seeds and
used throughout Arab cuisines – is a citrus tahini dress-
ing. This is mostly used for salads and made from tahini
mixed with fresh lemon juice, fresh orange juice, as well
as teaspoons of lemon and orange zest, plus one minced
clove of garlic.
Lemon and other citrus fruits and their juices are al-
so the ingredients of tabbouleh, a vegetarian salad-style
dish that’s traditionally made of tomatoes, parsley, mint,
wheat, onions, olive oil and salt.
Apart from being used in traditional Emirati food, cit-
rus plays another important role in UAE kitchens. Dubai’s
well-earned position as one of the fine food capitals of
the world allows for a huge range of uses for Turkish cit-
rus in a wide variety of recipes. In fact, it is hard to find a
hotel or fine-dining restaurant that doesn’t have at least
a few citrus dishes on its menu, which can range from
citrus with couscous or jasmine rice, to citrus-based dips
for seafood, to refreshing desserts and puddings. And of
course you’ll also find it used in vinaigrettes, marinades
and glazes, exotic sauces, citrus salads and fruit drinks,
and many other delicious treats. Ü
With Emirati cuisine historically
influenced by the Ottoman food tradition,
it is no wonder that Turkish citrus fruits
play a significant role in UAE kitchens
CITRUS ADDS
A CERTAIN
SOMETHING
TO EMIRATI
CUISINE
CITRUS CAN
BE A PERFECT
MATCH
FOR MANY
EMIRATI
DISHES.
Taking advantage of its natural climate and geography, Turkey
produces fresh vegetables and fruits under natural conditions,
especially citrus fruits, which are one of the most important
sources of nutrition for people who care about their health
TO PREVENT HAIR
DAMAGE, MOISTURIZE
YOUR HAIR WITH
OLIVE OIL AFTER THE
LEMON TREATMENT

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T
he positive ef-
fects of the vita-
mins and fibre in
citrus fruits, which
are pure miracles
of nature, on human health
are widely accepted by eve-
ryone throughout the world.
The benefits of these golden
fruits are not just limited to
just being an excellent source
of vitamin C, which is one of
the most important vitamins
that our bodies need. They al-
so contain B vitamins, potas-
sium, calcium and magne-
sium. Scientific studies have
already proven that the con-
tents of these marvellous
fruits, which are rich in fibre,
organic acids, and sugar, are
also beneficial for a range of
health issues, from protection
against cancer to cleaning the
blood and from strengthen-
ing the liver to beautifying the
complexion.
Just like famous and suc-
cessful Turkish actors and
actresses, you too can gain
easy access to the secrets of
a healthy life with the help
of these citrus fruits grown in
Turkey, which are not only a
magic health potion but are
also refreshing and delicious.
The famous actor Burak
Özçivit is highly admired and
fawned over by many ladies!
This handsome star, who says
that he takes good care of his
hair and personal care in or-
der to feel good about himself
and maintain his good looks,
also exercises every day to
keep his fit physique. In ad-
dition to drinking a glass of
lemon juice every morning to
meet his daily vitamin C re-
quirements, Özçivit also says
that he drinks grapefruit juice
before he engages in any sport
activities. This way, he not on-
ly stays energetic through-
out the day, but he also keeps
his top form with the help of
these marvellous citrus fruits
that help burn fats in addition
to detoxifying the body.
One of the women most ad-
mired for her beauty is Fahri-
ye Evcen. Rushing to movie sets
in a hectic daily work routine,
Evcen is one of only the few
women who is able to stay nat-
urally beautiful throughout the
day despite the heavy make-up
she has to wear and the long
hours she has to endure un-
der the spotlights. She especial-
ly attributes her natural looks,
vitality and the beauty of her
complexion to facial masks
made from the fresh and nat-
ural blossoms of oranges, a cit-
rus fruit used by many stars
and grown throughout Tur-
key’s Mediterranean coastline
from Antalya to Hatay.
A natural beauty, Beren
Saat is one of the most ad-
mired actresses. Paying par-
ticular attention to her nutri-
tion, the actress says that she
stays away from carbohy-
drates, even on movie and TV
series sets, and has not con-
sumed any sugar since she
was 14; she meets her sugar
needs exclusively with citrus
fruits. It is not hard to guess
that the famous actress also
attributes the preserving of
the beauty of her complexion
to these super fruits full of vi-
tamins, fibre and minerals.
If you want to have a young
and an energetic complex-
ion like Beren Saat’s, you will
love the wonderful skin cure
you can make using grape-
fruits, yogurt and honey. Just
combine a teaspoon of honey,
a half tea-glass of yogurt and
a teaspoon of grapefruit juice
and apply the mixture thor-
oughly to your skin. Rinse it
off with lukewarm water af-
ter letting it sit for 15 min-
utes. This three-ingredi-
ent mixture will indulge the
health of your skin.
The secret to the incredi-
ble looks of successful actor
Kıvanç Tatlıtuğ lies neither
in his golden hair nor in his
baby blue eyes. With the im-
portance he places in healthy
nutrition and exercise, the
handsome actor indulges
himself with a piece of citrus
fruit and a natural vitamin
boost every day. Using a reg-
imen of regular sleep, exer-
cise and natural foods, the ac-
tor mainly meets his vitamin,
fibre and sugar needs with
juicy Turkish citrus fruits
such as lemon, grapefruit and
oranges grown in the Medi-
terranean region. Ü
KEBAB SKEWERS AND ORANGE RICE
If you think eating meat at dinner, you want to try a different flavor flavored with citrus?
D
inner time is ap-
proaching and you
are invited house
guests. You want to
prepare a meal but
do not have a lot of energy, but
also do not want to order from
the outside. Practical but guests
with a delicious recipe, we have
a suggestion for those who
want to leave its fans!
Materials:
-300-350 G minced meat
-4 Older eggplant
-4 Pieces of
red pepper
-4 Onion
-Olive oil
skewers as -sufficiently
-1 Kg of tomatoes
-2-3 Cloves garlic
-salt, Pepper, red pepper
Preparation:
First, peel the eggplant and
cut into round slices 2 cm thick
to be striped. A time to get, and
bitterness to prevent the black-
ening is kept in salt water. Dry
onions are divided into four
parts and each part is cut a lit-
tle small. Red pepper cut fin-
ger wide, 2-3. All the ingredi-
ents are then prepared for each
CITRUS COUNTRY
TURKEY
Some meals, it’s hard to decide
what to eat. Fruit and vegetables
grow your distress in this case.
According to the approaching
winter citrus variegated means to
begin to decorate stores and gro-
cery stores. health store this fruit
that give color of the Mediterra-
nean sun, the best way to add fla-
vor to food. natural fruit you get,
of course, you should take care
to be fresh and healthy. If you no-
tice that they came from Turkey
when choosing citrus go to the
grocery store, you can be guaran-
teed your food and natural health.
Turkey, by selecting the high-
est quality citrus fruits are grown
in soil are sending all over the
world. Fruits, carefully cultivated
in accordance with internation-
al standards and is transported
abroad under the best conditions
collected from the branch.
F
ruit compote, a refreshing dessert made from fresh
fruit, is enjoyed especially after heavy dinners. The
importance of compote in Turkish culture stems
from the Ottoman period. An excellent Ottoman
feast would always conclude with compote, served to vis-
itors before coffee. There would be two spoons on the ta-
ble: one for the soup and one for the compote. The Otto-
mans ate breakfast in the early hours of the morning and
dinner shortly before sunset. These two meals were enough
for the day. Breakfast was a hearty and filling meal, so they
did not have lunch. If they got hungry in the afternoon, they
chose something light like fruit, yogurt, ayran, or compote.
Desserts were as important as meat and rice in the Otto-
man cuisine. An Ottoman meal without dessert was unim-
aginable.
Compote is still loved and popular today. This simple and
delicious dessert also has nutritional benefits thanks to its
fresh fruit ingredients.Anyone who has fresh fruits at home
can make compote very easily. The sweetest of all the citrus
fruits, orange, works best in a compote. Our orange com-
pote recipe is easy to prepare and will make your dinners
even more enjoyable.
Ingredients:
3 large oranges (juicy and firm)
250 grams (1 cup) of granulated sugar
250 grams (1 cup) of drinking water
Juice of half a lemon
Preparation:
First, prepare the oranges. Wash with plenty of water
and scrape the rind with a knife or a grater. Continue un-
til the entire rind is removed. Then peel off the skin. Using
a sharp knife, remove the white membranes. Divide the or-
anges into two equal sections and remove the seeds. Put the
prepared oranges in a bowl.
Cut the skins into strips and put them a cooking pot with
enough water to cover. Bring the water to a boil and then
lower the heat, simmering the rinds for about 10 minutes.
Then strain the liquid, add more water, and boil the skins
again for another five minutes. Repeat this process one
more time, draining the cooking liquid again to remove the
bitterness of the peel. Next, add 250 grams (1 cup) of drink-
ing water, 250 grams (1 cup) of sugar, and the juice of half
a lemon to the boiled orange peels. Bring to a boil again,
stirring until the sugar melts. Then, let the mixture simmer
over low heat for 20 minutes, until thickened. Ü
COMPOTES:
SIMPLE AND
DELICIOUS
Did you know that you can turn the
citrus fruits you have at home into a
simple and natural feast of flavours?
garbage in, garbage meat until
it is full, respectively, eggplant,
onions and peppers attached.
If you’ve put the beginning and
end of the garbage will scatter
your materials. After all of the
materials widely attached to lit-
ter and prepared by putting ol-
ive oil in a deep frying pan spits
garbage is placed in the pan. A
little and often can be fried to-
matoes for a wide pot dizilir.b
occasionally grated and add-
ed to the sauce 1-2 tablespoons
of tomato oil that fried skewers
cooked a little mild fever. Grat-
ed garlic and spices, this sauce
is poured onto the skewer is in-
serted into the pot after the ad-
dition. The shape of the materi-
al is cooked over low heat until
tender intact.
ORANGE FOR RICE
Materials:
-2 Cups of rice
-2 Cup water or broth
-½ Cup orange juice
-1 Teaspoon saffron
-1 Teaspoon orange zest
-sufficiently Much salt
-1-2 Tablespoons olive oil
Preparation:
Rice, waited until after ex-
tracting hot water for half an
hour and then filtered, washed
saute in olive oil. Juice, freshly
squeezed orange juice, orange
zest, added to the salt and saf-
fron rice is expected to draw
the water on low heat. Accord-
ing to the desire after the ex-
tract is made with almonds or
walnuts adorned service. Ü
The Secret to the Healthy
Glow of Turkey’s Most
Beautiful Celebrities
Let’s embark on a journey to discover the secrets hidden in
citrus fruits, which are used by famous Turkish celebrities
who are well-known throughout the Middle East
Say hello to healthy and natural beauty with
refreshing, delicious and juicy citrus fruits
grown in the Mediterranean region of Turkey
YOU CAN GAIN
EASY ACCESS TO
THE SECRETS OF
A HEALTHY LIFE
WITH THE HELP
OF CITRUS FRUITS
GROWN IN TURKEY
Kıvanç
Tatlituğ
Beren Saat

8. NOVEMBER 2016
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F
ethiye is a resort town located at the southern end of the
Aegean coast of Turkey; some, in fact, maintain that Fethi-
ye is the place where the Aegean meets the Mediterranean
Sea. With a non-tourist population of around 145.000 peo-
ple, Fethiye combines the charm of small-town Turkey with
the amenities of a larger city. And all of this comes not only with a
helping of natural beauty, but also with over 3000 years of history.
Can the Lycians, Persian, Alexander the Great and even
Cleopatra be wrong?
As early as 500 B.C.E. Fethiye – then known as Telmessos – was
the capital of the Lycian kingdom that dominated the south-western
tip of what is now modern-day Turkey. There’s even a legend that re-
counts the mythological beginnings of the city: the God Apollo fell in
love with the timid daughter of a Phoenician king and set about se-
ducing her in the body of a puppy. The son who sprang from that un-
ion gave the town its first name. Be that as it may, the splendour of
the Lycian civilisation can be discerned from the magnificent rock
tombs situated not far from Fethiye town centre. And to add to the
archaeological allure of the place, illustrious historical figures such
as Persian Kings, Alexander the Great and Cleopatra are believed to
have visited the town. Just roam around the Lycian, Hellenistic, Ro-
man, Byzantine and Ottoman remains strewn around Fethiye and
its environs to soak up the atmosphere of a spot that has witnessed
thousands of years of human drama.
And if that’s not enough history, climb up to the ruins of the Cru-
sader fortress to play Dungeons and Dragons or take a boat out to
the Bay of Cleopatra’s Baths, where the Queen of Egypt is rumoured
to have herself enjoyed the warm turquoise waters of the sea around
Fethiye. So, whether you are exploring the sights or are splashing
about in the waters, you’ll be in good company! But enough of the
past and back to the present.
A tourist heaven and an expat haven
Fethiye welcomes over a million tourists per year and is home to
a sizable expat community; in fact, around 34.000 Brits alone call
Fethiye home away from home either full or part-time. In addition
to these British expats, the majority of visitors to Fethiye and its en-
virons also hails from the British Isles. What you get as a result is a
combination of Turkish hospitality, natural splendour and the British
party spirit; and it’s exactly this mixture
that makes Fethiye such as vibrant place
to be. Care for some 24/7 partying? Go to
the clubs of Fethiye or the nearby resort
of Hisarönü where the drinks are cheap,
the music loud and you can dance the
night away. If you fancy some peace and
quiet in the evening instead, visit some
of the traditional Turkish restaurants in
Fethiye’s old town district or go to the ex-
clusive boutique hotels that are spread
throughout the green hills surrounding
Fethiye; enjoy the scent of pine trees or
citrus groves and listen to the songs of
the local cicadas – known as “August bee-
tles” in Turkish – while watching the sun
set over the water.
During the day, however, all visitors –
young and old – will agree that the place
to be is Ölüdeniz Beach with its lagoon.
To set eyes on it is to fall in love with it!
The deep-blue waters of the lagoon open
up into a bay with small islands dotting
the seascape. It truly is a sight to behold either from the water, the
beach, or from above while flying one of the many paragliders that
zip across the blue Mediterranean sky. Speaking of paragliding, this
particular adventure begins from atop the Babadag, a mountain that
towers over 1500 m above the Bay of Ölüdeniz and is one of the gate-
keepers to yet another awesome adventure the thrill-seeking tour-
ist can partake in: the Saklikent Gorge. This gorge – literally know in
Turkish as the “Hidden Town” – was cut into the Taurus mountains
by the Dargaz Creek and offers great opportunities for white-water
rafting and a healthy mud-bath further downstream. Whatever ac-
tivity you chose to participate in, one thing is for sure, you will leave
there with your body and mind refreshed!
And if that hasn’t help you find your inner balance yet, head for
the Butterfly Valley just across from Ölüdeniz and easily reached by
boat from Fethiye Harbour. This valley, which is all but inaccessible
from land, is home to a wide range of butterfly species and sports a
beautiful waterfall with fresh water straight from the mighty Babad-
ag. You can camp there or just spend a day amongst its majestic flora
and fauna, but you will for sure feel as far from the hustle and buz-
zle of modern life as possible without actually leaving civilisation.
So, can Alexander the Great, Cleopatra and hundreds of thou-
sands of tourist really be wrong about this piece of heaven on earth?
I think not, but why don’t you come here to find out for yourself! Ü
FETHIYE – A
PIECE OF HEAVEN
ON EARTH
Driving from Dalman Airport to the resort town
of Fethiye in the south-west of Turkey, you will
at once be struck by the majesty of the Taurus
Mountains, the deep blue of the sky and the
mesmerizingly turquois hue of the sea.
I
t’s a bit of a cliché really, but
Istanbul is unique: it’s the on-
ly city that straddles two conti-
nents, a city that is placed into
a breath-taking natural set-
ting and where the remnants of past
glories meet the visitor behind every
corner. History buff, culture vulture,
nature lover, shopaholic, or soap
opera fan – to paraphrase Samuel
Johnson’s famous word: “Someone
tired of Istanbul, is tired of life.”.
Over 2000 Years of
History Anyone?
When the first settlers arrived at
the Bosporus, they must have been
struck by its beauty, and not its
strategic potential. Why you asked?
Well, because they set up their first
home not in what is today the site of
Old Istanbul but in today’s Kadiköy,
on the opposite shore. And who
could blame them? Just ask any
commuter getting onto one of the
ferries crossing the Bosporus and
they will tell you how seeing the
historic peninsular every morning
gets them over the misery that is
having to go to work! Indeed, see-
ing Hagia Sophia and Sultan Ah-
met Mosque, aka the Blue Mosque,
alongside the magnificent Topkapi
Palace is a sight for sore eyes. Tea
or a freshly squeezed orange juice
in hand, you can imagine yourself
returning to an age of emperors,
knights, glorious fights, princess-
es and a life without deadlines and
miserable bosses.
One Sophia to Rule Them All
The oldest building in that his-
toric ensemble dates back to the 6th
century C.E.; the Hagia Sophia was
the largest building in the Mediter-
ranean area for almost 1000 years.
Not only did it first serve the Byz-
antine emperors as their corona-
tion basilica and then the Ottoman
sultans as their central mosque;
but it also inspired a certain Mi-
mar Sinan to develop a new style
of mosque – the Ottoman mosques
– which still stands model for
mosque construction throughout
the world. Sultan Ahmet Mosque
or Süleymaniye Mosque in Istan-
bul are but two of the most magnif-
icent examples of this architectural
style. If architectural history is not
your thing, however, just go to vis-
it Hagia Sophia and walk up ramps
that were built over 1500 years ago
or check out the graffiti left by Byz-
antine builders and Viking raiders
– in other words, set free your in-
ner Indiana Jones!
It’s a Life fit for a Sultan
Need a bit of royal opulence?
Well, who doesn’t! So, just mosey on
over to the glory that is the Topkapi
Palace. This palace is a unique mix-
ture of Middle Eastern and Euro-
pean styles, of being a seat of pow-
er and, at the same time, a heaven
on earth. There are, of course, the
meeting halls and armouries to be
seen, in which the fate of one of the
most powerful empire the world
has ever seen was decided, but you
can also immerse yourself in the
mystique of the harem or imagine
yourself wearing some of the bling
on display in the treasury. A little bit
of enchantment for all tastes!
Back to the Present
After this hefty dose of heritage
and old buildings, it’s time for some
big city fun! Istanbul truly has it all.
After you’ve left the Sultanahmet ar-
ea, follow the tram tracks to go ei-
ther to the bars and restaurants of
the Laleli or Kumkapi districts to en-
joy a kebab or some fish with a fresh
salad sprinkled with the juice of ripe
lemons followed by a platter over-
flowing with fresh apples, watermel-
on and oranges; or, cross the Galata
Bridge into the Karaköy and Bey-
oglu districts where the coolest ca-
fé, restaurant and bar scene of the
city awaits you. Insider tip: have a
fish sandwich with fresh salad and
lemon juice on Galata Bridge; it’s
healthy and you might just bump
into Kıvanç Tatlıtuğ or Songül Öden
laying the foundation for a night
about town. But even if you don’t see
a celebrity from the telly, you will
be able to enjoy magnificent views
of the historic peninsula, the Golden
Horn and the Bosporus.
Retail Therapy Anyone?
With your belly filled with culi-
nary goodness, venture up the Gal-
ata hill to get to the world-famous
Istiklal Avenue. This avenue con-
nects the Galata district – yes, the
one with the tower offering a bird’s
eye view of the city – with Taksim
square; along this avenue the shop-
aholic finds everything to his or
her heart’s content: world fashion
and local specialities side by side.
And while you zip in and out of the
multitude of shops, spoil yourself
with some traditional Maras-ice
cream or some gelato, some bak-
lava or chocolate, a cake or a waf-
fle. No, you are watching your fig-
ure! I hear you, then drink a freshly
squeezed fruit juice from one of
the many juice shops along Istiklal;
and then indulge in something sin-
ful, because, after all, you just had a
healthy drink! Ü
Istanbul – A City of
the World’s DesireThe Romans built it, the Byzantines made it the capital of an empire, the
Crusaders almost destroyed it and the Ottomans returned it to its former
glory – Istanbul, a city of the world’s desire
FETHIYE WELCOMES
OVER A MILLION
TOURISTS PER YEAR
AND IS HOME TO
A SIZABLE EXPAT
COMMUNITY.AROUND
34.000 BRITS CALL
FETHIYE HOME.
Hagia Sophia
Bosphorus Bridge
THE NIGHT IS OURS!
From Taksim Square the upmar-
ket shopping and nightlife district of
Nişantaşı is just a stone throw away.
Want to max out your credit card or
just catch a drink to do some celeb-
rity spotting, this is the place to be.
A soap opera lifestyle isn’t just a fan-
tasy here; soap operas are modelled
on what goes down here: parties
and drama, love and intrigue! But if
this is not your thing, just walk down
the hill back to the splendid Bospo-
rus, walk along the shore first to Or-
taköy and then to Bebek, have a tea
and just chill! By the way, what you
see along the water are the palaces
of today’s superrich…as I said, Istan-
bul has it all and is desired by all!