New Yorkers are fiercely proud of their bagels, with good reason, so when confronted with something that looks like the circular bread, an initial reaction might be skepticism. But we have nothing to ...

WASHINGTON — What popular breakfast bread is round in shape, golden brown in color and covered in sesame? It’s not a bagel; it’s the simit. And the traditional Turkish food is making its mark in D.C.

From top, clockwise: a Nutella achma, tahini pastry, mozzarella poacha, walnut baklava, and a chocolate-raisin pastry. Credit: Photo by Erika Kwee So when I happened upon a Instagram image featuring ...

Peer across the counter and into the kitchen of the new Simit Fresh Mediterranean in Naples, and you'll see a wonderland. Rotisseries of stacked and marinated meats twirl and sizzle on vertical spits.

1.Toast sesame seeds in a dry frying pan over low heat until golden and fragrant. Keep a close eye as they change color very quickly. 2.Combine flour, yeast, and salt in a large bowl. Make a well in ...