Kept in its original vacuum-sealed packaging, your fresh organic turkey from Lobel's will keep in your refrigerator for 7 to 10 days.

Because freezing keeps food safe almost indefinitely, recommended storage times are for quality only. Refer to the freezer storage chart at the end of Focus on Freezing, which lists optimum freezing times for best quality. If a food is not listed on the chart, you may determine its quality after defrosting. First check the odor. Some foods will develop a rancid or off odor when frozen too long and should be discarded. See similar questions...

Not a problem. Just adjust the regulator and bring the temperature back up to a steady 350°F. Begin timing the turkey from the time it is immersed. Do not add more minutes for the recovery time. See similar questions...

Virtually every major city in Turkey has air service and Turkish Airlines offers nationwide services. Most of the connections are made either through Istanbul or Ankara, both of which have domestic and international terminals. You can check schedules and even book flights at www.turkishairlines.com or call their U.S. toll-free number 1 800 874 8875. Busses are an efficient and affordable way to travel around the country. See similar questions...

Resting: *Remove the turkey from the oven when the internal temperature registers 165–170°F, tent with foil, and let it rest for about 15 minutes. The turkey will continue cooking as it rests and the internal temperature will increase to about 180°F by the end of the resting period. See similar questions...

The tourist visa purchased on entry to Turkey is valid for up to three months. If you wish to stay in Turkey for longer periods it is possible to apply for a residency visa, providing you can show evidence of your ability to support yourself during your stay. The application for a residency visa should be started from the UK by contacting the Turkish Consulate in London for the relevant forms and advice. See similar questions...

Once you have found the property you wish to buy, the relevant paperwork needed to commence the purchase takes half a day to complete. See similar questions...

British and the majority of Western Europeans on arrival would automatically receive a three month visa. If you decide to stay in Turkey for a long period you can get an extension or if you decide to permanently settle there, you would need to get a residency permit, which is obtained from the Turkish Embassy of your country of residence before arriving to Turkey. Different rules apply to US citizens. See similar questions...

Ephesus is the most important ancient city in Asia Minor. Other three impressive places i.e. the Basilica of St John, The Temple of Artemis and the House of Virgin Mary are in the borders of Ephesus. See similar questions...

Thousands of modern, luxurious buses roar between Turkish cities and towns daily. This is how most Turks travel. It's easy to get fares and schedules but you can do that easily when you arrive in Turkey. Departures are frequent, and you don't need advance reservations on most routes. If you are an experienced driver, and want freedom of movement, consider renting a car in Turkey. Train travel in Turkey is still useful. See similar questions...

Turkey offers a wide array of very comfortable and modern facilities to fit any budget. Larger cities, such as Istanbul, Ankara and Izmir, offer a range of international chain hotels, as well as many charming locally run Turkish properties. Seaside resorts on the Aegean and Mediterranean coasts and other popular tourism destinations abound with hotels, pensions and holiday villages with high standards. Many of the Turkey tour specialists listed in our guide can make hotel reservations. See similar questions...

Shopping is one of the great pleasures of a trip to Turkey and the rich variety of Turkish crafts makes it impossible to resist buying something. Fine apparel of silk, cotton, leather and wool; artful jewelry; leather accessories; brilliant faience (colored tiles); vessels of copper, brass, marble, meerschaum and alabaster worked by master artisans; and of course heirloom-quality Turkish carpets and kilims are among the most popular purchases. See similar questions...

Readers who are interested in learning more about the Turkish Republic and discovering what Turkey has to offer to visitors may call or write to either of the two Turkish Government Tourism Offices in the U.S., at: We also maintain an up-to-date website with useful information and links about many subjects relating to Turkey and Turkish tourism at: www.tourismturkey.org Turkish Ministry of Tourism web site www.turizm.gov. See similar questions...

No. The largest component of the Kurdish regions lies within Turkey, but KHRP is also committed to promoting and protecting human rights throughout the Kurdish regions of Iraq, Iran, Syria, the Caucasus and elsewhere. See similar questions...

If your product has been kept very cold at all times, you should be able to use the product up to a week past the printed sell-by-date - maybe even longer! Just check the appearance, smell and taste of the product. If it looks, smells and tastes normal to you, it is okay to drink. Signs that your tea is starting to break down or ferment include a fruity or cider-like taste, an off color and perhaps a change in the aroma of the product. TOP See similar questions...

Yes. Resting allows for the redistribution and reabsorption of the juices in the meat. This makes for ultramoist, flavorful meat while also giving the bird a chance to cool for easier carving. Skip this step and you’ll both burn yourself and end up with a flood of juices on your carving board, not to mention dry turkey. To get an idea of how much juice is lost by slicing the meat too soon, we roasted six skin-on turkey breasts and weighed them. See similar questions...