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Turkish regional cuisines and where to try them in Istanbul

The Turkish cuisine has a long and deep-rooted legacy that goes way beyond kebab. Turkey is a colorful country with differing climates and terrains, featuring a rich culinary experience. With…

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Beyoğlu food tour: backstreet classics only locals know about

The spirit of old Beyoğlu lives on in its backstreets, where hidden gems remind present-day visitors why the neighborhood used to be Istanbul’s primary food shopping destination. Third and fourth…

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Pandeli: tasting the century old memory of Istanbul

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Classic Turkish night: Istanbul’s meyhane culture and where to experience it

The meyhane is more than a mere place to eat and drink. It is where conversation takes center stage, where hearts are poured out as the rakı flows. Many traditional…

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Dine in style: eating and drinking in Nişantaşı

With its many international luxury brands and Turkish designer boutiques, Nişantaşı is Istanbul’s most exclusive neighborhood. To complete your high-end shopping trip, and top up your energy, take a break…

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How to eat like the Ottomans today

Ottoman fine dining is a fantastic and delicate melange of flavors drawing influence from Levantine, Turkic, Persian, and European roots. Check out the The Guide Istanbul’s top suggestions for where…

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Best foreign cuisine restaurants in Istanbul

While Turkish food has always dominated Istanbul’s culinary scene, there are also some remarkable restaurants serving foreign cuisine that add distinct flavors. Shang Palace As the signature restaurant of Shangri-La…

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Kadıköy food tour: eating on the Asian side

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Istanbul’s top fish restaurants

While some fish restaurants in Istanbul stick to what they know best and master one dish, others let their imagination go wild—taking on various culinary experiments. To mark the beginning…

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