BIC recently had a workshop on Turkey on Saturday, February 26, 2011, at Homewood Middle School. Guests were welcomed by Iris Gross, the Executive Director of BIC. A discussion including the Ottoman/Turkish influence on America, Turkey and its neighbors, an overview of Turkish history and geography, and Turkish cuisine was held. The TAAA prepared several examples of food from the Turkish cuisine for lunch. Aynur Ates-Vloon, President of the TAAA, presented a power point on the Turkish delicacies. Orrin Ford also gave a presentation about the development of modern Turkey.
