Mardin tempts you to choose a café by its photograph: warm-coloured stone, a broad terrace and a table facing the horizon. Give the setting some attention, then ask what you will eat there. A satisfying food walk combines seating that suits you with a dish whose name and preparation you...
Fried irok kibbeh, a Mardin speciality.
Mardin's markets can provide both a meal and a place to buy gifts, although it helps to separate tasting from shopping. Start with a local dish, then explore the bazaar at your own pace. Choose products you enjoy and can comfortably carry and use.
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