Rensselaer Semi-Weekly Republican, Volume 21, Number 18, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 24 November 1899 — A Turkish Dainty. [ARTICLE]

A Turkish Dainty.

The Sultan of Turkey has a great liking for a delicacy known as “rahat,” and keeps in his palace a man exclusively to manufacture It for him and his household. “Rahat” is a great favorite with the Sultan’s wives, who indulge plentifully in this luxury. The different flavors given to this preparation are obtained from the juice of pressed flowers, such as roses, violets and lilies, and a special hand press is employed for the purpose. “Turkish Delight” is the popular name for “rahat”