Colourful and aromatic dishes are proudly displayed in the counter showcase and all are prepared fresh daily and most of all are authentically Turkish.If you come in at the relatively slow time after the lunch rush, you will probably catch a glimpse of Ulku preparing and baking wonderful cakes and pastries adding the finishing touches to the decoration of a delightful looking flourless, orange and ground almond cake. It is so delicious that people travel from all over the area to enjoy it at the cafe or take it home. The whole place including outside the front door, smell of delicious almond, orange, sugar and Ulku's secret spicesCuneyt and Ulku have been very busy lately with their new operation scheduled to open soon, at 83 The Strand in downtown Tauranga. The new operation is sure to become another success story. Cuneyt has personally been overseeing a crew of craftsmen, choosing tiles, colours and textures for the walls, and of course kitchen and dining room equipment.A selection of beautiful original pieces for the decoration has been chosen as well. Watch for the Grand Opening date and be sure not miss it. Please visit us again for additional information regarding contact details and opening date for the Zeytin on the strand.SORRY WE DON'T TAKE ONLINE BOOKINGS