Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Susan Combs met recently with representatives of the Raindrop Turkish House and Turquoise Council of Americans and Eurasians at the Raindrop Turkish House in northwest Austin.

During the breakfast meeting, Yetkin Yildirim, Brach Representative of TCAE, briefed Susan Combs about the council’s mission and activities. “Through its unique services to the community, through dialog and cooperation, TCAE,” Mr. Yildirim, explained, “seeks to introduce Turkish culture in American society, cultivate friendship, and promote understanding of diverse cultures.”

(December 6, 2011 Austin, Texas)

The final game was between Turkey and Bosnia in the tournament between the four teams: Bangladesh, Bosnia, India and Turkey. Turkey had won the match India-Turkey 4-6 and Turkey-Bangladesh 2-1. Bosnia on the other hand, had beaten the India with a huge difference 14-1 and was tie with Bangladesh 2-2.

Finally, two teams, Bosnia-Turkey, meet at the final. The match was a sort of goal duel! First minute Bosnia scored: 1-0. Turkey replied to it in several minutes and scored even one more right after, changing the game to 1-2. Bosnia responded immediately to catch up again.  Bosnia did not stop there but scored one more at the very last minute before the first break: 3-2. Turkey has to score at least one more to be the champion but how?  (December 2, 2011 Austin Texas)

Raindrop Helping Hands, Austin branch, provided a dinner for residents in the transitional housing in South Austin area on November 27th  . Cooperating with Michelle Powers’s soup kitchen, volunteers from Raindrop Turkish House served the meal.

This dinner has special significance for Raindrop Turkish House as it follows the Muslim festival of Eidul Adha, which commemorates the sacrifice and obedience of Prophet Abraham (peace be upon him). Muslims offer their sacrifices as a demonstration of their gratitude to God and they are enjoined to share their sacrifices with the poor and needy.

Noah’s Pudding Festival & Music Fair, Saturday, December 10, from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the Raindrop Turkish House, 12400 Amherst Drive, off Parmer Lane, in northwest Austin marks a special time of year with food, music and so much more.

Noah’s Pudding Festival in the Mediterranean celebrates life with the preparation and sharing of an elaborate, traditional dessert.  This uniquely Austin celebration features many other rich and delicious Turkish dishes, as well—not just puddings.

Admission to the fair is FREE, as are bowls of Noah’s Pudding.  Activities, live music and craft items are planned for all ages: moonwalks and balloons for children; the Turkish art of water marbling demonstrations; henna tattooing; unique Turkish handicrafts-- Oriental rugs, ceramics and pottery, bags, traditional jewelry, clothing, decorative pillows, throws, towels, other textile products, and more—just in time for holiday shopping.