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Join us in Amsterdam on February 27th, 2025 for an unforgettable evening of culture and music!

🎥 Feyza’s Kitchen: Immerse yourself in a heartwarming documentary celebrating the culinary treasures of Çeşme, a picturesque town on the Turkish Riviera.

🎶 Live Jazz Performance: Enjoy the soulful tunes of Dolunay Obruk, Umut Veysel Demirtaş, Yiğit Can Öztop, and Adnan Dura.

All proceeds and donations will directly support Bridge to Türkiye Fund’s (BTF) scholarship program for children impacted by the 2023 earthquakes in Türkiye. Your generosity will help transform lives.

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Program
Film screening (45 minutes)
Live performance (30 minutes)

Setlist
Aşık Olmak İstemem – Original Composition by Dolunay
Smooth Operator – by Sade
Fever – by Peggy Lee
Katibim – Traditional Turkish Folk Song

🎬 About Feyza’s Kitchen

Set against the backdrop of Türkiye’s beautiful Aegean region, this documentary by Jale Incekol beautifully narrates the story behind the Academy of Gastronomy – an innovative educational institution established under the auspices of Ege University’s Faculty of Tourism in Çeşme. Brought to life with the joint support of Bridge to Türkiye Fund (BTF) and Shipley Foundation, the Academy offers a pioneering model of local development bridging culinary arts, education, entrepreneurship and agriculture in the very heart of Türkiye’s tourism industry.
The documentary’s scope extends beyond development, exploring Çeşme’s vibrant but often overlooked agricultural heritage. In a region where urbanization is rapidly changing the town’s landscape, Feyza’s Kitchen also highlights Çeşme’s neglected potential and the remarkable impact of community involvement. Read more here or watch the teaser here.

🎵 About the musicians

Dolunay Obruk is a London-based, bilingual jazz and world music singer-songwriter originally from Turkey. Known for her theatrical singing style and distinctive performances, she blends original compositions with jazz classics, Turkish traditional songs, and diverse genres. Dolunay has performed at jazz clubs, international festivals, and exclusive events, captivating audiences with her dynamic artistry. Learn more: www.dolunayobruk.com

Umut Veysel Demirtaş, an Amsterdam-based pianist and composer, combines his Turkish roots with classical and contemporary influences to create unique, evocative music. He has performed at prestigious venues such as The Concertgebouw in Amsterdam and Tivolivredenburg in Utrecht. Trained in composition and orchestration, Umut’s artistry reflects his passion for cultural and musical storytelling.

Adnan Dura is a saxophonist, composer, and music director from Marmaris, Turkey, now based in the Netherlands. With a master’s degree from Codarts Rotterdam, Adnan specializes in musical theater, dance productions, and orchestral projects. As co-founder of Stichting Kunst en Cultuur Artpot, he champions innovative cultural initiatives while bringing creative energy to the stage.

Yiğit Can Öztop is a double bassist, composer, and educator whose work blends Jazz, Western Classical, Turkish Classical, and contemporary styles. Incorporating electronic media into his performances, Yiğit explores bold, innovative sounds. Currently pursuing a Master’s in Musical Leadership in Amsterdam, he is an active contributor to the Netherlands’ thriving multicultural music scene.