Iznik ceramics: relighting the kilns of history
The tiles of Iznik can be found decorating monuments and religious structures; not only in Turkey, but in Cairo, Damascus, Jerusalem, and many other cities, and are proudly displayed in…
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The dazzling legacy of Ottoman jewelry
The Ottoman Empire’s bejeweled masterpieces give us tantalizing glimpses into Istanbul’s multi-ethnic past, and its cultural legacy is the exquisite jewelry being made by the city’s contemporary designers and craftsmen.…
Boza and şıra: not-so-innocent drinks of the Ottomans
Food fermentation is a culinary trend around the world, and for good reason. In certain foods, the process of converting carbohydrates and sugars can not only create bacteria-boosting agents but…
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…
Turkish milk puddings: satisfy sweet tooth without guilt
Turkish cuisine is rich with syrupy desserts, sometimes cloyingly sweet for foreign palates. However, there is a great, often-neglected option in the Turkish sweet world: milk puddings, which are a…
Sublime fragrance: the story behind Anatolian roses
The Anatolian rose is much more than just a pretty look and an indulgent scent. From the Ottoman era to the present day, it continues to produce the world’s most…
Bursa: why is the old Ottoman capital worth a visit?
In comparison with Istanbul, the city of Bursa might seem like a quiet, provincial town. The good news is that Bursa is in fact calm and welcoming – a perfect…
