Reaction to Adana kebab being ranked 3rd in the list of 'Turkey's most iconic flavors'

In a study conducted across Turkey on products with geographical indication, Adana kebab ranked third among "the first geographical indication flavors that come to mind," following Gaziantep baklava and Malatya apricot. Adana kebabists and citizens reacted to the list by saying "Lobbying." In a study measuring the awareness of products with geographical indication, Gaziantep baklava ranked first with 26 percent, followed by Malatya apricot with 14 percent, Adana kebab with 8 percent, and Antep pistachio with 7 percent. After the results were shared with the public, Adana residents reacted to the ranking. Adana kebabists and citizens stated that the results were incorrect and incomplete. Kebabist Yaşar Aydın, who expressed surprise and sadness upon seeing the list, stated that Adana kebab is a flavor consumed worldwide, saying, "These matters are a matter of lobbying. Whoever's lobby is strong will bring that city's, that region's flavor to the forefront. This is a fact. This ...