TURKISH CUISINE BROUGHT TO GERMANY BY MIGRANT TURKS

Latif Çelik

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TURKISH CUISINE BROUGHT TO GERMANY BY MIGRANT TURKS

Yazarlar:

Latif Çelik

Yayıncı:

Ayla KAŞOĞLU

Ana Başlıklar:

Türk Kültür Tarihi | Yakınçağ Avrupa Tarihi

Dergi:

Avrasya Uluslararası Araştırmalar Dergisi Vol.13 Issue 45, pp.171-186

Belge Tipi:

Makale

Yayın Tarihi:

9/2025

Belge Dili:

Türkçe

Document ID (Org No.):

2001348542

pISSN:

2147-2610

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 In the early 1960s, Germany began accepting workers from various countries, particularly Turkey, in order to address its labor shortage. These workers, referred to as Gastarbeiter guest workers, brought not only their labor but also their cultural traditions and culinary heritage. During this process, Turkish cuisine gradually became recognized and appreciated in Germany. In the early years, migrants relied on ingredients they brought with them or sourced locally in limited quantities to prepare familiar Turkish dishes. Over time, the proliferation of Turkish grocery stores and markets made it easier to access authentic ingredients. Traditional meals prepared in the homes of Turkish workers began to be shared with German neighbors, who responded with great interest. One of the most notable examples of the growing influence of Turkish cuisine in Germany is the widespread popularity of döner kebab. Adapted to suit German tastes, döner rapidly gained prominence as a street food starting in the 1970s and has since become one of the most beloved fast food items in Germany. Despite ongoing debates between Germany and Turkey regarding its origins, döner has clearly surpassed many other fast food types in popularity. Its appeal continues to rise, especially among younger generations. In addition, signature Turkish foods such as börek, lahmacun, köfte, and baklava have become increasingly widespread. This cultural exchange, initiated through migration, has strengthened the ties between the two societies. Today, Germany has become a multicultural gastronomic hub for both Turks and other nationalities. Turkish cuisine has not only enriched German food culture with its flavors, but also served as a cultural bridge. The growing number of Turkish restaurants each year reflects the continued interest in and appreciation for Turkish tastes. This article examines the Turkish-origin dishes introduced to Germany through migration and now widely enjoyed by the German public.

 In the early 1960s, Germany began accepting workers from various countries, particularly Turkey, in order to address its labor shortage. These workers, referred to as Gastarbeiter guest workers, brought not only their labor but also their cultural traditions and culinary heritage. During this process, Turkish cuisine gradually became recognized and appreciated in Germany. In the early years, migrants relied on ingredients they brought with them or sourced locally in limited quantities to prepare familiar Turkish dishes. Over time, the proliferation of Turkish grocery stores and markets made it easier to access authentic ingredients. Traditional meals prepared in the homes of Turkish workers began to be shared with German neighbors, who responded with great interest. One of the most notable examples of the growing influence of Turkish cuisine in Germany is the widespread popularity of döner kebab. Adapted to suit German tastes, döner rapidly gained prominence as a street food starting in the 1970s and has since become one of the most beloved fast food items in Germany. Despite ongoing debates between Germany and Turkey regarding its origins, döner has clearly surpassed many other fast food types in popularity. Its appeal continues to rise, especially among younger generations. In addition, signature Turkish foods such as börek, lahmacun, köfte, and baklava have become increasingly widespread. This cultural exchange, initiated through migration, has strengthened the ties between the two societies. Today, Germany has become a multicultural gastronomic hub for both Turks and other nationalities. Turkish cuisine has not only enriched German food culture with its flavors, but also served as a cultural bridge. The growing number of Turkish restaurants each year reflects the continued interest in and appreciation for Turkish tastes. This article examines the Turkish-origin dishes introduced to Germany through migration and now widely enjoyed by the German public.

 In the early 1960s, Germany began accepting workers from various countries, particularly Turkey, in order to address its labor shortage. These workers, referred to as Gastarbeiter guest workers, brought not only their labor but also their cultural traditions and culinary heritage. During this process, Turkish cuisine gradually became recognized and appreciated in Germany. In the early years, migrants relied on ingredients they brought with them or sourced locally in limited quantities to prepare familiar Turkish dishes. Over time, the proliferation of Turkish grocery stores and markets made it easier to access authentic ingredients. Traditional meals prepared in the homes of Turkish workers began to be shared with German neighbors, who responded with great interest. One of the most notable examples of the growing influence of Turkish cuisine in Germany is the widespread popularity of döner kebab. Adapted to suit German tastes, döner rapidly gained prominence as a street food starting in the 1970s and has since become one of the most beloved fast food items in Germany. Despite ongoing debates between Germany and Turkey regarding its origins, döner has clearly surpassed many other fast food types in popularity. Its appeal continues to rise, especially among younger generations. In addition, signature Turkish foods such as börek, lahmacun, köfte, and baklava have become increasingly widespread. This cultural exchange, initiated through migration, has strengthened the ties between the two societies. Today, Germany has become a multicultural gastronomic hub for both Turks and other nationalities. Turkish cuisine has not only enriched German food culture with its flavors, but also served as a cultural bridge. The growing number of Turkish restaurants each year reflects the continued interest in and appreciation for Turkish tastes. This article examines the Turkish-origin dishes introduced to Germany through migration and now widely enjoyed by the German public.

 1960lı yılların başında Almanya, iş gücü açığını kapatmak için Türkiye başta olmak üzere birçok ülkeden işçi kabul etmeye başladı. Gastarbeiter misafir işçi olarak adlandırılan bu işçiler, yalnızca emeklerini değil, aynı zamanda kültürlerini ve mutfaklarını da beraberlerinde getirdiler. Bu süreçte Türk mutfağı, Almanyada giderek tanınmaya ve sevilmeye başlandı. İlk dönemlerde göçmenler, alışkın oldukları Türk yemeklerini hazırlamak için yanlarında getirdikleri malzemeleri ve sınırlı yerel kaynakları kullanıyorlardı. Zamanla Türk bakkallarının ve marketlerinin yaygınlaşmasıyla birlikte Almanyada Türk mutfağına özgü malzemelere ulaşmak daha kolay hâle geldi. Türk işçilerin evlerinde hazırladığı geleneksel yemekler, Alman komşularla paylaşılmaya başlandı ve bu lezzetler Alman toplumu tarafından büyük ilgi gördü. Türk mutfağının Almanyadaki etkisinin en belirgin örneklerinden biri dönere olan büyük ilgidir. Alman damak zevkine uyarlanarak yapılan döner, 1970lerden itibaren sokak lezzetleri arasında hızla popülerleşti ve günümüzde Almanların vazgeçilmez yiyeceklerinden biri hâline geldi. Almanya ile Türkiye arasında dönerin kökenine dair süregelen tartışmalara rağmen dönerin diğer fast food türlerine kıyasla çok daha fazla ilgi gördüğü açıktır. 21. yüzyıl gençliği arasında da dönerin popülerliği artarak devam etmektedir. Bunun yanında börek, lahmacun, köfte ve baklava gibi Türk mutfağının özgün lezzetleri de Almanyada yaygın hâle gelmiştir. Göç ile başlayan bu kültürel etkileşim, iki toplum arasındaki bağları güçlendirmiştir. Bugün Almanya, hem Türkler hem de diğer milletler için çokkültürlü bir gastronomi merkezi hâline gelmiştir. Türk mutfağı Almanyadaki yemek kültürüne yalnızca lezzet katmakla kalmamış aynı zamanda kültürel bir köprü olmayı da başarmıştır. Sayıları her yıl artan Türk restoranları Türk damak tadına olan ilginin yükselişini sürdürdüğünü göstermektedir. Bu makalede göçmen Türkler aracılığıyla Almanyaya taşınan ve günümüzde Almanlar tarafından da büyük beğeni toplayan Türkiye kökenli lezzetler incelenmektedir.

Makale detayları

TURKISH CUISINE BROUGHT TO GERMANY BY MIGRANT TURKS

Yazarlar:

Latif Çelik

Yayıncı:

Ayla KAŞOĞLU

Ana Başlıklar:

Türk Kültür Tarihi | Yakınçağ Avrupa Tarihi

Dergi:

Avrasya Uluslararası Araştırmalar Dergisi Vol.13 Issue 45, pp.171-186

Belge Tipi:

Makale

Yayın Tarihi:

9/2025

Belge Dili:

Türkçe

Document ID (Org No.):

2001348542

pISSN:

2147-2610

Turkish Cuisine

Turkish Flavors in Germany

Turkish-Origin Dishes

Multicultural Gastronomy

Turkish TasteTürk Mutfağı

Almanya’da Türk Lezzetleri

Türkiye Kökenli Yemekler

Gastronomi

Türk Damak Tadı

Sayı

Makale detayları

Yazarlar: Latif Çelik

Yayıncı: Ayla KAŞOĞLU

Ana Başlıklar: Türk Kültür Tarihi | Yakınçağ Avrupa Tarihi

Dergi: Avrasya Uluslararası Araştırmalar Dergisi Vol.13 Issue 45, pp.171-186

Belge Tipi: Makale

Yayın Tarihi: 9/2025

Belge Dili: Türkçe

Document ID (Org No.): 2001348542

pISSN: 2147-2610

Sayı

Yazarlar:

Latif Çelik

Yayıncı:

Ayla KAŞOĞLU

Ana Başlıklar:

Türk Kültür Tarihi | Yakınçağ Avrupa Tarihi

Dergi:

Avrasya Uluslararası Araştırmalar Dergisi Vol.13 Issue 45, pp.171-186

Belge Tipi:

Makale

Yayın Tarihi:

9/2025

Belge Dili:

Türkçe

Document ID (Org No.):

2001348542

pISSN:

2147-2610