In Conversation with Soraya Raeispour, Counseling Psychologist and Psychotherapist
We first had the pleasure of meeting Soraya Raeispour in 2016, when she arrived in Istanbul with boundless enthusiasm, ready to embark on a...
Living Abroad Blues: Coping with Loneliness
When I first moved to Istanbul in 2016, I too experienced loneliness. After all, I was a foreigner in a new country, who did...
Scorp is Hiring Speakers of Urdu, Hindi, Arabic, Ukrainian, Japanese, German,...
Scorp is hiring! Scorp is a thriving local social media start-up, actively seeking new additions to their marketing department in the role of Digital...
First-Time Residence Permit in Türkiye Guide: Essentials to Know for your...
Thinking of staying in Türkiye for a while and want to file a first-time residence permit application? That's lovely to hear! Before getting too...
(Every Tuesday) Yabangee Trivia Nights: A Pub Quiz for Everyone
Join us every Tuesday for Yabangee Trivia Nights at various venues in the city. Doors open at 19:00 for each session, with the trivia...
Yabangee Seeks Student Interns: Editorial & Office Coordinator, Social Media Coordinator,...
Yabangee is seeking enthusiastic and motivated volunteer interns to join our dynamic team. If you're a student looking to immerse yourself in all things...
Coffee For the Brave Ones: Haha Kafe in Nişantaşı
In the heart of Nişantaşı, a brief stroll from the much-frequented City's Mall, there's a charming corner establishment for coffee connoisseurs known as Haha...
Practices of Mindfulness in Turkey
We sometimes forget how hectic life in a cosmopolitan city like Istanbul can be (I know I do). Weekdays can feel mechanical, while weekends...
Learn Turkish in Your Comfort Zone with Turkish Academy
If you are an expat living in Türkiye, a language enthusiast watching every single Turkish drama, or a university student researching about Turkish history,...
Dining in Style at Peers Food & Drink: A Nişantaşı Retreat
Nestled in the heart of Nişantaşı is a hidden gem beckoning those in search of a relaxed, vibrant dining experience, and it comes in...
Hiring: Native English Teachers at One Worldist
One Worldist is a language school offering private and group lessons in 8 languages (English, Russian, French, German, etc) to students of all ages...
Hiring: English Speaking Performers @ Happy Days Theatre
From the organizer:
Happy Days Theatre is looking for motivated actors to join our theatre for our upcoming 2023-2024 season. Casting will be in the...
Strangers on Istanbul’s Walls: A Glimpse Into Istanbul Street Art
The first time I came across the signature 'Yabancı' was when I stepped out of my house to do the privileged walk during the...
Hiring: Native English Speaking Teachers @ International Small Hands Academy and...
International Small Hands Academy and Utopya Schools are looking for Native English speakers for their Etiler, Rumelihisarı, Selamiçeşme and Çekmeköy campuses who are kind,...
An International Linguistic Puzzle
My wife and I visited Konya, May 2023. Never having been to Konya before, we decided to hire a guide for an all-day walking...
Turna.com: Your Gateway to a Seamless Travel Experience
Planning your dream vacation should usually be one of the most exciting and hassle free experiences. With hundreds of possible destinations and numerous travel...
How to Cope with Grief
On the morning of February 6th 2023, the citizens of Turkey woke up to the tragic news of a 7.6 magnitude earthquake affecting major...
Activities in Ayvalık for the Adventurous and Active
Ayvalık boasts beautiful blue water, lovely sunsets, and plenty of beaches to relax on, but its range of nature also provides no shortage of...
The Respite of Istanbul’s Princes’ Islands
Every time I head out to the islands, I look back on the Istanbul skyline as I imagine the first astronauts gazed down upon...
Essential Turkish Dishes #01: Beloved, Delightful Dumplings – Mantı
Turkish cuisine is a tapestry of flavors, and one dish that stands out for its unique taste and fascinating history is mantı. These delectable...
The Struggles of a New Yabancı in Turkey
Moving to Istanbul was an exciting thought. I get to live in a new country, surrounded by people of a different culture. Oh, the...
Assos: Turkey’s Best Kept Aegean Secret and Once Home to Aristotle
Aristotle, roasted almond mezes, and a tortured history… Of all Turkey’s hidden treasures, Assos (Behramkale in Turkish) is an insiders’ favorite, conveniently located between...
Friendly Speed Dating: Finding Human Connection in Monthly Events
From the organizer:
We created Friendly Speed Dating because we believe in the power of human connection. We understand that dating can be difficult and...
Interesting Names, Great Taste: Turkish Dishes to Cook During Ramadan
For over a year, the COVID-19 pandemic has been a major factor shaping our lives. This year again, the holy month of Ramadan began...