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Cappadocia's culinary heritage is deeply rooted in the volcanic soil and crisp mountain air—and at Argos in Cappadocia, the environment is honored at every meal. Two celebrated restaurants, Seki and Nahita, lead the region's gastronomic renaissance. eir philosophy? at food is not simply nourishment, but a sacred link between land and culture. Seki, perched above one of the largest natural wine cellars in Turkey, is a love letter to seasonal produce and traditional recipes reimagined through a modern lens. Terraced into the hillside, the restaurant offers guests not only exquisite dining but a stage for sunset's golden performance. en there's Nahita—a bold culinary experiment grounded in Anatolian roots. Under the guidance of visionary chefs, Nahita blends ancient techniques with forward-thinking presentations. e result is unforgettable: lamb slow-cooked in stone ovens, heirloom vegetables from Argos in Cappadocia's organic gardens, and wines from volcanic vineyards that carry the mineral kiss of Cappadocia's tuff-rich soil. Guests sip on native varietals like Kalecik Karası and Emir, aged in the subterranean wine cellar that once housed monks and merchants, now reborn as a temple of taste. Culinary Alchemy from Anatolia to Your Pl ate VUE ON | TRAVEL 84 VUENJ.COM

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