Antique Shopping in Istanbul: Tellalzade Street
The first time I wandered onto Tellalzade Street was a complete coincidence. My friend and I, both new to the bright and bold city...
Compulsory Earthquake Insurance in Turkey – Quick, Easy, Affordable Price Quote
If you've dealt with purchasing property at all in Turkey, it's likely you've been informed that having earthquake insurance in Turkey is compulsory. Considering...
Many Faces of Turkish Cuisine and Where to Find Them
There are lots of specialties that might come to your mind when someone mentions Turkey. One thing is for sure: Food! Turkish cuisine can...
Turkish Destinations: Where Words Fail, Music Speaks
The title of my piece belongs to the aphorism of famous Danish author Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875). Andersen said long time ago “where words...
Tips for Eating Organic & Healthy in Istanbul
While eating healthy might not normally be a top priority, if you have kids like me, that opinion will likely change as you probably...
The View from Kuştepe (Life in the Shadow of Trump Towers)
It’s hard to miss the Trump Towers in Istanbul.
The twin tower complex, bearing the signature brand name in large letters, commands your view as...
(Past Event) St. Patrick’s Istanbul Party @ Beat
#What: St. Patrick's Istanbul Party
#When: Sunday 19 March
#Where: Beat
#Address: Yeşilçam Sk. no:9/A, 34435 Beyoğlu
#Doors open: 22:00
#Ticket Status: Discounted Early Bird Tickets Available
#Note: 18+ only. Gender...
Cave Escape: Nimara Mağarası
Nimara Mağarası is a fascinating, Neolithic era cave near Marmaris, in southwest Turkey. Though close to home, I’d only fantasied about this tactile wonderland...
Feriye: A Gathering of Worlds by the Bosphorus
The path between Beşiktaş and Ortaköy is a familiar one to anybody who has hosted a traveler to Istanbul and spent time roaming the...
(Past Event) Solidarity & Support Gathering (Fundraiser + Donations Point)@ Arsen...
We invite everyone to join us for a gathering to show solidarity and generate some additional support in the form of fundraising and donating...
Hiring: Japanese, German, Korean, Spanish, Vietnamese, Urdu, Hindi, Arabic, and Ukrainian...
As Scorp, a local popular social media start-up, we are looking for new team members in our marketing department as Digital Marketing Leads who...
Turkish Pide: Eating Like a Local
Different regions of Turkey are famous for different delicacies. While the Aegean coast is famous for its olive-oil based meze and alcoholic beverage Rakı, the Black Sea...
(Past Event) We Call It Home: Istanbul Dialogues – Women’s Issues...
We Call It Home: Istanbul Dialogues is a monthly series from Yabangee/Settle Turkey and ATÖLYE showcasing the inspiring contributions being made by Istanbul’s diverse...
Mardin: An Old, Poetic City With Authentic Roots
Although I've never been to the city of Mardin, this article is an attempt to give an idea to both myself and those who...
My Old Neighborhood
I was 50. Half a century. How was that even possible?
Some years ago, one of my directors Zeynep, a lovely, cheerful Mediterranean woman had...
The Way We Travel
When it comes to travel, the questions, ‘why?’ and ‘how?’ are often far more meaningful than, ‘where?’ Two people may go on the same...
The Olive Tree: Turkey’s Past, Present, and Future
“Zeytinyağı gibi üste çıkma!” or “Don’t stick out like olive oil!”
This time last year, my husband and I were sipping olive oil at a...
Turkish 101: Four Idioms You Need to Know
If you have been living in Turkey long enough, surely you speak enough survival Turkish to get by in everyday life. However, every now...
(Past Event) We Call It Home: Istanbul Dialogues – Resolutions @...
We Call It Home: Istanbul Dialogues is a new monthly series from Yabangee/Settle Turkey and ATÖLYE showcasing the inspiring contributions being made by Istanbul’s...
Legends of Turkey: Sarıkız
Once upon a time, there was a beautiful girl with shiny blonde hair that ran down her shoulders and sweet hazel eyes which sparkled...
Welcome to Istanbul: An Orientation Guide for Moving to & Living...
So you've decided to move to Istanbul. Hoş geldiniz and congrats on a fantastic decision! We're confident you'll love it here just as much...
9 Turkish Red Wines Worth Trying
One of the many seemingly incessant complaints I hear from other yabancılar is a disdain for Turkish wines. Navigating the wine scene in Turkey...
(Past Event) Yabangee International New Year’s Party @ Arsen Lupen
Let’s celebrate the last party of 2022! Meet us on Saturday 31 December for a New Year’s Party at our regular spot of Arsen...
(PAST EVENT) We Call It Home: Istanbul Dialogues – Local Flavors...
We Call It Home: Istanbul Dialogues is a new monthly series from Yabangee/Settle Turkey and ATÖLYE showcasing the inspiring contributions being made by Istanbul’s...