Turks Enjoy A Little Schadenfreude At EU's Expense : NPR

Turks Enjoy A Little Schadenfreude At EU's Expense : NPR

Turks Enjoy A Little Schadenfreude At EU's Expense

by Peter Kenyon
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December 3, 2011

As he prepares for the midday rush, Mustafa Baljan puts the finishing touches on the kebabs, salads and stews that make up many a working Turk's lunch. As the steam carries the scent of lamb and garlic into the street, the 37-year-old restaurant owner considers a popular question: With European economies on the ropes, should Turkey still be seeking to join the European Union?