With Celebrity Chef Hazer Amani at Kepos: Paella, Orzo, and a Joyful Tasting Table
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Celebrity chef Hazer Amani, a long-time regular and friend of Kepos Balık Evi, steps into the kitchen once again. But this time, the Rice Paella and Vermicelli Orzo he contributed to our menu are not just recipes—they are the stars of a heartwarming gathering around a real family table.
On this special day, Kepos hosted more than just a professional film crew; we set a table filled with family warmth. Hazer Amani’s mother and aunt, our own family members, and the Kepos team gathered around the same table. We tasted the dishes together, shared culinary memories from the past, and evaluated the flavors over a delightful conversation.
Despite being a city without a sea, Kepos Balık Evi has spent years breaking the prejudice that "you can't eat good fish in Ankara." Especially in the Çayyolu and Mutlukent areas, it remains the trusted address for fresh fish, daily mezes, and a serene atmosphere.
Paella and Orzo: A Mediterranean Touch to the Kepos Kitchen
The Paella and Orzo featured in this video are two special delicacies inspired by Mediterranean cuisine but shaped by the Kepos culinary philosophy. Prepared with Hazer Amani’s touch, these dishes offer a modern yet simple contribution to our established meze and fish culture.
The table represents more than just food—it represents friendship and continuity. Hazer Amani has been a regular since the very first day Kepos opened; an old friend who has even celebrated his birthdays here. This video takes its place in our archives as a joyful record showing that at Kepos, food gains its true meaning through the table, the conversation, and the act of sharing.
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The most special detail of this tasting table was the people sitting in the chairs. In this evening where Hazer Amani’s mother and aunts met with Tarkan Uğur’s family, we experienced the 'boutique and sincere' service of Kepos alongside our loved ones. As much as the Chef's approval, our mothers' 'bless your hands' was the greatest certification for us.
In the first part of this series, we shared the detailed preparation of the Rice Paella and Vermicelli Orzo recipes in the kitchen. You can find that post here.
Produced Entirely In-House
One detail we are proud of: the filming, editing, and montage of these videos were performed entirely by our own in-house team. Just as we manage our own website, photography, and digital content, we believe this internal care reflects the same attention we give to our tables.
At Kepos, It’s About Sharing
This video with Hazer Amani is a beautiful example of why Kepos Balık Evi is not just a restaurant, but a place for gathering and sharing. Whether it’s a family tasting or a corporate dinner, the sincerity of the table remains the same.
Every table set at Kepos today is prepared with that same heart.
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