Michael Butterworth

Istanbul, Turkey

Michael Butterworth is the cofounder of thecoffeecompass.com. An experienced competitive barista, Michael discovered a love for food and beverage through coffee. He is a frequent contributor to Fresh Cup Magazine and Sprudge Wine. He lives in Istanbul, Turkey where he can be heard speaking Turkish with a terrible American accent.

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Istanbul, Turkey | Drink

Salep Staves Off Cold and Prepares to Go Global

In Istanbul and beyond, salep, a traditional cold weather drink with a complex ingredient list, is poised for a global introduction.

Food

Turkish Cypriot Cuisine Represents and Inspires

Turkish Cypriot cuisine evidences a deeply complex history, while being represented on modern tables in simple iterations.

Istanbul, Turkey | Food

The Proof is in the Pudding

The tradition of Turkish pudding in muhallebicis keeps the changing city of Istanbul rooted in its history.

Turkey | Drink

Adventures on the Turkish Wine Route

In Turkey, the Thrace Wine Route is home to producers turning out exciting wines with historic roots and a strong global future.