Nicole: A Sophisticated, Ambitious Culinary Experience in the Heart of Istanbul
One might be surprised to learn an unassuming turn off Istiklal, down an unusually silent path featuring several slumbering cats, and proceeding through an...
Feel the Istanburn: Gyms in Istanbul
Choosing a gym is much like choosing a life partner: sure, you have to like the look of them at first, but where will...
Introducing Piri: Audio Explorations of Istanbul’s Hidden Gems
Have you heard Piri before?
It is an audio walking tour app which urges explorers to discover amazing cities. With Piri, you can explore the...
Halloween Discount – Introducing Mitra Costume Shop: Meeting All Your Costume...
Mitra Costume Design Vintage Shop has been providing costumes (both rental and sales) since 2010 and with a constantly evolving selection of over 2,500...
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...
A Strange Fast
With the start of the holy month of Ramazan this past week, many Turks have been fasting and praying. It’s not easy, especially in...
Insider Trading: Bakıroğlu Gurme
Walk through the doors of Bakıroğlu Gurme and you’re met by a visual feast. Blocks of bright fruit and vegetables, counters chock full of...
Magic for Smiles: Using Magic for Humanitarian Work
Turkey has often been described as a “magical” country with its amazing scenery, vast history, and seemingly endless curiosities that can be found in...
Three Romantic Ideas for Valentine’s Day in Istanbul
Every year, with the arrival of the first day of February, we know what is ahead of us -Valentine’s Day! While some can’t wait...
The Şakirin Mosque
There are more than 3000 active mosques in Istanbul and, in terms of architectural style, they can generally be categorized as either Byzantine (ancient...
Seven Challenges for 2020
New years are always a good time to forget the past and start with something new, like pursuing goals and adopting changes. As my...
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...
How to Enjoy a Museum with Children in Istanbul
Istanbul has many museums and small galleries, the latter being mostly dedicated to contemporary art and dispersed all over the city. Have you ever...
Through the Lens: Haydarpaşa Terminal and Rail Yard
For everyone who has stared with fondness and curiosity at the Haydarpaşa Terminal, either from a passing ferry, the Tibbiye Caddesi bridge to the...
Istanbul Adrift
It was bound to happen sooner or later. But it happened much sooner than the citizens of Istanbul were ready for. And it happened in...
Hiring: International Sales Representative @ Reviveair
Reviveair is hiring for the position of International Sales Representative.
Reviveair specializes in plastic surgery, dental services and hair transplants and is known for taking...
Student Life: 8 Tips to Live in Istanbul on a Student...
Is living on a budget a choice or an obligation? In my case, unfortunately, it had to be an obligation. I’ve moved to Istanbul...
What’s in a Name? – On Naming Children in Turkey
As with most parents, picking a name for my children was a bit of a nightmare. My husband and I had many difficulties, as...
Tale from Istanbul’s New Normal
Friday night. A few minutes before midnight. April 20th, 2020. Kaan is in the CCTV room of the luxurious hotel where he works as...
(Past Event) %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...
Tribute to Ayran: An Expat Love Story
Writing about the allure of ayran has been on my agenda for over a year now. Every time an expat informs me that they...
Kem Kum Egyptian Vegan Restaurant: Moda’s Family-Owned Culinary Delight
For those happy with Turkish cuisine, finding a place to eat in Istanbul is easy enough with plenty of options in every neighborhood and...
(Past Event) 42nd IKSV Istanbul Film Festival
The Istanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts (IKSV) is bringing on Turkey's biggest international cinema event, Istanbul Film Festival, for the 42nd time. Featuring...
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...