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The Elegance of the Aegean,
At the Table of the Kaz Mountains
The philosophy of Ida Blue cuisine is based on three pillars: offering the freshest seasonal produce, reflecting the authentic flavors of the region, and presenting it in a simple yet elegant presentation.
The freshest ingredients, arriving at our tables from the fertile lands of the Kaz Mountains, are blended with the millennia-old wisdom of Aegean cuisine. Each dish reflects nature at its most beautiful in that moment, respecting the producer’s labor and the essence of the ingredients. This is not just food; it’s a story about time and land.
Our Chefs:
Şengül Kırık and
Hanife Çandır
At the heart of our kitchen are two esteemed masters who have enlivened our dishes since the hotel’s founding: Şengül Kırık from Ayvacık, Çanakkale, and Hanife Çandır from Balıkesir.
They reinterpret the ancient culinary culture of the North Aegean with their own intuition, patience, and lived experience.
Each plate is shaped by a cyclical, ecological approach that is in harmony with nature.
Ingredients are carefully selected from trusted producers in our area, from our own garden, and from the freshest seasonal produce.
The result is a culinary experience that reflects the depth of simplicity, the elegance of sincerity, and the finest form of labor. This is not just food; it’s the living legacy of a culture.
Our Chefs:
Şengül Kırık and
Hanife Çandır
At the heart of our kitchen are two esteemed masters who have enlivened our dishes since the hotel’s founding: Şengül Kırık from Ayvacık, Çanakkale, and Hanife Çandır from Balıkesir.
They reinterpret the ancient culinary culture of the North Aegean with their own intuition, patience, and lived experience.
Each plate is shaped by a cyclical, ecological approach that is in harmony with nature.
Ingredients are carefully selected from trusted producers in our area, from our own garden, and from the freshest seasonal produce.
The result is a culinary experience that reflects the depth of simplicity, the elegance of sincerity, and the finest form of labor. This is not just food; it’s the living legacy of a culture.
At the Table of the Kaz Mountains
Ida Blue cuisine is not just a dining experience; it reflects our sincere devotion to nature, labor, and tradition.
Every plate tells the millennium-old story of these lands;
The quiet beauty of the Kaz Mountains meets the refined flavors of the Aegean at our table.
There’s an elegance at our table, invisible yet palpable in every bite—just like the calmness hidden in the Kaz Mountains’ breeze. This isn’t just about eating; it’s about connecting with a culture, a way of life.
Tastes Awaiting You
Natural flavors prepared with local herbs and plants grown in our garden
Seasonally selected goat and lamb meats, fed with thyme from the Kaz Mountains
Fresh seasonal fish from Babakale fishermen
Vegetables, fruits, and aromatic herbs grown using pesticide-free, ecological, and circular agriculture principles
Homemade yogurt and ice cream made with our villagers’ daily milk
Natural village eggs from Ayvacık
Artisan cheeses from Balıkesir and Çanakkale
Tahini and molasses from Tıflıpaşa, the Ottoman Palace Helvacı (Halvacı)
Wild mushrooms collected from the forests of Kaz Mountains
Regional cheeses that pair perfectly with regional wines
Signature-style homemade granola with a special recipe, with its delicious flavor
Tastes Awaiting You
Natural flavors prepared with local herbs and plants grown in our garden
Seasonally selected goat and lamb meats, fed with thyme from the Kaz Mountains
Fresh seasonal fish from Babakale fishermen
Vegetables, fruits, and aromatic herbs grown using pesticide-free, ecological, and circular agriculture principles
Homemade yogurt and ice cream made with our villagers’ daily milk
Natural village eggs from Ayvacık
Artisan cheeses from Balıkesir and Çanakkale
Tahini and molasses from Tıflıpaşa, the Ottoman Palace Helvacı (Halvacı)
Wild mushrooms collected from the forests of Kaz Mountains
Regional cheeses that pair perfectly with regional wines
Signature-style homemade granola with a special recipe, with its delicious flavor