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Best Local Wine Houses in Istanbul

22 October 2020 by Serhat Engül

If you are fond of fermented grape wine, you can visit various local wine houses where you can find different and delicious kinds of wine in Istanbul. At these shops, you can find international wine selections aside from local wine and also enjoy delicious cousins that go well with wine. In this post, you can find the best wine houses both in the European and Asian side of … [Read more...] about Best Local Wine Houses in Istanbul

Best Places to Drink Turkish Coffee in Istanbul

22 October 2020 by Serhat Engül

Turkish coffee is made with cold water and sugar if desired and it’s served in a special cup. Turkish coffee stands out with different roasting and grinding methods but you need to know how to cook it to enjoy a delicious one. In that sense, Turkish coffee that is cooked slowly in the sand or on coal is the best way to cook it. In this article, you can find the 15 best … [Read more...] about Best Places to Drink Turkish Coffee in Istanbul

Best Baklava in Istanbul Taksim & Sultanahmet

22 October 2020 by Serhat Engül

If you’re a dessert lover, you’ll love baklava. This Turkish pastry dessert is a real treat, and there are some fantastic establishments across Istanbul that serve incredible examples of it to diners. So if you’re visiting Istanbul for the first time of the fiftieth, you need to try the Baklava at the locations we’re about to discuss below. We’ve put together a list of where … [Read more...] about Best Baklava in Istanbul Taksim & Sultanahmet

Where to Buy Best Turkish Delight in Istanbul

19 October 2020 by Serhat Engül

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You may have enjoyed Turkish Delight before, also known as lokum, but you’ve never really tried it until you’ve had some where it all originated from. Although the exact specifics of Turkish Delight’s origins aren’t clear (as is the case with every recipe and confectionary), it’s broadly believed to have found its home right here in Istanbul. So, no trip to the city is … [Read more...] about Where to Buy Best Turkish Delight in Istanbul

Best Street Food Places in Istanbul 2021

13 December 2020 by Serhat Engül

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Visiting historical masterpieces like Hagia Sophia and taking a Bosphorus cruise are some of the must-do activities in Istanbul. While you explore historical places, you can also discover the best Turkish street food in Istanbul and turn your culture trip into a gourmet tour. Istanbul boasts hundreds of dishes and rich food culture. Therefore, this amazing city offers … [Read more...] about Best Street Food Places in Istanbul 2021

Best Restaurants in Taksim, Karakoy, Istiklal St.

30 September 2020 by Serhat Engül

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Beyoglu is one of the historical districts of Istanbul. However, when compared to the Old City (Sultanahmet and its surroundings) on the opposite side, it has a very modern style. In this article you can find the best restaurants in Taksim, Istiklal Street, Karakoy and Cihangir neighborhoods of Beyoglu District. The Rise of Beyoğlu District in 19th Century Beyoglu is one … [Read more...] about Best Restaurants in Taksim, Karakoy, Istiklal St.

Best Restaurants in Sultanahmet Old City

14 July 2020 by Serhat Engül

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Best Restaurants in Istanbul Old City Best Restaurants and Diners in Sultanahmet, Istanbul Old City The Old City of Istanbul attracts attention with its great spots to dine. Apart from meatballs, doner, and kebab, which are indispensable parts of the Turkish kitchen, there are also some Ottoman restaurants that reflect the Ottoman Empire’s hundreds of years of food culture in … [Read more...] about Best Restaurants in Sultanahmet Old City

Best Turkish Kebab Restaurants in Istanbul

15 December 2019 by Serhat Engül

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Best Kebab Restaurants in Istanbul Best Turkish Kebab Restaurants in Istanbul Taksim and Sultanahmet Kebab holds a really important place in Turkish kitchen. Kebap culture dates back to centuries ago and kebab menus have become richer thanks to the creative chefs who come up with new recipes, such as “Pistachio Kebab”. Adana Kebap is one of the first kebab types that comes … [Read more...] about Best Turkish Kebab Restaurants in Istanbul

Best Places to Eat Kokorec in Istanbul

15 December 2019 by Serhat Engül

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Best Kokorec Places in Istanbul Places to Eat Kokorec in Istanbul - Taksim, Old City, Asian Side Kokorec is made of spring lamb’s intestine and it’s highly nutritious and delicious food. However, it requires good skills to prepare it well. Therefore, chefs who can cook delicious kokorec are famous in Istanbul. There are two versions of kokorec: Istanbul style and Izmir … [Read more...] about Best Places to Eat Kokorec in Istanbul

Best Places to Eat Lahmacun in Istanbul

2 July 2020 by Serhat Engül

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Where to Eat Lahmacun in Istanbul? Best Places to Eat Lahmacun in Istanbul 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. Lahmacun originated in the east of Turkey and it’s been a … [Read more...] about Best Places to Eat Lahmacun in Istanbul

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