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Posted on 22 April 2013
The old neighborhood of Karaköy, next to the Galata bridge on the northern shore of the Golden Horn, is undergoing a fast gentrification as well, like all the other hoods of historic Istanbul. I love to have breakfast in the Namli deli before I stroll again through the backstreets of this old district, that… Read more »
Posted on 2 June 2012
Wine bar is not a new phenomenon in Istanbul. They came here to the shores of the Bosporus with the first Greeks in 685 B.C. You could drink several wines and have some food in their tavernas in Byzantium/Constantinople from the first days they set foot on these lands. Viktor Levi – Viktor Levi Sarap… Read more »
Posted on 24 May 2012
After having been ‘taken for a ride’ the previous evening by a taxi driver, it came as a complete delight to be dropped confidently right at the door of the Cezayir restaurant by the driver. It seemed that he had clearly delivered many a patron to this establishment, indicating to me that the evening was… Read more »
Posted on 20 April 2012
The annual celebration of the “Queen’s Day” in Istanbul once again will be held with the organization of the unique performance venue in the heart of Beyoğlu: The Hall under the auspices of The Consulate General of The Kingdom of the Netherlands. On 30th of April Monday, the celebration will begin with the parade on… Read more »
Posted on 14 February 2012
“Whether you’re on a once-in-a-lifetime Valentine’s Day trip, a honeymoon, or simply looking for love, Istanbul’s exotic mosaic of tastes, sounds and aromas will surely sweep you away.” Top 10 romantic experiences in Istanbul: 1.) Take a walk at Akinti Burnu (Arnavutköy) along the Bosphorous Straight 2.) Blend into the local crowd at the Bebek… Read more »
