Exploring the Delicious Mediterranean World of Pita at Istanbul Mediterranean In the heart of the vibrant Las Vegas Strip, there’s a Mediterranean oasis known as Istanbul Mediterranean. Offering an exciting culinary adventure, this eatery serves up an authentic taste of Mediterranean cuisine with a focus on one staple ingredient: pita bread. Pita bread is a fundamental part of Mediterranean cuisine. Originating from the Middle East, this soft, fluffy bread forms the perfect pocket for a variety of fillings. At Istanbul Mediterranean, we’ve taken this concept to new heights, crafting the ultim ..read more

Welcome to Istanbul Mediterranean Restaurant, the perfect destination for authentic Turkish cuisine in the heart of Las Vegas. Our restaurant is located on the bustling Las Vegas Strip, where we serve the most delicious and flavorful shawarma wraps you will ever taste. At Istanbul Mediterranean Restaurant, we use only the freshest and highest-quality ingredients to create our signature shawarma wraps. Our wraps are filled with succulent halal beef or lamb, juicy chicken, and fresh vegetables such as tomatoes, pickles, lettuce, and onion. We also offer a variety of homemade sauces, including ta ..read more

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Can you believe that you can make your life better in many ways by eating delicious, good food? It seems hard to believe, but the Mediterranean diet gives you this opportunity. The benefits of the Mediterranean diet have been studied by many researchers lately. It has many positive impacts on the physical and mental health of the individual. Please, go ahead and read our article about the Mediterranean diet and make your world a better place. It May Reduce Your Risk of Heart Disease  The Mediterranean diet is most known for its positive effect on the heart. It is rich in fats found in nut ..read more

Mediterranean grill is one of the most delicious parts of Mediterranean cuisine. Having a central role in world history for thousands of years, this region has also created unique recipes and delicacies for the enjoyment of Roman emperors, mighty sultans, Ottoman rulers, and Spanish explorers.  These delicious meals are now available in Las Vegas as well with our Mediterranean grill restaurant in Las Vegas. Although this cuisine has a large community of fans in the United States and Las Vegas, it will be helpful to provide some basic information on the Mediterranean grill menu and meals t ..read more

Gyro (Doner) Grilling a vertical spit of stacked meat slices and cutting it off as it cooks was developed in Bursa in the 19th century Ottoman Empire, and called doner kebab (Turkish: döner kebap). Following World War II, doner kebab made with lamb was present in Athens, introduced by immigrants from Anatolia and the Middle East. A distinct Greek variation developed, often made with pork and served with tzatziki sauce, which later became known as gyros. Gyro Wrapped Sandwich By 1970, gyros wrapped sandwiches were already a popular fast food in Athens, as well as in Chicago and New York Cit ..read more

Doner (Shawarma) Kebab Doner kebab, or in short doner, is known almost all around the world. Sure, ingredients and sauces vary, and often it even comes under a different name. Shawarma, gyros, tacos al pastor, sufllaqe or kabab Torki are some of the derivations of it. But the doner basics remain the same: beaten pieces of meat are seasoned with suet, local herbs and spices, skewered on a spit and grilled vertically. Originally the meat used for doner kebab was lamb. Today, in Istanbul, it is made of a lamb and beef mixture, or even only beef. The Origin of Doner Kebab ..read more

Halal Shawarma (Doner) in Las Vegas “The word Shawarma, from the Turkish çevirme (rotating), is the Arabic name for what the Turks call döner kebabs (Döner means “one that turns”).” Quotation: Gil MARKS. “Encyclopedia of Jewish Food.” “Shawarma is thinly sliced roasted seasoned lamb or turkey wrapped in flatbread.” Origin: Turkey Other names: chawarma, shaurma, showarma; Turkey: döner kebab Roasted lamb with flatbread is an ancient Middle Eastern combination, dating in Jewish cookery to the biblical paschal lamb of the Passover Seder wrapped in soft matza. The more recent shawarma is a si ..read more

Mediterranean Cuisine The Mediterranean region is bordered by cities that have influenced the cuisine over the years, creating a rich blend of cultures with a South Eastern Anatolian twist. That is why Mediterranean cuisine consists of a variety of fruit, vegetables, meat and fish dishes. Delicious flavors are emphasized by the use of olive oil and spices. Side dishes are also at the heart of Mediterranean cuisine. Antalya The food production in greenhouses is reflected in the cuisine of Antalya. Thus, vegetables and fruits are incorporated into many dishes. In the inner city, there ..read more

Tahini Sauce Tahini Sauce, called “tahina” in some countries, appears prolifically in the cuisines of the Mediterranean and the Middle East; the earliest known mention of it dates back to 3500 BC. A paste made from ground sesame seeds, it’s often blended into classic dips, such as hummus and baba ghanoush. Tahini-based sauces appear widely in Armenian, Turkish, Iraqi, Cypriot, Greek, East Asian, and Indian fare. Creative cooks worldwide recognize the versatility of this simple but flavorful and nutritious ingredient. What Is Tahini? Grinding sesame seeds turns them into a thick, oily past ..read more