Istanbul – an overview
If there’s one city that combines all the characteristics of a 21st-century metropolis with buckets of oriental charm, it’s Istanbul. The ancient Turkish city spreads over two continents and wherever
If there’s one city that combines all the characteristics of a 21st-century metropolis with buckets of oriental charm, it’s Istanbul. The ancient Turkish city spreads over two continents and wherever
Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar is a maze full of exotic goods, tourist tad, exquisite jewellry and all kinds of things you can imagine. It’s fun to get lost in this labyrinth,
This is the first place I always head to in Istanbul, as it gives an instant flavour of this exciting, yummy city. The Spice Market is full of spice mounts,
Dönerci Şahin Usta in Fatih: there’s no doubt about this one: the döner kebab here is the best döner in town. Incredibly moist and flavoursome meat with a few veggies
The best baklavas in Istabul!!! Really, you have to stop by this place to sample the little delicious parcels of goodness! I learnt how to make baklava at ‘Karaköy Güllüoğlu’
Özkonak is is a muhallebici -a pudding shop specializing in dairy desserts. Founded in 1962, this is the place to go if you want to sample tavuk göğsü, a Turkish
Asitane restaurant specializes in the forgotten cuisine of the Sultans – Ottoman cuisine. Ottoman dishes are incredibly fragrant, with lots of spices, dried fruits and fresh herbs. The cuisine has
In Istanbul, you have to make sure to go and eat pide. These freshly baked Turkish flatbreads come with all kinds of toppings – minced lamb, cheese and egg, spinach