Beyond politics: The German president celebrates the culinary prowess of the Turkish community through a playful and spicy take on doner kebabs

The German president recently praised the positive impact of the Turkish community in Germany, particularly in terms of culinary excellence. During his speech, he playfully mentioned his love for doner kebabs, adding a touch of humor to his comments. He also jokingly hinted at his association of Turkey with this delectable dish.

President Steinmeier’s culinary preferences were on display as he shared his affinity for spicy or garlic variations of doner kebabs, depending on the upcoming meetings. This insight into his personal tastes and sense of humor revealed that he may not be a fan of garlic sauce if detected after a meeting.

In an engaging caption competition, readers were invited to share their humorous take on a photo. Responses varied widely, with one participant jokingly suggesting a payment of €100 to inquire about a phone call. Despite offering no physical prize, the competition highlighted the importance of laughter and creativity in responding to current events. Paul Dallison, POLITICO’s deputy EU editor, oversaw this entertaining segment of the publication.