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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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People of any age, gender, ethnic group and culture, whether invited or not, may participate in thekeşkek ceremony, which provides an opportunity for dialogue and developing community relationships. Every individual included in the ceremonial keşkek is a part of this cultural environment.