Divan Pastırma ve Sucuk is a Turkish company specializing in the production and sale of traditional meat products, including pastırma, sujuk, and mantı. Established in 1952 by H. Mehmet Sözduyar in Kayseri, the company began as a small workshop in the Karpuzatan area, focusing on wholesale and retail operations. Later, the leadership was taken over by H. İbrahim Sözduyar, and today, the third generation - brothers Metin, Murat, and Mehmet Sözduyar - continues the family tradition under the brand Sözduyar Sucuk ve Pastırma. The company is dedicated to preserving traditional production methods while integrating modern technologies to ensure high quality and authentic flavors in its products. Their product range includes various types of pastırma, sujuk, kavurma, and mantı, which are available both in physical stores and through online orders.
Cumhuriyet Sucukları is a Turkish company specializing in the production of traditional cured meat products, particularly sucuk. Founded in 1923 in Afyonkarahisar by a butcher known as "Kasap Kara Mehmet," the company has become one of Turkey's most renowned brands for sucuk and other meat products. The production process combines traditional recipes with modern technologies, ensuring high quality and authentic flavor. Sucuk is made from 100% beef, seasoned with spices and salt, and prepared without heat treatment, resulting in a fermented product with a rich taste.The distribution network spans a wide range of retail locations across Turkey, including supermarkets and specialty stores. Additionally, the products are available through online platforms, making it convenient for customers to access their favorite items.
Apikoğlu is a renowned Turkish family-owned company specializing in the production of processed meat products, with a rich tradition dating back to 1910. It was founded by Kirkor Apikoğlu in Kayseri and is now recognized as a pioneer in the industrial production of cured meats in Turkey, especially sujuk and pastirma. Carefully selected cuts of beef, natural spices, and a fermentation process lasting 7–8 days ensure authentic flavor and texture.
Today, Apikoğlu proudly operates a modern production facility in Tuzla, which combines state-of-the-art technology with over a century of experience. The facility produces a wide range of delicacies, including sujuk, pastirma, kavurma, salami, sausages, and other high-quality meat products. At the heart of every product remains the same philosophy - no compromise on taste, hygiene, or tradition.
Apikoğlu continues to honor the legacy of its founders while meeting the demands of the modern market, both in Turkey and abroad.
Yağcı Gıda Gurme Mağazası is a renowned store located in Kayseri, Turkey, specializing in high-quality traditional products such as pastırma, sujuk, mantı, kavurma, tulum cheese, and other regional specialties. Their products are well-known for their authentic taste and meticulous preparation, making them a popular choice among fans of Turkish cuisine. In addition to their physical store, Yağcı Gıda offers online ordering, allowing customers across Turkey to enjoy these delicacies.
İkbal is a Turkish food producer specializing in meat and meat products, operating as part of the broader İkbal Group, whose origins date back to the early 20th century when the business began as a small restaurant in Afyon. Over time, the company evolved into a well-established food business with operations spanning food production, confectionery, hospitality, and retail. İkbal is particularly known for traditional Turkish meat specialties such as sucuk, pastırma, sausages, and other delicatessen products. The brand maintains a strong connection to Afyonkarahisar, a region with a long-standing tradition of meat production and an important place in Turkey’s gastronomic heritage. Today, İkbal holds a stable position in the Turkish market through its production facilities, branded sales channels, and online retail presence, making it a long-recognized name in the country’s meat industry.
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