There are certain dishes that instantly take you back in time. For me, kısır will always be tied to the golden glow of altın günü—those lively Turkish afternoon gatherings where women came together to share food, laughter, and, in the past, tiny pieces of gold as gifts. Nowadays, the gold may have disappeared (thanks, economy), but kısır remains a shining centerpiece of the table. Growing up, I’d often tag along with my mom to these get-togethers. The living room would be fil