A Sephardic Jewish heritage
İzmir Boyoz traces back to a pastry tradition brought to İzmir from Sephardic Jewish cuisine. Made from a dough of flour, oil and sugar and shaped into a roll, this breakfast staple has become an important part of the city's gastronomic identity.
Official registration
Boyoz received its geographical indication registration with the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office in 2017. This registration formally recognizes that the product has a preparation method specific to İzmir.
A fixture of the morning table
In İzmir, boyoz is typically eaten alongside a boiled egg. In the city's breakfast culture, this pairing has become an almost standard combination for starting the day.
Where to find it
Boyoz can be found from the morning hours at bakeries and breakfast spots in nearly every neighborhood of İzmir. For visitors to the city, it remains a priority stop for anyone seeking a local breakfast experience.