Whether you are an aspiring chef or terrified of the kitchen, a foodie, or an eat-whatever-comes-to-me, you would enjoy visiting Istanbul’s fish markets (balık pazarı in Turkish), which are a cultural heritage to this ancient city and Turkey. Related content: The Ultimate Guide to Grand Bazaar Istanbul: Best Shops & Things to Buy (2021 UPD) … Read more
A cool breeze carrying the scent of the sea, picturesque views, and the meditative sounds of seagulls, foghorns, and boats; Üsküdar is Istanbul’s most ancient residential area. After all, it was founded in the 7th century by Ancient Greek settlers. That is seven centuries before the Ottoman Empire and a few decades before the Byzantium … Read more
Istanbul is a vibrant, dynamic city with so much to offer. It seems like every street corner has another restaurant offering up some fantastic food. What’s not to love? The only problem is that there are just too many restaurants and it can be hard to find the best ones! That’s where we come in. … Read more
The well-known frozen, dairy-based treat melting in your mouth is a type of ecstasy that can’t be explained. It’s a shame that the Turkish dondurma is frequently forgotten on the international stage, particularly considering you have both the slow-melting, chewy Maraş version as well as the exquisitely creative flavors of the Turkic gelato. From natural … Read more
Istanbul’s chefs may not get the same international recognition as their counterparts in other parts of the world, but that makes them more of a hidden treasure than normal. Each of the Turkish chefs you will find below brings their own unique story to this ever-changing and historical kitchen of Anatolia. Whether traditional or authentic, … Read more
That sweet sizzling sound as the meat hits the grill. If your inner carnivore is craving lusciously tender meat, then köfte is the dish for you. The köfte is a type of meatball/meat patty that’s been served so long in this country that it has its spot in the hall of fame of Turkish cuisine, … Read more
Shredded filo pastry drenched in a sweet sugar syrup with a touch of a unique unsalted cheese. Sprinkle some pistachios, nuts, creams, ice-creams – whatever your heart desires. This Middle Eastern dessert made a showstopping appearance in the notorious One Thousand and One Nights. The North Africans and Arabs have their versions, but the Turkish … Read more
Istanbul has one of the most dynamic culinary scenes in Europe, so it should come as no surprise that there are so many great restaurants to choose from when looking for your next meal. And meze bars are no exception. This blog post will cover 10 Istanbul meze restaurants and meze bars that serve up … Read more
In this blog post, I will introduce you to the restaurants cooking the best gözleme in Istanbul. Gözleme is a Turkish dish that can be served for breakfast or lunch and with various fillings such as cheese, spinach, eggs, and ground beef. Notorious for being vegetarian-friendly, there’s so much choice here. In fact, it’s so … Read more
First published: November 18, 2013 – Updated: September 25, 2021 Iskender kebab is one of the most popular meat dishes of Turkey, typically enjoyed in the north-western areas of the country. It dates back to the early 19th century and is so-named after its original creator, Iskender Efendi. It can also be known in other … Read more