To mark the tenth anniversary of its Islamic Wing, the Metropolitan Museum of Artwork has added various gadgets made by artisans in Islamic nations to its present store in what it’s calling the “Heirloom Mission.” It’s meant to be a showcase for crafts. Amongst them are present packing containers of Selamlique from Istanbul — distinctive Turkish delight, additionally known as loukoum — the chewy, paste-like candies. They’re long-established into elegant little blocks in 4 flavors: rose, citrus, mastic and pomegranate, coated with almonds, then lined with white or darkish chocolate and dusted with gold leaf powder. A field of six of every, $25, is just out there within the retailer within the museum.
Selamlique Istanbul, $25, Met Retailer, Metropolitan Museum of Artwork, 1000 Fifth Avenue (83rd Avenue), 212-570-3767
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