This phrase is banned: what not to say in Greek cafes.

While vacationing in Greece, it is important to remember one rule that should be followed.

In local cafes, it is better not to ask for “Turkish coffee” but to order “Greek coffee.” Although these two types of coffee are almost identical in origin, preparation method, and taste.

A blogger who moved to Nafplio from London in 2010 gave this advice on his YouTube channel “My Greek Lifestyle,” reports Express.

He explained that tourists should avoid this phrase, which can offend many.

Yes, it is the same, but you are in Greece. We should respect that when we are in a certain country and order something like “Greek coffee,” it means we are in Greece, and it is called “Greek coffee,” not “Turkish.” If I went to Armenia, I would order Armenian coffee because Armenians also drink this type of coffee, and it is the same

The blogger also shared that until 1974, the name “Turkish coffee” was used everywhere until Turkey invaded Cyprus. Therefore, the word “Turkish” not only disrupts respect for the country but also expresses historical and political tension.

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