Turkish Coffee Lady NC owner Nuriye Taskin holds Bachelor Degree in Chemical Engineering from Middle East Technical University in Ankara ,capital of Turkey. After graduated, she worked in different industries in sales and purchasing departments. In 2004 she moved to US with her husband, her daughter Aslınur and her son Emre. Mrs. Taskin worked as a coordinator at Turkish Community Center in Lanham, MD for two years, then worked as a substitute teacher at Hollywood Academy of Art and Science Charter School in Miami, FL. She loves cooking. As a Turkish coffee lover, to be a good cultural ambassador and to promote Turkish culture in America , she decided to join Turkish Coffee Lady Family on December 2022.

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Turkish Coffee Lady NC owner Elif Dilekoglu has a Bachelor degree in Economics. After graduating, she worked in various positions along with as a Paralegal in a NC Real Estate Law office. Her background along with her knowledge in Real Estate legal transaction processes led her to get a real estate broker license. Mrs Dilekoglu has been living in Cary area for over 13 years. Throughout these years, she and her husband, Onur Dilekoglu , worked together at their family’s restaurant business. She and her husband were passionate about opening their own coffee shop. In order to pursue their dream they decided to become a part of the Turkish Coffee Lady.

  • Women Empowerment

    Turkish Coffee Lady’s founder Gizem White was recognized as one of the most inspiring women in Alexandria in 2022 by the VIP Alexandria magazine.

  • Female Entrepreneurship

    Turkish Coffee Lady met fashion designer, Tan France, via Meta’s Boost My Business series they worked on digital strategy and social media to reflect her company’s legacy and rich history.

  • Community Impact

    Turkish Coffee Lady was named as a 2022 success story of Virginia by the Small Business Development Center of VA.

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  • Sarah M.


    “Turkish Coffee Lady brings the true essence of Turkish coffee to life. The aroma, the presentation, and the hospitality remind me of Istanbul. Every visit feels like a cultural experience, not just a cup of coffee.”

  • Ahmed R.


    “I love how this place blends tradition with community. Sharing a cup of Turkish coffee here always leads to meaningful conversations. It’s become my favorite escape in the city.”

  • Emily K.


    “The cultural programs and storytelling sessions make this café truly special. It’s more than coffee—it’s connection, culture, and comfort in one beautiful space.”

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