Is Kürtün Araköy Ekmeği a registered geographical indication?
Yes. Kürtün Araköy Ekmeği is registered with the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office under No. 449 as a geographical indication.
Which region does Kürtün Araköy Ekmeği belong to?
According to the registration, Kürtün Araköy Ekmeği belongs to Gümüşhane.
What does "geographical indication" mean?
Mark of origin: the dish's reputation and method are tied to this region, though it may be produced elsewhere.
Kürtün Araköy ekmeği is a round sourdough loaf tied to the Gümüşhane area. Its large rounds weigh between 3.5 and 5 kilograms and stand 13 to 18 centimetres tall. It was registered as a geographical indication in 2019.
GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATION · TURKISH PATENT REGISTRY
No. 449
geographical indication
Mark of origin: the dish's reputation and method are tied to this region, though it may be produced elsewhere.
