Global actress Charlize Theron sparked the enthusiasm of Turkish baklava manufacturers after she praised and praised this dessert, saying that the most famous made in Turkish Gaziantep.

On Twitter, Netflix Turkey shared a scene from the newly released "The Old Guard" movie, in which the South African star is eating baklava.

Theron reissued a tweet commenting on her that baklava "is the most delicious dessert I've ever had, and I've heard that the best of it is made in Gaziantep."

Afiyet olsun! @CharlizeAfrica pic.twitter.com/az8NJfMh1H

- Netflix Türkiye (@netflixturkiye) July 11, 2020

In statements to Anatolia, a number of Baklava manufacturers in Gaziantep expressed their enthusiasm for the international star's praise for the candy they produce.

In this context, Afaq Saglouji said that Gaziantep has a world-class position in the baklava industry.

He added, "The baklava scene in the movie made us feel proud, and we invite all the film team to visit Gaziantep to eat baklava."

For his part, Levent Aqtash explained that the baklava is the first Turkish product registered in the European Union, and it has become a global brand.

In turn, Burhan Jagdash stressed the importance of promoting baklava, as they have made important strides in this regard in recent years.

He pointed out that the promotions are beginning to bear fruit, as baklava is gaining increasing popularity worldwide every day.