A Turkish organization representing the döner industry has applied to the European Union to certify döner kebab as a traditional specialty, similar to serrano ham and feta cheese. German döner makers have vetoed the move, saying the proposed standards could increase the price. The World’s Durrie Bouscaren works on some “sandwich diplomacy” alongside producer Joshua Coe.
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