Retrospective: Expat Spotlight #9 – Education @ ATÖLYE
In collaboration with ATÖLYE, Yabangee continues to present Expat Spotlight, a monthly series showcasing the freshest, most inspiring contributions being made by Istanbul’s diverse...
ATÖLYE Spotlight: In Conversation with Ece Altunmaral and Edipcan Yıldız of...
In the current climate of consumer awareness, now more than ever, the clothes we wear convey a message to the world around us. Local,...
Retrospective – Expat Spotlight #22: Photography
A collaboration of Yabangee and ATÖLYE - we proudly continue with the latest season of Expat Spotlight - a monthly series showcasing the freshest,...
Retrospective – “Energiser Session” with Mischief Makers
From the organizer:
You are invited to “Energiser Session” created by Mischief Makers and hosted by ATÖLYE Academy on April 30 at 3 PM (GMT...
Through the Lens: Edirnekapı Kuş Pazarı (Bird Market)
Every sunday in the Edirnekapı district of Fatih, right by part of the old city walls, is one of the more interesting spectacles that...
Walk Across Turkey: Luxury in Nazilli
It was lunchtime when I arrived in Nazilli, population about 120,000. I walked up to the first restaurant I saw and ordered a lunch...
Behind the Scenes at the IKSV 38th Istanbul Film Festival: Daily...
The film that best describes Lynne Ramsay: Ratcatcher
The president of this year’s International Competition Lynne Ramsay attended the screening of her 1999 film Ratcatcher...
Rezan Has Museum: A Gem on the Golden Horn
The Golden Horn was of great importance during the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires. This deep, natural harbor was a strategic point to defend the...
Waltzing into the New Year with BIFO
Even though the Borusan Istanbul Philharmonic Orchestra bid goodbye to 2013 in solemn style with its performance of Beethoven's magnificent yet weighty masterpiece Missa...
Hilary Hahn & Frankfurt Radio Symphony Delight @ Is Sanat
Joshua Bell, Yo-Yo Ma, Maxim Vengerov - they are some of the greatest names out there in classical music. And they are all legends...
Concluding IKSV’s Jazz Festival – An Evening with the Masters
By Julián Muñoz Villarreal and Elizabeth Stern
The final concert of the Istanbul IKSV Jazz Festival took place this past Wednesday evening against the lush...
Muxtar: A Documentary about Democracy in the Village
Democracy: A political system defined by the vote of the people and the service of elected representatives whose main duty is to meet the...
Review: Asian Dub Foundation `La Haine` Live Soundtrack @ Babylon Bomonti
An opportunity to reunite with Mathieu Kassovitz’s cult classic La Haine? Re-watching baby Vinz alongside a live performance from the talented Asian Dub Foundation? Babylon...
Review: Closet Circuit Drawing Classes
Originally set up as a space for creative sustainability, over the past year, Closet Circuit has hosted a variety of projects including a unique...
A Day Inside the World of Comikon Istanbul 2017
Last weekend I joined the Comikon Istanbul Manga Fest 2017 and here is a brief review of the biggest event for manga and anime...
Poetry Slam Istanbul: Paving the way for Poets & Performers on...
Poetry Slam Istanbul, the first open mic poetry slam event in Istanbul will bring poetry performers and an audience to Kaset Kadıköy on March...
Theatre Review: 3 Short Comedy Plays in 1 Night!
Under the direction of Kenny Laurie, comes together three half-hour comedy plays that tell the tales of transformation and rebirth. Come Again! is the...
In Conversation with Mehmet Nasuh Ortak of MNO Jewelry
Master jeweler Mehmet Nasuh Ortak of MNO Jewelry has been creating custom-made jewelry in gold and silver since 1987. Mr. Ortak has also been...
Ask an Expat: Lisa Morrow
Meet Lisa Morrow, a writer who is consistently surprised by the city. Learn more about her book and her favorite places in Istanbul below!
Why...
The Abstract Art of Tom Whitty
With his bearded chin and pierced left ear, Tom Whitty looks every inch the artist. He dresses casually, talks quietly and occasionally seems to...
In Conversation with Phil Dexter of Kiron Open Higher Education Istanbul,...
Meet Phil Dexter from Kiron Open Higher Education Istanbul, an online education platform for refugees.
As scenes of refugees in situations of despair and distress have...
In Conversation with Lisa Morrow, Freelance Writer and Blogger of “Inside...
I met Lisa Morrow for the first time at Story Café, a modern coffee shop in Kadıköy popular among both Turks and foreigners where...
City Scherzos: Mother-of-Pearl
We were getting married. We couldn’t believe it. It was unbelievable. We didn’t consider ourselves the marrying type. We were too lazy to get...
Take 5: Kadıköy
Calm, cool, easy-going Kadiköy has always been one my favourite Istanbul districts. I love to start my day with breakfast at the picturesque Thales...