“Salt Bae: A National Icon
If you were active on social media in 2017, you undoubtedly encountered the iconic Salt Bae meme featuring a stylish gentleman meticulously slicing his steak before delicately sprinkling it with salt. This culinary sensation is Turkish chef Nusret Gokce, affectionately known as Salt Bae.
Following his meteoric rise to social media stardom, Gokce has become a source of national pride for Turkey. He has also expanded his culinary empire by opening restaurants in Istanbul, Dubai, and even the United States.
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