Our Story

The story of Cuppa Turca is a beautiful tale of homesickness turning into a local legend. The story begins in 2017. Harun was originally a tour guide in the magical region of Cappadocia, Turkey.

Shortly after arriving, Harun found himself hit by a deep, undeniable craving: he wanted real Turkish dondurma (stretchy ice cream) and a perfectly crispy künefe.

While Künefe is now a world-champion dessert, bringing its authentic taste to the streets of Melbourne, Australia, was a labor of love for Cuppa Turca’s founder, Harun Yalcin.

Today, Cuppa Turca stands as a bridge between two cultures—proving that whether you are in a bustling market in Turkey or a trendy street in Melbourne, the pull of a fresh künefe is a language everyone understands.

“We have been featured on many leading food magazines and TV channels.”

Turkish cuisine has so much depth beyond just kebabs. To see our traditional dessert recognized on a global stage—beating out French and Italian classics—is a win for every Turkish chef who stays true to the old ways. It’s why we refuse to take shortcuts here in Melbourne.

In Turkiye, a guest is a gift. As we’ve grown from a single dream to a Melbourne landmark, that philosophy hasn’t changed. We remain deeply humbled and ever-grateful to the community that has supported our craft and shared our table since day one.

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