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Ceremonial keşkek tradition: A social practice of solidarity in Turkey

The ceremonial meal where groups of men and women all work together cooking wheat and meat in large cauldrons over an open fire is called "keşkek", and the rituals that accompany the meal are called the Ceremonial Keşkek Tradition.

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The keşkek ingredients and preparation are provided voluntarily, especially in the villages. The main keşkek ingredients of wheat and meat are provided by the household when there is a family celebration while the necessary labor is provided by contributions from the residents of the village. In joint ceremonies such as feasts or celebrations, the basic ingredients and labor are provided by the villagers in proportion to their means.