A Simit is a circular bread with sesame seeds, very common in Turkey.The characteristics of simit (size, crunchiness/chewiness, etc.) tend to vary by region. In the city of İzmir, simit is known as "gevrek," (literally, 'crisp') although it is very similar to the Istanbul variety.

Tarhana is based on a fermented mixture of grain and yoghurt or fermented milk, usually consumed as soup. As it is both acid and low-moisture, it preserves milk proteins effectively for long periods.

Sira or sira is a Turkish non-alcoholic drink made from slightly fermented grape juice.