WHERE TO EAT The best Baklava in the world (according to food experts)

"My favorite iteration comes from Karaköy Güllüoğlu, accompanied by a generous dollop of kaymak that balances out the sweetness of the nuts and provides an airy contrast to the crisp, buttery layers."

"Best Places to Buy Baklava in Istanbul: Hafiz Mustafa - You can’t miss Hafiz Mustafa in Taksim Square as it is one of the oldest baklava shops in Istanbul and a great spot for tea and cakes. There is a wide variety of flavors in Baklava at Hafiz Mustafa. Buy a single piece nibble on or choose a selection box which is an ideal Istanbul souvenir."

"I bit into the baklava, and the sensation was immediately fragrant from the pistachios, then buttery, then crunchy and finally intensely sweet, but not cloying. The explosion of thin, flaky layers shattering amid the sweet syrup went straight to my brain."

"The Çağdaş family's pistachio baklava is delivered daily to customers throughout Turkey. The secret of their success is fresh, carefully chosen ingredients."

"Owner Hamdi Arpaci sells what may be the best baklava in Turkey."

"Turkey's best baklava."

"The baklava, which is one of the best baklava of Istanbul, has as many varieties as it is delicious. Chocolate lovers will definitely fall in love with the chocolate baklava."

"Our favorite is the visneli, filled with sour cherries."

"When it comes to Gaziantep and baklava, what first comes to mind is Güllüoğlu. The flour from the wheat of the Harran plain, the pistachios of Gaziantep and the butter of the Şanlıurfa region combined with the experience of more than a hundred years brings out such good taste."

"These counter-serve cafes dole out what many consider the best authentic Greek food in Houston – from legendary gyros to outstanding baklava."