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Muhallebici refers to Pudding shops in Turkey. It is said that in the earlier times there were no bakeshops or patisseries in Turkey, only Muhallebici or pudding shops which were considered as special places for special events and a special place for a man to declare his love for a woman; said to be a meeting point for lovers. Muhallebici during the earlier times were small and they only served or offered desserts made specifically with milk, like Muhallebi (pudding), Sütlaç (Turkish rice pudding) and Keskül.
Muhammara refers to a Middle Eastern spicy dip made from roasted red peppers and walnuts.
Muhammara is eaten as a dip with bread. It can also be used as a spicy dip with kebabs, grilled meats and fish. The Lebanese also eat it as a spread on toast and it is a popular condiment and dip in Lebanon, Palestine and Syria.
Muhummara can be served with grilled meats, fish and kebabs, or as a spread or dip for bread or pita.
In western Turkey, Muhammara is called and known as Acuka.
Muhammara is also spelled and known as Moohummara or Muhammarah.