Dishes you should try in Yalova: Yalova Kestane Balı (Yalova chestnut honey). This guide also covers the local products to buy and what Yalova is famous for.
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Famous Dishes of Yalova
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Yalova Kestane Balı (Yalova chestnut honey)
Honey registered with a geographical indication.
Local Specialities from the Districts of Yalova
What to eat in Yalova Central District
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Sweets Made with Yalova Chestnuts
Chestnut sugar and chestnut dessert made from Yalova's famous chestnuts are among the city's best-known delicacies.
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Marmara Balıkları (Marmara fish)
Fish such as çinekop, lüfer and palamut caught in the Sea of Marmara are served fresh in Yalova's seafront restaurants.
What to eat in Altinova
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Marmara Balıkları (Marmara fish)
Fish caught in the Gulf of İzmit are served fresh in Altınova's seafront restaurants.
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Kestane Tatlısı (chestnut dessert)
A dessert made from Yalova's famous chestnuts, also eaten in Altınova.
What to eat in Armutlu
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Marmara Fish
Fish caught in the Sea of Marmara are served fresh in Armutlu's seaside restaurants.
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Olive Oil Dishes
Dishes prepared with olive oil from Armutlu's olive trees reflect the flavours of Aegean and Marmara cuisine.
What to eat in Çınarcık
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Marmara Balıkları (Marmara fish)
Fish caught in the Sea of Marmara, such as çinekop, lüfer and palamut, are served fresh in Çınarcık's seaside restaurants.
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Kestane Tatlısı (chestnut dessert)
A dessert made from Yalova's famous chestnuts, one of Çınarcık's best-known flavours.
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Kızılcık (cornelian cherry)
Cornelian cherry has been produced in Şenköy for many years. At the Şenköy Cornelian Cherry Festival, cornelian cherry ice cream and cornelian cherry syrup are served.
What to eat in Çiftlikköy
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Marmara Balıkları (Marmara fish)
Fish caught in the Sea of Marmara are served fresh in Çiftlikköy's seafront restaurants.
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Kestane Tatlısı (chestnut dessert)
A dessert made from Yalova's famous chestnuts, also eaten in Çiftlikköy.
What to eat in Termal
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Kestane Kebabı (roasted chestnuts)
Yalova's famous chestnuts roasted over a fire and served, a favourite winter treat.
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Marmara Balıkları (Marmara fish)
Fish caught in the Sea of Marmara are served fresh in Termal's restaurants.
What to Buy in Yalova: Local Products
- Yalova Aronyası (Yalova aronia) Aronia fruit registered with a geographical indication (protected designation of origin).
- Yalova Kivisi (Yalova kiwi) Kiwi registered with a geographical indication (protected designation of origin).
- Yalova Kestane Balı (Yalova chestnut honey) Honey registered with a geographical indication.
- Çınarcık İşi (Çınarcık handicraft) A handicraft registered with a geographical indication.
What Yalova Is Famous For: Culture and Traditions
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Thermal tradition
A hot-spring culture that has continued since Roman and Byzantine times.
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Traces of Atatürk
The mansions where Atatürk stayed in Yalova from 1927 onwards.
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Migrant cultures
In Termal and its surroundings, traces of the Georgian, Laz and Balkan migrants who arrived after the Russo-Turkish War of 1877–78.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I eat in Yalova?
Yalova is known for 1 local dishes, above all Yalova Kestane Balı (Yalova chestnut honey). Honey registered with a geographical indication.
What is Yalova famous for?
Yalova is known for Yalova Kestane Balı (Yalova chestnut honey), Yalova Aronyası (Yalova aronia) and Thermal tradition. Its best-known sights include Walking Mansion (Yürüyen Köşk) and Yalova Atatürk Mansion.
What to buy in Yalova?
Local products and souvenirs to buy in Yalova include Yalova Aronyası (Yalova aronia), Yalova Kivisi (Yalova kiwi), Yalova Kestane Balı (Yalova chestnut honey) and Çınarcık İşi (Çınarcık handicraft).