“There is a tradition in Turkey involving salty coffee. It is a symbolic gesture that takes place during traditional Turkish engagement or marriage proposals.

In this custom, when a man and his family visit the bride-to-be’s home to formally ask for her hand in marriage, the bride is expected to prepare Turkish coffee for everyone. However, as a playful test of the groom’s patience and love, she prepares his cup of coffee with salt instead of sugar. The groom is expected to drink the salty coffee without complaining, as a sign of his devotion and willingness to endure hardships in their future life together.

This tradition is done in a lighthearted manner and is meant to add humour to the formal event. It also provides a moment of bonding between the families during an important cultural ritual.”