In this beautifully made, whimsical series, we travel through Turkey - the land where East meets West. The more we learn, the less we understand. Veering off the tourist track and capturing the stories of passers by, 'Turkish Tea' deftly weaves a tapestry of a multifaceted society. Drink a cup of tea 'Crazy Ali', the philosopher-poet; Mustafa, who lives in a cave, retired boxer... With its vibrant soundtrack and stunning cinematography, this delicately crafted series are picking out the historical depth and poetry lurking in every corner of Turkey.—Petra Seliskar