Carrying on Malatya's world-famous apricot tradition, Darende offers an essential flavor experience with sun-dried apricots, mulberry molasses and local preserves.
Darende, part of Malatya province, is part of one of the world's highest quality apricot-producing regions. Sun-dried apricots, apricot jam and apricot marmalade are among the region's most prized gastronomic products.
Mulberry molasses obtained from mulberry orchards has been produced and consumed for centuries for its sweet and energizing properties. Grape molasses and vinegar are also important elements of local cuisine.
Most of these products can be purchased from local markets or from shops in the Yusuf Pasha Bedesten.