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Best Places to Eat Lahmacun in Istanbul 2022

24 December 2021 by Serhat Engül

Lahmacun is composed of two Arabic origin words that mean “meat” and “kneaded dough”. Lahmacun is made of kneaded dough to keep the dough thin. Lahmacun is a round, thin piece of dough topped with minced meat, minced vegetables, and herbs. Different lahmacun recipes from the eastern provinces of Turkey are represented at the best lahmacun places in Istanbul. When it comes to … [Read more...] about Best Places to Eat Lahmacun in Istanbul 2022

12 Best Burger Places in Istanbul 2022

24 December 2021 by Serhat Engül

In the past, McDonalds and Burger King came to mind when talking about burgers in Istanbul. However, the new generation burger restaurants have become very popular in the city with their special cooking techniques and sauces. The best burger places in Istanbul are spreading to the most popular districts of Istanbul, just like the 3rd wave coffee shops. Doner, kokorec and … [Read more...] about 12 Best Burger Places in Istanbul 2022

15 Best Doner Kebab Places in Istanbul 2022

24 December 2021 by Serhat Engül

Most of the Turkish people choose doner kebab when they want to eat something in a restaurant. Doner is a part of a food culture dating back hundreds of years and, naturally, it’s one of the most popular and delicious dishes in Turkey. Due to the deep-rooted history of doner kebab, the best doner kebab restaurants in Istanbul are generally located in historical … [Read more...] about 15 Best Doner Kebab Places in Istanbul 2022

14 Best Turkish Dessert Shops in Istanbul 2022

24 December 2021 by Serhat Engül

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Most of the Turkish dessert shops in Istanbul date back to the 1800s, the last period of the Ottoman Empire. During this period, when Orient Express brought thousands of tourists from Paris to Istanbul, the commercial life in Istanbul exploded. During this period, two districts in particular made great progress. One of them was Eminonu, the waterfront transportation hub of … [Read more...] about 14 Best Turkish Dessert Shops in Istanbul 2022

8 ITALIAN RESTAURANTS in Istanbul (Updated → 2022)

4 December 2022 by Serhat Engül

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Italy is among the first countries that most Turks want to see when they go abroad. The fact that Rome and Istanbul were once co-capitals of the Roman Empire and that both countries have Mediterranean cuisine are influential in this decision. Due to the popularity of Italian culture, Istanbul has great Italian restaurants. There are many famous Italian chefs who came to … [Read more...] about 8 ITALIAN RESTAURANTS in Istanbul (Updated → 2022)

10 Best Local Turkish Restaurants in Istanbul 2022

24 December 2021 by Serhat Engül

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Local Turkish restaurants in Istanbul offer traditional Turkish cuisine at affordable prices. Located in the historical districts of Istanbul, these restaurants are especially preferred for lunch. Of course, there are world-class restaurants in Istanbul, and we mentioned them in the article on the best restaurants in Istanbul with view. While those restaurants on the … [Read more...] about 10 Best Local Turkish Restaurants in Istanbul 2022

25 Best Taverns (Meyhane) in Istanbul 2022

24 December 2021 by Serhat Engül

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Istanbul is not famous for its taverns (meyhane) only today. It was famous for meyhane culture in the Ottoman era too. Considering 1 of 3 people in the Istanbul was a non-Muslim and the Ottoman Empire was a multi-national state, we can call meyhane as a place where people from different nationalities meet and spend good time. As the Jews, Greek and Turks live together in … [Read more...] about 25 Best Taverns (Meyhane) in Istanbul 2022

20 Best Breakfast Places in Istanbul (Updated → 2023)

3 January 2023 by Serhat Engül

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When you go to districts such as Beyoglu, Besiktas, and Kadikoy to have breakfast in Istanbul, you can see the crowds filling the restaurants. Istanbulites love to have breakfast outside on the weekend, especially in places with Bosphorus views. For this reason, the best breakfast places in Istanbul are located in the districts by the Bosphorus. In the last 10 years, the … [Read more...] about 20 Best Breakfast Places in Istanbul (Updated → 2023)

20 Best Fish Restaurants in Istanbul 2022

24 December 2021 by Serhat Engül

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Most of today's luxury districts of Istanbul were fishing villages until the 19th century. Fishing was one of the most important occupations of the city during the Ancient Greek, Byzantine and Ottoman periods. Today, this tradition still continues and the best fish restaurants in Istanbul are located in districts that had existed as fishing villages for centuries. There are … [Read more...] about 20 Best Fish Restaurants in Istanbul 2022

12 BEST RESTAURANTS in Istanbul (with View) → 2023

1 January 2023 by Serhat Engül

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There are many things that make Istanbul one of the most astonishing and unforgettable travel destinations in the world. The stunning natural setting of the city over two continents, the millennial history and fascinating culture, the amazing people and many other features make it extremely appealing to travelers. In addition to all this, there are delicious dishes served in … [Read more...] about 12 BEST RESTAURANTS in Istanbul (with View) → 2023

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