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    From brew to bond: exploring the socio-cultural dynamics of Türkiye’s tea gardens
    (Bilkent University, 2024) Pitafi, Alishba; Irfan, Hamza; Zare Bidaki, Kasra; Jokoo, Nazihah
    After the dissolution of the Ottoman Empire in the early 1920s, the tea drinking culture gradually took over the coffee drinking culture in Türkiye. The increasing popularity of tea gave rise to the concept of tea gardens: relaxing outdoor settings with scenic views that are visited by both men and women to exchange everyday gossip and have casual conversation over a cup of çay. This paper investigates the socio-cultural dynamics of Türkiye's tea gardens, analyzing their evolution from mere tea-drinking spots to significant social hubs, and exploring the multi-factor roles they play in promoting collectivism and social identity within Turkish culture. This research paper also briefly compares the two social spaces essential to Türkiye’s culture: coffeehouses and tea gardens. Additionally, it describes how tea gardens evolved within themselves as a concept and had an effect on the social life and the culture in Türkiye.