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Turkish Coffee Lady celebrates two years in Old Town with free coffee event this weekend

Turkish Coffee Lady staff and U.S. diplomats heading to Turkey at the Old Town location (image via Turkish Coffee Lady/Instagram)

Turkish Coffee Lady at 1001 King Street is celebrating 15 years in business and two years in Old Town with an event offering free Turkish coffee this weekend.

On Saturday, Jan. 20, Turkish Coffee Lady (1001 King Street) will distribute Turkish coffee cups from 9 a.m.-8 p.m.

According to the release:

Turkish Coffee Lady, the beloved cultural and culinary hub, is excited to announce the joyous celebration of 15 years of gastro cultural diplomacy and its 2nd anniversary in Old Town, Alexandria. This momentous occasion coincides with the highly anticipated Alexandria Restaurant Week, providing a perfect opportunity for the community to join in the festivities.

The coffee shop also now offers breakfast and lunch items focusing on Turkish cuisine, along with a bazaar-style sale of hand-painted pottery, coffee and tea sets, and jewelry collections.

“We are delighted to celebrate this significant milestone where our guests can indulge in complimentary cups of Turkish coffee, expertly crafted to tantalize the taste buds and transport them to the vibrant streets of Istanbul,” founder Gizem Salcigil White said in a release. “We extend our gratitude to the community that has supported us throughout this remarkable journey.”

Photo via Turkish Coffee Lady/Instagram

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