Çorum, a city in Turkey’s Central Anatolia, has long been a crossroads of civilizations—and now it’s aiming to become a crossroads of flavours. With its rich Hittite heritage, fertile lands, and centuries-old culinary traditions, Çorum is pursuing recognition as a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy, joining the ranks of Turkey’s famed food destinations like Gaziantep. Taditional dishes from Çorum (AA Photo) Taditional dishes from Çorum (AA Photo) Hittite breads, a specialty of Çorum (AA Photo)Why Çorum Stands OutIts Hittite roots give the city’s gastronomy a historical depth rarely found elsewhere. Turkey’s national strategy encourages cities to showcase their culinary heritage globally. With Gaziantep already a UNESCO City of Gastronomy, Çorum’s bid adds another chapter to the country’s celebrated food story.