Künefe
in Istanbul
A hot dessert of crisp shredded pastry wrapped around melted cheese, soaked lightly in syrup, and finished with pistachios. It is sweet, stretchy, and best eaten immediately while the center is still molten.
Did you know?
Künefe is most closely associated with Hatay in southern Turkey, but Istanbul diners happily claim it as one of the city's favorite hot desserts.
Where to Find It
1 place to try Künefe in Istanbul
Hatay Medeniyetler Sofrasi
$$$$Aksaray
A reliable name for Hatay specialties in Istanbul, especially hot, stretchy kunefe served fresh from the oven.
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