2. • Slovak food is hearty, typical of a country with strong
rural roots. It is heavy on meat(especially pork),
potatoes, dumplings, thick sauces and cheeses. If
you’re looking for vegetables – there’s always cabbage,
often in the form of sauerkraut. Salads are not
traditional – but you will find them in restaurants in
bigger cities. Try soup or a meat/cheese appetizer.
Lunch is traditionally the largest meal of the day, with
dinner on the lighter side.
• Bread is very important in the nutrition. Most people in
Slovakia eat it for the breakfast and also quite often with
the dinner.
3. • Kebabs are dishes of plain or marinated meat either stewed or
grilled. Almost every district of Anatolia has its own kebab specialty.
Lamb is the basic meat of Turkish kitchen. Pieces of lamb threaded
on a skewer and grilled over charcoal form the famous "Sis kebab",
now known in many countries of the world. "Doner kebab”
"Alanazik", "Sac kavurma", "Tandir" and different types of "Kofte"
as typical meat dishes.
• The aubergine is used in a wide variety of dishes.Soups are coming
in a wide variety. These may be light, or rich and substantial. They
are generally based on meat stock and served at the start of the
meal. Lentil soup is the most common and best loved variety, but
there are other preferred soups such as yayla, tarhana, asiran and
guli soups.
4. • Come and see. Discover the tops of High
Tatras, the unique beauty of underground
caverns, diverse nature overflowing with
colours in each of the four seasons. Examine
the healing powers of thermal springs in
Slovak spas, wellness facilities and
entertaining water parks.
5. • A plethora of attractions allure tourists
towards the charming places to visit in Turkey.
Besides its crystal clear seas kissing the sandy
beaches, several historical Ottoman mosques
and monuments built by ancient civilizations
form the main Turkey attractions
6. • The territory of 49,035 square kilometres is
divided into 8 large regions and 79 smaller
districts/counties.
• Slovakia has a population of 5.4 million.
• Slovakia (Slovak Republic) has common
borders with the Czech Republic, Poland,
Ukraine, Hungary and Austria. It has no
access to the sea, but its mountains, plains
and rivers make it a place well worth the visit.
7. • Turkey, known officially as the Republic of
Turkey, is a Eurasian country located in
Western Asia and in East Thrace in
Southeastern Europe. Turkey is bordered by
eight countries: Bulgaria, Greece, Georgia,
Armenia, Azerbaijan, Iran, Iraq and Syria.
• Turkey consists of seven regions.
8. • Most of the Slovak dances had a vocal accompaniment. Otherwise,
the most common musical accompaniments were bagpipes, a violin,
bass and a flute. The Polish and Hungarian folklore had some
influence in certain parts. Slovak folk dances are characterized by
temperament and some syntactic freedom. Most dances are danced
without holding the partner, in a free position next to him, with
hands on the side. The fast turnings, tramples and swirling
variegate the charming choreographic construction and has a unique
temperament.
9. • There are many different types of folk dances
performed in various ways in Turkey, and these
reflect the cultural structure of each region. The
bar in Erzurum province, the halay in the East and
Southeast, the hora in Thrace, the horon in the
Black Sea and spoon dances in and around Konya
are the best known examples of these.
10. • When you meet someone with whom you expect to spend
more than a few minutes, you will have to shake hands. It is
customary that the older person, a woman or a person of
senior rank offers his or her hand first. Shake it briefly, firmly,
with a smile, while looking into the eyes of the other person.
• Kiss on the cheek (or both cheeks) and embrace (hug) are
common only among family members or very good friends.
Never do it with casual acquaintances.
• "To greet is good manners, to return a greeting is an
obligation." - always return a greeting, if you don't, the other
person will very probably feel offended. It is OK to reply the
same way the other person has greeted you.
11. • When meeting shake hands firmly. When
departing it is not always customary to shake
hands although it is practised occasionally.
• It is important to maintain eye contact when
conversing. Friends and relations would greet
each other with either one or two kisses on the
cheek. Elders are always respected by kissing
their right hand then placing the forehead onto
the hand.
12. • Gift Giving Etiquette in Slovakıa
- If you are invited to a Slovak’s home, take
wine, flowers or good quality chocolates for
the hostess.
- If giving flowers, do so in odd numbers,
except for 13, which is considered unlucky.
- Do not give chrysanthemums or calla lilies
and do not wrap flowers in purple ribbon, as
these are traditions reserved for funerals.
- Gifts are usually opened when received.
13. • Gift Giving Etiquette in Turkey
• If you are invited to a Turkish home, a gift for the
host will be expected. Typically, gifts of pastries
are given and Baklava is the most common.
Decorative items such as vases, goblets or
ornaments are also good choices.
• If children are present, then it is customary to
bring them candy or a small gift.
14. • If you are invited to a Slovak's house:
- Remove your shoes at the door.
- Arrive on time - punctuality is appreciated.
- Dress well, i.e. like you are going to work, as this shows respect for your hosts.
- Try not to discuss business in social situations unless your host brings up the
topic.
- Reciprocating any hospitality you receive goes towards strengthening a
relationship.
- Table manners are rather formal in Slovakia.
- Table manners are Continental, i.e. hold the fork in the left hand and the knife in
the right while eating.
- Wait for the host to say "do brou chut" before you begin eating.
- The napkin remains folded next to the plate. It is not unfolded and put on your
lap.
- To refuse the first offer of a second helping is polite; wait until the hostess insists
before accepting more.
- - When at home, it is polite to eat all what you have on your plate, especially
when the food is hand made.
15. • Hospitality is one of the cornerstones of Turkish life. Turkish people are very
understanding about foreigners’ different customs. For Turks, what ever religion
you follow, whichever country you are from, whichever language you speak, you
are “God’s Guest” and deserve to be welcomed in the best manner.
• You should take off your shoes when entering someone’s home. Turks pride
themselves on the cleanliness of their home and do not appreciate having the dirt
from the street taken inside. Often, your host will have a pair of indoor shoes or
slippers for guests to wear. If you do not like that idea, you can always take along
your own pair.
• It’s compulsory that every Turkish house has a separate living room which that
is saved for special occasions.
• Every Turkish home will always smell of food being cooked. That is because food is
ALWAYS being cooked in a Turkish home.
• One does not eat, drink or smoke without first offering to share.
