Istanbul Rice varieties have always had a special place in Turkish cuisine. It has always played a leading role in ceremonies, from Mevlids to weddings, from circumcision ceremonies to funeral dinners. At the same time, Istanbul rice varieties are indispensable for daily tables. It accompanies both meat and vegetable dishes. Even some dishes are incomplete without it. It is impossible to even think of dishes such as beans, chicken, karniyarik, chickpeas with meat, without rice.
Pilaf had been consumed in the Ottoman palace cuisine since the 15th century. In fact, according to some sources, Istanbul rice varieties date back to ancient times. However, in the 15th century, it became one of the valuable dishes of the sultan's table. It decorated the sultans' victory tables and cooked it specially at feasts and celebrations. It is known that more than 10 different types of pilaf were cooked in the palace at that time. Although it has many varieties, pilaf, which is a valuable dish, was generally consumed alone and was often served last on the table and eaten as a side dish.
Istanbul Rice varieties became widespread only in the 18th century and were cooked in middle-class kitchens. Pilaf is consumed fondly all over the world, albeit under different names. The best Istanbul rice varieties accompany your meals at Serbethane.
Serbethane Cafe & Restaurant; It is located on Arasta Bazaar Street, under the Sultanahmet Mosque and Social Complex. Sherbethane; It is one of the most decent Cafes and Restaurants in Sultanahmet and has a customer portfolio consisting of local and foreign tourists and tourist groups. In Şerbethane; Ottoman Sherbet, Breakfast, Selections from World Cuisine, Hookah, Tea, Coffee and Soft Drinks are served.