German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier’s recent visit to Turkey included a unique diplomatic gesture that sparked both admiration and criticism. Steinmeier brought along a 60-kilogram doner kebab skewer and Arif Keles, a Berlin kebab shop owner, as a symbolic representation of the cultural fusion and contributions of Turkish migrants to Germany. While the intention was to strengthen bilateral ties, the choice of a doner kebab and a kebab shop owner in Steinmeier’s delegation became a topic of debate. Some Turkish-Germans viewed it as reductive, while others saw it as a meaningful gesture of inclusivity. The incident highlighted broader discussions around cultural representation, integration, and diplomatic relations between Germany and Turkey.