“After the wedding, guests returned home and began complaining of abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. They realized they had been poisoned and went to the hospital. Around 60 guests sought medical attention overnight with similar symptoms,” the portal reported.
Interestingly, the bride and groom were not affected, as they reportedly only sampled the cake and did not consume a full portion, according to BirGün.
The incident has raised concerns about food safety at large social events in Turkey, particularly with regard to dessert storage and handling during hot summer months. An investigation into the origin and preparation of the cake is expected to follow.
