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MYK Restoran

Chef Mehmet Yalçınkaya guides a seasonal Turkish kitchen that rotates menus monthly and earns a Gault&Millau 12.5 rating.

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The story

MYK Restoran in São Paulo: Modern Turkish Dining

The Chef and the Kitchen

MYK Restoran in São Paulo delivers a focused interpretation of modern Turkish cuisine under Chef Mehmet Yalçınkaya. His kitchen follows a strict soil to table framework that treats seasonal availability as the primary driver for every dish. Menus rotate regularly to match what regional farms actually supply during each quarter. This discipline removes guesswork from daily service and keeps production tightly aligned with agricultural cycles.

Ingredients and Techniques

The culinary team pairs contemporary preparation methods with raw materials drawn directly from Anatolia. Regional vegetables and heritage grains form the backbone of each service. Cooking temperatures remain controlled to protect delicate cellular structures inside fresh produce. Diners experience uncomplicated presentations where texture and origin speak louder than complex sauces or heavy garnishes.

Recognition and Atmosphere

A Gault&Millau rating of twelve and a half points validates how consistently the kitchen merges everyday honesty with technical precision. Reviewers highlight the steady connection between stated sourcing policies and actual plate execution. The dining space mirrors this clarity through uncluttered layouts and restrained decor choices. Visitors seeking authentic Turkish dining will recognize the same commitment to transparency here.

Recognition

Awards & accolades

2026
Gault&Millau
12.5
12.5

Details

At a glance

Gault&Millau 2026 — 12.5

History

On the record

Established

Location

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İstanbul WOW Hotel & Convention Center, Yeşilköy Mah. Atatürk Cad. No: 23A, Bakırköy/İstanbul
São Paulo, Brazil
+90 530 109 34 14
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