I love it that you did not waste an old lemon. "Waste not, want not" Love from Colorado

marvelous! but it was when you used up that old lemon that you won my heart.

I miss Istanbul. Lived for 3 years in Istanbul. Best 3 years of my life.

I like Bahar she is always hungry when you cook that way. Greetings from Macedonia.

As an Iranian, I’m in love with Turkish food and your passion about life and cooking. Wish you a happy, healthy and wealthy life. With good food there is no border between the countries and we all can love each other. 🌹

@jumanahuzefa

3 жыл бұрын

I love Persian n Turkish cuisine ❤️love from India 🇮🇳

@allalone393

Жыл бұрын

Kunafa is an Arabic dessert, not Turkish

@oandr1

2 ай бұрын

Kunafa is Arabic dish specifically from Palestine

"Only from the heart can you touch the sky." Rumi You reach us all with your love of what you do...and now we love it too. Teşekkür ederim!

origin of Knafeh is Arab they never get the credit but thanks to Rafika she makes all her videos delicious to watch, one of the best cooking channel.

As a Turk, I can confirm that Künefe is an unimaginably amazing dessert.

@ninadiamant8937

3 жыл бұрын

As a Greek, I can only agree. 👍❤️

@shaimael-elaimy590

3 жыл бұрын

As an Egyptian I concur

@sonersoner1586

3 жыл бұрын

As an somalia. Im cheese

@kyria_Vaia

3 жыл бұрын

As a second Greek,I couldn't agree more

@jonbaum

3 жыл бұрын

I grew up in Israel. Kunefe (or knaafe as the Palestinians call it) is indeed unbelievably amazing

I was just telling my husband how I love the way you explain recipes, very easy to understand and easy to remember ❤️

I'm from Brazil. Just made it today, It is delicious! Your tip with the şerbet saved this and other recipes I was doing! I didn't have the kadayıf, so I used bifun noodles (it worked!!! although I am quite sure it was too crunchy). You are amazing, thank you!

Thanks for reminding all of us to not waste anything. That's always a good idea with all of our precious home resources. And we love your recipes. And the quote from Rumi! Life-changing. Thank you for everything.

I spent 6 years working throughout the middle east... This is one of many dishes I fell in love with.

Made it for my husband's birthday...turned out to be a success!

Refıka, You are my favorite Turkish cook!! I love everything u make and how u give us little side info on history..etc also how natural u are and reminding us of not being wasteful!! Your personally is a cherry on top!! As I mentioned to you in another message, I live in Antalya Turkey and I hope to meet you one day!! Böyle devam et canım hiç değişme!! 😊

I dont even want to cook anymore... What I really want is to move to Turkey! Thanks Refika for bringing not only taste and delicious food but a glimpse to a whole culture. very inspiring!

Many people cook great food but you are the bestest teacher of KZread. Queen of Turkish cooking. Thank you.

Actually, I found those künefe pans in the Turkish store, where I live, in France, for like 2€ :) I was so happy

@refikabirgul9244

3 жыл бұрын

Wowww

@victoriashevlin8587

3 жыл бұрын

Lucky..... congrats on your find!

@mrss2114

3 жыл бұрын

Omg, you are so lucky. I want these too😆😆😀

@roseline4213

3 жыл бұрын

Bonjour. Je me permets de vous demandez où vous l avez trouvé ? Je suis a Aix en Provence

@esunes2942

3 жыл бұрын

@@roseline4213 bonsoir! L’épicerie dont je parle est à Limoges

Someday gonna visit Turkey and savor every dish ❤️ love the culture and food in Turkey ❤️

I love you so much for stressing on 'berket' everytime. You put so many efforts to detail out utensils, techniques and alternatives❤️❤️❤️

My goodness. With every video, I love you, your team, your channel, and Turkish cuisine more and more. You're all so wonderful, and the food and your presentation just keeps getting more lovely. Thanks to you, I've been cooking and eating food that isn't even available where I live, and even though quarantine has been rough in spots, your recipes, your channel, the food, and everyone involved have definitely helped smooth it out and helped me make the best of it. Thanks so much for all you all do!

the whole world should experience this beauty!! don't be afraid of cheese, it never tastes salty 💫

@jodrew1845

3 жыл бұрын

But it does clog the arteries however, no one is living forever.

@lenaea

3 жыл бұрын

@@jodrew1845 ahahahah definitely, the last time i ate this dessert was probably 3 years ago. i ate many times but it's like an addiction. you let it go or it gets you in 😂

@sadiyanp9263

3 жыл бұрын

there is goat cheese which tastes extremely salty. like saltier than actual salt🥴🥴. we cannot use it here. different places have their own version of cheese. may be that is the reason she told take cheese whch is less saltier.

my favorite desserts : 1- Kunefe 2- Baklava

@bubbletwinsmom

3 жыл бұрын

Sütlaç

thank you thank you thank you I am from Egypt and I love kunafe

I love that you referenced Shams Tabrizi quote to making this kunefe when you flipped it in the pan. ♥️

In Bosnia is totally different, so as Borek, we make, thanks to dear mother Turkey, all these beautiful receipts we make in Bosnia, makes us unique from the other Balkan countries. We are very proud of our ancestors. Go Refika, you amazed me.

@drytoon1507

2 жыл бұрын

"Mother Turkey" ? No, is this a joke ? Why do then Bosniaks brandish the noble medieval Bosnian flag with the Golden Lily (zlatni Ljiljan) that originates from the Bosnian Kings who were defeated by the Ottomans?! Why then not just waving the Turkish flag directly? Or maybe is it just you? Be proud of what you are, without sticking to another Nation's boots ! You can love Turkish food (or others) without crawling at the Sultan's feet...

@drytoon1507

2 жыл бұрын

@@yemekkitabi something you perfectly understood. If not, go to school. What's your problem? You prefer a Bosnian translation?

@drytoon1507

2 жыл бұрын

@@yemekkitabi No worries Nilay. And yes, what you say is true. I personally appreciate Turks as a lot of other nations amidst whom I have friends and colleagues, but I can't stand when some Bosnians consider Turkey as a "mother Nation" because Ottomans brought them Islam. Or at least, I'm ok with that (I respect all opinions) but then they should be consistent with their convictions and not say "Mother Turkey" while raising the historical Bosnian flag the Ottomans precisely forbid 500 years ago. I hope I didn't hurt you. Wish you the best

I love how you explained the entire process and make use of every single ingredient to the fullest.

The recipes, the cultural info, and the glowing effervescence of the chef......Refika, is what keeps me coming back. The imagery of such an amazing, beautiful city with such an amazing history is another plus. We in the west don't see much of Turkey, other than the political side of things when Erdogan makes some sort of decree or the resident PKK make a move. That's all we get. It's so refreshing to see how the Turks are just like us :))))) Love food, freedom, friends, and the good life.

For some reason i haven't gotten any of your notifications for a few months. I felt something was missing in my life/on youtube. Now I know! Totally missed this energy and yummy recipes! Glad you are still making videos in English!

I love the way u explain each and every step so minutely, just like my mother. Your presence on screen brings life to food. thankyou for being so soulful.

Wow, looks yummy 😋 Greetings from California USA 🇺🇸

Cheese, and pasta, and sugar?? I had no idea that Turkish food could be so irresponsibly decadent. This is such an inspiration! This is quickly becoming my favorite cooking channel. Thank you!

Love this lady full of life.. Her smile brings alot of energy to others

Thank you Refika for sharing not only these wonderful recipes, but also inspirational quote! It made my day!

Love from Arizona, Refika you have the sweetest heart and soul, and of course your cooking is Awesome!!!,.❤️

@queenjenna2696

3 жыл бұрын

Yes I'm in Arizona Tempe actually and I am making this for my son who actually luvs this. I picked up all my ingredients from Haji Baba a little treat before the Christmas holiday and Because he is working so hard on his JUDO classes and at work as well besides I luv this with a spot of tea. It's so refreshing to see another Refika fan and out in Arizona yay 😊

@kristinvanausdal8256

3 жыл бұрын

I'm in Arizona, too. I'd love to make this and I'm sure there's places that sell the ingredients in the Valley.

@yigittuncel4003

3 жыл бұрын

As a Turk that lived in Tempe area before, Baiz should carry all these ingredients. I used to do my "oriental" shopping from there and I pretty much found everything I needed. Definitely try their labneh too :) Enjoy!

@claudellehammon8205

2 жыл бұрын

I’m also in Arizona! Cheers to my Arizona neighbors. Cheers to all around the world. Good food makes us all neighbors, and happy.

When looking for arabic recipes on utube, I came across your recipes and since then have and love watching you cook. You do a great job of step to step explaining as well as making the cooking an interesting and fun loving episode to watch.You have a wonderful and humble nature. Will definitely try out these mouth watering dishes and send you a feedback on how it turned out. Thanks heaps for being an inspiration to me and the rest of everyone who watches your channel.

Harikasin Refika! Özellikle türk kültürünü dünyaya acman muazzam bir hareket. Senin vizyonunu cok seviyorum. Elimden geldigi kadar kanalinizi destekliyorum. Iyiki varsiniz. Memleketimiz icin hayirli isler yapiyorsun! Tesekkürler

I am a filipina fan of yours!! And i love kunefe!!! Thank you for the recipe!!!! 😘😘😘 more recipes!!!!!

Wonderful! Always glad to see you and SOOOO happy to learn more traditional foods and their history.

Pistachio, clotted cream, cheese, sherbet - and Rumi on the side; heaven on a plate ❤️

As an American from Kansas, I think it’s looks amazing!

You make everything so simple.. Loved Bahar and her sugar rush..

OMG i love anything you cook, i love so much turkish food. Love from Argentina!

She references Rumi. I love this channel.

I just LOVE your whole way in the kitchen!! It is so so delightful! You make me so happy just watching you, and learning from you, and basking in your true generosity of spirit. You're just this cool sliver of the brightest sunlight from across the world. Thank you. And I'm TOTALLY gonna make this fabulous dessert asap!! 🥰

I have tried few different kunefes I love love the Turkish Kunefe crispy and yummy. ITS THE BEST

My god that looks spectacular! Beautifully shot and as always, you are charming to watch. Thank you!

You just made me want to buy Turkish cookware for my home. Thank you for sharing.

Dear Refika, my American friends are big fan of Turkish kitchen and they ask me about some recipies. When I found some of them, I was sending to them but it was not enough. I discovered your english recipie channel and I sent it my American friends! Now they can cook Turkish recipies thanks to you! I already big fan of you but this channel is amazing! Thank you sooo much! We love you!🥰💥🤩🌺💫

@Refika

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your kindest words and sharing the love, take care! Love you! 🥰

@rahsanapay6449

3 жыл бұрын

@@Refika 💝

Others "Hi everyone!" Refika "High Everyone!" Love from Seoul ♥♥♥♥

I love your energy and love for what you do and above all your down to earth attitude.

You're never really going to miss with a fried cheese pie, are you? This is precisely what I would eat all to myself.

I have dreams about this beautiful, glorious dessert.

I'm drooling 🤤 right now. You're awesome. Love to watch and listen to your stories and histories. I'm going to make this. Thank you 😊

I love the joy and excitement and passion you create in cooking ... Surely reflects your Heart in this Art ... keep shining ... lots of love 💜✌💃❄

Sen nasıl güzel bir ayrıntısın Refika 🥰 mutfağınızın bereketi bol olsun

I really appreciate you showing berket!

I want a Kunefe pillow that i will hug, repose on and take a bite occasionally, perhaps in heaven😁😁

@Refika

3 жыл бұрын

Hahahhaa .. ket me be your pillow.. hug me 😘🙏

@ggoddkkiller1342

3 жыл бұрын

​@@Refika😍😍😍

@mrss2114

3 жыл бұрын

@@Refika I want to hug you too Rafika❤️👩‍❤️‍💋‍👩 my dear .

@sheepdog2423

3 жыл бұрын

Not with that name lol

@malikahmad8170

3 жыл бұрын

Sad news, we would see your obituary soon in the somewhere middle pages of a local newspaper

I made this for New Year’s Eve and it was amazing. I used mozzarella cheese as I didn’t have the rest handy, but it tasted so good! I’ve never been to turkey but hopefully will try the real deal one day. This will be my go to desert for when I have people over, it’s super quick. I’ve purchased the frozen kadaif and it is very handy to have for when needed. 👍 so good

You always explain very well, every little detail. You are good teacher as well.

This lady my favourite ❤️

You girls have so much fun! I wish I could join you...Refika cooks, Bahar camera and I your dishwasher!!😂 And yes...one Rumi quote with each video 🙏...my favourite philosopher and poet " only from your heart can you touch the sky" ... that's how Refika touches us all with her recipes and her presentation... heartfelt passion!! ❤️🙏 Thank you!

@daakudaddy5453

2 жыл бұрын

Most of Rumi in English is grossly mistranslated. Most of his original poetry is just about Allah, Quran and Mohammad, very conservative and almost extremist. But the translator, an amateur non certified Persian translator, removed all religious elements. So the Rumi you know is not even the real Rumi.

I so love your show!!!!! Thank you and your team for these delightful shows. Wishing you all a wonderful holiday season. May all your good wishes come true💖😇💐

What i like the most about your tutorials Rafika is not just the food, it's about your energy, your friendliness, cultural lessons, history, even details with plates Everything you do is just so beautiful and refreshing ❤😌🤗

@Refika

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much dear ♥️ lots of love!!

It’s the perfect balance of sweet and savory! Love you Refika and the videos coming!

This is amazing! Definitely going to try this 😍😍. You’re the best Refika!

I’m from the UK. I’ve been hunting for a recipe and this one is the best I’ve ever come across! Thank you! Xxx

I love your videos the way you explain, the simplicity, the Authenticity each and very single thing😍

I have watched this so many times now cause it looks so good! Finally making it for new years. Thanks for the recipe ☺️

OMG I want to cook this now. Loving all you tips and tricks and your sense of humour and seriously the way you eat and share just shows love and passion.

Oh. My. Goodness! Thank you.

I think I’m going to try this with mozzarella and ricotta mixed with a bit of sugar. Thank you for this recipe

This will going to be my eid desert

Beautiful soul, beautiful recipes and beautiful backdrop. This channel is delicious!

Oh the kunefe! My favourite turkish dessert! I bet this is what they eat in heaven! Is mozarella cheese suitable for the kunefe? And by the way to be honest it was very difficult for me to find dil peynir even in the big supermarkets in Turkey :( I hope someday you make a fistikli katmer recipe ❤️

Today i made my first kunefe, we have tried it when we where in Turkey, and loved it ever since. I can't buy it in the shops over here so i tried your recipe, and we love it. thank you and you team so much, thanks to you i can learn how to cook a good Turkeys dish❤ 🇱🇺

Thank you!! Love all your videos!! You make magic happen in your kitchen!!!

That kunefe banana dessert sounds amazing. I'm gonna have to look up recipes for that.

Kunefe is my favorite dessert! Definitely going to try make it! Lots of love from israel!

I think I could eat the whole thing myself! Great recipe thank you for showing us all how to make it.

Omg I've always been fascinated by this dish! I loved how everything turned out.

I Love Künefe. I also bought a few künefe pans from a Turkish restaurant 😜 just to make it at home. In Germany we are Lucky and can buy fresh kadayif and the künefe cheese in the many Turkish supermarkets

Waaaw Rafika! MY mouth is watering to try this Recipe.😋thank you and God bless you😍🌻🌻👍

Refika, thank you for the great content! I love it when you give the information about the background and history of food, along with the amazing videos from places... Love from Bulgaria

Refika. I love how you honor the food so much. thank you. you are one of the best people. I love your country and the food!

I have to make this...it’s now on my list of dish to look for either in a Turkish restaurant or market....when C-19 ends but while I wait I am going to try and make it.

Hi refika. That's lovely! I'm eager to discover a briyani recipe from your channel.

Everytime i watch your videos, i say Alhamdulillah that i found your channel. You are a great story teller and cook. Your videos are spot on in terms of editing, content, recipes, how you cook, how you narrate, how you educate! MashaAllāh and thankyou ❤

My absolute fav dessert anywhere ! Its the first thing I eat once I land on Turkey ..not joking ! I love that copper pan

I found Kadayf in Romania as well ! I can t wait to try this ! ❤️ just so you know I wanna try turkish food because of you ! Keep up the good work i can t wait for you to post another amazing recipe !

Finally. I was waiting for you to make this :D You are amazing Refika :)

I will try it today

I just discovered you and LOVE your video's. You do an incredible job of explaining, giving history and presenting the food!

Im in love with how u make it look so easy but yet how beautifully delicious the food is at the end. ❤️

@Refika

2 жыл бұрын

Thank youuu

RUMI was such a Great man, I Love that you quoted him

Oh my God! Thank you for this amazing receipe i made this today and my husband ate it all!!!

I have fallen in love with you!!! Girl your imagination is beautiful!! Can’t wait to try this!

Hooray for Bereket! A wonderful philosophy :-D

Went from "no way I can ever make this" to actually debating when to do so! Gotta get to that Bahar sugar-rush zone fast; I hear it's the best place to be during a pandemic.

@Refika

3 жыл бұрын

Hahahhaa... yoı are always welcome here.. you can really really make it..

Excellent thank you for sharing ❤️❤️

Refika, may God give you lots of 'Bereket' in whatever you do. Ameen