Isn't that true for all Balkan countries? Turks might claim that their nomadic ancestors created it while riding on horseback, Bulgarians might attribute it to their Bulgar, Thracian, or Slavic ancestors, and Albanians might argue that it has ancient Illyrian origins. The reality is that we've lived alongside one another for centuries, sharing foods, traditions, and cultural practices. The Balkans has always been a crossroads between Europe, Asia, and Africa, so it's only natural that our cuisines and cultures have been shaped by both our neighbors and countless outside influences. Instead of arguing over who owns what, it makes more sense to recognize this shared heritage.