Eric Asimov

"Start with the wonderful cacik, of house-made yogurt blended with cucumbers and garlic, with mint making it different from tzatzi ki, its Greek counterpart."

Alex Bolton

"The best way to start the meal is to order one or several of the spreads, such as the cured roe or the cacik, the rich mixture of startlingly fresh yogurt, cucumber, dill and garlic that is a Turkish staple."

Arielle Fleisher

"Best bets for appetizers include Htipiti (a roasted red pepper dip) and Cacik (yogurt dip)."

Joana Suleiman

"Kick things off with cacik, a delicious blend of yogurt and cucumber and spices that will whet your appetite for what's to come."

Lori Gardner

"We ordered two spreads, htipti and cacik, and enjoyed both."

Pan y Vino

"For starters, delicious spreads include Cacik: yogurt, cucumber, dill, vinegar, garlic, olive oil."