(May 31) %100 Music Presents: Picnic & Gathering Istanbul – A...
Returning for its 6th edition, Picnic & Gathering Istanbul promises a unique celebration that blends music, culinary creativity, and immersive art in one of...
(May 16-19) Into the Wild @ Kabak Bay
Into The Wild Festival is taking place in Kabak Bay, Fethiye from May 16th to 19th! For four days, Into The Wild will offer...
Five Years Later, A Yorgunluk Kahvesi
A feeling that was about to disappear in the chaos of life suddenly hit me so hard that I had to sit down and...
(April 11-22) 44th Istanbul Film Festival by IKSV
The 44th Istanbul Film Festival, organised by the Istanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts (İKSV) and sponsored by N Kolay, takes place from 11...
Çamlıca Mosque: Where Faith Meets the Sky
Perched on the hill of Çamlıca is a spiritual gem that combines Ottoman and modern architecture, where the breeze carries both the sounds of...
Cibali’s Tobacco Factory Turned Learning Facility
Türkiye is known for its sigara (cigarette) smoking culture. And while many events have shaped this practice, there is an intriguing tobacco history that...
Bringing Joy to Your New Home in Türkiye with Flowwow
Moving to a new country is an exciting adventure filled with new experiences, friendships, and cultural discoveries. Whether you’re in Türkiye for work, study,...
Exploring Istanbul’s Museum of Innocence: Where Fiction Meets Reality
In the heart of Istanbul, in the historic district of Beyoğlu—more precisely, in the ancient streets of Çukurcuma—lies a museum that is out of...
Scorp is Hiring Speakers of Arabic, Russian, Ukrainian, Portuguese, & Spanish
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...
Ramadan in Türkiye: A Primer
Ramadan, pronounced in Turkish as Ramazan, is once again upon us. There are the basic tenets of the month-long fast that anyone living in...
My Turkish Neighbours Who Taught Me What ‘Korkma’ Means
In Turkish, the word ‘korkma’ means ‘don’t be scared.’ How I learned this makes for an interesting story—one which strengthened my belief that people,...
Dispatches from Cappadocia: From Türkiye to Brazil – The Scandal Surrounding...
Imagine this scenario: you are enjoying a trip to Thailand while ordering a coffee at a very simple place but to your surprise, the...
Dispatches from Cappadocia: The Soup Of Shame – A Late Night...
Recently my friends and I have created a rule. We are not allowed to have more than 3 cocktails when we’re out. Whoever is...
Dispatches from Cappadocia: Are We the Legal Aliens in Türkiye?
If I am driving, I am the one in charge of the playlist. No negotiation! In my car you will either listen to R&B...
Dispatches from Cappadocia: Börek, Mini Türks And Homesickness
There is nothing more sacred to an expat than the taste of food from home, although this is the kind of truth we only...
Christmas for Expats in Istanbul: Celebrate with a Taste of Home
Bring the magic of Christmas to your Istanbul table with our special holiday catering! Enjoy a traditional feast featuring Christmas Ham, festive sides, and...
Looking For Freelance Corporate English Language Trainers @ Affina
Affina Training & Consultancy is seeking experienced and motivated native-speaker English language trainers to join our team as freelance trainers.
As a Freelance Corporate English...
Thanksgiving for Expats in Istanbul: A Taste of Home Away from...
Thanksgiving is a beloved tradition, a time for gathering with family and friends, sharing a festive meal, and reflecting on the things we’re grateful...
(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...
Discover Colife: Istanbul’s Leading Smart-Rental Startup
Colife is an Istanbul-based international smart-rental startup that operates as a full-cycle property management company. From the start, Colife has been revolutionizing the rental...
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...
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...
(Past Event) +1 Presents: Lana Lubany @ Salon IKSV
Salon IKSV are set to host the one of the most intriguing figures in the contemporary avant-pop scene in Lana Lubany on Friday 22...