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Istanbul April 2014 the guide

10 SIGHTSEEING & museums Major sightseeing attractions plus museums and events.

16 Galleries National and commercial art galleries.

20 entertainment & NIGHTLIFE The latest information on İstanbul’s concerts and clubs.

30 shopping Major shopping areas and our choice of the best speciality stores

50 dining Listings by neighbourhood and cuisine

60 ESSENTIALS Transport and useful information. Tips for getting around town.

Contents

4 HOT DATES artefacts at the exhibition Distant Neighbor: Close Memories: 600 years of Turkish and Polish Relations, Enjoy a concert by Haris Alexiou. And don’t miss on the cover the chance to hear a moving performance by on display at the Sabancı Museum. IWC Schaffhausen: Premium renowned violinist Itzhak Perlman. luxury watches. 20 IMMORTAL MUSICAL Lose yourself in the moving songs and magical STAY IN TOUCH 8 GLOBAL TASTES Follow us on twitter Savour the range of flavours of Thai curries, sushi, atmosphere of the beloved musical Notre Dame de @where-istanbul

Turkish-Mediterranean and Western Grill at The Paris, on stage at Zorlu Center PSM. Like us on facebook.com/ Globe, prepared by chef Yannis Manikis. whereistanbulmagazine MY PERFECT DAY 72 Where is the largest global 16 COMMERCE, WAR AND PEACE Necati Yılmaz, manager of Matbah Restaurant, publisher of visitor magazines, shares his favourite places in the city. available in the finest hotels and Take a trip through time as you view historical operating in 76 cities worldwide.

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WHERE MAGAZINE İSTANBUL EDiTORIAL İstanbul is even more EDITOR Dilek Koç MANAGING DIRECTOR Gürkan Kınacı Contributing editor Emma Levine beautiful in spring! englısh edıtorıal dırector Bob Beer DesignerS Tijen Tezel, Yasemin Şahin This month İstanbul greets the spring with its historic landmarks, parks, mosques, contrıbutors Ardan Zentürk, Özden Akbal churches and museums and of course, the sparkle of the Bosphorus. A full month deputy edıtor Özlem Aykın Kınacı oaykin@ whereistanbul.com.tr awaits you with newly opened venues and dazzling concerts. At Zorlu Center PSM photo edıtor Sami Atalan you can see Notre Dame Paris (p. 20), the Broadway musical based on Victor Hugo’s consultant Aynur Koç famous novel, and at the İstanbul Congress Center (p. 21), violin virtuoso Itzhak responsıble edıtor Aslı Koç ADVERTISING & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT Perlman returns. Meanwhile, Cemal Reşit Rey Concert Hall welcomes Spanish pop SALES DIRECTOR Selen Uzeroğlu Kaya singer Luz Casal (p. 22). [email protected] Several major exhibitions continue this month, including Distant Neighbours, Close busıness development & marketıng marketing dırEctor Mahmut Bölükbaş Memories – 600 years of Turkish & Polish Relations at the Sakıp Sabancı Museum (p. 16). [email protected] New trends in Istanbul’s nightlife are focussed mainly in Karaköy and Beyoğlu, Evren Satır [email protected] with clubs including Nublu İstanbul, Fosil, Gaspar, Zelda Zonk and Mini Müzikhol productıon productıon manager Aybüke Kevser continuing to top the list of favourites. There are also jazz concerts at Salon IKSV assıstant Selda Ceylan Toprak (p. 22), live performances in the historic atmosphere of Hypnos (p. 24), and a controller Yıldırım Uğurgelen wonderful spring concert programme at Babylon. In addition to the many events and venues we’ve highlighted throughout the magazine, don’t forget that you are in a city many thousands of years old. Be sure

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CONCIERGE ADVISORY BOARD Union Internationale des Concierges d’Hotel “Les Clefs d’Or” is an International Association of Concierges. Registered at 12, Rue Cambon, 75001 Paris, France. Members are as follows Ali Öner - Ceylan Intercontinental Hotel Cengiz Görkem - Çırağan Palace Kempinski İstanbul Halil Tınaztepe - Four Seasons Bosphorus Yiğit Emen - Hilton İstanbul Koray Tüfekçi - Park Hyatt İstanbul Maçka Palas Cenk Caner - The Ritz - Carlton, İstanbul Sedat Tuncay - Sheraton Hotel Ankara Adnan Öner (President) - Swissôtel The Bosphorus Alpaslan Yıldız - The Grand Tarabya Oğuz Uzun - Divan İstanbul Fetih Güçlüer - Shangri La Bosphorus, İstanbul Endorsed by the Society of the Golden Keys of Turkey

2 WHERE İstanbul I april 2014 april 2014www.wheretraveler.com I İstanbUl WHERE 53 Where now | CALENDAR APRIL Visit Süleymaniye Mosque, with its 1 striking tiles and stained glass (p. 15) Enjoy city with İstanbulWalks, the best 2 tour guide in İstanbul. T: 0212 516 6300. Don’t miss Greek vocalist Haris Alexiou HOT DATES 3 İncesaz at Zorlu Center PSM (p. 22) Visit Topkapı Palace, the administrative 4 centre of the Ottoman Empire (p. 13) THURSday Have a magical brunch on the Bosphorus at 5 Floripa in Rumelihisarı (p. 61) Browse for antique watches and jewellery 6 in Beyoğlu’s Avrupa Pasajı Experience top-notch Turkish cuisine at 7 Hünkar Restaurant in Nişantaşı (p. 65) 10 Choose from top quality children’s clothing THE HUMAN BODY 8 and accessories at Miki House (p. 36) EXHIBITION Take a break from your shopping at İstinyePark at Emporio Armani Ristorante (p. 60) On display at the İstanbul 9 Aquarium, this fascinating Visit the exhibition The Human Body at the 10 İstanbul Aquarium (p. 18) exhibition provides a three- dimensional view of the human Enjoy ‘Canadian folk minstrel’ Rufus Wainright’s 11 concert at Küçükçiftlik Park (p. 22) body’s systems that work together to keep us alive, with real dynamic Explore Üsküdar Antique Market, then try 12 ekmek kadayıfı at Kanaat Lokantası (p. 65) body specimens (p. 18). Understand Ottoman-Polish history at the 13 Sabancı Museum’s new exhibition (p. 16). Experience spring in İstanbul with a boat 14 tour up the Bosphorus (p. 68) THURSDAY See The Gali Collection’s home and yacht 15 collections and original designs (p. 42) If you like sculpture, visit the neo-mini- 16 malist exhibition at Plato Sanat (p. 19) Enjoy a magnificent concert by the Bavarian 3 17 Radio Chamber Orchestra at İş Sanat (p. 21) HARIS ALEXIOU & Taste delicious mezes with a view of the 18 Golden Horn at Duble Meze Bar (p. 25) INCESAZ Spend a night dancing to great DJ music at The famous Greek vocalist Haris 19 Karaköy Fosil (p. 26) Alexiou together with İncesaz, an Stroll through the magnificent tulip beds in ensemble playing Western-infused 20 full bloom at the Emirgan Woods Turkish music, bridge the two shores Don’t miss Luz Casal’s Mediterranean-inspired of the Aegean in their performance 21 concert at Cemal Reşit Rey (p. 22) at Zorlu Center PSM (p. 22). Find wonderful books at Assouline in Bebek, 22 and have coffee at Bebek Kahvesi (p. 42) Explore Karaköy to discover its hidden 23 churches and other historic gems TUESDAY Visit Galeri Manâ and discover the links 24 between modern and classical art (p. 17) Treat yourself to mezes at Revma Balık in its 25 60-year-old Bosphorus Mansion (p.xx) Tour the exhibitions at the Pera Museum, 26 then try top fusion cuisine at Mikla (p. 62) 29 Visit the Spice Bazaar to buy pistachio lokum ITZHAK PERLMAN 27 and cezerye at Malatya Pazarı (p. 32) Acknowledged as one of the See the famous Broadway musical Notre world’s finest violinists of the 28 Dame de Paris at Zorlu Center PSM (p. 20) 20th and 21st centuries, Perlman World renowned violinist Itzhak Perlman presents an unforgettable 29 perfoms at İstanbul Congress Center (p. 21) evening of classical music at the Enjoy New York jazz pianist Richie Beirach’s İstanbul Congress Center (p. 21). 30 performance at Akbank Sanat (p. 17)

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THE GLOBE Yannis Manikis What are the signature dishes on your Executive Chef menu? Our signature dishes that really must be tried are globe artichoke soup, Tell us about your design. Bomonti Caesar salad (duck confite, The restaurant was parmesan encrusted duck egg and shaved designed by GA Design parmesan), and grilled octopus. International from London, What do you think about Turkish cuisine with a minimal contemporary décor and – what is your favourite? I love the history layout with very smart touches of fading, and tradition behind Turkish cuisine. My and small sections and separations. The favourite dishes are braised lamb kebab, menu design is in harmony with the smoked eggplant purée, lamb jus with contemporary style of the restaurant itself, thyme and for dessert, künefe. and inspired by the beautiful complexity of Istanbul as a city. What are your favorite places in What’s coming up at the hotel? Istanbul? I love most of all We are hosting the EMEA Hilton Worldwide the old parts of the city, and the Executive Dinner. Our DJ performances markets around Eminönü. will continue through April, as well as our roof-top bar Cloud 34. One of Hilton Istanbul Bomonti İstanbul’s finest DJ’s, Kaan Düzarat and Hotel & Conference Center, his team perform on Friday and Silahşör Cad. 42, Bomonti, Şişli. Saturday nights from 10pm until 2am. T: 0212 375 3000.

8 WHERE İstanbul I april 2014 www.wheretraveler.com 13 Please find Museum Pass İstanbul for opportunities www.museum.gov.tr SIGHTSEEING & MUSEUMS SIGHTSEEING & MUSEUMS events. Requires prior appointment by phone. Mah. Paşa Cad. Bayrampaşa. T: 0212 640 8088. Sightseeing TL 5. Topkapı Palace 1st Courtyard, Sultanahmet, Shopping Centre Map (p.36). Eminönü. T: 0212 512 0480. F5. Basilica Cistern (Yerebatan Sarnıcı) Kılıç Ali Paşa Mosque The largest covered cistern in İstanbul, named after Hagia Sophia Museum This mosque, designed by Mimar Sinan, resembles a basilica once located nearby. Built during the (Ayasofya Müzesi) a small Hagia Sophia, and is adorned with famous reign of Justinian I (527-565) to provide water for Built between 532 and 537 by Byzantine Emperor Iznik tiles of the period. It also includes a külliye, or neighbouring palaces. 143m long, 65m wide, Justinian I in the old city centre, Hagia Sophia, or complex consisting of a Turkish bath, a tomb and a with a total area of 9,800 square metres. Open daily Church of the Holy Wisdom, is the oldest and most madrassah. Tophane, Beyoğlu. D5. between 09:00 am and 17:00 pm Admission fee: TL quickly constructed cathedral in the world, and 10. www.yerebatan.com. Alemdar Mah. Yerebatan fourth largest in terms of its area. A masterpiece Maiden’s Tower (Kız Kulesi) Cad. 1/3, Sultanahmet. T: 0212 522 1259. F5. of art, history and architecture, it served two Built on a small Bosphorus islet off the coast of Üsküdar, the Maiden’s Tower has been at the centre Cistern Of Philoxenos Abrahamic religions -916 years as the central church of the Byzantine Empire and 477 years as of many myths. According to one, it was built by (Binbirdirek Sarnıcı) mosque - before being converted into a museum an emperor to protect his daughter who he saw The second-largest water reservoir in İstanbul in 1935. Tue-Sun 9am-6pm. Admission fee: TL 25. die of snakebite in a dream. The effort proved after the Basilica Cistern, this structure was built futile as the snake hid itself in a fruit basket and Museum Pass Point Sultanahmet. in the 4th century according to Byzantine sources. bit her anyway. Having served as a customshouse, T: 0212 522 0989. F5. When Emperor Constantine I rebuilt the city, it watchtower, lighthouse, radar station, and was constructed to provide water to the Byzantine İstanbul Aquarium warehouse throughout its 2,500-year history, it palace. Columns bear pyramid-shaped capitals. The İstanbul Aquarium is the world’s largest also marked the entrance of the Bosphorus. The The Cistern of Philoxenos serves as a museum thematic aquarium, and has received huge positive foundations and most of the lower storey of the today. Daily 9am-8pm. Admission fee: TL 10. response from the public. Daily 10am-8pm. tower were built during the reign of Mehmet II, and www.binbirdirek.com. İmran Öktem Cad. 4, www.istanbulakvaryum.com. Şenlikköy Mah. it took its final shape during the reign of Mahmut Binbirdirek, Sultanahmet. T: 0212 518 1001. F5. Yeşilköy Halkalı Cad. 93, Florya. II. Daily 9am-00:30am. Museum cafe 9am-6:45pm. Dolmabahçe Palace Museum T: 0212 444 9744. Off map. Live music-dinner (Reservations required) 8:15pm- 12:30am. Museum Pass Advantage Point (25% off (Dolmabahçe Sarayı Müzesi) Jurassic Land adult tickets and 20% discount on Breakfast/Lunch/ Commissioned by Sultan Abdülmecit I, this palace Jurassic Land invites you to discover the world Dinner/Brunch purchases) was built between 1843 and 1856. It reflects the of the dinosaurs, where these most magnificent www.kizkulesi.com.tr. Salacak Mevkii, Üsküdar. D7. Western influence in Ottoman architecture in creatures – the last of which died out 65 million the late 18th century. Design contains eclectic years ago – come back to life. Designed in an Miniatürk elements from the baroque, rococo and ‘edutainment’ concept combining fun and Covering an area of 60,000 square metres, neoclassical styles. It served as Atatürk’s residence education. Daily 10am-8pm. Museum Pass Miniatürk is the largest model park in the world, during the early Republican Period and hosted Advantage Point (%20 discount on tickets) displaying 105 1/25 scale models of major

many high level foreign guests before being www.jurassicland.com.tr. Forum İstanbul, Kocatepe structures in the Turkish and former Ottoman converted into a museum. Daily open except Mon&Thu 9am-3pm. Admission fee: TL 40. www.dolmabahce.gov.tr. Dolmabahçe Cad. Beşiktaş. T: 0212 236 9000. B7.

Galata Tower (Galata Kulesi) Located in the Galata district, it was built in 1348 by the Genoese in addition to the city walls to defend the region from outside attacks. The tower has Ageless a superb panoramic view of the Bosphorus, the Golden Horn and the city. The restaurant located A Living Museum Fun! at the top floor of the tower offers Turkish and Vialand open-air theme park is now home to a rarity in Europe: international dishes. Daily 9am-7pm. Admission Children will also enjoy the face fee: TL 13. www.galatatower.net. Bereketzade Mah. Büyük Hendek Cad. 2, Kuledibi, Şişhane. a living museum. painting activities, and there’s T: 0212 293 8180. D4. always fun to be had with the Galata Mevlevihanesi Turkuazoo mascots. Visitors anlı Müze (literally, Living Museum) Founded in the late 15th century, this Mevlevi boasts 100 three-dimensional works, aged 14 and above can dive lodge is a fine place to acquaint yourself with the Cthe viewer becomes ‘at one’ with the with the sharks and experience Islamic Mystic philosophy and practices which art, and is able to take photographs besides, one of the most breathtaking hold such an important place Anatolia’s cultural heritage. Operating as a museum since the last in front of – even inside the pieces. adventures of a lifetime – no quarter of the 20th century, this historical site previous experience required! Reproductions of unusual works by famous consists of three floors, including the Semâhâne, painters, and images which are etched where the dervishes perform their famous ritual in our memories, are reinterpreted in whirling dance. The museum’s collection also three-dimensional video and animations. includes calligraphic panels, musical instruments, costumes and other items from Mevlevi culture. Drawing upon the interplay of light and Daily open except Tuesdays. Museum Pass Point shadow in classical art, this new approach www.rumievlevi.com.tr. Galip Dede Cad. 22,

takes advantage of modern art materials, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 252 0773. D5. technology and digital art to create three- Hagia Irene Museum

dimensional works that viewers may touch, Located in the outer courtyard of the Topkapı Mysterious Subterranean World photograph and film. Palace, Hagia Irene is a Byzantine structure dating Basilica Cistern, located in the Historic Peninsula, was built in 542 AD by Byzantine back to the 4th century. It is the second largest Emperor Justinian I (527-565) to meet the water needs of the Grand Palace. An Byzantine church after Hagia Sophia and the only Yeşilpınar Mah. Girne Cad. Eyüp. T: 0212 397 1930. underground forest of columns was sourced from various pre-Christian temples to one with a surviving atrium. Also open for special create the cistern, which is one of the city’s most compelling places to visit (p. 11). www.canlimuze.com events and ceremonies, the museum hosts various

10 WHERE İstanbul I April 2014 April 2014 I İstanbUl WHERE 11 SIGHTSEEING & MUSEUMS SIGHTSEEING & MUSEUMS region. Open daily between 09:00 am and 17:30 pm renovated during the Ottoman and Republican items from the time. Süleyman Seba Cad. Admission fee: TL 7. Museum Pass Advantage Admission fee: TL 10. www.miniaturk.com.tr. Borsa periods. Its magnificent mosaics and frescos are Akaretler Sıraevler, 36, Beşiktaş. Point (You can buy the ticket with a special discount) Durağı Mevkii. İmrahor Cad. Sütlüce. among the finest examples of Byzantiane art. Daily T: 0212 236 3329. www.sadberkhanimmuzesi.org.tr. Büyükdere A7. T: 0212 222 2882. Off map. except Wed 9am-6pm. Admission fee: TL 15. Cad. 25/29, Sarıyer. T: 0212 242 3813. Off map. Museum Pass Point Ayvansaray Mah. Military Museum (Askeri Müze)

Sapphire Kariye Camii Sok. 26, Edirnekapı, Fatih. Constructed in 1841 as a Military Academy, this Sakıp Sabancı Museum A hot destination since the day it opened, building serves today as the Military Museum. T: 0212 631 9241. C2. The main building of this museum is a villa built in Sapphire’s observation deck offers a stunning 360° 5,000 objects selected from the museum’s 1927 by Italian architect Eduard De Nari for Prince panorama that takes in the Galata Tower, Hagia Doğançay Museum collection of 45,000 items include arms, uniforms, Muhammad Ali Hasan of the Egyptian Khedive Sophia, the Bosphorus and more. Daily 10am- Housed in an historical 5-storey building, this tents, flags, swords, helmets and Ottoman-era family. Purchased by the Sabancı Family in 1950. In 10pm. www.istanbulsapphire.com. Emniyet Evleri, museum presents paintings by Adil Doğançay and artefacts. One of the oldest military bands in the 1998, it was given to Sabancı University along with Eski Büyükdere Cad. 1/1, Levent. his world-renowned son Burhan Doğançay. Free of world, the Janissary Band gives concerts between its collections and furniture to serve as a museum. T: 0212 268 8383. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). charge. Daily 10am-6pm. Admission free. 3 and 4pm. Wed-Sun 9am-5pm. Admission fee: TL The mansion houses a rich calligraphy and painting www.dogancaymuseum.org. 4. www.tsk.tr. Valikonağı Cad. 2, Harbiye. Turkuazoo collection. Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun 10am-6pm. 10am- Hüseyin Ağa Mah. Balo Sok. 42, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 233 2720. B6. Turkey’s first public aquarium, Turkuazoo is situated 8pm, Wed & Fri 10am-8pm. Free entrance at T: 0212 244 7770. C5. in the huge Forum İstanbul shopping centre. In Naval Museum (Deniz Müzesi) Wednesdays. Museum Pass Advantage Point (TL8 addition to observing marine life, visitors can İstanbul Archaeological Museums Largest maritime museum in Turkey and among the for adult ticket and 10% discount on Museum Gift Shop) muze.sabanciuniv.edu. Sakıp Sabancı also experience one of the most breath taking (İstanbul Arkeoloji Müzeleri) most important worldwide with its rich collection activities of a life time; Diving with Sharks. Mon-Sun Founded in 1891 by painter and archaeologist of 40,000 items. Barges, marine uniforms, Cad. 42, Emirgan. T: 0212 277 2200. Off map. 10am-5pm. www.turkuazoo.com. Forum İstanbul Osman Hamdi Bey, this museum houses artefacts manuscripts, scale models, standards, maps, Santralistanbul Shopping Center, Kocatepe Mah. Paşa Cad. 5/5, from the many civilizations that have left their paintings, sultans’ seals, coats of arms, galleys, The first power plant in the Ottoman Empire, Bayrampaşa. T: 0212 640 2015. marks upon history. It is also the first museum navigation tools and weaponry. Tue-Sun 9am-5pm. this complex was later upgraded in keeping with Shopping Centre Map (p.36). founded in Turkey, and considered one of the ten Admission fee: TL 5. www.denizmuzeleri.tsk.tr. foremost of its kind in the world. It is actually three Deniz Müzesi Komutanlığı, Barbaros Hayrettin Cad. advances in technology and served İstanbul until Yıldız Palace, Şale Mansıon 1983 as the Silahtarağa Power Plant. Now within different museums under the same administration: Beşiktaş. T: 0212 327 4345. B7. (Yıldız Sarayı, Şale Köşk) The Archaeological Museum, the Ancient Orient the campus of a private university, the historical Part of Yıldız Palace, Şale Köşk is one of the most Museum (Eski Şark Eserleri Müzesi) and Tiled Kiosk Panorama 1453 History Museum building has recently been renovated to serve as fascinating examples of 19th-century Ottoman Museum (Çinili Köşk Müzesi), which together form Witness the conquest of İstanbul 560 years later an art and culture centre. Highlights include the architecture. It consists of three main buildings an outstanding attraction in the city. and relive the moment Mehmet II entered the old engine rooms preserved to establish an Energy constructed in between 1880 and 1898, located www.istanbularkeoloji.gov.tr. Tue-Sun 9am-4pm. city. Open daily between 08:30 am and 17:30 pm Museum, plus contemporary art exhibitions and in a garden surrounded by high walls. Its last two Admission fee: TL 10. www.panoramikmuze.com. Admission fee: TL 15. Museum Pass Point (10% cultural events. Tue-Sun 10am-8pm. Admission fee: sections were constructed to host Kaiser Wilhelm Maltepe Mah., Topkapı Kültür Parkı Panorama 1453 discount at the Shop and Café) Cankurtaran TL 15TL. www.santralistanbul.org. Eski Silahtarağa II during his visit to İstanbul. Daily except Mon-Thu Tarih Müzesi Topkapı – Zeytinburnu. Mah., Alemdar Cad Osman Hamdi Bey Yokuşu, Elektrik Santralı, Kazım Karabekir Cad. 2/6, Eyüp. 9:30am-4pm. www.millisaraylar.gov.tr. Admission T: 0212 415 1453. Off map. Sultanahmet. T: 0212 520 7740. E5. T: 0212 311 7809. Off map. fee: TL 10. Palanga Cad. 53, Yıldız, Beşiktaş. Pera Museum T: 0212 259 8977. A8. İstanbul Modern TBMM Department Founded by the Suna and İnan Kıraç Foundation, Non-profit cultural institution offering exhibitions Of National Palaces Art Museum museum hosts three permanent collections and events held with the support of private The Apartment of the Heir Apparent at including Anatolian weights and measures, Kütahya museums individuals, institutions and establishments as well Dolmabahçe Palace, itself an architectural symbol tiles and ceramics, and orientalist art, consisting of as local governments through joint projects. of the princes’ adoption of a free lifestyle, has been Adam Mickiewicz Museum 300 paintings. Tue-Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 12am-6pm. Residence of one of Poland’s three national poets, Tue-Sun 10am-6pm, Thu 10am-8pm. converted into a world-class museum. Opened in Admission fee: TL 10. Museum Pass Advantage Admission fee: TL 14. www.istanbulmodern.org. March 2014, the museum displays 202 paintings who came to Turkey during the Crimean War to Point (20% off adult tickets and 10% discount on Meclisi Mebusan Cad. Liman İşletmeleri Müd. depicting the late Ottoman Empire. 174 of the organize the Polish troops on the allied side. Perakende Artshop and Pera Café) Antrepo 4, Karaköy. T: 0212 334 7300. D5. works are from the National Palaces Collection; the Tue-Sun 9am-4:30pm. Admission free. Serdar www.peramuzesi.org.tr. Meşrutiyet Cad. 65, Ömer Cad. Tatlı Badem Sok. 17, Dolapdere. remaining 28 are from Topkapı Palace. İstanbul Railway Museum Tepebaşı. T: 0212 334 9900. C5. T: 0212 237 2545. B5. This collection of 300 rail-related items explores Tue-Wed 9am-5pm. Fri-Sun 9am-5pm. Press Museum (Basın Müzesi) www.dolmabahce.gov.tr. Dolmabahçe Cad. Aşiyan Museum all aspects of the Turkish Railways, including items Transformed into a museum in 1988, this is the Beşiktaş. T: 0212 236 9000. B7. Residence of prominent poet and writer Tevfik from the original Orient Express. Tue-Sat 9am- 5pm. Sirkeci Train Station, Eminönü. first press museum in Turkey and the fourth in the Fikret. Personal belongings of Tevfik Fikret and world. The incredible variety of objects exhibited The Museum Of Innocence T: 0212 520 6575. E5. Abdülhak Hamid as well as photographs and includes lithography samples, platen machines, The Masumiyet Müzesi (‘Museum of Innocence’), belongings of other prominent members of the Museum for the History of Science and letterpresses, proofing tables, old typewriters and inspired by the 2008 novel of the same name Edebiyat-ı Cedide literary movement. Free of Technology in Islam (İstanbul İslam telex machines. Mon-Fri 10am-5pm. Admission by Nobel prize-winner Orhan Pamuk, is the first charge. Tue-Sat 9am-4pm. Bebek, Aşiyan Yolu 15. Bilim ve Teknoloji Tarihi Müzesi) free. Divanyolu Cad. 76, Çemberlitaş. museum in history inspired by a novel and made T: 0212 263 6986. Off map. This museum displays modern copies of inventions T: 0212 513 8458. F4. reality. Museum Pass Advantage Point (30 % off Beylerbeyi Palace Museum and discoveries by Muslim scholars which were adult tickets, 10% discount on Museum Gift Shop used for centuries but largely forgotten. The Rahmi M. Koç Museum and Café) www.masumiyetmuzesi.org. (Beylerbeyi Sarayı Müzesi displays illustrate clearly how works of Islamic The first major museum in Turkey dedicated Çukurcuma Cad. Dalgıç Çıkmazı, 2, Beyoğlu. Built by architect Serkis Balyan during the reign to the history of transportation, industry and of Sultan Abdülaziz (1861-1865), this replaced the science in areas including astronomy, geography, T: 0212 252 9738. C5. mathematics, optics, medicine, chemistry, communication. Located on the shores of the previous wooden waterfront palace. Previously Golden Horn, its collection includes thousands of The Quincentennial Foundation it was generally used in summers, particularly to technology and architecture were discovered, reached Europe via various routes, and gradually objects from gramophone needles to ships and Museum Of Turkish Jews host foreign heads of state including the Prince aircrafts. Tue-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat-Sun 10am-6pm. (500. Yıl Vakfı Türk Musevileri Müzesi) of Serbia, King of Montenegro, Shah of Iran and absorbed into those cultures. Museum Pass Point Gülhane Parkı İçi, Eminönü, Fatih. Admission fee: TL 12,50. Museum Pass Advantage (Also Known As Jewish Museum) French Empress Eugenie. Garden contains a Point (20% off adult tickets and 10% discount on Historical documents, information and objects cafeteria and sales booths. Daily except Mon&Thu www.ibttm.org. T: 0212 528 8065. E5. gift shop purchases) www.rmk-museum.org. documenting the 700-year of history of Jewry in 9am-4pm. Admission fee: TL 20. Abdullahağa Cad. Mustafa Kemal Museum tr. Hasköy Cad. 5, Hasköy. T: 0212 369 6600. B3. the Ottoman Empire. A work by sculptor Nadia Beylerbeyi, Üsküdar. T: 0216 321 9320. Off map. This three-storey house in the Akaretler Row Arditti to commemorate the Turkish-Jewish Houses, where the founder of the Turkish Republic Sadberk Hanım Museum Chora Museum (Kariye Müzesi) Funded by the Vehbi Koç Foundation, this museum soldiers fallen while defending their country greets First built as part of a monastery in 534, this Mustafa Kemal Atatürk stayed frequently between visitors at the entrance. Mon-Thu 10am-4pm, Fri- 1912 and 1919, was also the residence of his mother is located in a renovated old waterfront mansion. is the only remaining structure from a larger Sat 10am-2pm. Admission fee: TL 10. Zübeyde Hanım, his sister Makbule Atadan and his Exhibiting a collection of archaeological artefacts, complex. Since its construction, it has seen major www.muze500.com. Karaköy Meydanı, Perçemli adopted son, Abdurrahim Tunçak. Now a museum it earned the 1988 Europa Nostra Award for its renovations in the 11th and 14th centuries. The Sok. 1 (Behind Selanik Arcade), Karaköy. displaying Atatürk’s belongings and historical modern museum practices. Thu-Tue 10am-5pm. modern building consists mostly of the portions T: 0212 292 6333. D5.

12 WHERE İstanbul I April 2014 April 2014 I İstanbUl WHERE 13 Please find Museum Pass İstanbul for opportunities SIGHTSEEING & MUSEUMS www.museum.gov.tr SIGHTSEEING & MUSEUMS

to be originally built with six minarets, and stands Kazım Orbay Cad.Efe Sok. 29, Şişli. MOSQUES out on the city’s skyline from the Bosphorus. It churches AND T: 0212 240 6599. Off map. is also known as the Blue Mosque for the İznik İstanbul’s mosques are among the most SYNAGOGUES Church Of St. George Of Fener Greek outstanding witnesses to the city’s long history. tiles that adorn its interior. Entering the structure Literary Exhibits Churches and synagogues hold an important place Orthodox Patriarchate The Museum of Innocence, named after author Orhan Pamuk’s 2010 Nobel Each has a unique history and architecture, and through one of its three gates, visitors are greeted in the vast cultural geography of İstanbul, which The centre of the Orthodox Christian world, this is open to visitors at vario times of the day. by its rich and colourful ornamentation including Prize-winning book, presents exhibits, ephemera and paintings based directly has served as capital of three major empires over church hosts many relics including the column on The following is a list of some of the highlights. engravings, tiles and stained glass windows on Pamuk’s text. This joyful little museum is a creative installation that has drawn 1,600 years. The following are the most important which Jesus was whipped and remains of three Most open daily from dawn to sunset. that complement the grandeur of its exterior. of Istanbul’s churches and synagogues for their great saints. Fener Rum Patrikhanesi, Dr. Sadık acclaim from lovers of both literature and art, and been the subject of several No admittance during the Friday prayer times Sultanahmet. T: 0212 458 4468. F4/F5. history and architecture. Synagogues require a Ahmet Cad. 35, Haliç. T: 0212 531 5152. C3. international exhibitions and research projects (p. 13). between approx 12pm-1pm. Before entering the Süleymaniye Mosque permit, available from the İstanbul Chief Rabbinate. mosque, visitors should cover their arms and legs; Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church Commissioned by Sultan Süleyman I (Süleyman the T: 0212 293 8794. women should cover their heads. Magnificient), this mosque was built between 1550- Located at the intersection of Sıraselviler Street Armenian Patriarchate and İstiklal Street in Taksim, this church is a Eyüp Sultan Mosque 1557 by Sinan the Architect. Described as a work Just a 20-minute walk from Hagia Sophia, the Blue synthesis of Byzantine and modern architecture Located in Eyüp on the northern tip of the Golden from Sinan’s apprenticeship period, the mosque is Mosque and Topkapı Palace. In 2001, almost the with a cruciform plan and twin bell towers. Horn, where one of the first followers of Islam, Eyyubu actually part of the Süleymaniye Complex (Külliye), entire Armenian community of İstanbul celebrated Daily 9am-5pm. Meşelik Sok. 11/1, Taksim. El-Ensari was buried after he was killed during the also including a madrasah (religious school), the 540th anniversary of the Armenian Patriarchate T: 0212 244 1358. C5. Arab siege of Constantinople. Mehmed II ordered library, hospital, bath, soup kitchen, treasury at this church. Open Mon-Fri 9am-4pm. the construction of a shrine and a mosque on the and shops. Resting on four massive columns, the Neve Shalom Synagogue Sevgi Sok. 6, Kumkapı. T: 0212 517 0970. location. The first mosque, which was completed in mosque’s dome is 53 metres high and 26.5 metres B4. The most famous Jewish synagogue in the city. in diameter. Its interior is subtly decorated, with 1458, was later destroyed, with the present structure Ayios Dimitrios Church Shabbats, weddings, funerals, brit milahs, bar/bat the windows on the mihrab wall executed in with constructed by Uzun Hüseyin Efendi between 1798 Unusually for a 16th century Greek Orthodox mitzvahs as well as high holidays are celebrated stained glass. Süleymaniye, Beyazıt. and 1800. Eyüp. T: 0212 418 9393. A1. church, it displays clear Ottoman architectural here. Büyük Hendek Cad. 67, Kuledibi, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 532 0623. E3/E4. influence. Formerly the church of Ayios Athanasios, T: 0212 293 7566. D4. Hirka-I Şerif Mosque it is said to have changed its name when an icon of Built in 1851 by Sultan Abdülmecid in Ottoman Valide Sultan Mosque (Yeni Camii) St. Anthony Of Padua Church St. Dimitrios was brought here from a small church style, to house the Hırka-ı Şerif (the cloak of the Located in Eminönü Square next to the Egyptian Roman Catholic church with the largest in the Kasımpaşa district. Kurtuluş Square, the last Prophet Mohammed presented to him by Uwais al- Bazaar (Spice Market), this mosque in the centre congregation in İstanbul. The entrance to the bus stop on Kurtuluş Cad. Atesböceği Sok. 2, Şişli. Qarani) this mosque is open throughout the month of a complex is one of the most glorious of the church is between the two apartment buildings T: 0212 250 6248. of Ramadan. Daily 10am-4.30pm. Fatih. monumental mosques built on the coastline. It was Off map. where priests reside. Reinforced concrete commissioned by Safiye Sultan in 1597 and built by T: 0212 631 6453. D2. Beth Israel Synagogue construction built in Italian neo-Gothic style by Architect Davud Ağa, an apprentice of Sinan. Built in 1920, this synagogue provides religious architect Guillio Mongeri. Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Nuruosmaniye Mosque Upon his death in 1598, Dalgıç Ahmet Çavuş services under the Neve Shalom Foundation. It Sun 9am-12:30pm, 2pm-5pm. İstiklal Cad. 171, Commissioned by Sultan Mahmut I in 1748, this became its architect. Largely destroyed by a fire in is the most active synagogue in Turkey. Bomonti, Galatasaray, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 244 0935. C5. mosque was completed during the reign of his 1660, it was reopened in 1665. Eminönü. E4. brother Osman III, built by Mustafa Aga. With its baroque style and the three-dimensional stone patterns, it is one of its kind in world architecture. The mosque’s two minarets feature the first stone combs used instead of lead ones. Nuruosmaniye, Eminönü. T: 0212 513 0692. E4.

Ortaköy Mosque Located next to Ortaköy Pier, this mosque was commissioned by Sultan Abdülmecit to Karabet Balyan. The structure underwent restoration between 1960 and 1972. It is a baroque structure featuring a single dome with two slim minarets. Topkapı Palace (Topkapı Sarayı) Hand-woven Turkish carpets dating from 13th White stone was used for walls, mosaic and marble for the mihrab, and porphyry for the pulpit. Built in 1478, during the reign of Mehmet II (the to 20th centuries. The lower floor of the carpets Ortaköy, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 359 5908. Conqueror), Topkapı Palace served as the seat section hosts an ethnography section exhibiting A9. of government of the Ottoman Empire and Turkish daily life over the centuries. Tue-Sun Rüstem Paşa Mosque the residence of Sultans for 380 years, until 9am-5pm. Admission fee: TL 10. Museum Pass This mosque in the Tahtakale area, near the the construction of Dolmabahçe Palace. It was Point www.tiem.org. İbrahim Paşa Sarayı, Egyptian (Spice) Market, was commissioned to the organised as a museum during the reign of Sultanahmet. T: 0212 518 1805. F4. famous architect Sinan by the daughter of Sultan Abdülhamid II, but not opened to the public until Suleiman the Magnificent. Begun in the year 1561, 1924. It consists of several sections, including Yıldız Palace Museums it is a classical Ottoman structure, adorned with the Imperial Gate, the First Courtyard (Court of (Yıldız Sarayı Müzeleri) beautiful 16th-century Iznik tiles bearing floral the Janissaries), the Second Courtyard (Divan Complex of former imperial Ottoman pavilions and and fruit motifs. Tue-Sun 9am-12pm, 1pm-5pm. Square), the Third Courtyard (Enderun Courtyard), villas representing the last examples of Ottoman Hasırcılar Çarşısı, Eminönü. F4. the Fourth Courtyard (Imperial Sofa) and the palace architecture. The first building in the area Sokullu Mehmet Paşa Mosque Harem. Guided tours in the Harem section require was constructed during the reign of Ahmet I in With a single dome and minaret, and built in additional ticket purchase. Wed-Sun 9am-5pm. the 17th century. The palace in its current form Kadırga in 1507, this mosque was commissioned Harem, 9:30am-15:30pm. Admission fee: TL 20. was built at the order of Abdülhamid II in 1880, by Ottoman Grand Vizier Sokullu Mehmet Pasha Museum Pass Point who wanted his seat of government beyond to Mimar Sinan for his wife. Its interior features www.topkapisarayi.gov.tr. Sultanahmet Meydanı. the reach of bombardment from the sea. Items İznik tiles and special hand-carvings, with a mihrab T: 0212 512 0480. E5. exhibited today originally belonged to the palace, covered with calligraphic tiles. Şehit Mehmet Paşa Turkish And Islamic Arts Museum including Abdülhamid II’s personal belongings Yokuşu, Kadırga, Eminönü. F4. (Türk ve İslam Eserleri Müzesi) and gifts presented to him, and products of the Sultanahmet (Blue) Mosque First museum in Turkey to offer a joint exhibition Yıldız Porcelain Factory still located on the palace One of the most famous landmarks of the Turkish of Turkish and Islamic art. Collection of rare premises. Wed-Sun 9am-6pm. and Islamic world, Sultanahmet Mosque is a highly works from various countries in the Islamic world www.yildizsarayi.com. Admission fee: TL 8. admired structure by all visitors. An example of including precious examples of stone, metal, Museum Pass Point Yıldız, Beşiktaş. classical Turkish art, it is the only one of its kind ceramic and glass objects as well as manuscripts. T: 0212 258 3080. A8.

14 WHERE İstanbul I aprıl 2014 April 2014 I İstanbUl WHERE 15 GALLERIES GALLERIES 44A Art Gallery (‘The Sleep of Mind’), an exhibition by sculptor Daire Sanat To 30 Apr: Argun Okumuşoğlu draws upon Marc Quinn, explores the relationship between the To 3 May: Ahmet Duru shares micro- and macro- photographs by Ahmet Elhan which he has internal and external, pushing the boundaries of perspectives on panoramic landscapes in his manipulated with independent media, in his the imagination. Tue-Thu 11am-7pm. exhibition Buralarda Bir Yerde (‘Somewhere exhibition. Burada İşler Karışık (‘It’s All Topsy Turvy Fri-Sun 12pm-8pm. www.arter.org.tr. İstiklal Cad. Around Here’). Tue-Fri 11am-6pm, Sat 11am-7pm. Here’). Mon-Sat 11am-7pm. www.44a.com.tr. 211, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 243 3767. C5. www.dairesanat.com. Boğazkesen Cad. 65D Ahmet Fetgari Sok. 44/A Tesvikiye. Tophane, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 252 5259. C5. Çağla Cabaoğlu Gallery T: 0212 233 3380. A6. To 14 Apr: Seçil Büyükkan and Deniz Aktaş share Ekav Art Gallery Akademililer Art Gallery their latest works, which take on common issue like To 5 Apr: In the joint exhibition, Gelecek Kadındır To 26 Apr: Ekinoks (‘Equinox’) a group exhibition cities, space and humanity in their joint exhibition (‘The Future is Woman’), eight Turkish artists depict in which the artists present artistic projections of Müzakere (‘Negotiation’). Tue-Sat 11am-7pm. subjects including war, racism, destruction of how freedom and imprisonment affect the way we www.caglacabaoglu.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. nature and sexual discrimination. Mon-Fri 11am- think. Mon-Fri 10am-7pm, Sat 10am-8pm. Lalezar Apt. 49/8 K:2, Teşvikiye. 6.30pm, Sat noon-6.30pm. www.ekavartgallery. www.akademililer.com. Balo Sok. 37, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 291 3791. A6. com. Askerocağı Cad. Ritz Carlton Otel, Süzer T: 0212 245 0229. C5. Plaza 15, Gümüşsuyu. T: 0212 252 8131. B6.

Akbank Sanat Elipsis Gallery To 17 May: Bu Sayfa Bilerek Boş Bırakılmıştır (‘This To 26 Apr: New York-based artist Civan Özkanoğlu Page Intentionally Left Blank’), assembled by presents photographs based on scenes from his young curator Franz Thalmair, examines the act of everyday life in Bizzat (‘In person’). Tue-Fri 11am- writing as a culturally-loaded activity, through the 7pm, Sat noon-6pm. www.elipsisgallery.com. hand-typed originals of philosopher Vilém Flusser’s Hoca Tahsin Sok. Akçe Han Sok. 10, Karaköy. Writings. Tue-Sat 10:30am-7:30pm. T: 0212 249 4892. C5. www.akbanksanat.com.İstiklal Cad. 8, Beyoğlu. Galeri Apel T: 0212 252 3500. C5. 1-29 Mar: Cinderella Collection 2014, an exhibition Arte İstanbul of glass clothing, shoes and purses created To 26 Apr: Known as a poet as well as a painter, through different techniques and combinations of Bedri Rahmi Eyüboğlu shares over 60 works from materials Tue-Sat 11:30am-18:30pm. his family collection mounted on backgrounds www.galleryapel.com. Hayriye Cad. 5A , with his poems, in his exhibition Narmanlı’ya Galatasaray. T: 0212 292 7236. C5. Selam (‘Greetings to Narmanlı’). Mon-Sat 10am- Galatea Art 8pm. www.arteistanbul.com. Kumbaracı Yokuşu To 5 Apr: Yusuf Katipoğlu interprets the power of Tercüman Çıkmazı, 16/1 K:2, Beyoğlu. the Black Sea in his exhibition Dalgaların Sureti T: 0212 292 8045. C5. (‘The Face of the Waves’). Tue-Sat 11am-6pm. Arter www.galateaart.com. Asmalımescit, Sofyalı Sok. 12/3, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 245 8038. To 27 Apr: Marc Quinn pushes the borders of C5. the imagination and questions the relationship Gallery G-Art between the internal and external through 30 To 12 Apr: Yasemin Şenel bases the discourse of works, in his first solo exhibition Aklın Uykusu her works upon figures inMaskeli Bebek ve Oyunlar (‘The Sleep Of Reason’). Tue & Thu 11am-7pm, (‘Masked Doll and Games’). Tue-Sat 11am-9pm. Fri-Sun noon-8pm. www.arter.org.tr. İstiklal Cad. www.g-artgaleri.com. Kumbaracı Yokuşu, 37/A, 211, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 243 3767. Poland and C5. Beyoğlu. T: 0212 243 6622. C5. Art Limits Polish/Ottoman History Galerist Ottoman A varied collection ranging from fashion photos, To 14 Apr: Oleg Dou’s photographic exhibition Empire nature and abstract geometric works to figurative Yüzler (‘Faces’) combine reality and artificiality The Sakıp Sabancı Museum’s illustrations, inc works by several international while featuring cybernetic bodies and disturbing, artists, in a variety of photographic, digital and There is a wealth of exhibits, expressionless faces. Tue-Sat 11am-7pm. latest exhibition, Uzak Komşu Yakın mixed techniques. Open daily except Sun 10:30am- www.galerist.com.tr. Meşrutiyet Cad. 67 K1, including important Anılar: Türkiye-Polonya İlişkilerinin 7pm. en.artlimits.com. Şair Nedim Cad. 14, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 252 1896. C5. documents, maps, paintings, Akaretler, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 258 2195. B7. Gallery Linart 600 Yılı (‘Distant Neighbour – personal possessions of Art Next İstanbul To 26 Apr: Murat Kösemen’s first solo exhibition in important historic figures. Close Memories: 600 years of To 19 Apr: In Hüseyin Suna’s new modern Turkey, Volume 1, features two-dimensional works Look out also for Ottoman sculpture exhibition Farkındalık (‘Awareness’), he executed in play dough and plasticine, with no Turkish-Polish Relations’) tents, weapons and artefacts continues his search for form in sculpture using paint used. Mon noon-7pm, Tue-Sat 10am-7pm. covers six centuries of relations from the Siege of Vienna, bronze and wood plus composite materials. www.g-linart.com. Abdi İpekci Cad. Gülen Apt. Mon-Sat 11am-7pm. www.artnext.org. 24/4, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 247 4729. A6. between the two lands (to 15 Jun). bringing to life the historic Windowist Tower, Eski Büyükdere Cad. 26, Maslak. developments T: 0212 999 3990. Off map. Colour Galeri Manâ between From 3 Apr: Group exhibition Bizi Yunanlılardan ve ArtSümer Romalılardan Kim Kurtaracak? (‘Who Shall Deliver Poland Virtuoso eginning with the early 15th century, exhibits from Poland’s museum, archival, To 6 Apr: Baskı Altında Zerafet (‘Grace Under Us from the Greeks and Romans?’), explores the Yasemin Şenel’s much talked-about the exhibition follows the commerce, library, monastery and church collections. and Pressure’) by sculptor Erdal Duman, takes on the links between modern art and the enduring artistic wars and peace between the Ottoman From Istanbul, there are pieces from Ottoman issues of power and human relationships. Tue-Sat exhibition Maskeli Bebek ve Oyunlar legacy of the Classical period. B 11am-6pm. www.artsumer.com. Mumhane Cad. (‘Masked Doll and Games’) at www.galerimana.com. Kemankeş Mah. Empire and Poland, up until the second Siege Topkapı Palace, the Museum of Turkish- Empire. Laroz Han 67, Karaköy. T: 0212 249 1035. D5. Ali Paşa Değirmeni Sok. 16-18, Beyoğlu. of Vienna, a turning point in European history. Islamic Art, the Sadberk Hanım Museum Beyoğlu G-Art (to 12 Apr), refered T: 0212 243 6666. C5. Opened under the auspices of the and Sakıp Sabancı Museum collections. Arter to as a ‘Virtuoso of Colour’ between In Hasret, Husumet, Rezalet (‘Envy, Gallery Nev Presidencies of Poland and Turkey, and To 7 Apr: East and West, sees her express Enmity, Embarrassment’) 13 artists transform the herself through a small girl’s doll From 4 Apr: Selçuk Demirel shares his most recent supported by the Ministries of Foreign Affairs Sakıp Sabancı Cad 42, Emirgan. concepts of politics, love, friendship and solidarity (p. 17). work in his solo show Şimdi (‘Now’). Tue-Sat and Culture, the exhibition presents selected T: 0212 277 2200. http://muze.sabanciuniv.edu into striking works of art. To 27 Apr: Aklın Uykusu 11:30am-6:30pm. www.galerinevistanbul.com.

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İstiklal Cad.Mısır Apt. 163/18, K:5, Beyoğlu. Pi Artworks Museum Pass Advantage Point (20% off adult Misilleme (‘Retaliation’) expresses how far we T: 0212 252 1525. C5. From 5 Apr: Artist Susan Hefuna depicts visual tickets and 10% discount on gift shop purchases.) have come in the relationship between city, power and cultural fabric as shaped by her intercultural www.rmk-museum.org.tr. and the individual, and examines the concept Galeri Non identity in her exhibition BeYond NoThing. Daily Hasköy Cad. 5, Hasköy. T: 0212 369 6600. of freedom. Mon 12am-7:30pm. Tue-Sat 11am- In his third solo exhibition, Holografik B3. Fairs To 21 Apr: 10am-7pm. www.piartworks.com. İstiklal Cad. Mısır 6:30pm. www.theempireproject.com. Sıraselviler Kayıt (‘Holographic Recording’), Güneş Terkol Rampa Apt 163/4, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 293 7103. C5. Cad. 10, K:1 D:4 Taksim. T: 0212 292 59 68. C5. presents photographs he has taken while walking To 5 Apr: In their exhibition Adaptasyon- for days in cities around the world. Tue-Sat 11am- Pilot Art Gallery Sinefikasyon (‘Adaptation–Cinefication’), Ergin X-İST 6pm. www.galerinon.com. İstiklal Cad. Mısır Apt. To 12 Apr: Murat Şahiner uses his works to Çavuşoğlu and Hatice Güleryüz focus on issues 3-26 Apr: In Hunger (‘Açlık’), Erkut Terliksiz shares 163/4 Beyoğlu. T: 0212 249 8774. D5. highlight the way the concept of the body changes such as constructed realities, memory and works that combine a grotesque narrative. according to societal, sexual and socioeconomic language. Tue-Sat 11am-7pm. Mon 11.30am-7.30pm, Tue-Sat 10.30am-7.30pm. Gallery Selvin factors in İçimde Bir His Var (‘I Have A Feeling’). www.artxist.com. Abdi İpekci Cad. Kaşıkçıoğlu Apt. In his exhibition Hatçe Harikalar Diyarında www.rampaistanbul.com. Şair Nedim Cad. 21A, 2-30 Apr: Tue-Sat 10.30am-6.30pm. www.pilotgaleri.com. 42/2, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 291 7784. (‘Hatçe in Wonderland’), sculptor Ahmet Özparlak Akaretler, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 327 0800. A7. A6. Sıraselviler Cad. 83/2, Beyoğlu. presents a blend of Turkish traditions and customs T: 0212 245 5505. Sakıp Sabancı Museum Vialand with a modern Western style. Tue-Sat 11am-7pm. C5. To 15 Jun: Uzak Komşu Yakın Anılar: Türkiye- To Dec: Consisting of more than 100 works, Canlı www.galeriselvin.com. Dere Sok. 3, Arnavutköy. GALERİ MANÃ Plato Sanat Polonya İlişkilerinin 600 Yılı (‘Distant Neighbour Müze (‘Alive Museum’) presents reproductions T: 0212 263 7481. Off map. Bizi Yunanlardan ve Romalılardan Kim Kurtaracak? To 18 May: Pioneering modern sculptor Seçkin Close Memories – 600 years of Turkish-Polish of works by famous artists and images that have Pirim employs a minimalist style to examine the the become permanently etched on human history, Gallery Zilberman (‘Who Shall Deliver Us From the Greeks and Relations’) follows the course of Ottoman and relationship between nature and culture. Tue-Sat reinterpreted through three-dimensional video and To 3 May: Eşref Yıldırım broaches the subject of Romans?’) (p. 17). Polish relations from the early 15th to late 17th noon-8pm, Sun 10am-6pm. www.platosanat.org.tr. animation. Daily 10am-10pm. www.canlimuze.com. people who have died under state custody or as a centuries, plus related events in European history. Ayvansaray Cad. 33, Balat. T: 0212 621 1247. Yeşilpınar Mah. Girne Cad. Eyüp. T: 0212 397 1930. result of government errors, in his exhibition Sağol B2. Tue-Sun 10 am-6pm, Wed 10am-8pm. Meclis-i Mebusan Cad. Liman İşletmeleri Sahası (‘Salute’). Elements of sound, interactive muze.sabanciuniv.edu. Sakıp Sabancı Cad. 42, Off map. To 3 May: 305, Antrepo 4, Karaköy. T: 0212 334 7300. Proje 4L Elgiz Museum Of 51st AYMOD International D5. Emirgan. T: 0212 277 2200. installation and virtual reality are explored in Selçuk Contemporary Art Off map. Zorlu Center Art Gallery Footwear Fashion Fair Artut’s exhibition Verisel Gerçeklik (‘Data Reality’). İş Sanat Kibele The exhibition Genç Koleksiyoner The British Masters Editions exhibition, Rolling out the 2014-2015 Autumn-Winter To 7 May: Sanatorium To 4 May: Tue-Fri 11am-7.30pm, Sat noon-7pm. To 19 Apr: Sonsuzla Oyun’da (‘Playing with the (‘Young Collectors’) presents pieces from the hosted by ArtON, consists of masterpieces by styles, the fair brings together global players From 3 Apr: Ludovic Bernhardt’s Drones, Pills www.galerizilberman.com. İstiklal Cad. Mısır Apt. Infinity’) is a retrospective on the developments collections of Turkish contemporary artists Ahu modern English artists including Damien Hirst, in the footwear sector. and Yantras uses drugs, pills, military terms and 163, K.3 Beyoğlu. T: 0212 251 1214. D5. that painter Mehmet Mahir witnessed throughout Büyükkuşoğlu Serter, Ebru Özdemir, Hüma Gary Hume, Marc Quinn and Paul Morrison. The 23-26 Apr. CNREXPO Fuar Merkezi, fictitious maps to analyse the use of symbols his career. Tue-Sat 10am-7pm. Kabakçı, Mehmet Ali Bakanay and Tansa Mermerci limited-edition works are considered the most Yeşilköy Mah. Bakırköy. Haaz Design & Art Gallery leaking from biopolitics into our daily lives. Tue-Sat www.issanat.com.tr. Kibele Sanat Galerisi, striking examples of the artists’ styles. Mon-Sun T: 0212 465 7474. www.cnraymod.com This original contemporary design gallery is Ekşioğlu. Wed&Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-4pm. 11am-7pm. www.sanatorium.com.tr. Asmalimescit İş Kuleleri Levent. T: 0212 316 1580. Off map. www.proje4L.org. Meydan Sok. Beybi Giz Plaza, 10am-10pm. www.zorlucenterpsm.com. everything you’re looking for to be a little different Mah. 32/ A, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 293 6717. C4. from the crowd. Haaz features creations from a Kare Art Gallery B Blok, Maslak. T: 0212 290 2525. Off map. Zorlu Center, Beşiktaş. T: 0850 222 6776. Off map. wealth of artists, including intricate porcelain Sismanoglio Megaro From 11 Apr: Artist Monika Piorkowska presents Rahmi M. Koç Museum figurines by Lladro, exquisite furniture from her solo exhibition Art & Recycling, inspired by her From 10 Apr: TIO ILAR brings The 15-metre-long Hiawatha Boat, produced together prominent artists, Moroso, cutting-edge design pieces by Tom Dixon, experiences with İstanbul garbage collectors. by the American Car company and a part of imaginative lighting from Jonathan Adler, and who guide younger artists Tue-Sat 11am-7pm. www.kareartgallery.com. Bosphorus history since 1932, is among the much more. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Ada Apt. 22/8 K:2, Nişantaşı with whom they display important pieces in the Seafaring Collection their works. Mon-Fri 3pm-8pm. www.haaz.info. Ahmet Fetgari Sok. 62, Teşvikiye, T: 0212 240 4448. A6. display. To 29 Jun: İki Kıta Birleşirken (‘Bridging Şişli. T: 0212 230 9600. www.sismanogliomegaro.com. A6. Two Continents’) consists of information and Merkür Gallery Istiklal Cad. 60, Beyoğlu. photographs of the construction of Bosphorus İstanbul Aquarium To 8 Apr: Ersan Deveci’s exhibition Kutsal Makine T: 0212 244 9335. C5. To 31 May: Highlighting the basic elements of (‘Holy Machine’) focuses on the vehicles, machines Bridge on the 40th anniversary of its opening, as human anatomy and displaying harmful effects on and systems of technological, industrial civilization. well as the 25 year-old Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge. The Empire Project the body, İnsan Vücuduna Çarpıcı Yolculuk sergisi Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. www.galerimerkur.com. Tue-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat-Sun 10am-6pm. To 26 Apr: The exhibition (The Human Body Exhibition’) presents a three- Mim Kemal Öke Cad. Erenler Apt. 12 D:2, Nişantaşı. dimensional tour of the miracle that is the body, T: 0212 225 3737. A6. the way it performs its functions, and the goings- on beneath the skin. Mon-Fri 10am-7pm, Sat-Sun MixerArts Halİç Boat Show 10am-8pm. www.istanbulakvaryum.com. Yeşilköy To 4 May: Meltem Sırtıkara’s exhibition Zamanlama Meselesi (‘Matter of Timing’) features works that Nautical enthusiasts gather at the Golden Halkalı Cad. 93, Florya. T: 0212 444 9744. Off map. Horn for the 33rd Haliç Boat Show, featuring highlight the phenomenon of loneliness. boats, yachts and sailboats plus equipment İstanbul Art.Space www.mixerarts.com. Tomtom Mah. Boğazkesen and accessories and water sports. There To 30 Apr: Artists in the group exhibition Tekil Cad. 45, Tophane. T: 0212 243 5443. C5. Renkler (‘Unique Colours’) address popular images, are also day and night. events designed to Pera Museum please anyone who loves the sea. icons of everyday life and social moulds. Mon- Picasso: Doğduğu Evden Gravürler ve 30 Apr-04 May. Haliç Congress Center. Sat 9am-12am. www.istanbulartspace.com. The To 20 Apr: Seramikler (Picasso: Engravings and Ceramics Sütlüce Mah. Karaağaç Cad. 19, Beyoğlu, Marmara Pera, Meşrutiyet Cad. Tepebaşı, Beyoğlu. from the House He Was Born) presents selected T:0212 311 1111. www.boatshow.com.tr T: 0212 251 4646. C5. engravings, ceramics and personal effects of the İstanbul Modern great artist which he created in his birthplace, To 1 Jun: Hayallerden Gerçekler (‘Realities of Malaga in Spain. To 20 Apr: Aurora: Kuzey Dreams’) features pieces by architecture students Ülkelerinden Çağdaş Cam Sanatı (‘Aurora: and young apprentices learning the associated Contemporary Glass Art from the Nordic trades in workshops. To 27 Apr: Rasathane Countries’) presents modern glass art from Same Idea, (‘Observatory’) is made up of recent photographs Norway, Finland, Denmark and Iceland. Tue-Sat by Barbara and Zafer Baran. These images portray 10am-7pm, Sun 12am-6pm. www.peramuzesi.org.tr. Two Perspectives ideas of nature, science and aesthetics through Meşrutiyet Cad. 65, Tepebaşı. T: 0212 334 9900. C4. botanical elements, geographical features and Deniz Aktaş and Seçik Büyükkan portray concepts of PG Art Gallery objects in space. To 8 May: Komşular –Türkiye ve city, space and humanity from their own viewpoints in Çevresinden Güncel Anlatılar (‘Neighbours – Actual To 18 Apr: Sınır Sistemi (‘Boundary’) by Firuzan their joint exhibition Müzakere (‘Negotiation’) at Çağla Şimşek features works that reflect the existential, Narratives from Turkey and Surroundings’) presents Cabaoğlu Gallery (to 12 Apr). Aktaş focuses on the works by 35 artists from 17 countries focusing on psychological problems of urban life. Tue-Sun 11am-7pm. www.pgartgallery.com. Boğazkesen outward appearance of a city, while Büyükkan explores Turkey’s regional culture. Tue-Sun 10am-6pm, Thu 10am-8pm. www.istanbulmodern.org. Cad. 76/B Tophane, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 252 8000. C5. its inner realities (p. 17).

18 WHERE İstanbul I April 2014 April 2014 I İstanbUl WHERE 19 ENTERTAINMENT ENTERTAINMENT CONCERTS: CLASSICAL Tree 2014, Headhunters, 3 Apr, 10.30pm: perform their own compositions, with Bulut The Headhunters promise performs their fresh Gülen on trombone and Ferit Odman on drums. Akbank Sanat interpretation of modern funk, jazz and world İpek Dinç Yüce Band 12 Apr, 10.30pm: Vocalist Ayşe Deniz Gökçin 8 Apr, 8pm: The Turkish music. Garanti Jazz Green: Jazz Tree 2014, Yüce and her band perform jazz, Latin and r&b classical pianist performs from her album Pink Medeski, Martin & Wood + Nels Cline 4 Apr, numbers. A Capella Boğaziçi, 14 Apr, 9.30pm: Floyd Lisztified: Fantasia Quasi Sonata, with the 10pm: The American avant-garde jazz trio The group’s repertoire includes works by Fazıl English rock band’s hits arranged for solo piano, Medeski Martin & Wood join forces with guitarist Say, and arrangements of Turkish folk songs. recorded in honour of Franz Liszt’s 200th birthday. Nels Cline. www.babylon.com.tr. Asmalımescit, Sibel Köse Group, 19 Apr, 10.30pm: In tonight’s Tue-Sat 10:30am-7:30pm. Şehbender Sok. 3, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 292 7368. C5. performance, Köse performs songs by Nina www.akbanksanat.com. İstiklal Cad. 8, Beyoğlu. Nardis Jazz Club Simone. Okay Temiz, 21 Apr, 9.30pm: Along with T: 0212 252 3500. C5. the Oriental Wind project, Temiz performs a huge Önder Focan & Kamil Erdem Quartet, 7 Apr, range of from jazz, Turkish folk and Sufi music Beşiktaş Cultural Centre (BKM) 9.30pm: Guitarist Focan and bassist Erdem Fazıl Say, 21 Apr, 9pm: The Turkish pianist performs a selection of classical works. Ebulula Mardin Cad. Maya Meridyen Plaza 16 K:3 D:12 Akatlar. T: 0212 352 1818. Off map.

İstanbul Congress Center (ICC) Itzhak Perlman, 29 Apr, 9pm: World renowned violinist Perlman returns to Istanbul for another Love Songs stunning performance. David Helfgott, 15 Apr, 9pm: The Austrian concert pianist takes part in his of the final world tour. Taşkışla Cad. Harbiye. T: 0212 373 9917 B6. Mediterranean İş Sanat Spanish pop singer Luz Casal works her Hungarian National Philharmonic Orchestra, unique magic on classic songs including 1 Apr, 8pm: Featuring Lithuanian violinist Baiba Skride. Hungarian National Philharmonic Gracias A la Vida, the famous love Orchestra, 2 Apr, 8pm: Conducted by song Historia De Un Amor and Zoltán Kocsis, the orchestra performs works Amado Mio. Performing by Haydn, Mozart and Tchaikovsky. Bavarian at Cemal Reşit Rey Radio Chamber Orchestra, with Patricia Kopatchinskaja, 17 Apr, 8pm: The orchestra is Concert Hall (21 Apr), joined by young violinist Patricia Kopatchinskaja she also sings numbers in a programme of baroque and classical pieces. from her latest album, www.issanat.com.tr. İş Towers, Levent. Alma (p. 22). T: 0212 316 1083. Off map. Kadıköy Süreyya Operası Borusan Quartet, 28 Apr, 8pm: The ensemble plays Beethoven’s String Quartets. www.sureyyaoperasi.org. Bahariye Cad. Caferağa Mah. 29Kadıköy. Poetic T: 0216 346 1531. Off map. The Bells Ring for Love Zorlu Center PSM Jazz Simon Trpčeski, 1 Apr, 8pm: Macedonian pianist Based on Victor Hugo’s famous novel, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, the Visitng İstanbul as part Trpčeski performs Ravel, Poulenc and Brahms. musical Notre Dame de Paris is one of the world’s most popular musicals of International Jazz Day, Say Plays Say, 8 Apr, 8pm: Composer and pianist legendary New York jazz Fazıl Say performs his own compositions. Borusan İstanbul Philharmonic Orchestra – Rudolf today, and comes to Zorlu Center PSM after a 14-country tour pianist Richie Beirach takes Buchbinder 10 Apr, 8pm: Conducted by Sascha (from 22 Apr). the stage at Akbank Sanat Goetzel, the orchestra accompanies Austrian together with violinist, classical pianist Buchbinder, known best as a he musical uses a magical language Guinness Book of World Records as the composer and long-time performer of Beethoven. The Piano Guys, 11 Apr, This group loves to add a contemporary to tell how people keep their hopes production selling the most tickets in its collaborator Gregor Hubner 9pm: touch to old songs, and a classical touch to old, and values alive. This modern stage first year. It has won awards aplenty around T (30 Apr). tonight performing a selection of classical music, adaptation of the classic love story, with the world, including Best Musical, plus its film scores, rock and pop. www.zorlucenter.com. music and lyrics by Luc Plamondon legendary song Belle was selected Barbaros Bulvarı Kavşağı, Beşiktaş. and Richard Cocciante, takes Best Song of the 20th Century T: 0212 444 9496. Off map. the audience back to the by French television viewers, 1800s with stunning music, and Best Song of the CONCERTS: JAZZ acting and costumes. Decade in Russia. Now it’s Akbank Sanat Since its debut at the your chance to see it for Richie Beirach & Gregor Huebner, 30 Apr, 8pm: New York’s jazz pianist Beirach and frequent Palais des Congrès in yourselves musical partner, violinist and composer Hubner, Paris in 1998, the musical perform for International Jazz Day. Tue-Sat has sold more than 8 Barbaros Bulvarı Kavşağı, 10:30am-7:30pm. www.akbanksanat.com. İstiklal million tickets in 15 years, Beşiktaş. Cad. 8, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 252 3500. C5. plus over 10 million CDs T: 0212 444 9496. Babylon and DVDs, and entered the www.zorlucenter.com. Powerful Turkish Garanti Jazz Green: Jazz

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Ito African and Indian folk music. Garanti Jazz Aydın, 18 Apr, 11 pm: Turkish rock singer Aydın Green: World Jazz Day – Back To Bop feat. Noa performs from his new album. Daily 8:30pm-2am. Lur, 30 Apr, 9.30pm: Tonight’s featured artist www.garajistanbul.org. Tomtom Mah. Yeni Çarşı is Spanish vocalist Noa Lur. chicken plus salads Cad. Kaymakam Reşat Bey Sok. 11/A, Galatasaray, Q & A and desserts. Mon-Thu 8:30am-12:30pm, Fri&Sat Beyoğlu. T: 0212 244 4499. C5. 8:30am-1:30am. www.nardisjazz.com. Kule Sok. 8, Haliç Convention Center Galata. T: 0212 244 6327. D5. Ned Pamphilon Natasa Theodoridou 12 Apr, 9pm: Greek singer This month we spoke about art with Salon IKSV Theodoridou performs her new songs plus Greek Turkish jazz classıcs. www.haliccc.com. Sütlüce Mah. Karaağaç British artist Ned Pamphilon, whose Birsen Tezer, 5 Apr. 10.30pm: vocalist Birsen Tezer performs her melancholy Cad. 19 Beyoğlu. T: 0212 311 1111. Off map. exhibition on İstanbul’s attractions is songs. The Souljazz Orchestra, 9 Apr, 9.30pm: İş Sanat currently on display at Canadian jazz, funk and soul collective performs Paloma San Basilio 25 Apr, 8pm: Spanish singer as part of their European tour. Garanti Jazz Palladium Shopping Centre. Paloma San Basilio makes her İstanbul debut as Green: Jazz Tree 2014, 30 Apr, 10.30pm: What does painting mean to you? Celebration for International Jazz Day, featuring part of her farewell tour, celebrating her 40-year Painting is a passion. I have no idea why, but Chet Baker.www.iksv.org. Sadi Konuralp Cad. 5, career.www.issanat.com.tr. İş Towers, Levent. T: 0212 316 1083. Off map. I just paint and mix the colours. In İstanbul Şişhane. T: 0212 334 0841. C5. especially – wherever I look in this city I see Zorlu Center PSM öö different pictures, something different to Kerem Görsev – Allan Harris, 9 Apr. 8.30pm: Küçükçiftlik Park bring to life. Powerful jazz pianist and composer Görsev Avea Escape To Music: Rufus Wainwright, 11 and singer/guitarist Harris perform classic jazz. Apr. 10pm: The Prince of Folk and Baroque Pop, Nicholas Payton, 14 Apr, 8pm: Trumpeter Wainright has become a legend with countless Nicholas Payton shares the stage with the İstanbul hit songs. www.kucukciftlikpark.com. Kadırgalar Youth Jazz Orchestra, formed by promising young Yokuşu 5, Maçka. T: 0212 231 3045. B6. jazz musicians. www.zorlucenter.com. Barbaros Bulvarı Kavşağı, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 444 9496. Zorlu Center PSM Off map. Haris Alexiou & İncesaz 3 Apr, 8pm: Greek vocalist Haris Alexiou and Turkish instrumental CONCERTS: POP, group İncesaz collaborate for the first time in a programme of music from both shores of the TURKISH & WORLD Aegean. Teoman 12 Apr, 9pm: The popular Babylon Turkish pop singer presents an acoustic concert of his favourite songs. www.zorlucenter.com. Shantel Shantel DJ Set, 5 Apr, 11.30pm: Barbaros Bulvarı Kavşağı, Beşiktaş. puts energetic new life into Balkan and Gypsy T: 0212 444 9496. Off map. music with his DJ sets. Iyeoka 09 Apr, 8.30pm: How do you compare London and Nigerian-American singer, poet and activist Iyeoka shares her innovative pop take on soul CHıldren İstanbul in terms of art? London has a lot and rhythm and blues. www.babylon.com.tr. İş Sanat of art galleries. As for İstanbul, it’s coming up Asmalımescit, Şehbender Sok. 3, Beyoğlu. and developing on its own terms. London Snow White and the Seven Dwarves 13 Apr, T: 0212 292 7368. C5. The popular children’s story springs to has a rather more cosmopolitan arts scene, 3pm: Beşiktaş Cultural Centre (BKM) life in an entertaining adventure that will please but art in İstanbul is beginning to show audiences of any age. www.issanat.com.tr. another kind of variety. MFÖ 7 Apr, 9pm: Hot Turkish pop group MFÖ performs their favourite hits. Ebulula Mardin Cad. İş Towers, Levent. T: 0212 316 1083. Off map. Which artists do you admire and why? Maya Meridyen Plaza 16 K:3 D:12 Akatlar. I love the work of Pakistani sculptor Amin T: 0212 352 1818. Off map. DANCE Gulgee; I’m truly moved by his drive, his Bostancı Show Centre Cemal Reşit Rey Cocert Hall passion, and the way he reflects his world Nilüfer 12 Apr, 9pm: Singer Nilüfer is a legend of Bordeaux National Opera Ballet 5, 6 Apr, 8pm: view in his work. The great 19th-century Turkish pop music. Bostancı Mah. Mehmet Şevki The popular company is in İstanbul for two days English landscape painter JMWTurner Paşa Cad. Kadıköy. T: 0216 362 1161. Off map. performing a visual and musical feast. actually had an extremely modern outlook in www.crrks.org. Darülbedayi Cad. Harbiye. Bronx Pi Sahne terms of his creativity. T: 0212 232 9830. B6. Can Bonomo 4 Apr, 10pm: The talented Turkish Tell us about your latest exhibition pop artist gives a colourful performance with in İstanbul? In 0215 İstanbul, exhibted styles ranging from a la Turca melodies to indie. MUSICAL in Palladium Shopping Centre for Sanat Redd 12 Apr, 10pm: Turkish rock band Redd Zorlu Center PSM İstanbul, Anatolia is definitely in the perform from their latest album. Notre Dame de Paris, 23, 24, 25, 26, 28, 29, limelight, but the exhibition isn’t limited to www.istanbulbronx.com. İstiklal Cad. Terkos 30 Apr, 8:30pm. 27 Apr, 19:30pm. 1, 2, 3, that. I’ve tried to compile a colourful, lively Çıkmazı 8, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 244 6714. C5. 4 Apr, 8:30pm: Don’t miss this immensely successful musical, based on Victor Hugo’s collection by depicting other striking figures Cemal Reşit Rey Concert Hall immortal novel The Hunchback of Notre Dame. of İstanbul. . Natacha Atlas, 11 Apr, 8pm: The England-based www.zorlucenter.com. Barbaros Bulvarı Kavşağı, What about your future professional singer presents a programme of Eastern, Western Beşiktaş. T: 0212 444 9496. Off map. ambitions? I would like to keep working in and Middle Eastern musical traditions, infused İstanbul. I’m planning to hold exhibitions in with classical and jazz sounds. Luz Casal 21 Apr, the city’s cultural and historic areas, especially 8pm: Enjoy the Spanish pop singer in a concert of new numbers plus classic favourites from her places where there are many people, for 30-year career. www.crrks.org. Darülbedayi Cad. example on boats and trams. Harbiye. T: 0212 232 9830. B6. Palladium, Barbaros Mah. Halk Cad. 8/B, Yeni Garajİstanbul Sahra, Kozyatağı. T: 0216 663 1500 Peter Doherty, 3 Apr, 10pm: English rock star www.palladium.com.tr Peter Doherty makes his İstanbul debut. Emre

22 WHERE İstanbul I April 2014 April 2014 I İstanbUl WHERE 23 NIGHTLIFE NIGHTLIFE Duble Meze Bar cocktails like the lifeguard and Pink Bikini in a MEYHANE & FASIL Duble is on the terrace of a building given to the lively, tropical atmosphere. Daily 10am-1pm. Elmadağ Meyhanesi Italian musician Giuseppe Donizetti, as a gift by www.360istanbul.com. Suada Club, Kuruçeşme Keeping traditional meyhane culture alive, this Sultan Abdülmecit. The menu specialises in mezes Park, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 2636623. Off map. charming meyhane serves a selection of traditional made with seasonal vegetables and seafood. Anjelique Turkish, Greek and Armenian mezes, and almost Wed, Fri and Sat nights are livened up by the music Three-storey venue overlooking the Bosphorus, a certainly something you haven’t tried before. Every of DJ Aslı Köse. Daily 7pm-2am. mix of restaurant, club and bar. The sea-level floor Friday and Saturday a live band plays old classical www.dublemezebar.com. Meşrutiyet Cad. 55, offers the exotic flavours of East Asia, while the Turkish favourites as well as modern popular songs. Palazzo Donizetti, Pera, Beyoğlu. middle and top floors serve fine French dishes. Mon-Thu 6:30pm-12am. Fri & Sat 6:30pm-1am. T: 0212 244 0188. C5. Different music on each floor, sometimes by well- www.elmadagmeyhanesi.com. Cumhuriyet Cad. Sıdıka known DJs. Daily 5pm-4am. Pak Apt. 30/A, Elmadağ, Taksim. With its quiet music and simple, wooden interior, www.istanbuldoors.com. Muallim Naci Cad. T: 0212 241 0320. B6. Sıdıka’s menu is inspired by healthy Aegean Salhane Sok. 10, Ortaköy. T: 0212 327 2844. A9. Galata Meyhanesi cuisine. There’s special focus on the cuisine of Arabesque This meyhane serves the flavours of Turkish cuisine Cunda, an island across from the town of Ayvalık, Presenting a new twist on the typical Lebanese as well as fasıl music, with a four-member group settled by immigrants from Crete. Try the special restaurant with its predictable hummus, belly including violin, kanun, oud and drum providing shrimp and sea bream mezes. Mon-Sat 5pm-12am. dancers and oriental glitz, Arabesque successfully a quintessentially Turkish atmosphere. Mon-Sat www.sidika.com.tr. Şair Nedim Cad. 38, Beşiktaş. combines the oriental spirit with contemporary 7.30pm-1am. www.galata.com.tr. T: 0212 259 7232. A7 / B7. nightlife. With walls decorated by famous Beirut Orhan Apaydın Sok. 5/A, İstiklal Cad. Beyoğlu. graffiti artist Yahya Muhakkin. T: 0212 293 1139. C5. Bars & Clubs Daily 8pm-2am Taşkışla Cad. 19, Demokrasi Parkı Yanı, Maçka. T: 0212 231 0356. B6. Garibaldi Meyhanesi 29 Food Bar Named after Giuseppe Garibaldi, this Beyoğlu Ulus 29 Lounge’s new reincarnation, 29 Food Bar Babylon meyhane serves a rich selection of Turkish mezes maintains its impressive elegance with its stylish Enjoy concerts, an extensive menu, cocktail and features a fine group of musicians playing the décor and objects d’art. Must-tries include their pitchers, electro, house, chill out and world best of Turkish classical music for a classic İstanbul asparagus tempura and Peking duck roll; they also music. Daily 8pm-4am. www.babylon.com.tr. evening out. www.garibaldi.com.tr. make a mean Bloody Mary. Daily 12pm-2am. Asmalımescit, Şehbender Sok. 3, Beyoğlu. Mon-Sat 10am -1am. Perukar Çıkmazı 3, İstiklal Cad. www.group-29.com. Kuruçeşme Mah. 1, Bebek. T: 0212 292 7368. C5. Beyoğlu. T: 0535 719 0343. C5. T: 0212 265 6181. Off map. Babylon Lounge Kalamata Meyhane 360istanbul Suada Club One of New York’s most cutting edge music Sortie’s Tavern took its new name after its Unique delicious, a warm ambience and wonderful venues, Babylon Lounge is a place where young relocation to Akaretler. Its warm atmosphere and Bosphorus view meet great music and house musicians create, discuss, meet the masters, and simple interior become even more inviting with live music performances five days a week. The venue is run by one of the few female tavern owners in Turkey, Beyza Gürbüzer, who also prepares the mezes herself. Tue-Sat 9pm-1am. Süleyman Seba Cad. Sıraevler 45, Akaretler, Beşiktaş. Food and Fun T: 0212 258 8788. B7. Located by Ortaköy’s dock and boasting a magnificent view of the Bosphorus, Latife Hanım Meyhanesi nightclub and restaurant Anjelique offers Asian and Mediterranean food. Its three This meyhane with its ‘Republican’ theme is full floors each feature a different genre of music including Turkish and club music, of photographs of Atatürk and modern women played by top DJs . www.istanbuldoors.com. Muallim Naci Cad. Open the Door to Fun! of the new Turkish Republic, with Turkish classical Salhane Sok. 10, Ortaköy. T: 0212 327 2844 songs playing round the clock. The meze selection Making its splash with special performances, top DJs and theme is quite varied; make sure to sample the topik and lakerda. Daily L&D. www.latifehanim.com. parties, Hypnos nightclub has become a popular new addition to İstiklal Cad. Bekar Sok. 22/A, Beyoğlu. İstanbul’s nightlife scene. T: 0212 293 0068. C5. Safi Meyhane ocated in the historic Mario This modern meyhane in Şişhane serves mezes in the bar as well as the dining room. Home-style Cantoni building, it has already dishes feature for lunch, and the mezes include Lbuilt up quite a reputation and new flavours plus the venerable classics. Music a great choice for people who want ranges from 70s and 80s Turkish pop and classical. something a little bit different for www.safimeyhane.com. Meşrutiyet Cad. 84, Şişhane. T: 0530 240 4908. their night out. C4. According to creator Engin Yaşar, “We set out with faith in venues, modern meyhaneler music and people, and that’s why Aheste we named it Hypnos.” This warm, retro-style restaurant offers 20 different Hypnos İstanbul is open four days mezes from Turkey, Iran, Armenia and Greece, including favourites such as calamari with hummus, a week, Wednesday through Friday sweetbreads and artichoke confite. There are live from 10pm-5am. jazz performances to enhance the evening. Mon-Thu 11am-1am, Fri-Sun11am-1am. Hüseyin Ağa Mah. Kamer Hatun Cad. www.ahestegalata.com. Hacı Mimi Mah. Serdar-ı Ekrem Cad. 30A, Beyoğlu. 10, Beyoğlu. (across from the British T: 0212 245 4345. C5. Consulate) T: 0533 258 9393.

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develop new ideas and projects. With its own just some of the specialties on offer. it features a gigantic ice bar, ice DJ cabin, fur- unique musical scene, its stage is open to anyone Daily 6pm-3am. www.cubuklu29.com. covered seating, and special cocktails by Ice Girls. and everyone making good music. Barbaros Cad.Paşabahçe Yolu 22, Çubuklu. Daily 5pm-10pm. www.icebarist.com. Windowist Mon-Sat 10pm-2am. www.babylon.com.tr. T: 0216 322 2829. Off map. Tower, Eski Büyükdere Cad. 26, Maslak. Jurnal Sok. 4, Asmalımescit. T: 0212 245 3800. C5. T: 0212 214 7000. Off map. Fosil Billionaire Club With its unusual retro décor and unique cocktails Indigo After a storming start in Sardinia, and making its such as Libido and Oh Papatya, Fosil is the perfect Known as a temple of electronic music, this club mark in Monaco, exciting İstanbul became the next place for a night of rock music, from Jim Morrison offers a vibrant programme based on alternative chosen venue for the Billionaire Club. Laid out on to Elvis, The Beatles and Guns N’ Roses. Mon & Tue and electronic music, with new sounds and several levels, the club features see-through VIP 4pm-midnight. Wed-Sat 4pm-4am. reflecting the developments in the world of areas overlooking the dance floor. Fri-Sat 11pm- www.fosil.com.tr. Kemankeş Cad. 34/C, Karaköy. music. Wed, Fri, Sat 11pm-5am. 4am. Edition Hotel, Büyükdere Cad. 136, Levent. T: 0507 812 8531. D5. www.livingindigo.com. İstiklal Cad. Akarsu Sok. T: 0212 317 7797. Off map. Mısır Apt. 1/2/4/5, Galatasaray. Garajistanbul T: 0212 244 8568. C5. Bird A contemporary performance arts centre located Unique flavours from world cuisines are served up in Beyoğlu, staging a variety of performances inc İstanbul Jazz Center in a warm atmosphere dominated by music from theatre, dance, festivals, exhibitions, and concerts. The centre of İstanbul’s jazz scene, this venue the 50s and 60s. The menu here features mostly Daily 8:30pm-2am. www.garajistanbul.org. hosts world-renowned musicians as well as meat dishes with impressive portions, such as steak Tomtom Mah. Yeni Çarşı Cad. Kaymakam Reşat Bey select local performers. It offers a real jazz club tartare and green curries, with their own special Sok. 11/A, Galatasaray, Beyoğlu. experience with its elegant atmosphere, selective cocktails. Mon-Sat 11am-2pm. www.bird.com.tr. T: 0212 244 4499. C5. menu, extensive wine cellar, and breathtaking view Meşrutiyet Cad. 103, Şişhane, Beyoğlu. of its summer terrace, harmoniously combining the Gold Bar T: 0212 245 7085. C4.. best of music and good taste. Gold Bar has a brilliant, six-metre long aquarium. Tue-Sat 9:30pm-12:30am. www.istanbuljazz.com. Bleu Lounge & Grill The main area, available for small parties, is Çırağan Cad. Salhane Sok.10, Ortaköy. With a Bosphorus view and comfortable ambience, flanked by a comfortable seating area with low T: 0212 327 5050. A9. Bleu serves tempting cocktails and gourmet sofas. This welcoming venue also features a lush flavours all day long. In addition, they feature a green terrace, a perfect place to take a pleasant Jolly Joker İstanbul different style of live music every day of the week. break from the bustle of city life. Daily 9am-2am. With its fine acoustics and infrastructure, this Daily 10am-2am. www.ritzcarlton.com. Every Wed&Fri 7pm-11pm Lounge / Chill Out DJ is a groundbreaking venue in sound quality in Ritz Carlton, İstanbul, Askerocağı Cad. 6, Şişli. sessions. www.editionhotels.com. Turkey. Among the many genres performed are T: 0212 334 4188. B6. The İstanbul Edition Hotel, Büyükdere Cad. 136, live electronic, acoustic, funk, pop, rock, hip hop, Levent. T: 0212 317 7700. Off map. house and techno. Daily 9:30pm-2am. Bronx www.jjistanbul.com. İstiklal Cad. Balo Sok. 22, This venue generally features live performances Hayal Kahvesi Beyoğlu. T: 0212 249 0749. C5. from rock bands. Highly popular among people This popular venue hosts live performances by of all ages and groups. Fri&Sat 9pm-4am. different bands every night. Kiki www.istanbulbronx.com. İstiklal Cad. Terkos www.hayalkahvesibeyoglu.com.tr. Cocktails made with homemade syrups, a Çıkmazı 8/1, Beyoğlu. T: 0531 384 80 80. C5. Hayal Kahvesi Beyoğlu, Daily 4pm-4am. İstiklal Cad. comfortable environment and great music come Meşelik Sok. 10, Taksim. T: 0212 244 2558. C5. together at this gastropub featuring Italian, Chilai Hayal Kahvesi Çubuklu, Daily 4pm-4am. Spanish and world cuisine. DJs play every night. Located directly on the Bosphorus, the venue There are 2 restaurants; Tapas and İstanbul Balık. Tue-Thu 5pm-1am, Fri & Sat 5pm-5am, Sun brings a breath of fresh air to İstanbul’s nightlife www.hayalkahvesibeyoglu.com. 5pm-midnight. www.kiki.com.tr. Kiki Sıraselviler, with its unusual contemporary décor and bold Burunbahçe, Eski Gazhane Binaları, Çubuklu. Sıraselviler Cad. 42, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 243 5373. C5. dishes prepared by renowned chefs. The three- T: 0216 413 6880. Off map. Kiki Ortaköy, Osmanzade Sok. 8, Ortaköy. floor dining complex includes a sushi bar, bistro, T: 0212 258 5524. Off map. lounge, bar, dining room, pastry shop, charcuterie Hodjapasha Culture Center and art gallery. www.chilai.com.tr. Cevdet Paşa This cultural centre located in the historic Le Fumoir Pavillion Cad. 60, Bebek. T: 0212 263 6315. Off map. Hocapaşa Hamam presents an ever-changing This Bar In The Çırağan Palace Kempinski series of exhibitions and performances, presenting İstanbul boasts a splendid view directly onto the Choice the finest examples of Turkish culture. The brick bosphorus. With palm trees, water pipe service World cuisine, private parties, breakfasts and and stone building with its high central dome hosts and comfortable seating, the venue exudes evening events combine with Thursday DJ spots many fascinating events including the Mevlevi Romance Savour, premium cognacs, malt whiskies, by Serhan Sabanlar for elegant, high quality Sema Ceremony (Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat & Sun 7.30pm) exclusive wines, champagnes, and cocktails. entertainment. Don’t miss the Vodka Candy, and and the Hodja Pasha Dance Show (Tue & Thur Daily 7/24. www.kempinski.com. Çırağan Cad. 32, the sautéed tuna appetizer. Mon-Thu 11pm-4am; 8pm, Sat & Sun 9pm) performed by the Hocapaşa Beşiktaş. T: 0212 326 4646. Off Map. Fri & Sat 11am-4am; Sun 11am-4am. Dance Team. www.hodjapasha.com. Ankara Cad. www.choice.com.tr. Bebek Mah. Küçük Bebek Cad. Hocapaşa Hamamı Sok. 3B, Sirkeci. Limoncello 10, Bebek. T: 0212 287 7474. Off map. Named after the famous Italian liqueur, this T: 0212 511 4626/4636. E5. exclusive boutique nightspot boasts colourful Corridor Hypnos furniture under lemon trees, fresh fruit cocktails, This dark and intimate bar located in the deepest Located in Beyoğlu’s historic Mario Cantoni and performances by top name DJs. Tue-Sat corner of the Milli Reasürans Çarşısı (market) hosts building, once the 19th-century home of the 10pm-2am. www.limoncello.com.tr. art shows and photographic exhibitions. House Cantoni family, Hypnos is the newest venue in Süleyman Seba Cad. 34, Akaretler, Beşiktaş. music during weekdays changes to 80s tunes later İstanbul’s nightlife scene. Every week, you’ll find T: 0212 258 9822. B7. in the evening; alternative rock and popular hits endless entertainment with its huge dance area, from the 80s and 90s dominate the sounds during a peaceful dining area, regular Latin dance nights Lokal weekends. Mon-Sat 5pm-1.30am. Milli Reasürans and free workshops. Daily 10am-7pm, organization Located in the relative peace of Tünel, this venue Çarşısı, 47-48, Abdi İpekçi Cad. Nişantaşı. time: 7pm-3am. www.kafepi.com. Hüseyin Ağa features a menu of Indian and Thai dishes fortified T: 0212 343 0241. A6. Mah. Kemer Hatun Cad. 10, Beyoğlu. with Iranian herbs to create new and unique flavors. A relaxing, special club. Mon-Thu 12pm-12am, Fri, T: 0533 258 9393. C5. Çubuklu 29 Sat 2pm-2am. Asmalımescit, Müeyyet Sok. 5, Tünel. Overlooking the Bosphorus, Çubuklu 29 occupies Icebar T: 0212 245 5743. C5. a spacious building illuminated by lanterns. In The İstanbul branch of the world-famous Ice Bar addition to its pool open during the day. Tandoori promises a one-of-a-kind evening. True to its name, Lucca lamb, pilaf with almonds and grilled meatballs are Spacious restaurant-bar with ample armchairs, long

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terrace during the summer – something for shows that begin with belly-dancing, followed by venue hosts prominent DJs, plus top cocktails and www.etilersamdan.com. Nispetiye Cad. 92, Etiler. everyone. Daily 12am-11pm. Fri&Sat 12am-4am. folk dances and a harem show. Ottoman Cuisine. nonstop entertainment. Tue-Sat 11:30pm-4am. Office: İhsan Aksoy Sok. 5/8, Çamlık, Etiler. www.nupera.com.tr. Meşrutiyet Cad. 67, Tepebaşı, Daily 9am-5am. www.sultanasb-nights.com. Meşrutiyet Cad. 89/A, across from the Pera Palas T: 0212 257 3042. Off map. Beyoğlu. T: 0212 245 6070. C4. Cumhuriyet Cad. 40/D, Elmadağ. Hotel, Asmalımescit, Beyoğlu. Zelda Zonk T: 0212 219 3904. B6. T: 0536 594 1139. C4. Orient Bar Newly opened on the upper floor of the Gradiva Breakfast, Turkish and Mediterranean treats and a Supper Club Off Pera Hotel overlooking the Golden Horn, Zelda Zonk wide variety of snack dishes served on an elegant. Part of a chain launched in Amsterdam, this A popular venue for musicians and actors, Off has a simple menu, but after 11pm it turns into a The meals are complemented by original cocktails nightclub offers electronic, chill out, funk and Pera provides a nonstop programme of Turkish bar with DJ performances until dawn. Mon-Sat plus domestic and foreign wines served all day. house music, and an alternative menu. music. This pop spot in Beyoğlu’s Asmalımescit 10pm-4am.www.gradivahotels.com. Bankalar Cad. Daily 10pm-2am. www.jumeirah.com. Pera Palace Daily 8:30pm-5am. www.supperclub.com. neighbourhood holds different themes through 2/1, Karaköy. T: 0530 382 3822. D4. Hotel Jumeriah, Meşrutiyet Cad. 52, Tepebaşı, Muallim Naci Cad. 65, Ortaköy. the week: Tuesday nights with Asu Maro, selections Zilly Pera Beyoğlu. T: 0212 3774000. C4. T: 0212 261 1988. A9. from classical, opera and famous musicals by Falling somewhere in between a disco and Güvenç Dağüstün on Wednesdays. Pop nightclub, Zilly is one of Istanbul’s most popular Unter, Karaköy Daily 4pm-4am. Gönül Sok. Canova Apartmanı This venue in Nupera has something to suit every Unter’s ground floor is a café, the next is a lounge, music spots. Sporting a 70s atmosphere, Zilly keeps 14/A, Asmalımescit. T: 0212 249 2697. C4. taste, playing the top hits from the 80s to the and the top floor a party space. Caipiroska cocktail the fun going until dawn with old and new Turkish present. With its informal atmosphere and great with Jaegermeister, and the long relaxed Sunday Scotch Disco songs. Tue-Sat 11pm-4:30am. Meşrutiyet Cad. 69, selection of drinks, Pop has become one of the breakfasts. Private overnight parties with music With a 20-year history, this venue offers Turkish Beyoğlu. T: 0533 575 3397. C4. most popular spots in Pera. Wed, Fri, Sat 12am- by DJs promise great entertainment until dawn. music and DJs, offering the unique experience of 4am. www.nupera.com.tr. Meşrutiyet Cad. 67, Tue-Thu 11am-12am, Fri 11am-2am, Sat 9am-2am, the music halls of the 1980s. Serves beer and fresh Tepebaşı. T: 0212 245 6070. C4. Sun 9am-8pm.www.unter.com.tr. Kemankeş, Karaali popcorn. Daily 10:30pm-5am. wıne bars Kaptan Sok. 4, Karaköy, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 244 5151. www.scotchclub.com.tr. Mim Kemal Öke Cad. 29/1, Rouge Propaganda Nişantaşı. T: 0212 246 5696. Propaganda, with its stylish interior by Spanish D5. A6. Located near Taksim Square, this classic wine bar has over 260 Turkish and foreign wines, architect David Garcia, lives up spectacularly to Wan-Na Pop Sess accompanied by local cheeses, appetizers and its motto: ‘good food, good music’. It boasts a Far Eastern restaurant and nightclub Wan-na This nightclub in Kuruçeşme will change the way main courses. Pleasant atmosphere, with walls delicious selection of international dishes, live Pop, one of İstanbul’s classiest and most popular you think about nightlife. With wide, comfortable filled with art. Daily 10am-2am. Lamartin Cad. 11/3, music on weeknights and DJ performances on nightspots, it is especially popular on booths and showy décor, it creates the perfect Taksim. T: 0212 237 0190. B6. weekends. Daily 11am-3am.İstiklal Cad, Suriye Friday nights with its DJ music. Daily D&N. backdrop for the best Turkish hits from the 70s, 80s Fine Music, Perfect Ambience Pasajı, 166/10, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 252 7181. C5. www.istanbuldoors.com. Büyükdere Cad. 185, and 90s. Daily 10pm-4am. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Azer İş Sensus Wine & Cheese Boutique Located below the Gradiva Hotel and dominated in red and black stylish décor, enjoy Kanyon Shopping Centre 206, Levent. Hanı 40, Teşvikiye. T: 0534 960 3909. Owned by the Anemon Hotels, Sensus doubles Public House A6. underground music at two-storey Nublu İstanbul, with occasional live performances T: 0212 353 1180. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). as a wine and cheese shop. Close to the historic This cosy pub is ideally equipped to host parties Şamdan Etiler Galata Tower, this typical wine bar boasts by guest bands. www.nubluistanbul.net. Voyvoda Cad. 2/1, and other special events. The cold and hot snacks, Offering a magnificent interior and selections W Lounge exclusively local cheeses and wines. Daily 10am- Karaköy Meydanı, Karaköy. T: 0212 249 7712. shots and pitcher cocktails are delicious. from world cuisines, Şamdan turns into a popular One of the trendiest spots in İstanbul, hosting a 10pm. www.sensuswine.com. Anemon Hotel Daily 8am-2am. Asmalımescit Mah. 9, Beyoğlu. entertainment spot at night. The evening starts multitude of parties accompanied by fine music. Galata, Bereketzade, Büyükhendek Cad. 5, T: 0534 211 6062. C4. Extensive menu, stylish decoration and with soft chansons, replaced by disco hits as the Kuledibi. T: 0212 245 5657. D4. night progresses. Daily 8:30pm-5am. wooden tables and a high ceiling, serving as a café artists and writers, Mojo is loved for its alternative Roxy ambiance. Tue-Sat 24 hours. www.wistanbul.com.tr. until 7pm, after which the menu offers a blend of rock, jazz, ethnic and rock music as well as live A classic of the bohemian Cihangir district in Süleyman Seba Cad. 22, Akaretler, Beşiktaş. world cuisines and the DJ performance takes over. music by local and foreign bands on Mon-Sat winter, this nightclub features live, electronic, pop, T: 0212 381 2121. B7. This is one of İstanbul’s most popular bars, and 10pm-4am. Daily 12am-4am. www.mojomusic.org. techno and underground music. Its Sex on the Zarifi Restaurant popular with the after-work crowd. Daily 9am- Büyükparmakkapı Sok. 26, Beyoğlu. Beach cocktail is famous. Thu-Sat 10pm-4am. Prepared daily, menus feature 80 selections Neighbourhood 2am. www.luccastyle.com. Cevdet Paşa Cad. 51/B, T: 0212 243 2927. C5. www.roxy.com.tr. Sıraselviler Cad. Aslan Yatağı Sok. from the best of Armenian, Greek, Jewish, Arab, Bebek. T: 0212 257 1255. Off map. 1/3, Taksim. T: 0212 249 1283. C5. Nardis Jazz Club Turkish and Levantine cuisines. The restaurant is also known for its wide range of music, from old Gourmet Masquerade Club A true jazz club for real local jazz fans, with live Sofyalı 9 Famous R&B singers and DJs from Turkey and music nightly modern, ethnic and creative non-jazz Very popular two-storey restaurant with the İstanbul songs to Sephardic, Greek and jazz music. abroad perform music from around the world works. Extensive menu inc finger food, steak and atmosphere of an Aegean-Mediterranean taverna. Daily 7:30pm-4am. www.zarifi.com.tr. Restaurant at this new club with a capacity of 2000. Making chicken plus salads and desserts. Mon-Thu 8:30am- Greek music and cuisine including a choice of 33 Çukurlu Çeşme Sok. 13, Sıraselviler, Beyoğlu. a name for itself with its unusual concepts and 12:30pm, Fri&Sat 8:30am-1:30am. meze (appetizers). Mon-Sat 12pm-1am. T: 0212 293 5480. C5. performances, Masquerade creates a visual and www.nardisjazz.com. Kule Sok. 8, Galata. www.sofyali.com. Asmalımescit, Sofyalı Sok. 9, With its earthy musical celebration. Yıldız Posta Cad. Sinan Pasajı T: 0212 244 6327. D5. Beyoğlu. T: 0212 245 0362. C5. atmosphere, Sıdıka Meze No:38/26 Gayrettepe. T: 0212 347 1347. TURKISH MUSIC Nomads Sortie Restoranı is a classic Mobile: 0533 027 0387. Cahide Cümbüş At Nomads, dishes are served with pita bread on Located in the old bosphorus neighbourhood of meyhane offering an masqueradeistanbul.com. Off map. Guests are given different J&B keys with large brass trays, accompanied by DJ Hakan’s Kuruçeşme. Sortie welcomes its guests with Turkish designs based on the concept of each room at authentic experience Members İstanbul sublime mix of Arab and Western music. With a music on Wednesdays and R&B on Sunday nights. Cahide, which takes a very unique approach with gentle music. In An impressive-looking Bosphorus nightspot where, bright, airy garden surrounded by alcoves with Daily 6pm-4am. www.sortie.com.tr. Muallim Naci to entertainment. Bellboys take guests and the excellent DJs play mostly Turkish hits, with the pillows and couches, and Bosphorus views from Cad. 54, Kuruçeşme. T: 0212 327 8585. addition to freshly made Off map. their luggage to the selected rooms. Fairy tale fun continuing until the first arrival of dawn. Tue-Sat the top floor. Tue-Sat; 8pm-2am. www.nomads.nl. mezes , hot appetizers Suada Club characters approach in an erotic and humorous 10pm-4am. Muallim Naci Cad. 71, Ortaköy. Muallim Naci Cad. 65, Ortaköy. and seafood, Sıdıka İstanbul residents and visitors alike take refuge way. In the wee hours, Cahide’s show team T: 0212 236 7357. Off map. T: 0212 258 0777. A9. from the heat of summer in the soft Bosphorus presents a wet dance performance under a shower. specialises in fish and wild Minimüzikhol Nublu İstanbul breeze sweeping the pool and restaurants of Suada Daily 7pm-2am. Kadırgalar Cad. Maçka Demokrasi greens from the island of If you’re out to avoid ‘subculture’, set your own One of New York’s most cutting edge music Club. Easily accessible thanks to its central location Parkı içi 2, Maçka. T: 0532 513 7789. B6. Cunda, near Ayvalık on trend and dance to world music, local sounds and venues, Nublu is a place where young musicians in the city, and housing six restaurants, Suada Club Club Albüm the Aegean coast. Try their electronic beats, then check out this new spot create, discuss, meet the masters, and develop is sure be a hot spot this year as well. An ideal spot Turkish pop parties every night, at this nightspot in hip Cihangir. DJ performances, special events new ideas and projects. Mon-Sat 10pm-2am. for an aperitif after work, the middle bar of Suada signature shrimp dish and overlooking the Bosphorus, are followed by live and a very unique atmosphere created by to its www.nubluistanbul.net. Voyvoda Cad. 2/1, Karaköy Club entertains its guests throughout the summer monkfish. percussion and dance shows. The deluxe drink unusual decor. 11pm-4am. www.minimuzikhol.com. Meydanı, Karaköy. T: 0212 249 7712. with live performances. www.suadaclub.com.tr. www.sidika.com.tr C5. menu serves a host of original, tempting cocktails. Sıraselviler Cad. Soğancı Sok. 7, Cihangir. Kuruçeşme. T: 0212 263 7300. Off map. Nupera Daily 11pm-5am.Muallim Naci Cad. 71, Kuruçeşme. Şair Nedim Cad. 38 T: 0212 245 1996. C5. Launched in 2001 in the 200 year-old Passage Sultana’s 1001 Nights Show T: 0212 236 7256.Off map. Beşiktaş. Mojo de Petit Champs, Nupera houses a variety of Venue offering authentic Turkish-themed shows. T: (0212) 259 7232. Hittaera Just off İstiklal Caddesi and much frequented by restaurants, a bar and private club with an open Tables surround a raised centre stage, featuring Playing Turkish songs from past to present, this

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pleasant cafes, restaurants and quality nightlife, Ataköy 6. Kısım Ataköy, Bakırköy. SHOPPING CENTRE MAP it is a favourite area especially with İstanbul’s T: 0212 661 7515. Off map. elite crowd. Nişantaşı lies at busy hub of several Brandium Ataşehir major streets (the busiest of which are Teşvikiye, Boasting 250 stores ranging from home textiles to Valikonağı and Rumeli Avenues) and it’s easy to get electronics, clothing and cosmetics, this shopping to, a quick dolmuş ride from Taksim Square. A6. centre also offers children’s play parks, theatre and cinemas, a bowling alley and gourmet restaurants. SHOPPING CENTRES www.brandiumatasehir.com. Dereboyu Cad. 29, Ataşehir. T: 0212 4441200. Off map. Addresİstanbul With a host of leading Turkish and foreign Capacity home furnishing and houseware stores offering, Four-storey shopping centre with 180 stores hundreds of brands, this shopping centre has carrying Turkish and foreign brands. Sephora, Banana Republic, Gap and many more brands cater everything you need to decorate an entire flat in to a vast range of tastes while Electro World serves a single day. Take a break for a delicious treat at technology-savvy customers. Kitchenette Restaurant, and enjoy live music on Fast food, restaurants and movie theaters. Sundays. Daily 10am-7pm. www.addresistanbul. Daily 10am-10pm. www.capacity.com.tr. com. Halide Edip Adıvar Bulvarı Mah. Çiftecevizler Zeytinlik Mah. Fişekhane Cad. 7, Bakırköy. Deresi Sok. 4, Şişli. T: 0212 320 6262. Off map. T: 0212 661 6705. Off map. Akmerkez Capitol Offering the best local and foreign brands in Major shopping and entertainment centre with an elegant shopping atmosphere as well as an stores, restaurants and fourteen movie theatres. array of entertainment and social venues, Joker Various activities organised every week. Daily Entertainment Park promises a good time for 10am-10pm. www.capitol.com.tr. Mahir İz Cad. children and adults alike. Papermoon, located at Altunizade, Üsküdar. T: 0216 554 7777. Off map. the Ulus entrance, serves Italian cuisine. City’s place for hand-woven carpets, jewellery, traditional Daily 10am-10pm. www.akmerkez.com.tr. City’s Nişantaşı is a centre of fashion and style. Major Shopping Turkish art, famous Turkish style silverware, copper, Nispetiye Cad. Etiler. T: 0212 282 0170. Leading national and international brands, bronze giftware and decorative objects, ceramics, Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Areas delightful cafés and restaurants, dazzling onyx, leather products and souvenirs from all over Akaretler Row Houses Astoria architecture. Entertainment for children and 7 Turkey. Mon-Sat 8:30am-7pm. www.kapalicarsi.org. Built in 1875 by Ottoman Sultan Abdülaziz, the Located in the business and social centre of movie theatres. Citylife’s cinema foyer with its tr. Beyazıt-Eminönü. E4. beautiful Akaretler Row Houses has a new lease on Esentepe, Astoria hosts world-renowned brands in peerless sea view adds to the pleasure. The fun life since its huge renovation. New life has been Çukurcuma its unique design including 48m-high twin atriums lasts late into the evening. Daily 10am-10pm. breathed into this Beşiktaş neighbourhood and it’s World-renowned for its antique shops, this designed to provide ample daylight. In addition www.citysnisantasi.com. Teşvikiye Cad. 162, now one of İstanbul’s foremost cultural quarters, area has the atmosphere of an old Ottoman to 110 stores, it offers cafés, gourmet markets, and Nişantaşı. T: 0212 373 3333. A6. offering a host of colourful art galleries, stylish neighbourhood. Antique shops are scattered restaurants offering superb flavours of Turkish and Demirören İstiklal cafés and restaurants, and a tempting selection through the streets. Mon-Fri 9am-7pm. Sat-Sun world cuisines. Daily 10am-10pm. Opened upon the rebuilding of the Sin-Em Han, of designer shops. Officially named Şair Nedim 9am-7pm. Çukurcuma Cad. Firuzağa Mah. Faik www.astoria.com.tr. Büyükdere Cad. Astoria home in the 1930s to the famous Saray pudding Caddesi, this sloping street, with the W Hotel as Paşa Cad. Turnacıbaşı Sok. Beyoğlu. Kuleleri 127, Esentepe. T: 0212 215 2222. Off map. shop and the Lüks cinema, this 25,000 square a prominent landmark, is lined with commercial T: 0505 709 3857. C5. metre venue is home to a host of famous shops galleries such as Rampa, Art On Gallery and Ataköy Plus including Sephora, Brandroom, the Satürn Galerist, and design house Autobahn. Find luxury Egyptian (Spice) Bazaar Ataköy Plus Shopping Centre is open to technology chain, the Gap and Atasun Optik. jewel-encrusted pieces at Sevan Bıçakçı, tasteful Alongside the New Mosque (Yeni Cami) and next exploration with an architectural aesthetics, Daily 10am-10pm.www.demirorenistiklal.com. linens and household items at Haremlique, and to the Flower Market, the Egyptian Bazaar is one of spacious circulation spaces, and special services T: 0212 249 9999.İstiklal Cad. 52-54, Beyoğlu. prepare for the Big Day at Vakko Wedding. Should the oldest covered bazaars in İstanbul, renowned that make shopping an insatiable experience. C5. for its herbalists. In addition to spices, Turkish you need a break after all that browsing and Situated on the coastal road only five minutes from Galleria delight (lokum), and other souvenirs, natural shopping, tempting treats await at stylish Cafe the Atatürk International Airport, Ataköy Plus offers A major shopping centre featuring world medicines, herbs, flower seeds, roots and barks of Minyon (part of W Hotel), or taste top Turkish wines 140 brands original designs. www.atakoyplus.com. brands as well as a broad range of restaurants, rare plants used in traditional medicine as well as a paired with cheeses at Corvus. www.akaretler.com. Daily 10am-10pm. Adnan Kahveci Bulvarı, entertainment, sports activities and striking vast selection of dried nuts, delicatessen products tr. Süleymen Seba Cad. Maçka, Beşiktaş. B7. interiors. Daily 10am-10pm. and other food items are available. Mon-Sat www.galleria-atakoy.com. Sahilyolu, Ataköy. Bağdat Caddesi 8:30am-6:30pm. Eminönü Square. E4. Guidelines T: 0212 559 9560. Named after Murat IV’s successful campaign to Off map. İstiklal Caddesi recapture Baghdad, this posh street on İstanbul’s This directory, grouped by category, is a list of İstanbul Cevahir In the historical district of Beyoğlu, which was the Asian side extends from Kızıltoprak in Kadıköy to establishments recommended by the editors of The city centre’s largest shopping mall lets you primary neighbourhood of the foreign community Cevizli in Maltepe. The section between Suadiye Where Magazine and includes regular shop any time you want. In addition to a slew as well as non-Muslim Ottoman subjects, Beyoğlu advertisers. and Caddebostan is especially well known for its of top-rated stores, it also boasts cafés and gradually attained a European look with the arrival exclusive shops, cafés and restaurants frequented restaurants offering flavours from around the of foreign embassies as well as Christians from MAP LOCATIONS by local youth and business people. Many top world, a movie theatre, state theatres and the Fun Galata, eventually forming a new community in Note that the references in bold at the end of Turkish and world brands have at least one shop Lab Entertainment World for children. Daily 10am- 17th-century İstanbul. The allure of the street each listing (A1; B5 etc) refer to the coordinates here. Well served by public transportation, this on the street maps on pages 62-63. 10pm. www.istanbulcevahir.com. Büyükdere Cad. faded in the 1970s but was followed by major bustling street with its chic restaurants and cafes 22/A, Şişli. T: 0212 368 6900. Off map. is an excellent place to go window shopping and revival in early 1990s. It is now a the city’s major entertainment district, full of bars, clubs, cafés, information people watching. Off map. Visitors should note that Value Added Tax (VAT) İstinyePark restaurants, and scores of top shopping brands. varies between 8% and 18% and is generally In addition to the top brands this shopping Covered (Grand) Bazaar Beyoğlu. C5. included in the price of goods. Overseas visitors centre offers, it stands out with its architecture. Built in 1461, this amazing complex, the world’s can shop tax-free in Turkey recouping around 5 Designed to cater to a host of tastes and needs, it Nişantaşı oldest shopping center, is a colossal maze taking to 13% of these amounts, respectively. demonstrates a distinct concept with 147 clothing Nişantaşı is both a lively and bustling in 66 streets and 4,000 stores— all covered. Each Look for shops with signs for Global Refund stores and 43 world brands. Various theme areas neighbourhood and an area known for its exclusive street in the Bazaar is named after the specific (T: 0212 232 1121) and DSD Refund including Brands Street, Nostalgic Marketplace shopping centres, brand-name stores, malls and (T: 0212 546 0790). guild that once inhabited it, such as the Kalpak and Children’s Entertainment Centre in addition galleries. With its national and international brands, Makers, Jewellers, Mirror Makers, etc. This is the to nearly 40 cafés and restaurants, and 12 movie

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SHOPPING CENTRE MAP 1. Levent. T: 0212 344 0660. cinemas, including two VIP cinemas with 1,600 10am-6pm. Tomurcuk Sok. Antikacılar Çarşısı, Accessories Shopping Centre Map (p.34). seats each. Daily 10am-10pm. www.zorlucenter.com. Mecidiyeköy. T: 0212 217 8093. Off map. Barbaros Bulvarı Kavşağı, Beşiktaş. Ela Cindoruk & Nazan Pak Optimum Portakal Art And Culture House T: 0212 444 9496. Off map. Earrings, necklaces, bracelets, brooches, pendants Bringing the outlet concept into the city centre, The Portakal Family has contributed to Turkish arts and cufflinks designed by Ela Cindoruk and Nazan Optimum İstanbul serves nearly nine million visitors and culture for three generations, since early 20th a year in the bustling neighbourhood of Kadıköy ANTIQUES AND century provide art consultancy services for private Pak. In addition to gold and silver, accessories on the Asian side. In addition to famous brands like museums, institutions and special collections. made of pearls, plastic and polyester also available. Tommy Hilfiger, Fracassetti and Diesel, you’ll find COLLECTIBLES Mon-Sat 9am-7:30pm. www.rportakal.com. Mon 2am-7pm, Tue-Sat 10.30am-7pm, local brands like Derimod, Vakko and Antik Palace Mim Kemal Öke Cad. 8, Nişantaşı. www.elacindoruknazanpak.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Atasay. There’s a huge daylit food court and open- Nearly 260 art and antique auctions have been T: 0212 225 4637. A6. Atiye Sok. 14/B, Teşvikiye. T: 0212 232 2664. A6. air terraces, plus a 540 m2 ice skating rink. Daily held by this house, where numerous Turkish and Sahaflar Çarşısı 10am-10pm. www.optimumoutlet.com. world records have been broken. Antik A.Ş. is the Frey Wille The oldest market to have survived from Ottoman İstiklal Sok. 10/4, Yenisahra, Ataşehir. organizer of the first and most comprehensive Designed to reflect an rich imagination and times, it is located on Beyazıt Square in the T: 0216 664 1414. Off map. contemporary painting, wine, book and classic emotional intensity, handmade Frey Wille historical neighbourhood of Beyazıt, next to the automobile auctions in Turkey. Daily 9am-7pm. collections incude unique artistic champlevé Palladium Grand Bazaar. A must-see for booklovers visiting www.antikpalace.com.tr. Süleyman Seba Cad. Largest shopping centre in İstanbul’s Asian side. the Grand Bazaar, with old and new Turkish and products by prominent Viennese designers. Talimyeri Sok. 2, Maçka. T: 0212 236 2460. B7. In addition to 170 large stores, movie theatres and foreign books, as well as old banknotes, coins and Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. www.frey-wille.com. an excellent food court, it also includes a 32-storey Artı Mezat stamps. Eminönü, Çadırcılar Cad. 103-203, Abdi İpekçi Cad. 51/C, Nişantaşı. residence. Its inspiring architecture includes a Providing antique buying and sales services, the Beyazıt. E4. T: 0212 240 5420. A6. colossal glass hemisphere for a roof. The chic mall shop guarantees the authenticity of each piece also houses world-renowned brands including with options of lowest commission and earliest Marks&Spencer, C&A, Banana Republic, payment. Find the best value on Ottoman and and Zara. Daily 10am-10pm. European pieces, paintings, porcelain, glass and www.palladium.com.tr. Barbaros Mah. ceramic objects, silver objects bearing the sultan’s Halk Cad. 8/B, Yeni Sahra, Kozyatağı. signature or seal, Korans, calligraphy, books and T: 0216 663 1500. Off map. engravings at Artı Mezat. Mon-Sat 10am-6pm. www.artimezat.com. Ahmet Fetgari Sok. Sapphire Can Apt. 40/B, Teşvikiye. T: 0212 233 7037. At 261 metres high, İstanbul Sapphire is the A7. city's tallest combined shopping mall and Beyaz Müzayede andresidential building; it’s also Turkey’s first This establishment holds auctions at Sofa ‘green’ structure, and one of few such buildings Hotel featuring masterpieces of modern and in the world. Combining western, traditional and contemporary art. Printed with 5 different covers, modern architecture, Sapphire presents a modern the catalogue presents the objects to go under the shopping experience with prestigious world hammer under two sections: Day Sale and Evening brands and entertainment. Daily 10am-10pm. Sale. www.beyazart.com. İz Plaza Giz K:19 D:70, www.istanbulsapphire.com. Emniyet Evleri, Eski Maslak. T: 0212 290 7050. A6. Büyükdere Cad. 1/1, Levent. T: 0212 268 8080. Horhor Antique Centre Shopping Centre Map (p.34). This seven-storey building is famous with local Trump Towers Mall antique collectors, and each object here has a This mall that offers shopping, movies, a place to story, from armour worn by an English knight in perform music, a gym and a convention hall also his last battle, to the massive armchair of a French has a play center and ice skating school for kids. aristocrat. Daily 10am-6pm. www.horhor.com. Daily 10am-10pm. www.trumpistanbul.com.tr. Kırk Tulumba Sok. 24, Horhor, Aksaray. E2. theatres inc a 3D IMAX screen. Daily 10am-10pm. www.kanyon.com.tr. Büyükdere Cad. 185, Levent. Karkuyusu Sok. 19, Şişli. T: 0212 348 7867. Off map. Khaftan Art & Antique www.istinyepark.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. 73, T: 0212 317 5300. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Vialand A delightful venue hosting a collection of fine Sarıyer. T: 0212 345 5555. Marmara Forum Turkey’s first world-class mega theme park offers antiques and works by modern Turkish artists. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). The Marmara Forum shopping centre is home to a host of different entertainment alternatives Khaftan’s vast array includes Ottoman era textiles, Forumİstanbul world brands, and brings new ideas and trends including a show centre, shopping centre, a 5000- ceramics, silverworks, oriental paintings, books, seat auditorium plus a train, a roller coaster and In addition to shopping, Forum İstanbul offers an to Turkey. In addition to famous men’s, women’s engravings and maps collected both in Turkey other rides and theme zones. www.vialand.com.tr. and abroad. Also available are oil paintings by extensive choice of leisure activities. At the top of and kids’ clothing and lingerie brands – including Yeşilpınar Mah. Girne Mah. Eyüp. T: 0212 618 9797. contemporary Turkish artists, miniature paintings the list of attractions is Turkuazoo, Turkey's first and Massimo Dutti, Benetton, Mango, Lacoste, DKNY, Off map. and calligraphic art. Daily 9am-8pm. biggest aquarium. The mall also boasts a 10-screen GAP and Armani Kids – you’ll also find top national www.khaftan.com. Sultanahmet, Nakilbent Sok. 32, movie theatre, a game and entertainment centre, and international jewellery brands like Atasay, Viaport T: 0212 458 5425. F5. bowling alley, play spaces for children and a host of Gülaylar, Assos and Swarovski. The mall is also Located at the Sabiha Gökçen juncture at the dining choices. Look out for the newest addition: home to 15 cinemas, and the largest Food Court intersection of the İstanbul Park Road and Trans- Maçka Mezat Jurassic Land, an 8000-m2 family entertainment in İstanbul, with 65 different cafes and restaurants. European Motorway (TEM), VIA/PORT boasts 175 Maçka Mezat is a pioneer promoting Ottoman centre set due to open later this year. Daily 10am- And not forgetting the two separate terraces with stores. There are many world-renowned brand artworks and Turkish paintings in auctions, with a 10pm. www.forumistanbul.com.tr. Kocatepe Mah. views of the Marmara Sea. Daily 10am-10pm. outlets. The centre also features an amusement wide array of artefacts primarily Ottoman silver, park, go carts, a forest tour on ATV, pony rides, 5D tombaks, ceramics and calligraphy plus European Paşa Cad. Bayrampaşa. T: 0212 443 1350. www.marmara-forum.com.tr. Osmaniye, cinema and much more. Daily 10am-10pm. and Russian artworks, Orientalist paintings and Shopping Centre Map (p.36). Çobançeşme, Koşuyolu Bulvarı 3, Bakırköy. www.viaport.com.tr. Yenişehir Mah. Chinese porcelain. Mon-Sat 9am-6pm. T: 0212 414 9494. Shopping Centre Map (p.32). Kanyon Dedepaşa Cad. 19, Kurtköy, Pendik. www.mackamezat.com. Maçka Cad. Major shopping centre with 160 stores, 9 movie Metro City T: 0216 696 1001. Off map. 24/3, Teşvikiye. T: 0212 259 4513. A6. Rosy Dreams theatres and a health and sports club. Pleasant Accessible by subway, this shopping centre Zorlu Center Mecidiyeköy Antique Centre Celebrate the arrival of spring with Frey Wille’s softly coloured enamelled jewellery atmosphere offering the best Turkish and world offering world brands, restaurants, and book stores This mall in the heart of the city is home to luxury Established in 1982, this four-storey antique centre that evokes a romantic, fairytale world. This new collection features elegant, alluring brands, gourmet restaurants, cafés, open air is also popular for its regular events. Beymen Club boutique stores including Beymen, plus Turkey’s is home to nearly 80 shops with mainly European, bracelets and rings dominated by shades of pink and gold. performances and dazzling colours and sounds. and Vakko stores offer top-line smart and smart- first outlets of brands such as Brooks Brothers, particularly French and British, antiques. Catering www.frey-wille.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 51/C, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 240 5420. Restaurants and cafés in Kanyon offer early casual men’s and women’s clothing. Daily 10am- Industrie Denim, Cos, Lanvin, Pomellato, Stella to all manner of antique and vintage enthusiasts, breakfasts and late dinners. Daily 10am-10pm. 10pm. www.metrocity.com.tr. Büyükdere Cad. 171, McCartney and Superdry. The venue also has 14 the centre offers high-quality pieces. Mon-Sat

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politicians and businessmen. Mon-Sat 9:30am- 7:30pm. www.hashali.com. Fulya Terrace, Hakkı SHOPPING CENTRE MAP Yeten Cad. 14, Fulya, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 444 2427. Off map. Loomart When it comes to aesthetics, LoomArt is committed to the best in carpet design. Its huge collection includes unusual antique pieces from Kerman, Konya and Tabriz (Iran), funky contemporary pieces with bold designs and bright colours, and woven kilims. Some of its larger creations as the Pera Palace Hotel, and residence of the President of Turkey! Daily 8:30am-7:30pm. www.loomart.com. On the boutiques floor of The Ritz-Carlton. Gümüşsuyu, Askerocağı Cad. 9, Elmadağ. T: 0212 252 5095. B6. Grand Bazaar, Mon-Sat 8:30am-7pm. Grand Bazaar, Kalpakçılar Cad. 70, Eminönü. E4. Metrekare Rug Art In addition to Turkish rugs such as Kotan, Memlük, and Uşak, this venue also offers Odegard, Jan Kath, Nepalese rugs, antique Oriental hand-woven rugs and the modern Woven Legend collections. Mon-Sat 9am-7pm. www.metrekare.net. Vişnezade, Maçka Cad. 29/A, Maçka. T: 0212 343 9732. A6. Nakkaş In İstanbul's old Sultanahmet district, there's a truly Plus One (Janset Bilgin) Eight stores throughout İstanbul; check website for remarkable store: Nakkaş. Built over a beautifully Authentic and modern jewellry pieces made of the closest store. Mon-Sat 9am-9pm. restored 6-century Byzantine cistern, Nakkaş silver, natural stones, and old fabrics tied with www.remzi.com.tr. Rumeli Cad. 44, Nişantaşı. offers fine wearings, ceramics and jewellery in the leather cord. Mon-Sun 10:30am-7:30pm. plusone. T: 0212 234 5475. A6. Bağdat Cad. 452, Suadiye. tradition of quality crafts manship. A visit to this com.tr. Müeyyetzade Mah. Tatarbeyi Sok. 34/B, T: 0216 361 9071. Off map. column-filled cistern is the first step to an exciting Galata. T: 0212 243 1224. D5. shopping adventure. Mon-Sat 9am-7pm. Robinson Crusoe 389 www.nakkasrug.com. Nakilbent Sok. 13, A pleasant stop on İstiklal Caddesi, this store Takıl Pera Sultanahmet. T: 0212 516 5222. F4 / F5. Saadet Keskin started her jewellery store back carries books in English, French and German on a in 1976 in Beşiktaş, and later moved to Tünel wide range of subjects, especially history, travel, under the name Takıl Pera. She works exclusively literature and art. Daily 10am-9:30pm. Clothing – Children with private designers to select her unique www.rob389.com. İstiklal Cad. 195A (389), Beyoğlu. B&G Store collection that blends tradition with class. Mon-Sat T: 0212 293 6968. C5. Own product range featuring collections from 10am-8pm, Sun 1pm-7pm. www.takilpera.com. leading global brands in children’s clothing inc Asmalımescit, General Yazgan Sok. 2/A, Tünel, Carpets Patrizia Pepe, Bogner, Zu+Elements, Bikkembergs, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 292 1792. C5. Mariella Burani, Nebati bb, Baby Graziella, Phard Agora Halı Bebe, Killah, Riccione. Daily 10am-10pm. This amazing store’s 18,000-piece private www.bgstore.com.tr. Forum İstanbul, Kocatepe Bookstores collection includes regional carpets such as Old Mah. Paşa Cad. Bayrampaşa. T: 0212 640 6978. Kazak, Konya, Sivas, Bergama and Uşak, plus the D&R Shopping Centre Map (p.36). Offers a broad selection of books, music, films, exciting Contemporary Art collection. electronics, games, gifts and stationary in a www.agorarug.com. Nuruosmaniye Cad. Türbedar Kid’s Story modern and relaxed atmosphere, with 45 stores Sok. 9, Cağaloğlu. T: 0212 528 7441. E4. Garments and accessories for the 0-16 age group. Knitwear, shoes, shirts, jackets, socks, hats and throughout İstanbul. Check website for the nearest Çınar Halı store. Daily 10am-10pm. www.dr.com.tr. berets. Products by leading brands inc Burberry, Çınar Halı offers a full array of classic, modern Donna Karan, Nolita, Bon Point, Monalisa, Roberto Büyükdere Cad. 185, Kanyon Shopping Centre K:1, and post-modern patterns to suit interiors of all 179, Levent. T: 0212 353 0870. Cavalli & Simonetta also available. Daily 10am- styles. Completely a product of Turkish labour and 10pm. Nispetiye Cad. Akmerkez Shopping Centre Shopping Centre Map (p.34). artisanship, each hand-woven carpet reflects the 185, Etiler. T: 0212 282 0146. brand’s quality. Mon-Sat 9am-6pm. Pandora Beyoğlu Shopping Centre Map (p.34). www.cinarhali.com.tr. Nuruosmaniye Cad. 51/A, Bookstore located in Beyoğlu's Büyükparmakkapı Cağaloğlu. T: 0212 513 8317. Miki House street, carrying 50,000 books inc 2,000 on Turkey. E4. Japan’s most famous and prestigious children’s Broad range of subjects inc art, archaeology, The brand for stylish kids Dhoku brand, Miki House is a favourite for boys and girls literature, cooking and leisure. An especially good Translated as ‘texture’, dhoku immediately stands aged up to ten years old. There’s a vast choice of source of books in English. Mon-Wed 10am-8pm, out for its top-quatlity kilims. Made specially in items from clothing, bags and packs, a wide range Teşvikiye Mah. Maçka Cad. Narmanlı Apt. No:24/B Nişantaşı, lstanbul Tel: 0212 236 36 49 Thu-Sat 10am-9pm, Sun 1pm-8pm. Anatolia out of 100% organic wool, dhoku’s pieces of shoes, toys, hats and other accessories. beyoglu.pandora.com.tr. İstiklal Cad. www.mikihouse.co.jp are notable for their geometric designs, meticulous Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. www.mikihouseturkey.com. Büyükparmakkapı Sok. 3, Beyoğlu. weaving and elegant simplicity. Mon-Sat 8:30am- Maçka Cad. Narmanlı Apt. 24/B, Nişantaşı. [email protected] T: 0212 243 3503. C5. 7pm. www.dhoku.com. Grand Bazaar, Takkeciler T: 0212 236 3649. A6. Please instagram/mikihouseistanbul Sok. 58-60, Eminönü. T: 0212 527 6841. Remzi Kitabevi E5. ask your Books in both Turkish and English are available in Has Halı concierge this bookstore, which also includes a café. Turkish With several stores throughout Turkey and the Clothing – Men for more and foreign daily periodicals, CDs, DVDs, VCDs, world, and its Pera, Museum, Ottoman and Brioni details Turkish, foreign magazines and gifts also available. Seraph collections, this is popular with well-known Brioni is universally recognized as the most

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luxurious brand in men’s fashion. Mon-Sat Shopping Centre, -1.Kat, F211A, İstinye. who enjoy travelling and outdoor sports and never Zara 10am-7pm. www.brioni.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 17, T: 0212 345 5058. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). compromise on style and comfort. Daily 10am- Spanish brand offering men’s, women’s and Nişantaşı. T: 0212 343 0038. A6. 10pm. www.loropiana.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. children’s clothing. Some of its stores, inc Zara Dolce & Gabanna İstinyePark Shopping Centre 483, Sarıyer. Home, feature home furnishings and accessories. Corente The creation of Italian designers Domenico T: 0212 345 6582. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Mon-Sat 10am-10pm. www.zara.com. Metro City Known for its made-to-measure shirts and suits, Dolce and Stefano Gabanna, this famous brand Shopping Centre G, 1. Levent. T: 0212 344 00 44. dazzles the eyes with its brilliant designs. The new Massimo Dutti plus silk and cashmere neckties, the company Shopping Centre Map (p.34). uses fabrics from famous brands such as Charles collection makes heavy use of wool with black, gold The perennial choice of people unwilling to Clayton, Loro Piana, Valentino, Dormeuil, Vitale and lamé designs. Daily 10am-10pm. compromise on their appearance in a busy Barberis Cononico, Ermenegildo Zegna, and www.dolcegabbana.com. Zorlu Center, Zincirlikuyu and fast-paced business life. Daily 10am-10pm. Clothing - Women Cad. Beşiktaş. T: 0212 306 3398. Off map. Nispetiye Cad. Akmerkez Shopping Centre Fratelli Italia De Delfino. www.corentte.com. Alexander Mcqueen Mim Kemal Öke Cad. İkizler Apt. 14/3, Nişantaşı. 211/310, Etiler.T: 0212 282 0939. Emporio Armani Popular with men and women alike, this English Shopping Centre Map (p.34). T: 0212 247 0445. Off map. Italy’s most famous fashion brand, Emporio brand’s clothing and accessories appeal to those Damat/Tween Armani offers ready-to-wear, jewellery, lingerie, Mavi with an eye for elegant and sophisticated design. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 21, Nişantaşı. The Damat Collection’s main fabric line consists glasses and watches while renewing itself with the Appealing to a vast range of tastes in jeans and casual clothing, this world-renowned Turkish brand T: 0212 219 5709. of specially woven, environmentally friendly, wool appealing and unique designs of its EA07 watch A6. and Kaka jean creations. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. also offers exclusive concept products for special and wool blend Bio-Tech fabrics that are both Brandroom www.emporioarmani.com. İstinyePark Shopping occasions. Daily 10am-10pm. sophisticated and eye-catching. Daily 10am-10pm. Offers apparel for all occasions by select brands Centre 519, Sarıyer. T: 0212 345 6110. www.mavi.com. Nispetiye Cad. Akmerkez www.damat.com.tr. Valikonağı Cad. 63, Nişantaşı. inc Balmain, Alexander Wang, Versace, Diane Von Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Shopping Centre 235/238, Etiler. T: 0212 343 8550-51. A6. Furstenberg, 3.1 Phillip Lim, Salvatore Ferragamo, T: 0212 282 0423-24. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Tom Ford, MCQ, Catherine Malandrino, Ashish, Ermenegildo Zegna Etro Sporting Italian lines with the colours of India, this Moschino Emilio Pucci, Thomas Wylde, Paul & Joe, See The brand offers two distinct lines inc Zegna Sport men and women’s line of clothing, accessories, The Moschino, Moschino Cheap, Chic and by Chloe, Vivienne Westwood Anglomania and Z Zegna. Particularly the environmentally perfumes and home collections stand out with Love Moschino collections make their mark by and Helmut Lang, as well as broad selection of friendly Oasi Zegna Cashmere jumpers in basic their bold colours and designs. Daily 10am-10pm. expressing creativity; transforming irony and cosmetics. Mon-Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 12pm-8pm. colours appeal to both sight and touch. www.etro.com. İstinyePark Shopping Centre, K:1 elegance into strength by reinterpreting the www.demsagroup.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. www.zegna.com. Mon-Sat 10am-7:30pm. İstinye Bayırı Cad. Sarıyer. T: 0212 335 6795. classics. Daily 10am-10pm. www.moschino.com. Polat Palas 63, Maçka. T: 0212 241 6049. A6. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 15/A, Nişantaşı. İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre 53, Shopping Centre Map (p.34). BCBG Max Azria T: 0212 241 6500. A6. Sarıyer. T: 0212 335 6770. The choice of many Hollywood celebrities like Gap Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Gant Reflecting American style with its sporty and casual Paris Hilton, Carmen Electra, Eva Mendes and Combining traditional American style with garments, Gap offers a multitude of jeans, blazers, Naracamicie Sharon Stone, Max Azria caters to women who European mastery, Gant has proved its reputation t-shirts, sweatshirts, lingerie, bags, belts, wallets Italian luxury shirt designer and manufacturer prefer a modern style. Extensive product offers as one of the finest shirt brands for 60 years, and headgear. Daily 10am-10pm. Naracamicie presents four collections under the casual wear to evening dresses, shoes and particularly with its Hugger, Pullover, Cashmere www.gap.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Flash and Base labels. In addition to bold, unusual handbags. Mon-Sat 10am-8pm. and Rugger lines. Daily 10am-10pm. Shopping Centre K:-1/38, Sarıyer. shirts and blouses, you’ll fine classic shirts, white www.bcbgmaxazriagroup.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. www.gant.com. Büyükdere Cad. 185, T: 0212 345 6223. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). shirts and a host of original styles. Bostan Sok. 4, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 241 2242. A6. Kanyon Shopping Centre B2, Levent. www.naracamicie.com.tr Abdi İpekçi Cad. Bottega Veneta T: 0212 353 5367. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Giorgio Armani Bostan Sok. Ayda Apt. 11 / 1, Nişantaşı. Comfortable, quality footwear and handbag The miraculous Italian line that shapes fashion with T: 0212 236 5600. A6. Hugo Boss its simple yet stylish collection stands out with its designs offering elegance and luxury. Bringing together modern accessories and casual casual, smart designs ideal for business life. Daily Network Mon-Sat 10am-10pm. www.bottegaveneta.com. and sporty lines, Hugo Boss offers endless choices 10am-10pm. www.giorgioarmani.com. İstinye Bayırı Network is a global brand inspired by the İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre inc ready-wear, watches, accessories, lingerie, Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre 518, Sarıyer. multicultural character of the 21st century, 463, Sarıyer.T: 0212 335 6790. bodycare products and more, under lines including T: 0212 345 6110. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). introducing new trends for men and women. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). its Boss Black, Boss Orange, Boss Green and Boss Mon-Sat 8:30am-8pm. www.network-tr.com. Chanel Selection. Daily 10am-10pm. Gucci Teşvikiye Cad. 103, Nişantaşı. World-renowned French brand Chanel offers Italian fashion brand with shoes, handbags, T: 0212 236 6579. A6. www.hugoboss.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. a wide range of products from ready-wear to İstinyePark Shopping Centre 339/468, Sarıyer. luggage, leather goods, furs, a ready-to-wear collection and much more. Daily 10am-7pm. Ralph Lauren accessories, beauty products and watches. Chanel T: 0212 345 6001. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). www.gucci.com. Maçka Cad. Maçka Palas 33/C, Athletic and inspiring garments, coats and jackets counts Nicole Kidman, Victoria Beckham, Lily Allen, give the feeling of an American holiday. Ralph Catherine Denevue and Audrey Tautou among its La Misura Teşvikiye. T: 0212 225 2080. A6. A leader in custom tailoring, La Misura designs a Lauren offers unique choices for lovers of the celebrity clients. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. Abdi İpekçi H&M Cad. Nazen Apt. Maçka. T: 0212 368 6300. wide range of made-to-measure suits, tuxedos, classics with its Purple Label and Black Label lines A6. Operating in cities around the world since 1947, and more casual selections with Polo Ralph Lauren. coats, shoes, accessories and more. Chloe H&M offers fashionable, quality products for men, Daily 10am-10pm. www.ralphlauren.com. www.lamisura.com.tr. Levent Cad. 54, 1. Levent. Named for its warm, feminine appeal, and in women and children at attractive prices, and also İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre 58, T: 0212 283 0022. Off map. perfect synch with the mood of Paris. Youthful, stocks attractive local textiles. Daily 10am-10pm. Sarıyer. T: 0212 345 7012. modern design. Daily 10am-10pm. İstinyePark Shopping Centre, İstinye Bayırı Cad. 73, Shopping Centre Map (p.34). www.chloe.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. Sarıyer. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Clothing – Tom Ford İstinyePark Shopping Centre 55, Sarıyer. Men & Women Lacoste One of the world’s most prestigious brands, famed T: 0212 335 6782. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). This distinguished brand from France maintains for its outlandish, unique styles, this store presents Burberry its line under its Club and Sport models. Autumn/ one of the designer’s most astounding collections Desa Clothing for women, men, children and babies Winter creation presents the borders of iconic in a contemporary atmosphere. Abdi İpekçi Cad Established in 1972, this brand now operates with 73 stores in Turkey and 2 abroad. In addition to inc a winning mix of classic and funky raincoats, sportswear in natural colours and comfortable 46/B, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 296 7575. A6. separates and accessories. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. and sophisticated stylishness. Daily 10am-10pm. leather products, it also produces silk, chiffon, www.burberry.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 1, Nişantaşı. www.lacoste.com. Büyükdere Cad. 171, Metro City Top Shop cashmere and knitwear skirts, jackets, trousers, T: 0212 241 5516. A6. Shopping Centre G, 1. Levent. T: 0212 344 0272. You’ll find the Kate Moss and Celia Birtwell coats and accessories. Daily 10am-10pm. collections in this London-based store in addition www.desa.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 5, Nişantaşı. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Cacharel to maternity, mini and vintage ranges. Personal T: 0212 232 1290. A6. Bağdat Cad. 443/A, Suadiye. Offers a brand universe through many collections Loro Piana shopping at affordable prices. There is a men’s T: 0216 416 4368. Off map. Bağdat Cad. 244, of glasses, lingerie, jewellery, watches, linens and Known throughout the world for its high-end section as well. Mon-Sat 10am-9pm, Sun 12pm- Göztepe. T: 0216 369 8037. Off map. home entertainment. Daily 10am-10pm. cashmere and wool garments, Loro Piana is an 7pm. www.topshop.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 2, İstinyePark Shopping Centre 398, Sarıyer. www.cacharel-tr.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark indispensible brand for both men and women Nişantaşı. T: 0212 291 1520. A6. T: 0212 245 6739. Shopping Centre Map (p.34).

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Dior Zorlu Center, Koru Sok. 2, 180, Beşiktaş. 7pm. www.robertocavalli.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Erdem Kıramer Highly distinguished world brand with John T: 0212 999 9810. Off map. 13/A, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 291 0754. A6. Turkish Designer An established brand in Turkey, Erdem Kıramer Galliano’s haute couture, men’s-women’s works with Paris-based Dessange Paris, bringing Juicy Couture Saint Laurent prêt-à-porter, home decoration, skin product and Stores the world’s innovations to Turkey. Its hair designs jewellery designs, Dior’s perfumes are also the Juicy Couture embraces the bright and glamorous Known For His Designs Aimed At Daring, Feminine successfully reflect the latest in hair fashion in Women, The French Designer’s Shops Offer A choice of top. Daily 10am-10pm. fun of its Los Angeles heritage by discovering the newspaper, magazine and TV shootings, fashion Range Of Bold Pieces. www.ysl.com. Zorlu Center, www.dior.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. couture. Fashion apparel for women, girls and shows and similar events. Daily 9am-7pm. Zincirlikuyu Cad. Beşiktaş. T: 0212 306 3390. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 24/2, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 234 5242. İstinyePark Shopping Centre 478, Sarıyer. babies, handbags, shoes, intimates, swimwear, www.erdemkiramer.com.tr. Maya Residence, Bebek CLOSH—This boutique specializes in ready-to-wear fragrance, accesories, jewelry, sunglasses and small Off map. Mah. Otlukbeli Cad. Yol Sok. 16, C Blok, Etiler. T: 0212 345 5930. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). and wedding gowns for customers. goods. Daily 10am-8pm. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Polat T: 0212 352 1195. Salvatore Ferragamo www.closhboutique.com. Atiye Sok. 2, Teşvikiye. Off map. DKNY Palas Brandroom 63, Nişantaşı. Creativity and passion have been passed down T: 0212 258 5756. ÇİĞDEM AKIN—Original and Broad selection of sweaters, jeans, pants, dresses, T: 0212 241 6049. A6. through generations in the Ferragamo family, and distinct designs prepared for special days carrying skirts, and jackets for women and men. Mon-Sat with close attention to quality and detail, Salvatore all the features made for individuals who follow the Concept Stores 10:30am-5:30pm. www.dkny.com. Teşvikiye Cad. Lanvin One of the largest French brands and popular with Ferragamo has become known as the shoemaker trend. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Erkan Apt. 28/4, Nişantaşı. Atölye Mariposa Bostan Sok. Murat Apt. 7, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 248 1177. DENİZ KAPROL—One of Turkey’s Hollywood stars for its clothing, shoes and bags, for the stars. In addition to purses and shoes, the This shop offering designs by Didem Arayıcı and T: 0212 259 0804. A6. foremost brands in jewellery and accessory design, Banu Öneş features a clothing collection inspired Lanvin offers designs of elegance and luxury. Abdi brand’s other lines of clothing have also had great Kaprol embellishes her elegant designs with meticu- Escada success. Daily 10am-8pm. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Polat by the bohemian, romantic and chic women of İpekçi Cad. 23, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 231 3979. A6. lously chosen precious stones, and creates personal Palas, 63, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 241 6049. A6. yesteryear, plus elegant, original home décor Prestigious international fashion house offering designs for her customers. The necklaces, bracelets, Louis Vuitton items. www.atolyemariposa.com. Teşvikiye Branch, luxury apparel, accessories and fragrance earrings, rings and brooches in her exclusive collec- Ready-to-wear dresses as well as bags and Stella McCartney Teşvikiye Cad. Göksu Apt. 21/1, Nişantaşı. collections for daytime, weekends and evenings. tions are sure to impress. www.dkaprol.com. accessories from the famous monogrammed The daughter of former Beatles member Paul T: 0212 327 8177. A6. Cihangir Branch, Şimşirci Sok. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. www.escada.com. Abdi İpekçi McCartney, the British designer is known for Bağdat Cad. Noter Sok. Lütfiye Apt. 21/3, leather by Marc Jacobs. Mon-Sat 10am-8pm. 11/A, Cihangir. T: 0212 249 0483. C6. Cad. 25, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 247 8483. A6. her creations for famous personalities including Şaşkınbakkal. T: 0216 386 8600. DİLEK HANİF—The www.louisvuitton.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 23, Madonna, Jude Law and Gwynneth Paltrow. first Turkish designer to present her own couture col- Fey İpekyol Nişantaşı. T: 0212 246 6975. A6. lection at Paris Haute Couture fashion week. Daily 10am-10pm. www.stellamccartney.com. An original, unusual shop where you can find Unique and modern designs suitable both for www.dilekhanif.com. Maçka Cad. Ralli Apt. 37/2, Zorlu Center, Zincirlikuyu Cad. Beşiktaş. designs by owner Fatoş Yalın, vintage pieces, professional and everyday life, with an emphasis Max&Co. Teşvikiye. T: 0212 219 3723-24. ELİF CIGIZOĞLU— clothing by Turkish designers, plus accessories on distinct styles for women. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm, Collection representing a modern, feminine, T: 0212 306 3396. Off map. Introduces volume even to the most classic garments including leather purses, iPhone/iPad cases, seductive and distinctive style. Daily 10am-10pm. with the added origamic details. www.elifcigizoglu. Sun 12pm-6pm. www.ipekyol.com.tr. Bağdat Cad. Uterqüe www.maxandco.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark com. Teşvikiye Cad. Alhamra Apt. 28/3, Nişantaşı. T-shirts, silk shirts, jewellery by foreign designers, Meltem Apt. 439, Suadiye. T: 0216 410 3032. Spanish brand using bold lines, fine details and Shopping Centre 492, İstinye. T: 0212 345 5731. T: 0212 296 0012. GAMZE SARAÇOĞLU—A member coffee cups and more. Mon-Sat 11am-7.30pm. Off map. quality materials to produce its collections, which of the Fashion Designers Association, Saraçoğlu has Mim Kemal Öke Cad. 9, Nişantaşı. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). include shoes, handbags, jewellery, leather and Fendi worked for brands like Zara, Marks & Spencer and T: 0212 219 8724. A6. many accessories. Daily 10am-10pm. Italian brand has launched a new boutique which Max Mara Apple. Inspired by life and humanity, her designs are Inui Max Mara covers all the bases for lovers of classic www.uterque.com. Nispetiye Cad. Akmerkez all expressions of her joy and positive outlook. will house handbags, shoes, small leather goods, Nişantaşı source for avant-garde designers styles, providing a casual look for women of all Shopping Centre, 344/345, Etiler. www.gamzesaracoglu.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. watches, jewellery. Daily 10am-10pm. including Hüseyin Çağlayan, Anne Valerie Hash ages. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. www.maxmara.com. T: 0212 282 2303. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Isparta Palas 19/3, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 296 6973. İPEK KRAMER—İpek Kramer is an important brand in and Noir. Mon-Sat 10:30am-7pm. Teşvikiye Cad. 7, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 259 6550. A6. V2k Designers haute couture nightwear in Turkey. www.ipekkiramer. www.inuibutik.com. Maçka Cad. Zekipaşa Apt. Miu Miu Prestigious Turkish couture offering elegance and com. Nispetiye Cad. Akmerkez Shopping Centre 363, 12/A Teşvikiye. T: 0212 296 6010. A6. Designed as an independent brand by Prada, Miu a modern style. Carries many famous hip brands Etiler. T: 0212 282 0143. GÖNÜL PAKSOY—Creativity Pow Miu’s trendy footwear and dresses appeal to the under its collection. Mon-Sat 10:30am-7:30pm. that bears the marks of Turkish culture and history. This concept comic book and figurine shop offers child in you. Daily 10am-10pm. ww.miumiu.com. www.v2kdesigners.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 29, From clothes to accessories, shawls, pillows and Nişantaşı. T: 0212 219 9498. a range of products based on favourite world İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre 58, A6. slippers, all of her designs are unique, special and reflective of her inner world. Teşvikiye, Atiye Sok. 1, comic books, including Marvel, DC Direct and Sarıyer. T: 0212 329 8158. Valentino Teşvikiye. T: 0212 236 0209. ÖZGÜR MASUR—Always Kotobukiya. There’s also a colourful bakery offering Shopping Centre Map (p.34). The Italian fashion designer’s elegant shops offer striving for innovation and uniqueness in his collec- böreks, tarts and theme cakes. haute couture designs dominated by red and tions, Özgür Masur is especially noted for his low Midnight Express www.pow.com.tr. Caddebostan Mah. black, collectors’ pieces, women’s accessories and Clothing by designers inspired by İstanbul, necklines, miniskirts and shorts, and finely-crafted, Haldun Taner Sokak Güneysu Apt.12/1, Kadıköy. glasses. Daily 10am-10pm. www.valentino.com. bold, brilliant and sexy designs. www.ozgurmasur. including Bora Aksu, Ümit Ünal and Hakan Yıldırım; Gamze Saraçoğlu T: 0216 386 0016. Off map. Zorlu Center, Zincirlikuyu Cad. Beşiktaş. com. Ihlamur Yolu Cad., Can Apt. 11/5, Nişantaşı. as well as leather handbags and accessories by T: 0212 306 3392. Off map. T: 0212 233 0678. ÖZLEM SÜER—With avant garde, Johnny Farah. Also jewellery by Apriati, each piece A46—Stylish brand and destinations for women neo-romantic designs, Özlem Süer offers alternatives cosmetıcs of which is an artwork with its novel, flowing forms. Verda Textile who want to remain elegant both day and night. for day or night. Party dresses, bridal gowns, concert Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. www.midnightexpress.com.tr. With headquarters in İstanbul’s Osmanbey district www.a46.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Kaşıkçıoğlu Apt. designs and boutique designs in over 60 shops L’occitane Küçük Bebek Cad. 7/A, Bebek. and branches throughout the world, Verda supplies 42, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 233 9031. ARZU KAPROL— abroad. Mon-Sat 9am-7pm. Creams, soaps, candles and natural skin care T: 0212 265 4547. Off map. women’s clothing in large sizes (42-58), making Arzu Kaprol couture reflects femininity, comfort and www.ozlemsuer.com. Özlem Süer House: Büyükçiftlik products. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. unique, bold fashion available to everyone. Its private use. www.arzukaprol.net. Teşvikiye Cad. Atiye Sok. 20, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 240 5738. Özlem Süer www.loccitane.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 43/B, Perspective collection includes gowns, day and eveningwear, Sok. 9, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 225 0129. ATIL KUTOĞLU— Suadiye: Bağdat Cad. Plaj Yolu Sok. 12, Suadiye. Nişantaşı. T: 0533 489 5468. A6. Modern collections featuring elegant but and is easily reachable by metro. Mon-Fri 8:30am- With an emphasis on materials like silk, cotton, T: 0216 445 9043. DERVİŞ-RAŞİT BAĞZIBAĞLI—Raşit M.A.C. comfortable women’s work, casual and 7:30pm, Sat 9am-2pm. www.verdatextile.com. wool, cashmere and leather in his collections, Atıl Bağzıbağlı-In addition to his achievements as a haute Kutuoğlu has a long list of international customers Wide variety of makeup products and cosmetics eveningwear designs, with over 100 stores in 41 Şair Nigar Sok. 44/46, Osmanbey. couture designer, Raşit Bağzıbağlı is also on his way countries. Mon-Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 1pm-8pm. including Jessica Alba, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Naomi to transforming his ready-wear brand B. Rushh into a with assistance from experts. Skin and nail T: 0212 219 4000. Off map. www.perspective.com.tr. Rumeli Cad. 2/1, A, Campbell and Elizabeth Jagger. Known for his sleek global brand. www.rasitbagzibagli.com. Levent Cad. protection products also available. eveningwear. www.atilkutoglu.com. Teşvikiye, 34, 1.Levent. T: 0212 283 8772. SİMAY BÜLBÜL—The Daily 10am-10pm. Nispetiye Cad. Akmerkez Nişantaşı. T: 0212 231 3355. A6. Coiffeurs Bostan Sok. 9/2, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 260 6067. brand’s personality is infused with an urban feel of Shopping Centre 121, Etiler. T: 0212 282 2615. Prada BAHAR KORÇAN—World-renowned designer Bahar the streets, reflected by those that wear them. Her Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Considering fashion, luxury and style a project Bahçecik Koçan uses handwoven silk, Japanese wool textiles, earthy designs feature unusual cuts, tooled leather that goes beyond the mere production of clothes, Leading establishment providing the latest trends. organic cotton and bamboo fiber plaits. and ragged details. www.sim-ay.com. Bereketzade www.baharkorcan.org. Şahkulu Mah. Serdar-ı Ekrem bags, and shoes, this famous Italian brand leads Its quality and well-trained, specialized staff Mah. Kuledibi, Kuleçıkmazı 17, Galata. Sok. Seraskerci Çıkmazı, Ferah Apt. 5, Galata, Department Stores the world in fashion and style. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. ensure customer satisfaction. Member of Haute T: 0212 292 7899. SONGÜL CABACI—Appealing to Beyoğlu. T: 0212 293 6855. CENGİZ ABAZOĞLU— the woman in search of an elegant, avant-garde look, www.prada.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 34, Nişantaşı. Coiffure Française and İstanbul Artistic Coiffeurs Beymen Association. Mon-Sat 9am-7:30pm. Starting as a designer of leather and ready-to-wear Cabacı creates designs that epitomise the blending Beymen Men is renowned for its eye for fine detail, T: 0212 368 8450. A6. brands, this designer then opened his own workshop BURBerry BODY www.bahcecik.com.tr. Ulus, Ahmet Adnan Saygun of plastic arts and fashion. www.songulcabaci.com. special fabrics and quality. Beymen Women offers where he features his haute couture collections. His İstinyePark Shopping Centre, L326-327, Roberto Cavalli Cad. Dostlar Sitesi, 5/1A, Ulus. T: 0212 257 6822. Hacı Mimi Mah.Serdar-ı Ekrem Sok. Hoca Ali Yokuşu, timeless garments with romantic, nostalgic and first boutique in Nişantaşı. www.cengizabazoglu.net. 25/1, Galata. T: 0212 245 9136. İstinye. T: 0212 345 6035 (p. 33). Top quality Italian clothes for men and women, that Off map. The Ritz Carlton Hotel Süzer Plaza Çarşısı. feminine details that will never go out of fashion. are comfortable as well as stylish. Mon-Sat 10am- T: 0212 244 5954. B7. Leading international brands also available.

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www.beymen.com.tr. Nişantaşı, Mon-Sat 10am- 49-51, Grand Bazaar, Beyazıt, Fatih. Davidoff make Luxuria a regular destination 8pm.Abdi İpekçi Cad. 23/1, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 5276990. E4. for people of refined taste in table and home A6. Zorlu Center, Daily 10am-10pm. Zorlu Center, furnishings. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. Fırça Ceramics Beşiktaş. T: 0212 306 3300. www.luxuria.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Cad. This is Turkey’s first handicraft centre to produce Off map. Arman Palas 7, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 296 6600. A6. hand-made ceramics with lead-free glaze and Boyner a high percentages of quartz, equal to original Mi Tienda Its men’s, women’s, children’s wear, active İznik quality. You can also enjoy a fascinating Nergis Surucu has been dealing in antiques and sportswear, footwear & accessories, cosmetics and demonstration of traditional pottery making jewellery since 1991, and her years of experience housewares departments offer a vast selection of with a kick wheel. Sultanahmet, Daily 9am-7pm. are clearly reflected in her specially designed local and international brands. Daily 10am-10pm. Cankurtaran, Alemdar Cad. 2/A, Sultanahmet. handmade jewellery collection. She also creates İstinyePark Shopping Centre, İstinye Bayırı Cad. T: 0212 511 9300. Kariye, Daily (closed Wed) modern textile designs employing Ottoman Sarıyer. T: 0212 345 5070. Shopping Centre Map 9am-6pm. Camii Sok.4, Edirnekapı. techniques and natural materials. Mon-Sun9am- (p.34). Bağdat Cad. 360, Suadiye. T: 0216 385 1409. T: 0212 534 4916. C1/2. 9pm. www.mitienda.com.tr. Boutique floor of The Ritz-Carlton. Gümüşsuyu Asker Ocağı Cad. 15, Off map. Gali Collection Elmadağ, Taksim. T: 0212 293 8262. A6. Harvey NicholS This home and marine collection features Kanyon Shopping Centre is the home of this nature-inspired forms alongside contemporary Moser ultimate luxury designer destination. Spread over hand-crafted silver jewellery. View the fine silver Find some of Europe’s best crystal, porcelain 3 floors, it offers over 300 of world’s top designer collection, and Gali-designed slippers to ward off and silver here, boasting some of the world’s top labels in ladies’, men’s and children’s wear, the evil eye. Mon-Fri 10am-6:30pm. celebrity names as its fans. The collections include cosmetics, fashion, and home accessories, also www.thegalicollection.com. Kültür Mah. Kosta Boda, Meissen, Orrefors, Georg Jensen, including premium brands. Daily 10am-10pm. Küçük Çamlık Sitesi, Esra Sok. E Blok 2H D2, Etiler. Haviland, Daum and Lalique. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. www.harveynichols.com. Büyükdere Cad. 185, T: 0212 234 0138. A6. www.moserturkey.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad.38/3, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 291 1745-46. A6. Kanyon Shopping Centre, Levent. Gaia & Gino T: 0212 319 1155. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). This İstanbul-based brand creates contemporary Paşabahçe Boutique design products by famous designers including The right address for delightful premium Marks & Spencer Major British retailer withover 885 stores in more Karim Rashid, Arik Levy, Andree Putman, Jaime glassware, with special collections such as Hayon, Harry Allen, Christian Ghion, Constantin Ottoman, Enamel Glass, Calligraphy on Glass, than 40 territories around the world. Mon-Sat Boym, Yves Behar and Defne Koz, who bring Mosaic, Ashura, Boutique Glass and others, 10am-6pm, Sun 12pm-8pm. creative interpretations to traditional forms and as well as crystal, porcelain/ceramics, and www.marksandspencer.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 2, patterns. Mon-Sat 9am-7pm. Postacı Halil Sok. accessories. Daily 10am-10pm. Nişantaşı. T: 0212 219 6657-58. A6. Polat Apt. 7 D:4, Tarabya. T: 0212 223 4744. www.pasabahcemagazalari.com. Büyükdere Cad. Vakko Off map. 185, Kanyon Shopping Centre G 141, Levent. This leading Turkish brand presents its own T: 0212 353 0730. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Godiva interpretation of today’s fashions in men’s and For a wonderful romantic moment or a surprise Sır women’s wear while remaining true to its superior treat, this world-famous Belgian chocolatier is the Producing both traditional and contemporary fabric and manifacturing quality. Daily 10am-10pm. sweetest choice. Creating the finest chocolates ceramic designs, Sır approaches space from an www.vakko.com.tr. Büyükdere Cad. 185, Kanyon since 1926, Godiva’s tradition and legendary artistic stand point to provid unique choices suited Shopping Centre 138, Levent. T: 0212 353 1080. flavour await you. Mon-Sat 10am-9pm, Sun 12am- to varying tastes. Mon-Sat 9:30am-7:30pm. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). 6pm. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Ünsal Apt. 6-8, B, Nişantaşı. www.sircini.com Serdar-Ekrem Cad. 38/1, Galata. T: 0212 246 4186. A6. T: 0212 2933661. D5.

Gift & Collectables Hiref Tash Corner Anatoli Reflecting Anatolian art and culture in the world of A warm, welcoming shop offering handmade The Anatoli brand brings centuries-old cultural contemporary Turkish design, Hiref has now added designs, from silver and semiprecious stones, motifs and symbols Anatolian to life. Its modern its new Bakır, Beykoz and Abdan collections to its plus imported earrings, necklaces and bracelets designs bring together designers and skilled offerings. Daily 10am-10pm. in many colours and styles. Mon-Sat 8:30am-7pm. artisans to create a unique line of decorative www.hiref.com.tr. Büyükdere Cad. 185, Kapalıçarşı, Koltuk Kazancılar Sok. 27, Eminönü. objects and giftware, with the Kubbe-i Âliye Kanyon Shopping Centre 50-51, Levent. T: 0212 528 69 72. E4. coffee set and their Seljuk carafe among their T: 0212 353 5450. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). top selling designs. www.anatoli.com.tr. Lokum İstanbul Hammams Adressİstanbul, Daily 10am-7pm.Halide Edip Adıvar Creating unique and original designs on İstanbul’s Mah. Çiftecevizler Deresi Sok. 2, 4/F, Şişli. European side since 2005, Lokum İstanbul features Ayasofya Hürrem Sultan Hamamı T: 0212 222 3040. Off map.İstinyePark Shopping Turkish delight, cologne, candles, confections, (Bath of Roxelana) Centre, Daily 10am-10pm, İstinye Bayırı Cad. 73, cards and very special fabrics. Daily 8am-8pm. Commissioned in 1556 to Mimar Sinan by Sultan Sarıyer. T: 0212 345 6858. www.lokumistanbul.com. Kuruçeşme Cad. 15, Suleyman I, this hamam was named after his wife Hürrem Sultan, popularly known as Roxelana. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Kuruçeşme, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 287 1528. Off map. The Haseki Hürrem Sultan Hamam has recently Assouline Lotus İznik Ceramic been restored and reopened as one of the most With branches in Paris, New York, Las Vegas, Los Lotus Iznik Ceramics offers the best quality, important treasures in the Ottoman-Turkish bath Angeles and now İstanbul, Assouline stores offer handmade and handpainted, world famous Turkish tradition. It was the first bath in which the men’s a selection of limited-edition book bags, book Ceramics and Tiles. They carefully select the finest and women’s sections were built to the same plan. stands, stationery, bookends and fine antiques. examples of traditional and modern İznik and Daily 7am-12am. Cankurtaran Mah. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 12am-6pm. Cevdet Paşa Kütahya ceramic designs. Each art piece is custom Bab-ı Hümayun Cad. 1, Sultanahmet. Cad. 25/A, Bebek. T: 0212 287 5534. Off map. ordered to outstanding local artists, who sign every T: 0212 517 3535. F4. one of their achievements. Mon-Sat 9am-6pm. Cashmere House Nakilbent Sok. 13, Sultanahmet. Historic Galatasaray Hamam Cashmere House is the place to look for exquisite This hamam is part of the Galatasaray Mosque T: 0212 516 5222. F4. latest styles of cashmere shawls from Nepal and complex, built in 1481 at the orders of Sultan Kashmir, as well as real silk shawls produced in the Luxuria Beyazıt II. The Turkish bath is fully equipped, and Turkish cities of Bursa and Denizli in a wide variety Porcelain, silverware, crystal and other products staffed by attendents and special masseurs, with of colours and styles. Mon-Sat 9am-6pm. from major brands inc Oscar de la Renta, Alberto the option of a ‘shock’ bath after your session. www.cashmerehouse.com.tr. Keseciler Cad. Pinto, Cacharel Home, Valentino, Daum, and www.galatasarayhamami.com.

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Bayan Hamamı (women), T: 0212 249 4342. Büyükdere Cad. 185, Kanyon Shopping Centre B2, Daily 8am-9pm. Bay Hamamı (men), Levent. T: 0212 353 0757. Jewellery T: 0212 252 4242. Daily 7am-10pm. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Agora Mücevherat Turnacıbaşı Sok. 24, Galatasaray. C5. Dantell A testament to the skill and taste of their A wonderful new place for fine bed linens, craftsmen, Agora’s one-of-a-kind jewellery, of pure Homewares tablecloths, towels, pillows, napkins and bathrobes, 24-carat gold embellished with precious stones, including the Dreamy Whites, Everyday Glamour, will take you on a trip straight into the Arabian Abdulla Spring Garden, Ecclechic and signed Tuvana Nights. www.agorarug.com. Nuruosmaniye Cad. Comprised of two stores offering natural products Büyükçınar’s Tuvanam For Dantell collections. Türbedar Sok. 9, Cağaloğlu. T: 0212 528 7441. E4. in the Grand Bazaar. Boasting mystical interiors Special exclusive design accessories also available. influenced by the overall atmosphere of the Bazaar, Assos Diamond Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. www.dantell.com. the stores offer a vast range of authentic products This store is filled with elegant and out-of-the- Sinanpaşa Mah. Şair Nedim Cad. 10, Akaretler. from fabrics to oil soaps, leather work to bedding. ordinary designs, with distinct wedding, gold, T: 0212 224 0867. A7 / B7. Mon-Sat 9:30pm-7pm. Alibaba Türbe Sok. 25, silver, precious stone and diamond collections Nuruosmaniye. T: 0212 526 3070. F4. Frette which offer something to suit every taste. An international name in home textile and design, Mon-Sat 8.30am-6pm. Alhammam preferred by some of the world’s most elegant www.assosdiamond.com. A world of accoutrements of historical and hotels since 1860, Frette is also the choice of Molla Feneri Mah. Nuruosmaniye Cad. 60, modern hammam culture including soaps, several famous politicians and Hollywood stars. Eminönü. T: 0212 528 3500. E4. copper products, scrubs and luffas, peshtemals, Mon-Sat 9:30am-7:30pm. www.fretteistanbul.com towels and hammam bowls. An excellent place Boybeyi Abdi İpekçi Cad. 38, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 343 0023. to find the perfect gift or to treat yourself. A6. Founded in 1881, Boybeyi Jewellery has five shops Mon-Sat 8am-7:30pm. www.alhammam.com.cn. Haremlique in the Grand Bazaar. Boybeyi carries a wonderful Çarşıkapı, Nuruosmaniye Cad. 10, Sofçuhan Girişi, Company offering own production of luxury collection of quality, high-end jewellery. Mon- Nuruosmaniye. T: 0212 512 2002. E4. linens and towels as well as fine silks, cashmeres, Sat 9am-7pm. www.boybeyi.com. Grand Bazaar, upholstery and home accessories for the finest Kalpakçılar Cad. 151/163, Aynacılar Sok. 33/35, Armaggan homes, yachts and boutique hotels. Mon-Sat 10am- Acıçeşme Sok. 22, Beyazıt. T: 0212 522 4446. E4. Venue offering its exclusive products that 7pm. www.haremlique.com. Şair Nedim Cad. 11, reinterpret the inspiration of Anatolia through Bvlgari Akaretler, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 236 3843. modern designs created in its own workshops. The B7. Leading name in Italian-style jewellery and limited editions include jewellery and home textiles Heritia precious fashion pieces since 1884. Mon-Sat 10am- collections as well as custom clothing produced Offering a wealth of fine handicrafts, Heritia 7pm. Bayıldım Cad. 2, Swissôtel the Bosphorus, using natural dyes—all exhibited in its seven-storey is filled with treasures like tables and jewel Maçka. T: 0212 259 0227. B7. building. Mon-Sat 10am-8pm. boxes inlaid with mother-of-pearl, ornate worry Cartier Boutique www.armaggan.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Bostan Sok. beads, tablecloths and wall-hangings hand- Watches, wedding and engagement rings, 8, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 291 6292. A6. embroidered in silver and gold thread. Look out diamond jewellery and other luxury items are This exclusive store's new Nuruosmaniye outlet also for traditional Turkish lokum, hard candies available from this leading French brand. Mon-Sat presents a wide variety of specially designed and flavoured almond pastes. www.heritia.com.tr. 10:30am-7pm. www.cartierboutique.com. Abdi objects, such as jewellery, naturally-dyed textiles, Meşrutiyet Cad. Baran Apt. 79, D:1-2, İpekçi Cad. 20, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 296 1317. A6. carpets, leather goods, textiles and fine dining, all Asmalımescit, Beyoğlu T: 0212 243 5800. C4. under one roof. Not only that, but it is also home Chopard to Nar Gourmet, Nar Restaurant, Nar Café, the İznik Works World-renowned brand in jewellery and watches, Culinary Arts Center (YESAM), the Armaggan Art A homely store in the heart of the Grand Bazaar, Chopard has established itself as a landmark with Gallery and Bora Travel. Mon-Sat 10am-8pm. İznik Works offers the centuries-old glory of Turkish its custom design products. Mon-Fri 10am-6pm, www.armaggan.com. Nuruosmaniye Cad. 65, tile and pottery making. The finest examples of Sat 10:30am-4:30pm. Mim Kemal Öke Cad. 13/A, İznik tiles in blue, green and white embellish the Beyazıt. T: 0212 522 4433. E4. Nişantaşı. T: 0212 225 1775. A6. store. Mon-Sat 9am-7pm. www.iznikworks.com. Autoban Grand Bazaar, Takkeciler Sok. 82-84, Eminönü. Damas Created in 2003 by Seyhan Özdemir T: 0212 522 4242. F5. Since its founding, this brand has followed the and Sefer Çağlar, and taking its name from trends and innovations in the world of jewellery and İstanbul's diversity, contrasts and chaos, Autoban Mudo Concept timepieces, and successfully represented world- brings together a variety of disciplines in one Offers a broad product range in decoration, renowned brands. Mon-Sat 10am-6:30pm. place. This very special gallery in the Akaretler furniture, personal accessories, home textiles and www.damasjewellery.com.tr. Atiye Sok. 34, Rowhouses displays their latest creations that lighting for living spaces, kitchens and bathrooms. Nişantaşı. T: 0212 240 5967. A6. are becoming an indispensable part of everyday Daily 10am-10pm. www.mudoconcept.com.tr. life. Sinanpaşa Mah. Süleyman Seba Cad. 16-20, Teşvikiye, Akkavak-Şakayık Sok. 47/2, Gasia Akaretler, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 369 2463. A7. Tunaman Çarşısı. T: 0212 444 6836. A6. Gasia is a manufacturer and wholesaler of design jewellery, specializing in 24 karat hand hammered Beymen Home Rivièra Maison products. Mon-Sat 9am-7pm. Leading world brands in everything from Every concept and product from this Dutch www.gasiajewelry.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 21/1, decoration to home textiles, lighting to table design brand speaks of style and subtlety. Riviera Nişantaşı. T: 0212 219 2715. A6. design as well as one-of-a-kind products by Maison offers over 3,000 furnishings and accessory world-renowned designers. Objects created of fine collections for the home, changing seasonally. Gilan materials such as crystal, brass and bronze. Daily Mon-Sat 10:30am-7:30pm. The number one name in haute couture jewellery 10am-10pm. www.beymen.com.tr. Nispetiye Cad. www.rivieramaison.com.tr. Süleyman Seba Cad. 12, in Istanbul, Gilan brings the luxury of the Ottoman, Akmerkez Shopping Centre, Etiler. Akaretler. T: 0212 708 1220. Off map. Roman and Byzantine eras back to life. T: 0212 316 6900. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Daily 10am-10pm. www.gilan.com. Four Seasons Yazzma Hotel İstanbul at the Bosphorus, Çırağan Cad. 28, Chakra This shop selling shawls, scarves, kaftans, slippers Beşiktaş. T: 0212 258 2163. Off map. İstinyePark and pillows in a riot of colours has something to Towels and bathrobes from bamboo fibre that Shopping Centre, İstinye Bayırı Cad. 459, Sarıyer. softens when washed, in a variety of colours and suite any taste. The authentic products fit not only T: 0212 345 5008. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). patterns. Cosmetics specially produced for Chakra classic decor, but modern homes as well. in Paris under the brand Chakra SPA Collection Mon-Sat 8:30am-7pm. www.yazzma.com. Homa Jewellery also available. Drop by for an alternative look at Kapalıçarşı, Takkeciler Sok. 58-60, Eminönü. Incorporating precious stones with medieval houseware. Daily 10am-10pm. www.chakra.com.tr. T: 0212 512 7981. E4. legends and mythical creatures, Homa creates

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designs that suggest their own stories. Inspired by 73 stores in Turkey and 2 abroad. In addition to Jo Malone designer is excellent for social functions with its www.editionhotels.com. Büyükdere Cad. 136, the steam age, its astounding decor that reflects leather products, it also produces silk, chiffon, Try and choose the best perfumes from a broad dressy style that emphasizes femininity. Mon-Sat Levent. T: 0212 317 7700. Off map. the retro-futuristic elements of the steampunk cashmere and knitwear skirts, jackets, trousers, range of products from Jo Malone, which adheres 10am-7pm. www.giuseppe-zanotti-design.com. Saka Beauty/Spa & Anti-Aging trend. www.homajewellery.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad, coats and accessories. Daily 10am-10pm. to the philosophy that perfume should match Abdi İpekçi Cad. 24/26, Nişantaşı. This beauty centre is staffed by experienced Lalezar Apt. 45, D:11, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 514 9945. A6. www.desa.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 1, Nişantaşı. the person’s skin and character. Mon-Sat 10am- T: 0212 232 0745. A6. beauticians, offers a wide range of treatments and T: 0212 232 1290. A6. Bağdat Cad. 443/A, Suadiye. 8pm. www.jomalone.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 39/1, Karun Jewellery Tory Burch services. These include epilation, spot reducing, T: 0216 416 4368. Off map. Bağdat Cad. 244, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 231 4416. A6. Unique, expertly-crafted custom designs with This U.S. designer, who made a name for himself anti-ageing treatments, permanent makeup, Göztepe. T: 0216 369 8037. origins in the Grand Bazaar and extending to the Off map. La Déesse with his flats named after his mother Reva, offers a manicure-pedicure, seaweed treatments, massage, İstinyePark Shopping Centre 398, Sarıyer. United States. The store offers jewellery produced Turkey’s first ever perfume design boutique, La luxurious collection of leather and patent leather and healthy dietary consulting. T: 0212 245 6739. in its own workshop. Mon-Sat 9:30am-10pm. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Déesse is perfect for anyone who wants to create bags, accessories, shoes, flats and boots in its www.sakabeautycenter.com. Konaklar Mah. www.karunjewellery.com. Teşvikiye Cad. Derimod his or her own special fragrance. You can also find single location. Daily 10am-10pm. Akasyalı Sok. 38, 4.Levent. Sayın Apt. 25, Teşvikiye. T: 0212 227 7476. A6. With 31 years in the business, this leading leather the world’s most exclusive brands, including Keiko www.toryburch.com. Zorlu Center, T: 0212 264 5400. Off map. products brand has several branches abroad in Mecheri, which was inspired by Turkish delight, and Zincirlikuyu Cad. Beşiktaş. Off map. Ogia Spa & Hammam addition to its 48 branches in Turkey, striving to Miller Harris by Lyn Harris, known for the fragrances This top jewellery store transforms diamonds, Four Seasons Hotel Bosphorus offers a stress- create fashion and make leather a part of fashion. she has created for royalty. www.ladeesse.com.tr. rubies, emeralds, sapphires, gold and silver free, peaceful environment in the heart of the Daily 10am-10pm. www.derimod.com.tr. Teşvikiye Cad. 31/2, Nişantaşı. Spas into designs that echo Ottoman culture. Ogia’s city at Spa & Hammam, combining Far Eastern T: 0212 230 0001. A6. collection encompasses out-of-the-ordinary İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre Caudalie Vinotherapie Spa philosophy with Western technology to serve in designs from chunky rings to delicate brooches. R317, Sarıyer.T: 0212 345 5753. Sephora One of the most luxurious spas in town offering a modern-day tradition concept. Daily 6:30am- Daily 9am-6:30pm. ogiajewellery.com. Molla Fenari Shopping Centre Map (p.34). More than 10,000 brand-name products in a Caudalie signature treatments along with 10 p m . w w w.f o u r s e a s o n s . c o m / b o s p h o r u s . variety of categories from makeup to skin-care traditional hammam and Asian rituals. Mah. Nuruosmaniye Cad. Atasaray İş Hanı, 23 D:8, Derishow Four Seasons Bosphorus, Çırağan Cad. 28, plus exclusive secret formula products unique to Daily 8am-10pm. www.lesottomans.com. Cağaloğlu. T: 0212 528 9289. E4. Establishment providing fine leather products and Beşiktaş. T: 0212 381 4160. B8. Sephora. Daily 10am-10pm. www.sephora.com. Hotel Les Ottomans Spa, Muallim Naci Cad. 68, different designs for its customers since 1987. Sevan Bıçakçı İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre, Kuruçeşme. T: 0212 359 1533. Off map. Daily 10am-10pm. www.derishow.com.tr. İstinye Award-winning designer offering much sought- L326-327, İstinye. T: 0212 345 6035. Turkish Delicacies Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre 507, Espa Spa after pieces, particularly the unique and highly Shopping Centre Map (p.34). valuable ring designs. Flawless handmade Sarıyer. T: 0212 345 5908. Shopping Centre Map (p34). An extraordinary oasis in a bustling city, this luxury Ali Muhiddin Haci Bekir diamond jewellery and special collections echoing spa offers guests at The İstanbul Edition An international brand with an extensive exports Koç Deri Turkish handiwork have captured the attention of hotel an unparalleled experience incorporating network spanning the world from Japan to New Established in 1968, Koç Deri manufactures for Porcelain collectors worldwide. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. beauty, health and wellness in a setting of exquisite Zealand, the Middle East, Latvia, the United global brands including Armani and Dolce & Monev Porcelain www.sevanbicakci.com. Vişnezade Mah. luxury. An atmosphere of opulence pervades, Kingdom and the United States, it offers Turkish Gabbana. One of the most widely known stores Chain offering several exclusive brands inc Şair Nedim Cad. 3, Akaretler, Beşiktaş. decorated in rich metallic woods and embossed delight or lokum,hard candies, nut pastes, halvahs in the Grand Bazaar, it is also a favourite of many Rosenthal, Wedgewood, Villeroy & Boch, Lenox, bronze floors, softened by upholstered walls and and dragees. Daily 8am-8pm. İstiklal Cad. 183/A, T: 0212 236 9199. B7. celebrities. Mon-Sat 8:30am-7:30pm. Haviland, Robbe Berking, WMF, Kahla and JG comfortable seating. Daily 10am-10pm. Beyoğlu. T: 0212 244 2804. C5. Tektaş Watches & Jewellery www.kocderi.com. Grand Bazaar, Kürkçüler Çarşısı Durand. Broad range includes decorative objects, Offering luxury watch and jewellery designs 22/46, Eminönü. T: 0212 527 5553. E4. stylish porcelain, crystal and silver sets, kitchen by Patek Philippe, Audemars-Piguet, Breguet, utensils, vases and chandeliers. Mon-Sat 10am- Kuzu Deri Chopard, de Grisogono, Breitling, Gucci, Caran 8pm. www.monev.com.tr. Teşvikiye Cad. 26/A, Keeping up with fashion with the finest leather and d’Ache and Swiss Kubik. Daily 10am-10pm. Tropical Nişantaşı. T: 0212 296 0453. A6. fur goods since 1960, Kuzu Deri also has branches www.tektassaatcilik.com.tr. Kanyon Shopping in France, Sweden, Norway and Russia. Check out Porland Porcelain Centre, Büyükdere Cad. 1/9, 4. Levent. Adventure Head to Beymen stores where the their special new designs in their Zeytinburnu and Established in 1992, this brand produces excellent, T: 0212 353 0555. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Dsquared2 2014 Spring-Summer Nuruosmaniye stores. www.kuzu.com.tr. unique designs that combine style, aesthetics Tiara Men’s Collection is now available. Bab-ı Ali Cad. 7/A Cağaloğlu. and quality. Also serving luxurious hotels and restaurants, Porland Porcelain is a 'green' company Tiara Jewellery offers a splendid collection Standing out with its free, stylish T: 0212 513 5898. F5. of jewellery inspired by the artistic history of that adheres strictly to environmental regulations Anatolian civilizations and the creativity of elegance, the travel-themed collection inits production. Daily 10am-10pm. contemporary artists. Made of the highest features fluorescent tones paired with Outlet www.porland.com.tr. Büyükdere Cad. 22, Cevahir Shopping Centre 39, Şişli. T: 0212 380 0946. B6. quality gold, platinum and semi-precious stores, rich maroon, red and deep blues. 212 İstanbul Power Outlet the jewellery collection features the utmost in www.beymen.com.tr. Only 5 minutes from İstanbul Atatürk International craftsmanship and quailty. Daily 9am-6pm. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 23/1, Nişantaşı. Airport, 212 İstanbul boasts 170 shops, 9 movie www.tiarajewellery.com. Yavuz Sinan Mah. Shoes & Bags T: 0212 373 4800. theatres, 3,000 square meters of recreation area Ragıp Gümüş Pala Cad. 69, Unkapanı. and a 3,500-car free parking lot. An amazing Camper T: 0212 526 6363. F5. structure, great choices, easy access and discount Spanish brand that transforms walking into an art. Daily 10am-10pm. www.camper.com. İstinye Bayırı Tiffany & Co. prices. 212 İstanbul offers unique outlet brands like Grand Bazaar, Ülseven serves its upscale clients in Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre 352, İstinye. Renowned for its rare and magnificent diamonds, Polo Garage, Stefanel, Tommy Hilfiger, Deichmann, T: 0212 345 6026. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Tiffany & Co. has for decades been the world’s its Nişantaşı, and Bakırköy stores. Mon-Sat 10am- Mudo, Derimod, G-Lingerie, Herry, Danielle Lopez, premier jeweller and America’s finest house of 7pm. www.ulseven.com.tr. Teşvikiye Cad. 22/A, Avva, Kappa/Superga, LC Waikiki, Outset (Diesel), Christian Louboutin design. Tiffany style is defined by groundbreaking Nişantaşı. T: 0212 291 0656. A6. Park Bravo, Nine West, La Senza, Cacharel, This season, timeless French designer Louboutin designers and glamorous collections. Mon-Sat Pierre Carden, U.S. Polo and more. is renowned for his high-heeled, red-soled shoes. Zela 10am-7pm. www.tiffany.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. www.212istanbul.com. Mahmutbey Merkez Mah. The Summerissima is one of the many striking Zela’s unites the elegance of the world of jewellery, Atiye Sok. 9/B, Teşvikiye. T: 0212 219 8346. Taşocağı Cad. 5, Bağcılar. T: 0212 444 4212. shoes from the collection. Mon-Sat 10am-8pm, A6. the mystery of the East, and the modern lines of Off map. Sun 12am-8pm. www.christianlouboutin.com. Abdi Urart the West. Embodying beauty and nobility in its İpekçi Cad. 22/A, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 296 7870. A6. This jeweller in bustling Nişantaşı stands out designs for 20 years, the unparalleled collections with its unique, modern designs that draw upon bring out the best of precious and semiprecious Perfumery Deriden and interpret the very special works of Anatolian stones. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. www.zelajewels.com. Local distributor of world-famous brands inc Bath & Body Works civilisations and cultures. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. DKNY, Timberland, Sebago, Kowalski, Calvin Klein, Abdi İpekçi Cad. 9/A, Nişantaşı. Focusing on natural cosmetics, this store offers www.urart.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 18/1, Nişantaşı. Bikkembergs, Boticelli, Lion, Palladium, Logan, and T: 0212 296 0055. A6. a wide choice of aromatherapy oils, fruit essence T: 0212 246 7194. A6. Buffalo. Daily 10am-10pm. soaps, shampoos and creams. Daily 10am-10pm. www.deriden.com.tr. Çırağan Cad. Vapur İskelesi Ülseven www.bathandbodyworks.com. İstinyePark Sok. 1, Ortaköy. T: 0212 261 7666. A9. Ülseven Fine Jewellery has been creating unique Leather & Fur Shopping Centre, Giriş Katı İstinye Bayırı Cad. masterpieces and exclusive jewellery collections Desa Sarıyer. T: 0212 345 5425. Giusseppe Zanotti Design for over 60 years. A well-known company in the Established in 1972, this brand now operates with Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Glamorous women’s footwear by this Italian

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Shopping Centre 326, İstinye. T: 0212 345 5796. Shopping Centre Map (p.34).

Victoria’s Secret The famous lingerie brand offers mostly accessories, but also sells perfumes, cosmetics and laptop bags. Daily 10am-10pm. City’s Nişantaşı Shopping Centre, Kat: T, Teşvikiye Cad. 162, Şişli. T: 0212 373 2990. A6. Watches Saat & Saat This store carries premium watches and ornaments from a host of brands inc Adidas, Balmain, Burberry, Chronotech, Citizen, Diesel, DKNY, Emporio Armani, Escape, Esprit, Fossil, GC, GF Ferre, Hamilton, Hugo Boss Guess, Just Cavalli, Michael Kors, Miss Sixty, Roberto Cavalli, Timberland, Tommy Hilfiger, Valentino, Welder and Zodiac. Daily 10am-10pm. www.saatvesaat.com. Büyükdere Cad. 22, Cevahir Shopping Centre 44/A, Şişli. T: 0212 380 0972. Off map.

IWC Schaffhausen The famous luxury watch brand presents its Pilot’s watch celebrating the history of aviation. Other notable models include Aquatimer Diver; the Da Vinci; Ingenieur, celebrating technology and engineering; and the Portofino, created in honour of 1930 Portuguese sailors. Mon-Sat10.30am- 6.30pm. www.iwc.com/turkey. Mim Kemal Öke Cad. Altın Sok 4/A, Nişantaşı. Big Bang T: 0212 224 4604. A6. Arzu Kaprol’s latest collection inspired by the Big Bang theory explores the Panerai influences of the digital world. Her 2014 Spring-Summer Collection showcases an Opened in 1860 in the city of Florence as a watch- original design approach featuring harmonious repeating forms, unusual materials, making workshop and a shop, Panerai has its striking leather design details and special signature techniques. roots deep beneath the sea. Providing sensitive measuring instruments for the Italian Army, the www.arzukaprol.net. Teşvikiye Cad. Atiye Sok. 9, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 225 0129. company specialised in diving watches for special operations of the Undersea Commandos. Mon-Sat 9am-6:30pm.www.panerai.comAbdi İpekci Cad. Bebek Badem Ezmesi Kurukahveci Mehmet Efendi Altın Sok. 3, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 291 5959. Sweet shop famous for its almond and pistachio The origins of coffee culture throughout the pastes. Products are always fresh and made from world today can be traced back to Turkish coffee. Wedding Clothes top-quality ingredients. Daily 9:30am-8pm. Cevdet For centuries, coffee was originally purchased as Paşa Cad. 53/C, Bebek. T: 0212 263 5984. Off map. green beans to be taken home, roasted in pans, Beymen Bridal then ground in hand cranked mills or mortar and Beymen offers a host of bridal dresses to women Cemilzade 188 pestles. This long, tedious and exhausting process preparing for that special day, and is Turkey’s Many traditional Turkish delight varieties as well had to be undertaken every time to savour a cup of exclusive source for top designers including Lanvin, as its exclusive fruit Turkish delights, hard candies coffee. Daily 8am-7pm. www.mehmetefendi.com. Christos, Amsale, Kenneth Pool, Romona, Keveza, and nut pastes, each as sweet as the next, but light Rüstem Paşa, Hasırcılar Cad. Tahmis Sok. 66, Valentino and Albertta Ferretti. Daily 10am- as well. Mon-Sat 10am-8:30pm, Sun 11am-7pm. Eminönü. T: 0212 511 4262-63. E4. 8pm. www.beymen.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 23/1, Nispetiye Cad. 104/B Etiler. T: 0212 257 2865. Nişantaşı. T: 0212 373 4800. A6. Off map. Underwear & Pronovias Faruk Güllüoğlu Swimsuit Offering an extensive collection of wedding Popular both in Turkey and around the world, gowns, Pronovias treats every bride as unique and Güllüoğlü in Karaköy has served traditional Turkish Agent Provocateur every wedding as a challenge. Pronovias shares Elegant and irresistibly glamorous lingerie, your excitement from the moment you first walk in baklava and other sweets for two centuries with the nightwear, footwear, accessories, outerwear, the door until your wedding day. Mon-Sat 10:30- same meticulous care at every stage in the process. candles and perfumes that radiate sensuality 7:30pm. www.pronovias.com. Teşvikiye Cad. Mon-Sat 7am-7pm. www.gulluoglu.com.tr. for all occasions. Daily 10am-10pm. İnayet Apt. 129/1, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 296 4304. A6. Rıhtım Cad. Katlı Otopark Altı 3-4, Karaköy. www.agentprovocateur.com. Vakko Wedding T: 0212 293 0910. D5. Büyükdere Cad. 185, Kanyon Shopping Centre, Vakko style meets designer wedding gowns by Harvey Nichols, Levent. T: 0212 319 1190. Koska Helvacısı world-renowned fashion brands including Oscar Shopping Centre Map (p.16). Leading manufacturer and exporter of Turkish De La Renta, Vera Wang, Emanuel Ungaro, Elie by halva, a tahini-based cofection popular over a Intimissimi/Calzedonia Elia Saab, Marchesa, Vera Wang, Monique Lhuillier, vast region, as well as other traditional flavours inc Italian clothing label launched in 1996, specializing Reem Acra and Valentino, to create an epic preserves, sesame paste and molasses, Turkish in bras, briefs, lingerie, vests, and pyjamas for atmosphere. Mon-Sat 10am-7:30pm. delight and light products for diabetics. Available women and men. Daily 10am-10pm. www.vakko.com.tr. Süleyman Seba Cad. 27, in all major food retailers. www.koska.com. www.intimissimi.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Akaretler. T: 0212 258 6608. B7.

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Park Fora Since 1996, Park Fora has been renowned as one of İstanbul’s most elegant restaurants, which you instantly feel on entering its waterfront terrace. In keeping with the exclusive ambience, it’s matched by a stellar Bosphorus view, amazing park setting and outstanding service. There’s a huge variety of beautifully presented seafood, such as stuffed anchovies and marinated sea bass, plus a brilliant selection of wines from around the world to raise the bar for restaurants throughout the city. Muallim Naci Cad. Cemil Topuzlu Parkı İçi 54/A, Ortaköy. T: 0212 265 5063. www.parkfora.com

Tapasuma Located in the Sumahan Hotel in Çengelköy on İstanbul’s Asian side, Tapasuma possesses a calming atmosphere, mainly thanks to its location overlooking the Bosphorus, plus its striking design with its attractive stone walls. In addition to seasonal fish, Tapasuma’s menu offers unusual Turkish and Mediterranean dishes and bite-size Turkish mezes. Some of its outstanding items include shank of Thracian lamb yahni, and kibbeh cooked on a griddle. There is a boat service from Kuruçeşme available. Kuleli Cad. 43, Çengelköy. T: 0216 401 1333. www.tapasuma.com

Teppanyaki Alaturka The traditional Japanese grilling technique, where food is cooked on a super- Something for hot flat grill, fuses with Turkish culinary tastes in the warm, cosy environment at Teppanyaki Alaturka. The menu offers Anatolian dishes such as lamb şiş kebab plus typical Japanese dishes of noodles and sushi. Any Hour of the Day Nispetiye Cad. 107, Etiler. The Galliard restaurant and bar serves the magnificent cuisines Nispetiye Cad. 107, Etiler. T: 0212 287 8228. www.teppanyakialaturka.com of French, Spain and Italy.

ts varied menu of western Mediterranean specialities is created by chef Turgut Ay. IHis original creations include foie gras over winter squash chips, goose risotto, and his shellfish pot. All these various tastes in menu can be matched by a marvelous wine selected Ist Too from the cellar of The Galliard, which keeps Close to the historic Dolmabahçe Palace and the Istanbul Maritime Museum, Ist handy around 200 diverse bottles. Too serves exquisite Asian, Southeast Turkish, Mediterranean and classical Turkish Attention has been paid equally to its décor, dishes. Items to try include lamb shank with tomato and plum molasses, and with a contemporary and elegant atmosphere duck breast with orange sauce. The restaurant also holds special food and wine enhanced by works of famous Turkish artists tastings on Wednesday evenings, 7pm-10.30pm. on the walls. The Galliard also offers a choice Shangri La Bosphorus, Hayrettin İskelesi Sok.1, Beşiktaş. of 52 different tempting cocktails. T: 0212 275 8888. www.shangri-la.com Nispetiye Cad. Etiler Apt. 104-C Etiler. T: 0212 444 0233. www.thegalliard.com

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P.F. Changs Wagamama This Chinese bistro is famed for its delicious food, Extensive menu offers distinctive asian flavours. bıstro authentic décor and fine service, and the majestic A big hit with noodle lovers, this restaurant offers a Chocolate horses that greet its guests at the door. Exotic pleasant and entertaining dining ambiance. Offering an exquisite dining experience, this spot flavours in portions large enough to share are HHH Daily L & D. www.wagamama.com.tr. serves international cuisine, but predominantly accompanied by a good choice of wines, special Büyükdere Cad. 185, Kanyon Shopping Centre, Italian dishes adjusted to Turkish tastes. All cocktails, sake and beer. HHH www.pfchangs.com. Levent. T: 0212 353 0474. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). ingredients are natural, organic and fresh, Nispetiye Cad. 94, Etiler. T: 0212 358 6060. Zuma prepared with special herbs. HHH Daily B, L & D. Off map. Japanese dining traditions, alive and well in the www.chocolatecafe.com. Eytam Cad. 33, Maçka. Shang Palace heart of İstanbul. Exciting interior is an extra T: 0212 343 2461. A6. Exciting classical and innovative Chinese dishes attraction to this restaurant overlooking the Mangerie are served alongside information on the cuisine. Bosphorus. Japanese and world cuisines available Mangerie has been a top eating spot for Istanbul Favourites include Peking duck, filet mignon slices at sushi and grill bars. Booking required. and Bebek socialites. With its extensive menu and marinated in Chinese wine, and ginger seafood. HHHH Daily L & D. www.zumarestaurant.com. wine list to match, plus a commanding view of HHHH Daily L & D. Sinanpaşa Mah. Hayrettin Salhane Sok. 7, Ortaköy. T: 0212 236 2296. A9. Bebek Bay, it’s become an Istanbul classic. Try the İskelesi Sok. 1, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 275 8888. B7. lamb and hand-cut noodle salad, the skewered Sushico brıtısh shrimp and Mangerie burger. HH Daily B, L & D. www.mangeriebebek.com. Cevdet Paşa Cad. 69/3, This restaurant chain presents a vast Chinese, Duke Küçükbebek. T: 0212 263 5199. Off map. Japanese and Thai menu, with specialities The famous London restaurant boasts smart including sushi rolls, asparagus veal, Peking duck, interior and a lush green terrace. In addition Nişantaşı Brasserie HHH salmon teriyaki and fried ice cream. Daily to English fare such as fish and chips and beef With décor by Zeynep Fadıllıoğlu, Nişantaşı L & D. www.sushico.com.tr. Sushico Palladium, Wellington, there is also a wide selection of sushi Brasserie is one of İstanbul’s most popular spots. Barbaros Mah. Halk Cad. 6/5, Palladium Shopping and sashimi at the Raw Bar. HHHH Daily L & D. The menu offers classic dishes adapted for modern Centre, Yenisahra. T: 0216 663 1345. Off map. www.dukeistanbul.com. Trump Tower, K.2 D.214, tastes, including French onion soup, duck’s liver, Şişli. T: 0212 520 2626. Teppanyaki Alaturka Off map. steak Tartare, and ‘Café de Paris’ filet mignon. HHH Daily B, L & D. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Bostan Sok. Asian and Turkish delicacies are prepared with Tom’s Kitchen 23/1, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 343 0443. the traditional Japanese teppanayaki griddle Tom’s kitchen serves comfort food favourites in a A6. technique, and served in a dramatic fashion. relaxed and environment, from brakfast to dinner. The interior is dominated by a wood décor ; VIP Menu highlights include fish pie, steak tartare, CAFE sections also available. HHH Daily L & D. shepherd’s pie. HHH Daily B & L & D. www.teppanyakialaturka.com. Nispetiye Cad. 107, Zorlu Center, Zincirlikuyu Cad. Beşiktaş. A La Carte Restaurant Etiler. T: 0212 287 8228. Off map. T: 0212 353 6677. Off map. Meals surrounded by magnificent Bosphorus

on Aegean and Mediterranean specialities, Maya 36/1, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 243 9281. C4. AEGEAN uses only fresh seasonal ingredients. Some of the favourites include chicken liver pate, marinated sea Dragon Restaurant Eleos Delicious dishes by Hong Kong chefs served in a bass and fish croquettes. HHH Mon-Sat L & D. Spacious décor and unique flavours from both www.lokantamaya.com. Kemankeş Cad. 35 A, spacious interior decorated in classical Chinese shores of the Aegean Sea. In addition to classic style. Specialties include crispy duck and stir-fried Karaköy. T: 0212 252 6884. D5. flavours of İstanbul’s taverns, Eleos’ menu includes dishes. HHHH Daily L & D. www.hilton.com.tr. Greek and Armenian specialties as well as Mira Hilton İstanbul, Cumhuriyet Cad. Harbiye. Aegean wild greens. HHH Daily L & D. In historical Arnavutköy, on the coastline of the T: 0212 231 6200. B6 www.eleosrestaurant.com. İstiklal Cad. 231, K:2, Bosphorus, with its garden overlooking the sea Hıdivval Palas, Beyoğlu, Tünel. and warm atmosphere, Mira offers the healthful Go Mongo T: 0212 244 9090-91. C5. Aegean herbs of Aegean cuisine skillfully matched Real Mongolian barbecue accompained by with Armenian, Greek and Circassian mezes. select Asian dishes including the finest of Thai, İmbat Restaurant octopus salad, marinated seabass, the Armenian Indonesian, Vietnamese, Chinese and Indian This restaurant on the terrace of a hotel that fits HHH specially topik, octopus and calamari, and oven- cuisines. Daily L&D. www.gomongo.com.tr. right into the city’s historic fabric, also boasts baked cuttlefish. Daily B & L & D. İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre, panoramic views. The menu focuses mainly www.mirarestaurant.com.tr. Arnavutköy Cad. 70/1, Sarıyer.T: 0212 345 5888. on Mediterranean and Aegean dishes, with a Arnavutköy, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 2653131. Off map. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). traditional Turkish meze plate with excellent dishes such as chard stuffed with green wheat and Miyako şekerpare with sesame and poppy. HHH Daily ASIAN & Far EASTERN Award-winning restaurant offering three fine Asian L & D. www.imbatrestaurant.com. Hüdavendigar dining experiences: sushi bar, Teppanyaki cuisine plus Tatami room. The Japanese garden adds a Cad. 34, Sirkeci. T: 0212 520 7191. D5. Banyan The exquisite flavours of the Far East. Famous for further Asian touch. Sake is served warm or cold to Kydonia its omelettes varieties from 20 countries. Menus accompany the meal. HHHH Tue-Sun 7pm-11pm. D. Blending a Bosphorus view with the atmosphere of include samosa with Vietnamese-style vegetable www.swissotel.com.tr. Bayıldım Cad. 2, Swissôtel Crete, Kydonia serves dishes faithful to old family chili sauce, Singapore-style noodles and sushi. The Bosphorus, Maçka. T: 0212 326 1100. B7. recipes of Turks who migrated from Crete and HHHH Daily L & D. www.banyanrestaurant.com. Maromi other Aegean islands and settled in the coastal Muallim Naci Cad. Salhane Sok. 3, Ortaköy. The restaurant has been an Istanbul hit since the towns Ayvalık and Alaçatı. There’s an impressive T: 0212 259 9060-70. Off map. selection of 70 different types of mezes. day it opened, enhanced by a mystical atmosphere Daily L & D. www.kydonia.com.tr. Muallim Naci Cochine with decor brought from Japan. Stars on the menu Vietnamese and French cuisine, warmed up with include tofu salad and calamari crepes, and for Cad. 107, Kuruçeşme. T: 0212 257 1131. Off map. jazz and blues. The restaurant also hosts occasional dessert, green tea ice cream. HHH Daily L & D. Lokanta Maya art exhibitions. HHH www.cochineistanbul.com. www.divan.com.tr. Divan İstanbul, Asker Ocağı A warm, simple restaurant with a menu focusing TomTom Mah. Kumbaracı Yokuşu, Camcı Fevzi Sok. Cad. 1, Taksim. T: 0212 315 5500. B6.

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scenery and splendid historical buildings. T: 0212 244 9830. C4. Kıyı Haydar Aliyev Cad. 154, Tarabya, Sarıyer. calamari. Fishcakes and salt-baked fish highly HHHH Daily B, L & D. www.legacyottomanhotel. A unique fish restaurant on the Bosphorus with www.thegrandtarabya.com. recommended. HHHH Daily L & D. Jack Russell Guidelines com. Legacy Ottoman Hotel, Hobyar Mah. wood-paneled décor and photographs and T: 0212 363 3300. Off map. www.parkfora.com.tr. Muallim Naci Cad. Cemil Dine on crispy shrimp with kadayıf pastry, beef This directory, grouped by category, is a Hamidiye Cad. 16, Eminönü. T: 0212 527 6767. E4. paintings by Turkish artists that give an intimate Topuzlu Parkı 54-A, Ortaköy. T: 0212 265 5063. A9. neck with cinnamon, and ribs, accompanied by one compendium of establishments recommended club feel. Try the delicious seafood and liver dishes. Mavi Balık by the editors of Where Magazine and includes Café Wien of Jack Russell’s excellent cocktails. Its lively decor HHH The fish and rakı tradition is as delightful as it gets Poseidon regular advertisers. Daily L & D. www.kiyi.com.tr. European-style coffee and cakes made in house, features pine shelves showcasing comic book and Haydar Aliyev Cad. 186, Tarabya. here in this spacious, comfortable dining room. Seafood at its best against a magnificent view offering a Viennese style café atmosphere. 26 superhero toys. HHH Daily L & D. T: 0212 262 0002. Off map. Make a point of trying the salt-cured fish and of İstanbul. Specialties include stuffed calamari, pastries and 18 coffees and to choose from, Rixos Pera, Meşrutiyet Cad. 44, Tepebaşı. MAP LOCATIONS Note that the references at the end of each list- grilled calamari. HHHH Daily L & D. baked as well as Greek-style grilled octopus, including the famous Viennese blend. The T: 0212 244 9830. C4. ing (A1, B5 etc.) refer to pages 70-71. Limani www.mavibalik.com. Muallim Naci Cad. 64/2, cold meats, a variety of Turkish and foreign wines “Eiskaffee” with ice cream is a summer favorite. The restaurant is a simple, comfortable restaurant Kuruçeşme. T: 0212 265 5480. A9. and a special şöbiyet (cream-filled baklava) from HHH Daily B, L & D. www.cafewien.com. GENERAL information right on the shores of the Bosphorus. It specialises Gaziantep. HHHH Daily L & D. Maçka Cad. Reasürans Çarşısı 62, Teşvikiye. contemporary Reservations for most restaurants are strongly in fresh seasonal fish with traditional sauces, plus Park Fora www.poseidonbebek.com. Küçük Bebek, Cevdet T: 0212 233 7860. A6. advised. Check when booking that the restau- favourite items such as calamari yahni: oven-baked Popular restaurant offering delicious seafood and European rant will accept your credit card. Value Added Paşa Cad. 58/1, Bebek. T: 0212 287 9531. Off map. octopus with new potatoes, tender spinach and high-quality service. Appetizers include salted Café Zone Tax (VAT) is automatically included in the bill, Nicole HHH Revma Balık but tips are generally not added. A 10% cash asparagus. The Grand Tarabya, bonito, octopus salad, shrimp roquefort and grilled This welcoming spot, overflowing with greenery, Nicole occupies an elegant terrace with a view Located in the beautiful Bosphorus quarter of has an open kitchen concept serving a tempting gratuity is common. of the Historic Peninsula, the Prince’s Islands and Arnavutköy, and boasting an impressive view, array of original dishes. Try the shrimp soup with beyond. The chefs create new interpretations Revma Balık serves original house mezes and fish artichokes, Balkan köfte, and börek with smoky PLEASE NOTE: ALL RESTAURANTS & of classic flavours, with fresh vegetables from BARS ARE NON-SMOKING. dishes in a welcome, homely atmosphere. Menu eggplant puree for starters. HHH Mon-Sat B, L, D. Feriköy’s organic market, focusing on freshly- highlights include octopus beğendi, hot wild www.cafezone.com.tr. Kuyumcu İrfan Sok. 3C, caught local seafood and native Kıvırcık lamb. index to abbreviations greens platter, sea bass wrapped in chard, and Nişantaşı. T: 0212 296 6590-91. A6. HHHH Daily D. Tomtom Suites, Boğazkesen Cad. B: Open for breakfast L & D: Open lunch & dinner only. fried shrimp pastries. Daily L & D. Fes Café Tomtom Kaptan Sok.18, Beyoğlu. www.revmabalik.com Arnavutköy, Bebek Cad. T: 0212 292 4467. Nestled in the Grand Bazaar, Fes Café with its C5. PRICES No:7, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 263 5060. Off map. Prices per person for three courses and coffee, Ottoman -and- contemporary style interior, is an Pancaldi no alcohol. Set Balık Lokantası ideal spot for a coffee break without having to In keeping with Turkish hospitality and Ramada H – TL 0-30 per person One of the oldest seafood establishments on the leave the authentic atmosphere of the bazaar. Worldwide’s superior standards of quality and HH – TL 30-60 per person Bosphorus waterfront, with fresh fish served in HH Mon-Sat 9am-7pm. www.fescafe.com. Halıcılar service, Pancaldi Restaurant offers delicious HHH – TL 60-90 per person a friendly, intimate atmosphere. Many in-house Cad. 62, Kapalıçarşı. T: 0212 528 1613. E4. selections from local and international cuisines. HHHH – over TL 90 per person mezes using seasonal fish and vegetables recently HHH Daily B, L & D. Karabatak added to the menu. HH Daily L & D. www.ramadaplazaistanbul.com. The retro decor in this 100-year-old lathe workshop No credit cards. www.setbaliklokantasi.com. Halaskargazi Cad. 63, Ramada Plaza, Osmanbey. turned modern restaurant is outstanding, with its Bebek Balıkçı Haydar Aliyev Cad. 18, Kireçburnu, Tarabya. T: 0212 315 4444. A6. next best feature is the large selection of coffees This restaurant located in the upmarket T: 0212 262 0411. Off map. from Austria’s Julius Meinl. The menu offers a host neighbourhood of Bebek on the Bosphorus serves of light but satisfying snack dishes. Daily 8.30am- a full array of seafood, with specialities including Sur Balık Arnavutköy 8.30pm. Kemankeş Mah. Kara Ali Kaptan Sok. FISH & SEAFOOD grilled and pan-fried fish, and fish cooked in paper. Sur Balık is located in a simple 150-year-old Karaköy. T: 0212 243 6993. HHHH seaside mansion, with walls sporting old İstanbul D5. Akın Balık Daily L & D. www.bebekbalikci.net. photographs. Sea bass marinated with basil, Located under a historic building in the Karaköy Cevdet Paşa Cad. 26/A, Bebek. Limonata anglerfish ricado and profiteroles with tahini are Fishermen’s Market, this low-key spot with its T: 0212 263 3447. Off map. Limonata is one of İstanbul’s most fashionable just a few of the highly-recommended treats. spots. Enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner, or choose relaxing garden serves especially good mezes; the Çengelköy İskele Restaurant HHH Daily L & D. www.surbalikarnavutkoy.com. from an impressive selection of cocktails at the octopus salad and black-eyed peas are especially Best fish restaurant on the Asian side, both for Bebek Arnavutköy Cad. 52, Arnavutköy. good. HH Daily L&D. Fermaneciler Cad. unique Limonata bar. HHH Daily L & D. Bostan Sok. the quality of its fish and its Bosphorus view. Ali Yazıcı Sok. Gümrük Han 10, Karaköy. T: 0212 257 2743-44. Off map. 13, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 373 2300. A6. Established as a Greek coffeehouse in the early T: 0212 244 9776. C5. Tapasuma Limonata Downtown 1800s, it became a Greek tavern before assuming Tapasuma serves traditional Turkish treats in hot Limonata is one of İstanbul’s most fashionable Akıntıburnu its current form in 1950. Specialties include grilled and cold tapas form, along with fresh fish from spots. Enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner, or choose This lovely restaurant in Arnavutköy offers a calamari in soy sauce, shrimp in vine leaves, turbot, the Bosphorus and a range of mezes. Enjoy the from an impressive selection of cocktails at the glorious Bosphorus view, freshly-caught fish and sea bream, haddock and gurnard. HHH Daily L & D. panoramic views on the shores of the Bosphorus unique Limonata bar. HHH Daily L & D. seafood, and mezes prepared daily. The mackerel www.cengelkoyiskelerestaurant.com. – there’s also a boat service available from Süleyman Seba Cad. 46, Akaretler, Beşiktaş. with soy sauce, baked shellfish and quince dessert Çengelköy İskele Gazinosu Sok. 10, Çengelköy. HHH Kuruçeşme. HHH Daily L & D. www.tapasuma.com. T: 0212 236 5017. A6. are some of the favourites. Daily L & D. T: 0216 321 5506. Off map. 1. Bebek Cad. 115, Akıntıburnu, Arnavutköy. Kuleli Cad. 43, Çengelköy. T: 0216 401 1333. Eftalya Mavra T: 0212 263 4829. Off map. Off map. One of the most populated cafes of the With a maritime-themed interior complete with neighbourhood frequented by photographers, Arnavutköy Balıkçısı mermaid reliefs, choose your fish and enjoy Tarihi Karaköy Balıkçı actors and designers. Mavra is a cozy little café A cozy restaurant with simple, unpretentious appetizers with marvellous Bosphorus views. This historical fish restaurant offers fresh fish every offering classic but very tasty café fare, including a decor complemented by nostalgic photos of the Be sure to try the tomato and onion salad, fried weekday between 12pm and 4pm. Fish is displayed variety of breakfast platters, sandwiches, indulge- Arnavutköy waterfront. The menu includes cold calamari and seasonal fish varieties. HHH Daily L at the entrance; select your fish and wait for it to be worthy appetizers, salads, pastas, and meat-heavy mezes like mackerel with soy sauce, salt-cured tuna & D. www.eftalya.net. Arnavutköy Mah. 1. Cad. 32, prepared by expert chefs. HHH Daily L & D. mains. Daily B & L & D & N. Daily 9:30am-2am. and sea bass salad, and hot appetizers like sauteed Arnavutköy. T: 0212 287 2520. Off map. www.tarihikarakoybalikcisi.com. HH Serdar-ı Ekrem Sok. 31/A, Galata. monkfish, fried calamari and fish croquettes. Suadiye, Kazım Özalp Sok. 60, Suadiye. Tersane Cad. Kardeşim Sok. 45, Karaköy. HHHH T: 0212 252 7488. D5. Daily L & D. www.arnavutkoybalikcisi.com. T: 0216 350 0152. Off map. T: 0212 251 1371. D4. 1. Cadde 4, Arnavutköy. T: 0212 257 0525. Off map. Galatalı Balık Yeniköy İskele Restaurant CAFE, restaurant& BAR Balıkçı Sabahattin Galatalı Balık serves Cunda cuisine (from Turkey’s Located by the Yeniköy pier under a centuries-old Extensive fish menu and excellent service, northwest coast) including Aegean wild greens, plane tree, this restaurant is well known for its fresh Chapelle located in the historical area of Cankurtaran, calamari with almond tarator and mackerel with seasonal fish simply cooked, its own original mezes, This stylish venue’s delicious charcuterie plate near Sultanahmet. The skillfully prepared fish aioli. It also boasts incomparable views of the salads, sliced liver and fish kavurma. and rich choice of wines are reminiscent of a is especially good with rakı, and the mussel Prince’s Islands. HHHH www.galatalibalik.com. HHH Daily L & D. www.yenikoyiskele.com. Parisian brasserie. Chapelle’s decor is a fascinating pilaf and courgette with yoghurt come highly Plaj Yolu Sok Suadiye Park, A Blok 18, Kadıköy. Köybaşı Cad. İskele Sok. 7/A, Yeniköy. combination of mystic, modern and classic, with recommended. HHH Daily L & D. T: 0216 410 3959-69. Off map. T: 0212 262 3549. Off map. a spacious garden. HHH Daily L & D. Rixos Pera, www.balikcisabahattin.com. Seyit Hasan Kuyu Sok. Meşrutiyet Cad. 44, Tepebaşı, Beyoğlu. 1, Cankurtaran, Fatih. T: 0212 458 1824. F5.

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Latin music every Friday. HH Daily B, L&D. B, L & D. www.hilton.com.tr. Hilton ParkSa, Maçka Meydanı, Şahkulu, Şah Kapısı Sok. 4, Beyoğlu. Huqqa french İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre, Bayıldım Cad. 12. T: 0212 258 5674. B7. T: 0212 292 98 98. C5. This world cuisine restaurant overlooking the Hillside, Sarıyer. T: 0212 345 6288. Bosphorus is dominated by lively décor featuring Brass Compass Roof Restaurant&Bar G-Balık Suada pastels and geometric designs. The menu includes Combining two types of contrasting cuisine in Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Located in the Titanic Hotel in Kartal, this spot A real treat for fish and seafood lovers, the both regional Turkish and Italian dishes; the Pizza luxurious simplicity, the menu at Brass offers Bosphorus Grill offers many special flavours ranging from seafood restaurant has an aquarium where customers can Funghi Carnaval and Oreo Dream Cheesecake are such treats as bouillabaisse and filet mignon with This elegant, shaded restaurant overlooking the to select Far Eastern dishes. Savour the variety of select the fish or lobster of their choice. Simply and well worth a try. No alcohol. HHH www.huqqa.com. béarnaise sauce, miso soup, tofu and tuna tataki Bosphorus serves a tempting menu of grilled cocktails while enjoying live music in the elegant expertly prepared fish dishes maintain their natural Muallim Naci Cad. 56, Kuruçeşme. salad, and a selection of Asian desserts. meats, fish and seafood, plus Turkish favourites. and charming modern ambiance. HHH Daily D. flavour, mezes meticulously done. T: 0212 265 0666. Off map. Guests can also enjoy live jazz performances This summer’s surprise is a selection of specially Kaptan-ı Derya Cad. 37, Titanic Business Hotel, HHHH Daily L & D. www.gbalik.com. HHH (Fri&Sat). Daily 11am-11pm. marinated meats and fish cooked in an Indian-style Kartal. T: 0216 453 5050. Off map. Muallim Naci Cad. SuAda Club/Galatasaray Adası, İst Too www.martiistanbulhotel.com. tandoor. HHH Daily D. Çırağan Palace Kempinski Kuruçeşme. T: 0212 263 6556. Off map. This spot between Dolmabahçe Palace and the Cookshop Abdülhak Hamit Cad. 25/B, Taksim. İstanbul, Çırağan Cad. 84, Beşiktaş. Naval Museum serves fine Japanese, Southeast Restaurant-cafe style Cookshop offers a wide Gigi T: 0212 987 4020. C5. T: 0212 236 7333. B8/B9. Asian, Mediterranean and Turkish dishes, including range of unique dishes efor breakfast, lunch and Gigi’s feels just like a French bar-brasserie, but a good selection of sushi and noodles. La Brise Brasserie Brasserie, The dinner. Try unusual dishes including the Asian-style with an original touch of İstanbul as well. The Mon-Sat L & D. HHHH www.shangri-la.com. A brasserie with an Art Nouveau décor, La Brise The open buffet here has something to appeal soup and stuffed chard, plus desserts like tiramisu Mediterranean dishes plus sushi selections Shangri-La Bopshorus, Hayrettin İskelesi Sok. 1, offers always seasonal cooking and a great SUR BALIK CİHANGİR to every taste, inviting guests to a carnival of with rum, and delicious cheesecake. HH Daily B, L stand out on the menu. Fridays are livened up Beşiktaş. T: 0212 275 8888. B7. selection of drinks. Unmissable dishes include Kılıçali Paşa Mah. Akarsu Yokuşu Cad. flavours in a modern, sophisticated atmosphere. & D. www.cookshop.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 34/A, by DJ Aydın, while happy hour parties await you steak tartare, duck confit and Chateaubriand. 36-36A K:7 Beyoğlu. T: 0212 245 10 87. Also offering a wide à la carte menu, this exclusive Nişantaşı. T: 0212 232 0566. A6. on Saturday evenings. HHHH Daily B, L, D, N. Kız Kulesi (Maidens Tower) HHH Daily L & D. www.brasserielabrise.com. restaurant is a perfect spot for a drink from their İstinyePark Shopping Centre, 476-481, Sarıyer. Located in the middle of the Bosphorus, with Delicatessen Mim Kemal Öke Cad. 11A, Nişantaşı. extensive selection of cocktails. HHHH Daily B, L & T: 0212 345 5650. superb 360-degree view, the Maiden’s Tower Featuring dishes that combine Turkish tastes, T: 0212 244 4846. A6. Minare Sok. 21, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 292 1100. C5. D. Ceylan Intercontinental Istanbul, Asker Ocağı serves as a coffee house during the day and local ingredients and international delicacies, Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Cad. 1, Taksim. T: 0212 368 4444. B6. restaurant in the evenings, with tasty international Mama Shelter Aperativo the extensive menu includes breakfast, starters, Hardal Nişantaşı cuisines. Live music by local and international Designed by Philippe Starck and offering delicious With a warm, wood-dominated decor and favourite Brasserie, The sandwiches, fresh ravioli, lasagne, meat and fish A comfortable and colourful venue designed musicians after 10pm. Accessible by boat service creations by French chef Jérôme Banctel, Mama songs from the 80s and 90s, this spot’s speciality International and local flavours meet at this chain courses as well as an extensive wine list. HHH around the concept of “Eat, Play, Drink”, this departing from Salacak on the hour. Shelter’s wood ovens turn out a tempting array of is its large and small snack dishes. Happy hour with branches throughout İstanbul. The venue Daily B, L & D. www.delicatessenistanbul.com. funky eaterie is dominated by orange and yellow HHH Daily L & D. www.kizkulesi.com.tr. Salacak pide and pizzas. Other dishes include a variety of parties on weekdays, with cocktails like cucumber makes a point of using fresh natural and organic Nişantaşı, Mim Kemal Öke Cad. 19/1, Nişantaşı. décor and graffiti on the walls. Specialties include Mevkii, Üsküdar. T: 0216 342 4747. D7. meat dishes including beef tartare with sesame martinis and mojitos with mastic. HH Daily B, L, D & ingredients. HHH Daily B, L & D. T: 0212 225 0604. A6. Pera, Asmalımescit Mah. hot wings, steak fajitas, and sirloin with café de and soy sauce. HHH Daily B & L & D. N. www.aperativo.net. Pera City Suites, Meşrutiyet www.eliteworldhotel.com.tr. Şehit Muhtar Cad. 42, Oteller Sok. 10-B, Beyoğlu. Paris sauce. HH Daily B, L & D. www.hardal.com.tr. Kitchenette www.mamasehelter.com. Hüseyin Ağa Mah. Cad. Orhan Adli Apaydın Sok. 17, Asmalımescit, Elite World İstanbul Hotel, Taksim. T: 0212 244 8455 - 56. C4. Teşvikiye Mah. Atiye Sok. 7, Nişantaşı. A quality chain with locations throughout İstanbul, 50-54, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 252 0100. D5. Beyoğlu. T: 0212 293 5959. C4. T: 0212 313 8383. B5. T: 0212 219 7323 Kitchenette boasts a broad array of dishes Den Café & Restaurant . A5. Auf Ca’d’Oro With a menu featuring dishes from around the INTERNATIONAL Located on the lower floor of the Nupera building, Designed as a glass cube by architect Han globe, its highly recommended breakfast includes Auf creates its own style with its rustic menu and Tümertekin, Ca’ D’Oro offers fine world cuisine vast arrays of cheeses, olives, jams and pancakes. 360 İstanbul Restaurant&Bar natural foods. The entertainment continues after from a menu composed with the guidance of Later in the day, be sure to try their mini burgers, Commanding a full panoramic view of İstanbul dinner on weekends; special lunch menus on French chef Julien Maisonneuve. Located in Salt filet mignon salad with teriyaki sauce, steaks and including Hagia Sophia and the Sea of Marmara. weekdays. HHH Mon-Thu 6pm-1am, Fri & Sat 6pm- Gallery, it features a café on the ground floor and mastic-flavored rice pudding with pomegranate. DJ and live performances combined with great 4am. www.auf.com.tr. Meşrutiyet Cad. 67, Beyoğlu. a restaurant above. HHH Café, Tue-Sun 11am-2am. HH Daily B, L & D. Mim Kemal Öke Cad. 12/1D, cuisine, and contemporary interior at the top of T: 0212 245 6070. C4. Restaurant, Tue-Sun 10am-1am. Nişantaşı. T: 0212 224 2470. a 19th- century building. Try the Zen soup for A6. www.saltonline.org. SALT Galata, Bankalar Cad. 11, starters, then choose from mains like filet mignon Bej Karaköy Divan Brasserie Bebek Karaköy. T: 0212 243 8292. D4. with chili and bitter chocolate, or lamb confite, and With a menu offering both Turkish and European The brasserie offers breathtaking views and a menu top it off with the “death by chocolate” dessert. cuisine and fresh fruit cocktails, this French-style Cafe Sofa that combines the best of Turkish and international HHHH Daily L & D. www.360istanbul.com. restaurant stays open into the night on weekends. This delightful café with a simple, home-style cuisine, including classic and modern flavours, İstiklal Cad. Mısır Apt. 163, K:8, Beyoğlu. Make sure to sample the salads and desserts. décor, offers a menu of dishes from around the complemented by an extensive wine cellar. T: 0212 251 1042. C5. HH Mon-Thu 10am-12am, Fri & Sat 10am-2am. world. In addition, it also serves its special coffee HHH Daily B & L & D. www.divan.com.tr. Sun 10am-5pm. Kemankeş Cad. Fransız Geçidi and cocktails day and night. HHH Daily B, L & D. Cevdet Paşa Cad. 28/A, Bebek. Ace Restaurant & Lounge İş Merkezi, 11 A, Karaköy. T: 0212 251 7195. C5. www.thesofahotel.com. The Sofa Hotel, Teşvikiye T: 0212 263 2973. Off map. This elegant restaurant located in the Avantgarde Cad. 41-41 A, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 368 1818. A6. Hotel offers a broad choice of international Biber Bar Divan Brasserie Kalamış flavours, from wild mushroom soup, salmon roll, Homely atmosphere suitable for dinner and drinks Cipriani This is an excellent choice for those looking to asparagus risotto and pizzas, to its pumpkin crème with jazz or lounge music in the background. The This international restaurant chain is, famous for escape the city’s hustle and bustle, a safe haven brulée and white chocolate soufflé. menu of mainly İstanbul and Southern American its unique approach to world dining. The interior of calm and elegance where you can enjoy HHH www.avantgardehotel.com. Büyükdere Cad. cuisines includes steaks to burgers, salads, tapas, is striking with its walnut and earth-toned interior Divan chefs’ most enticing specialities, against a 161, Zincirlikuyu, Levent. T: 0212 3370444. Off map. filet mignon and chicken shish kebab.HHH and low tables, and the menu offers all the classic backdrop of white sailboats riding at anchor. Daily L & D & N. www.biberbar.com. flavours of Harry’s Bar in Venice. HHH Daily L & D. HH Mon-Fri B, L & D; Fri & Sat B, L, D & N. Agatha Restaurant Cevdet Paşa Cad. 26/A, Bebek. Off map. www.cipriani.com. Levent Mah. Büyükdere Cad. www.divan.com.tr. Amiral Fahri Korutürk Yat Limanı, The main restaurant of the recently-reopened Pera 2/1, Levent. T: 0212 317 7787. Off map. Kalamış. T: 0216 414 5703. Off map. Palace Hotel, Agatha combines French, Italian and Big Chef Turkish flavours – all on the route of Orient Express Whether you’re just starting your day or going for City Lights Faces – and presents them in a stylish atmosphere. lunch, a coffee break or dinner, Big Chef has a great Commanding a breathtaking Bosphorus view from An intimate and warm atmosphere matches the Very good wine list. HHH Daily 6:30am-12pm range of choices. The rich menu, from burgers to the roof of the Taksim Ceylan Intercontinental special flavours here, with a daily-changing surprise Pera Palace Hotel, Jumeirah, Meşrutiyet Cad. 52, healthy salads, filling wraps and fresh juices, is sure Hotel, City Lights adds live music, delicious food, appetizer plate. Specialties include zucchini Tepebaşı, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 377 4000. C4. to have something to appeal to everyone. HHH fine wines and a great selection of cocktails. If it’s carpaccio and steak brown. Nostalgic music takes Daily B, L & D. www.bigchefs.com.tr. Meşrutiyet an exclusive evening you’re after, look no further. guests back to the 1980s. HH Mon-Sat L & D. Gourmet Flavours Antiochia The Martı Otel’s Brass restaurant boasts a menu overflowing with fine dishes from Cad. 96, Tünel, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 251 7180. C5. HHHH istanbul.intercontinental.com.tr. Ceylan Asmalımescit Mah. Sofyalı Sok. 16, Beyoğlu. This restaurant is the only place in Beyoğlu where cuisines around the world. The chicken breast with spicy crust and orange and celeriac Intercontinental İstanbul, Asker Ocağı Cad. 1, T: 0212 252 3810. C5. you can find a genuine Antakya-style dürüm, Big Plate Taksim. T: 0212 368 4444. B6. puree and buttered fresh pomegranate sauce is outstanding, as is the mushroom flavored with peppers and allspice and wrapped in This artsy restaurant starts the day with breakfast Galata Kiva and foie gras ravioli. The drink menu offers 65 different cocktails; try and choose your thin lavash bread. The menu also includes Syrian, accompained by the smell of freshly baked bread Cloud7 Restaurant, Bar & Terrace One of the most notable products of the Lebanese, French and Ottoman specialities such and pastries. Menu includes pizza, salad and pastas Located on the top floor, this restaurant takes in a multicultural Ottoman civilization is its cuisine. Kiva favourite! as locally spiced grilled meats, and mezes of olives as well as a kids’ menu and many international breath-taking Bosphorus view. With its new name offers the perfect opportunity to rediscover the Abdülhak Hamit Cad. 25/B, Taksim. T: 0212 987 4020. with zahter and hummus. HH Mon-Sat L & D. specialities; be sure to try their homemade and remodelled interior, the restaurant offers a rich secret flavours of Anatolia. Also with a branch on www.martiistanbulhotel.com. www.antiochiaconcept.com. Asmalımescit, carpaccio, big plate tapas and Chocolate Dream. selection of Turkish and world cuisines. HHH Daily the Asian side. 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including breakfast, starters, sandwiches, salads, the many choices, the vegetable fettucini and thin dishes. Try their pepper cream soup, Chalcedon pastas, meat, fish-seafood, fresh bread, cakes, and taco salad, Cajun basket, Bosphorus kebab and burger, and basil-parmesan bread fresh from the exclusively produced house wines, olives and olive Carribean dessert are particularly worth a try. HH oven daily. HHH Daily B, L & D. WHERE TO oils. HHH Daily B, L & D. www.kitchenette.com.tr. Daily B, L & D. www.midpoint.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Wyndham İstanbul, Fener Cad. 38, Kalamış. The Marmara Taksim, Gümüşsuyu Mah. Cad. 59, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 219 9401. A6. T: 0216 400 0000. Off map. Takı Zafer Cad. 2, Taksim. Minyon Roof Restaurant T: 0212 292 6862. B6. Minyon presents world cuisine in a modern, The first Art Tech hotel in Turkey, Point Hotel TASTE THE BEST La Boom unpretentious ambiance. Minyon’s olives, 29-day Barbaros Roof restaurant with its excellent New York Citty’s neighborhood styled bistro, aged ribeye schnitzel, and chocolate almond tart Bosphorus view offers an open buffet featuring the restaurant, and cafe, La Boom offers international are just a few of their very special dishes. HHH exquisite flavours of Turkish cuisine. HHH Daily B, tastes like crab served on oyster shells, Rigatoni www.minyon.com. W İstanbul, Süleyman Seba Cad. L & D. www.pointhotel.com. Point Hotel Barbaros, Pitti or Praline fete. HHH Daily B & L & D & N. OF ANATOLIAN 22, Akaretler, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 381 2121. B7. Esentepe Yıldız Posta Cad. 29, Şişli. Sakıp Sabancı Cad. 14, Emirgan. T: 0212 337 3000. A7. Nikol T: 0212 277 8807. Off map. This concept shop and kitchen turns out Sarnıç La Delicatesse Restaurant chocolates, pastries, organic cookies, snacks, A restaurant dating to the Repuclican period TERROIR Looking for something different? salads and more. Take a close look at the décor; housed in a cistern at the end of an old Ottoman Try La Delicatesse to take in the colours of the everything in this modern vintage venue is for sale! street. Favourites include shrimp cocktail, crepe seaside and enjoy the enchanting moonlight with HHH Daily B, L & D. www.nikolgalata.com. Bosphorus, paçanga börek, Karsky Oriental, and family and friends, and savour dishes prepared with Serdar-ı Ekrem Sok. 9, Galata. T: 0212 251 5158. D5. desserts like fried banana and pineapple with care and love. HHH Daily L & D. ice cream. Daily D. www.sarnicrestaurant.com. www.cinarhotel.com.tr. Çınar Hotel Fener Mevkii, Olivos Restaurant Soğukçeşme Sok. 26, Sultanahmet. Decorated in warm, brilliant colours, Olivos Yeşilköy. T: 0212 663 2900. Off map. T: 0212 512 4291- 0212 513 3660. F4. Restaurant’s award-winning culinary team offers Laledan Mediterranean and international cuisine in smart, Sekizİstanbul Boasting an open buffet breakfast with over 250 casual and comfortable surroundings. HHH Daily B, A popular spot with simple white décor, regulars items with 80% organic ingredients, and Arab, L & D. www.radissonblu.com. Radisson Blu Airport love the delicious treats from its pizza oven, snack Asian and sushi corner between 6.30am and 11am. Hotel, E-5 Karayolu 20, Küçükçekmece. selections and 37 tempting dishes, both Turkish Legendary Çırağan Brunch on Sundays from 12pm- T: 0212 411 3838. Off map. and international. HHH Daily L & D. Wed-Sat L, D & 4pm. Laledan Restaurant serves an all-day dining N. www.sekizistanbul.com. Kuloğlu Mah. Gazeteci Park Şamdan menu, with delicious comfort food and regional Erol Dernek Sok. 1, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 249 8924. C5. specialties. HHHH www.kempinski.com. Çırağan A classic venue in town, Park Şamdan offers Palace Kempinski İstanbul, Çırağan Cad. 32, an extensive menu of delicious Turkish and Sky Bar Beşiktaş. T: 0212 236 7333. B8. international delicacies. Wide variety of local and A la carte restaurant on the top floor of the Plaza foreign liquors and cocktails. HHH Mon-Sat L & D. Hotel with one of the finest panoramic views of La Torre www.parksamdan.com. Mim Kemal Öke Cad. 14, the city, featuring international cuisine and fine Exclusive Located in Le Méridien İstanbul Etiler, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 225 0710. A6. service. HHH Tue-Sun D. www.theplazahotel.com. featuring creative takes on Mediterranean and tr. Barbaros Bulvarı 165, The Plaza Hotel İstanbul, Park Şamdan Pera Turkish cuisine by award-winning chefs. Try the Balmumcu, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 370 2020. A8. stuffed köfte with cheek of beef, and the crab With its new location in the Rixos Pera Hotel, Park tartare appetizer. HHH Daily L & D. Şamdan offers fine dining featuring Turkish and Starboard Restaurant www.latorre-restaurant.com.tr. Le Meridien international specialities, plus exciting nightlife Enjoy al fresco dining complemented by a İstanbul Etiler, Cengiz Topel Cad. 39, Etiler. spiced up by Turkish music. HHH Mon-Fri L, D & N. spectacular setting along the Bosphorus. The T: 0212 3840000. Off map. www.parksamdan.com. Tamer Hatun, Meşrutiyet restaurant draws local and foreign guests with its Cad. 44, Tepebaşı. T: 0212 377 7000. C4. innovative Mediterranean menu highlighting fresh Leb-i Derya Richmond seafood dishes. HHHH Daily B, L & D. Çırağan Cad. This is an unexpected temple of delights with a Parlé 46, Radisson Blu Bosphorus Hotel, Ortaköy. This elegant and sophisticated restaurant serves menu including examples from world cuisines. T: 0212 310 1500. B8. Make it a point to try their mastic-infused pudding, fine international cuisine in its own unique style. and the special Derya cocktail. Minimalist décor, Highlights of the menu include filet mignon with Sultan Restaurant attentive service and a glorious panoramic view of Cafe De Paris sauce, roast duck and seafood salad Elegant, wood-dominated interior reminiscent of the Bosphorus. HHH Daily L & D. with goat cheese. HHHH Daily L & D. palaces surrounded by glass walls. The talented www.lebiderya.com. İstiklal Cad. 227, Richmond Zorlu Center, Zincirlikuyu Cad. Beşiktaş. kitchen team produces select flavours from Turkish Hotel, Beyoğlu, Taksim. T: 0212 243 4376. C5. T: 0212 353 6340. Off map. and world cuisines. HHHH Daily L & D. www.grandcevahirhotel.com. Grand Cevahir Hotel, Masa Picasso Restaurant Darülaceze Cad. Okmeydanı, Şişli. Dishes include salmon sashimi, bresaola followed Ottoman and Spanish cuisines are well represented T: 0212 314 4242. Off map. by grilled meat, poultry and fish courses, as well as on Picasso’s a la carte menu and in the buffet. pizza and pide from a wood oven. The chocolate HHH Daily L & D. www.barcelo.com. Txm People souffle is well worth the calories. Frequented by Millet Cad. 186, Barceló Eresin Topkapı. Txm People’s serves delicious Turkish and Nicole Rest welcomes the guests with its new menu, highlighting the lush and celebrities. HHH Daily L & D. T: 0212 631 1212. Off map. international dishes and offers 64 different wines. www.masainternational.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. The cocktail list is impressive, and with music plentiful produce the fertile Anatolian land offers.... Propaganda İstinyePark Shopping Centre 486, Sarıyer. covering tracks from the 70s onwards, offers Come and indulge yourself in the gastronomic journey paired with chateau-style This colourful and unusual İstanbul nightspot, T: 0212 345 5323. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). something for locals and visitors alike. delivers with DJ performances and delicious Turkish wines at our magnificent terrace overlooking Topkapı Palace, Prince Islands HH Daily B & L & D & N. www.cvkhotels.com. and beyond. Maybe Salomanje food. Propaganda’s stylish design is part of its CVK Hotels Taksim, Sıraselviler Cad. 11, Beyoğlu. Try local delicacies like stuffed chard, Turkish trademark, as is the delicious selection of world T: 0212 245 8383. C5. For further information please visit www.nicole.com.tr dumplings, mücver, cızbız köfte, çentik kebabı and cuisine, of which beetroot risotto and lamb shank mosaic cake in this great spot for lunch, a romantic confit with orange count among the favourites. Turkuaz Restaurant Tomtom Suites, Boğazkesen Cad. Tomtom Kaptan Sok. 18, Beyoğlu. Tel: 0212 292 44 67 dinner or Sunday brunch. Its bar is also highly HHH Mon-Sat L & D & N. Asmalimescit Mah. İstiklal Restaurant offering delightful international popular. HHH Daily L&D. www.salomanje.com.tr. Cad. Suriye Pasaji, 166-10, Beyoğlu. flavours. HHH Daily B, L & D. www.dedeman.com. Atiye Sok. 4/2, Teşvikiye. T: 0212 327 3577. A6. T: 0212 252 7181. C5. Dedeman İstanbul, Yıldız Posta Cad. 50, Esentepe. T: 0212 337 4500. A7. Midpoint Remina Restaurant Select varieties from international cuisines, warm In one of the most beautiful spots on Kalamış bay, Tuti architecture and unparalleled presentation. Among Remina serves a tempting selection of international In the middle of the city, this stylish restaurant Member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World

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HHHH Daily B, L & D. 6am-11pm. www.fratellilabufalaistanbul.com. Kar Kuyusu Sok. Bloom of the loveliest spots on the Bosphorus, welcomes www.fourseasons.com. Four Seasons Bosphorus, Trump Towers Mall, Zemin K:13 Şişli. lebanese This high-ceilinged spacious venue has another you with its Mediterranean food including salads, Çırağan Cad. 28, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 381 4059. A9. T: 0212 347 99 00. Off map. surprise – a wide green terrace filled with pastas, and pizzas cooked in a real wood oven. Al Bushra grapefruit, olive, pomegranate and orange trees. Its vast breakfast menu makes it the ideal place to Carluccio’s Jamie’s Italian Nestled on the 9th flor of Hilton İstanbul, Al Bushra The stars of the menu include dishes cooked in spend a long, relaxing weekend morning; at night The İstanbul branch of this restaurant, named after With a creative menu featuring authentic gourmet promises a delightful and unforgettable dining their stone oven; try beef tas kebabı, and köfte with Floripa turns into a bar featuring great DJ sets. famous chef Antonio Carluccio himself, serves dishes made with the freshest ingredients, Jamie’s experience featuring authentic Lebanese dishes kashar cheese, to name just a few. HH HHH Daily B, L, D & N. www.d-ream.com.tr. authentic Italian flavours in a relaxed, authentic menu includes delicious köfte, chicken with by expert chefs, select wines and a brathtaking Daily B, L & D. Ambarlı Dere Cad. 6, Ortaköy. Rumeli Hisarı, Baltalimanı Cad. No:4 Sarıyer. atmosphere. Check out their gourmet market. couscous, and treats from around the world, in a Bosphorus view. HHH Daily L & D. T: 0212 288 6582. Off map. T: 0212 287 6220. Off map. HHH Daily B, L & D. Kanyon Shopping Centre, warm, welcoming environment. HHH Daily L & D. www.hilton.com.tr. Hilton İstanbul, Cumhuriyet Büyükdere Cad. 165, Levent. T: 0212 353 0545. www.jamieoliver.com. Zorlu Center, Zincirlikuyu Cad. K:9, Harbiye. T: 0212 343 8081. B6. Flamingo Frankie Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Cad. Beşiktaş. T: 0212 353 6808. Off map. Mediterranean cuisine with a focus on Italian takes Boasting three different sections, choose from the centre stage at this high-end restaurant, which terrace, city lounge and main restaurant. Among Cento Per Cento La Terazza MEDITERRANEAN converts into a nightclub after dinner. Items include the most impressive offerings are their artichoke With a concept based on everyday Italian food, As the name implies, La Terazza’s main attraction pizzas, pastas and risottos, plus desserts including mücver in cheese fondue, and talaş börek on a starters are served in snack-sized portions so it’s (after its food) is its wide terrace for al fresco A’jia Restaurant chocolate mousse, chocolate tart and tiramisu. bed of beef. Or stop by in the evening and enjoy easy to sample a wide range of dishes. Chef’s dining, right on the shore of the Bosphorus. The With its unique fusion of contemporary The Prosecco cocktail comes highly recommended. live music along with their signature passion fruit MİYABİ homemade ravioli, fresh pastas and classical kitchen turns out delicious Neapolitan and Sicilian interior design and 18th-century architecture HHHH Mon-Sat L, D & N. www.flamingoist.com. cocktail. HHH Daily L, D & N. Sofa Hotel, Teşvikiye Akatlar Mah. Zeytinoğlu Cad. Neapolitan pizza by-the-meter are some of the specialities, with Italian wines and sauces, spices in a spectacular Bosphorus-front location, this Asker Ocağı Cad. 1, Taksim. Cad. 41, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 230 6666. A6. highlights. HHH Mon-Sat L & D. and cheeses imported straight from Sicily. HHH restaurant has a reputation for quality service. Yaren Sok. 6/14-15, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 232 6888. www.centopercento.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Daily D. www.reina.com.tr. Reina, Muallim Naci B6. T: 0212 352 0222. HHHH Daily B, L & D. www.ajiahotel.com. Galliard, The Zati Apt. 36, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 232 6202. A6. Cad. 44, Kuruçeşme. T: 0212 259 5919. A9. Çubuklu Cad. 27, A’jia Hotel, Ahmet Rasim Paşa Floripa Serving predominantly Spanish, French and Italian Yalısı, Kanlıca. T: 0216 413 9300. This restaurant, café and bar in Rumelihisarı, on one cuisine, specialities at this contemporary elegant boasts a menu with world flavours, plus a fine wine Da Mario Mama Off map. restaurant include homemade pastas, plus their cellar with over 200 selections. HHH Daily B, L & D. With a typical southern Italian atmosphere Extensive menu with pizzas straight from a special bread with walnuts, raisins and wine. www.themarmarahotels.com. The Marmara Taksim, and delicious Mediterranean dishes including wood oven, homemade pastas and salads. Well Tue-Sat L, D & N. Sun & Mon L & D. Taksim Meydanı. T: 0212 334 8300. B6. homemade fresh pastas and pizzas from the wood established in Rumeli Hisarı, Mama now welcomes oven. Extensive wine list. HHHH Daily L & D. guests in its delightfully stylish Nişantaşı location. www.thegalliard.com. Nispetiye Cad. 104, Etiler. Ulus 29 www.istanbuldoors.com.tr. Nispetiye Cad. HHH Daily B, L & D. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 7/2, Nişantaşı. T: 444 0 233. Off map. Flavours from around the world by international Dilhayat Sok. 7, Etiler. T: 0212 265 5186. Off map. T: 0212 241 1152. A6. Gozo chefs who prepare sushi and Mediterranean dishes As one might expect, Gozo Tapas Restaurant & plus Turkish specialties such as kebab and pide. Da Vittorio Mezzaluna Bar’s expertise is in tapas, but it goes beyond Dazzling panoramic view of Bosphorus. Booking Located in a boutique hotel, Da Vittorio’s mostly Mezzaluna serves cold appetizers and carpaccios, Spanish tradition to offer similar dishes – mezes required. HHHH Mon-Fri L & D, Sat-Sun D. southern Italian menu features plenty of vegetable thin crust pizzas baked in a wood oven, and fresh – from Turkey for a blend they call contemporary www.club29.com. Adnan Saygun Cad. Yol Sok. 71/1, dishes, with cheeses and pasta imported from hand-made pastas all in a colourful, cheerful tapas. Green lentil filled pastries, chicken in madras Ulus. T: 0212 358 2929. Off map. Sicily. In addition to dishes like osso bucco, there is atmosphere. HHH Daily L & D. also a selection of grilled meats and seafood. HHH www.mezzaluna.com.tr. Mim Kemal Öke Cad. 21, sauce, mussels in spicy sauce are must-tries. HH Veranda Grill & Bar Mon-Sat L & D. www.gozo.com.tr. Meşrutiyet Cad. Daily L & D. www.davittorioistanbul.com. Ansen Nişantaşı. T: 0212 231 3142. A6. Enjoy a wonderful combination of alfresco dining Suites, Meşrutiyet Cad. Ansen, 130, Şişhane. 94/A, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 251 5314. C4. with a Bosphorus view, and select Turkish and Mirror T: 0212 245 8817. C4. international dishes including delicious kebabs and This venue includes both a restaurant and bar in Halat Restaurant fresh charcoal-grilled fish and burgers. Or head to Del Mare a minimalist interior. Predominantly Italian menu Located inside the Rahmi M. Koç Museum, this the bar for a wonderful cocktail with a breathtaking Excellent location on the Bosphorus with a also offers delicacies from world cuisines. Chill-out restaurant boasts an eye-catching interior where İstanbul sunset. HHH www.hilton.com.tr. delightful view, especially inviting at sunset. cosy, groove, acid jazz and beach house music sailboats are used for décor. The menu is based on Daily D. Hilton İstanbul, Cumhuriyet Cad. Harbiye. Try specialities including mussel ravioli, paella, and between 4pm-8pm and after dinner. HHH Mediterranean cuisine with an extensive local and foreign wine list. HHH Daily L & D. T: 0212 343 8081. B6. fish on mashed eggplant. Also accessible by boat Daily L & D. www.mirrorbistro.com. Suadiye Park, from Kuruçeşme on the European side. HHHH A Blok 2, Suadiye. T: 0216 464 2710. Off map. www.halatrestaurant.com. Rahmi Koç Museum, Vogue Restaurant & Bar Daily L & D. www.del-mare.com. Kuleli Cad. 53/4, Kumbarhane Cad. 2, Hasköy, Sütlüce. Morini Located on the top floor of BJK Plaza, this elegant Çengelköy. T: 0216 422 5762. Off map. T: 0212 369 6616. B2. restaurant offers 70 different sushi varieties. From the décor to the quality service, Morini is Enjoy white and red house wines as well as olive Eataly pure New York. The home-made pastas reign Lacivert oils exclusively prepared for Vogue against a With 24 branches including New York, Chicago and supreme here; the favourite of celebrities such as Exquisite Mediterranean flavours combined with superb Bosphorus view. Reservations required. several Italian cities, this new venue of the market- Catherine Zeta Jones, Brad Pitt and Heidi Klum, its a most romantic Bosphorus view. The restaurant HHHH Daily L & D. www.istanbuldoors.com. restaurant chain offers top-quality Italian cheeses, dishes are created by Michelin-star chef Michael delights its guests with seasonally changing menus Spor Cad. BJK Plaza A Blok 48, Akaretler. pastas, sauces and more. Featuring fine food and White. HHHH Daily B, L & D. Daily B & L & D. and excellent seafood. Anything that comes out of the sea, from calamari to octopus, mussels and T: 0212 227 4404. B7. quality shopping, Eataly scores high points with its Zorlu Center, Zincirlikuyu Cad. Beşiktaş. pizzas and desserts HHH Daily 10am-11pm. T: 0212 353 6767. Off map. shrimp as well a vast selection of fish. Zorlu Center, Zincirlikuyu. www.eataly.com.tr. Brunch on Sundays. HHHH Daily L & D. Papermoon ITALIAN T: 0212 336 6600. Off map. www.lacivertrestaurant.com. Körfez Cad. 57/A, This elegant venue serves unique Italian delicacies. Anadolu Hisarı, Beykoz. T: 0216 413 4224. Off map. Antica Locanda Emporio Armani Ristorante Its spacious bar and café are open all day, and The former bakery of the Taxiarchis Greek This casual dining spot features a cafe and bar on loved by İstanbul high society. Reservations La Mancha Orthodox Church – İstanbul’s largest Ottoman- its lower floor. The furniture, dominated by ivory recommended. HHHH Daily L & D. Serving a mix of Italian, Moroccan and Spanish era Greek church – is now a restaurant serving and black, are accompanied by Armani sparkle on www.papermoon.com.tr. Nispetiye Cad. Akmerkez cuisine, La Mancha offers a delicious variety traditional Italian food. Favourite menu items the wall. The menu features outstanding traditional Shopping Centre 224, Etiler. T: 0212 282 1616. of hot and cold tapas dishes, fresh seafood include the Sardinian-style potatoes with mint and Italian and Mediterranian flavours including Shopping Centre Map (p.34). and Moroccan-style lamb tagine, along with stuffed homemade fagottini. HHH Wed-Sat L & D; scallops with cream sauce, capesante and classic 150 wine selections and cocktails. Daily L & D. Piola Tue-Sat D; Sun L. www.anticalocanda.com.tr. Italian panna cotta. HHH Daily L & D. İstinye Park www.lamancha.com.tr. Muallim Naci Cad. 107, Now boasting a branch in Turkey, international Magical Tastes Satış Meydanı 12, Arnavutköy. T: 0212 287 9745. 519, İstinye, Sarıyer. T: 0212 345 6140. Kuruçeşme. T: 0212 257 1144. Off map. chain Piola is known as the ‘pizzeria to the stars’ Tuti Restaurant continues to be the place to go in the centre of Taksim for top Turkish Off map. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). with regulars in its US branches including Will and international cuisine and choice wines. Award-winning chef Rudolf van Nunen’s Mia Mensa Aqua Fratelli La Bufala Smith and Jennifer Lopez. Three-quarters of beef goulash soup, paccheri pasta with a basil tomato sauce and parmesan, braised This restaurant, serving Mediterranean and Italian One of the most ambitious restaurants in İstanbul Known for its buffalo mozzarella, this restaurant is its menu consists of pizzas, with fresh toppings quince and baklava with cream come very highly recommended. cuisine plus international dishes, is enhanced by with its master chefs, unparalleled service and also famed for its Neapolitan-style pizzas. Taste including mozzarella, shrimp and porcini. its enchanting Bosphorus view. Try the flounder excellent location. Modern interior. Mainly the superb cheese on the pizzas themselves, and HHH Daily L & D. www.pointhotel.com. Point Otel The Marmara Taksim, Taksim Meydanı. T: 0212 334 8300. with lemon sauce, the four-cheese pizza and the Mediterranean and Italian dishes, minestrone soup, you can even order it in single 125- or 500-gram Barbaros, Esentepe, Yıldız Posta Cad. 29, Şişli. www.themarmarahotels.com tiramisu. HHH www.miamensa.com. Muallim Naci line caught sea bass filet, mixed sea-food plate. portions. Delicious! HHH Daily L & D. T: 0212 337 3000. A7. Cad. 64/C, Kuruçeşme. T: 0212 263 4214. Off map.

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Müzedechanga dessert served with tahini and ice cream. HHH Shopping Centre, this is home to event spaces plus Çintemani Restaurant The restaurant takes in breathtaking Bosphorus Daily L & D. Arap Camii Mah. Tersane Cad. 45/ 4, brands including Limonata, Bali Bey, Nezih Kebap, Named after one of the most important motifs in views and centuries-old pine trees, with an Grifin Han, Karaköy. T: 0212 293 1011. C5 Rumi Tantuni, Fiorucci, PapaBubble and Plus traditional Ottoman art, this venue is open all day. excellent menu to match. Be sure to try the fresh Kitchen. It’s an ‘avenue with a view’ which creates Menu inspired by the most distinguished dishes of blackeyed peas with hazelnut tarator, filet mignon the carefree spirit of the street. the Mediterranean and Ottoman Court cuisines. with green bulgur pilaf, tortellini with spinach and new anatolıan Karkuyusu Sok. Şişli. T: 0212 3487867. Off map. HHHH Daily B, L & D. Daily 6:30am-11pm. lor cheese, mosaic pastry and chestnut tiramisu. www.ritzcarlton.com. The Ritz-Carlton, İstanbul, Mikla HHH Tue-Sat L & D, Sat-Sun B. Elmadağ, Şişli. T: 0212 334 4188. Mikla opened in October 2005. The initial idea was Off map. www.changa-istanbul.com. Sakıp Sabancı Cad. 42, steakhouse to create a refined but contemporary “İstanbullu” Günaydın Atlıköşk, Emirgan. T: 0212 323 0901. Off map. Restaurant. Both the menu and the general feel Maçka Günaydın Et Restaurant This simply-decorated two-storey restaurant, with Orange Restaurant of the Restaurant reflect the Turkish-Scandinavian With a wood-dominated, historic feel, this spot a spacious garden, serves delicious kebabs and This venue offers the flavours of Moroccan, background of Mehmet Gürs. HHHH Mon-Sat D. serves a variety of kebabs and meats. Try the other grilled meats. The mainstays of the menu Algerian, Lebanese and Turkish cuisine. www.istanbulyi.com. The Marmara Pera, Meşrutiyet smoked meat platter, succulent steaks and the are the fındık lahmacun (an appetizer-sized version A wide variety of grills, daily set menus and Cad. 15, Taksim. T: 0212 293 5656. C4. hand-churned ayran HHH Daily L & D. of the familiar ‘Turkish pizza’), stuffed köfte and southern Mediterranean specialties promise www.gunaydinet.com. Swissôtel the Bosphorus, chopped kebabs, including their special pistachio a delightful experience. HHH Daily B, L & D. ottoman Bayıldım Cad. 2, Maçka. T: 0212 258 1203. B7. kebab. HHH Daily L&D. Suadiye Mah. Kazım Özalp www.orangemedgrill.com. Kayışdağ Cad. 1 /1, Sok. 58, Şaşkınbakkal. T: 0216 417 9209. Off map. N Burger İstanbul Marriot Hotel Asia, Ataşehir. Asitane Restaurant Karaköy Lokantası T: 0216 570 0038. Off map. Specializing in Ottoman Court cuisine, this is an This cosy restaurant’s menu includes the Nusret Located across from the customs house, this exciting venue with a menu based on the 1539 Burger, Lokum Burger and Sucuklu Burger, along Sunset Grill&Bar restaurant looks like a French bistro from the ‘Book of Feasts’. The menu offers specialties like with a selection of köfte and meats. The tulum This well-known İstanbul venue offers a outside, but the Ottoman style interior with its chestnut soup, shrimp-stuffed calamari, hassa cheese salad and baklava are some of its most magnificient Bosphorus view accompanied by an popular dishes. Daily L & D. www.d-ream.com.tr. turquoise tiles and wrought iron railings gives exclusive wine list and Mediterranean cuisine. börek, kırma chicken kebab, sea bass biryan and HHH Abdi Ipekçi Cad. 57/A, Reasürans Çarşısı, Nişantaşı. the feel of a warm, welcoming tavern. Specialities Bar opens in the evenings, offering an entertaining saffron-scented zerde for dessert. Daily L & D. www.asitanerestaurant.com. Kariye Camii Sok. 6, T: 0212 231 2470-71. A6. include mezes like mashed broad beans and night with a DJ. Booking required. HHHH smoked octopus, plus skewered lamb and fish Edirnekapı. T: 0212 635 7997. C2. Mon-Sat L & D. www.sunsetgrillbar.com. Nusr-Et pastrami. HHH Daily L & D. Kemankeş Cad. 37/A, Adnan Saygun Cad. Yol Sok. 2, Ulus. Matbah In keeping with Nusret’s decor, meats are brought Karaköy. T: 0212 292 4455. D5. T: 0212 287 0357-58. Off map. Offering authentic specialities from Ottoman on teak planks and served on white porcelain. The Palace cuisine in an historical setting, Matbah in restaurant focuses on meat, salads and wine; meats Ma’na Topaz are cooked to order. HHH Daily L & D. Nispetiye A nostalgic venue with a meyhane atmosphere, Chic restaurant offering traditional and modern the Historical Peninsula is surrounded by iconic Cad. 87, Etiler. T: 0212 358 3022. serving Turkish delicacies with Turkish semi- Turkish/Mediterranean cuisine. The traditional buildings like Topkapı Palace and Hagia Sophia. Off map. HHH Daily B, L&D. www.matbahrestaurant.com. classical music in the background. The impressive Turkish menu includes yuvarlama soup and chard The Market Bosphorus Caferiye Sok. 6/1, Sultanahmet. rakı menu offers 33 different varieties. As in any stuffed with meat and bulgur; the modern menu Minimalist design meets classic Turkish and world meyhane, the mezes reign supreme; they also serve features roasted cheek of beef, celeriac puree, T: 0212 514 6151. F4. cuisine, with classic meats, steaks and burgers, plus a very good kadayıf pastry for dessert. crème brulée with foie gras and sweet marsala Tuğra Restaurant foie gras and a selection of seafood. Daily B, HHH Mon-Sat L&D. Kemankeş Mah. Fransız Geçidi sauce. HHH Daily L & D. www.topazistanbul.com. A favourite of gourmets, this venue serves classical L & D. HHH Kuruçeşme Mah. Muallim Naci Cad. 56, 53/8, Karaköy. T: 0212 293 0993. D5. İnönü Cad. Devres Han 50, Gümüşsuyu. Ottoman dishes accompanied by live Turkish Kuruçeşme. T: 0212 257 4111. A9. T: 0212 249 1001. B6. classical music in an authentic atmosphere on the Meze waterfront. HHHH Daily D. Here you will find a rich selection of savoury Winston Brasserie, The appetizers and Ottoman specialities in a modern This elegantly and meticulously decorated venue www.kempinski-istanbul.com. Çırağan Cad. 32, thaı Çırağan Palace Kempinski İstanbul, Beşiktaş. presentation with outstanding service. really stands out. On the menu, Italian pizzas, ÇokÇok Thai Restaurant & Bar T: 0212 258 3377. www.conrad.hilton.com.tr. Daily 6pm-11pm. pastas and risottos are paired with traditional wines B8. Rich authentic Thai menu in a sophisticated HHHHH Conrad Hotel, Beşiktaş. of Turkey’s Urla region. Try their delicious salads, setting. Created by an award-winning female Thai T: 0212 310 2525. Off map. and chicken, meat and fish marinated in a special PUB chef, designed by renowned Singaporean architect sauce for a feast fit for a king – and top it off with a Kay Ngee Tan, and managed by a London-trained Peymane splendid dessert. HHH Şair Nedim Cad. 3, Beşiktaş, Divan Pub Elmadağ management team. HHH Daily L & D. Located in a five-storey registered historical Akaretler. T: 212 259 9919. B7. The extensive and tempting menu includes a range www.cokcok.com.tr. Meşrutiyet Cad. 51, Tepebaşı. building, the restaurant also contains a charcuterie of local specialties, including döner kebab. T: 0212 292 6496. with fine cheeses and cold meats. Above the X Restaurant C4. Daily B & L & D. www.divan.com.tr. Divan İstanbul, entrance is a VIP salon, with an indoor dining room New venue located on the 6th floor of the Asker Ocağı Cad. 1, Taksim. T: 0212 315 5500. B6. Pera Thai on the top floor. The kebab grill lends an elegant İstanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts. Mainly Outstanding presentation of Thai cuisine, which decorative touch. HHH Daily L & D. Mediterranean menu offers risottos, pastas, pizzas Ph Pub has risen to prominence in recent years. Jazz and www.peymane-lacucina.com. and desserts plus Turkish dishes. HHH Daily L & D. A wide variety of appetizer buffets, grills and ethnic music tunes provide a smooth ambiance for Tomtom, Boğazkesen Cad. 65/1, Tophane. www.xrestaurantbar.com. Sadi Konuralp Cad. 5, desserts are served from 11:30am to 8:30pm in PH dinners. Original flavours and exotic atmosphere T: 0212 244 0955. C5. Şişhane. T: 0212 244 7101. C5. pub on the lobby floor. HHH Mon-Sat L & D. from Thailand brought to guests in a simple interior www.theplazahotel.com.tr. Barbaros Bulvarı 165, decorated with authentic objects. Raika Yelken Restaurant The Plaza Hotel İstanbul, Balmumcu, Beşiktaş. Boasting lovely Bosphorus views, this modern Mon-Sat L & D. HHH www.perathai.com. The immensely varied cuisine of Anatolia is T: 0212 370 2020. A8. restaurant serves an excellent selection of classical Meşrutiyet Cad. 74/A,Beyoğlu. served in an innovative presentation, with strong Turkish fish dishes plus original Mediterranean T: 0212 245 5726. C4. emphasis of seasonal ingredients. Located on flavours including moules marineieres, surf and sPECIAL SPOTS the terrace floor of The Marmara Taksim, and turf, seafood linguini and paella. HHH Daily L & boasting a panoramic view of the city, the bar with D. www.yelkenrestaurant.com. Köybaşı Cad. 58, Mahalle TURKISH its magnificent view is the perfect spot for early Located on the top floor of City’s Nişantaşı evening get-togethers. HHHH Daily L, D & N. Yeniköy. T: 0212 262 9490. Off map. Casita shopping centre, Mahalle offers a variety of Try Something Thai! The Marmara Taksim Hotel, 20/F, Taksim. Very popular for its mantı, a Turkish dumpling services under one roof from a butcher to a flower The restaurant that introduced İstanbul to Thai cuisine, ÇokÇok’s architecture and T: 0212 2433773. C5. served with yoghurt, and tripe soup, Casita also MODERN OCAKBAŞI shop, greengrocer, bookstore and coffee shop. authentic décor creates the magical atmosphere of Asia. Boasting a wide selection of offers temptations like Bodrum’s famous çökertme Refik Restaurant There’s something for every need and occasion. kebab, garlic mushroom casserole and “paper delicious dishes, the service is fantastic, and a lounge bar with Chillout and World Music One of the best taverns in town for 65 years, Ali Daily 10am-10pm. www.citysnisantasi.com. With a view of the historic peninsula, high ceilings doll” dessert. This restaurant is open 24 hours completes a great evening out. this spot is an İstanbul classic with its congenial Teşvikiye Cad. 162, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 373 3333. A6. and a modern design, Ali’s menu is devoted mainly daily. HH Daily L&D. www.casita.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Meşrutiyet Cad. 51, Tepebaşı. T: 0212 292 6496. atmosphere. Pastırma in paper, Albanian style fried to kebabs and meats. Specialities include their Trump Cadde Cad. Atiye Sok. 3, Nişantaşı. diced liver, and lamb roulade are just a few of its signature Ali Kebap and the traditional pumpkin Located on the terrace floor of Trump Towers T: 0212 327 8293. A6. delightful specialities. HHH Mon-Sat D.

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www.refikrestaurant.com. Asmalımescit Cad. Radisson Blu Hotel, İstanbul Asia, Yakut Cad. Okka Nazik, pistachio and garlic kebab. An open buffet Sofyalı Sok. 6, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 243 2834. C4. Ataşehir. T: 0216 579 1100. Off map. With turquoise ceramic columns and antique breakfast served on Sundays offers a unique diamond-cut mirrors, Okka is definitely not your Antep-style menu. HHH Daily B, L & D. Seasons Dai Pera usual kebab restaurant. A welcoming atmosphere www.kasibeyaz.com.tr. Florya, Şenlikköy, Çatal Sok. Spacious antique-themed interior surrounded Blending İstanbul’s vast history of Balkan, combines with a unique selection of mezes and 19, T: 0212 444 1040. Off map. Yeniköy, Köybaşı by glass. Seasons Restaurant serves Turkish Rumelian, Albanian, Jewish and Armenian kebab. Highly recommended are the beef ribs, Cad. 19, T: 0212 468 1717. Off map. specialities featuring local products Braised elements with a modern vision, the venue offers lamb küşneme (the finest cut of meat for kebab), Artichoke, Hengel Ravioli, cold cress-nettle soup traditional İstanbul flavours including white bean steaks and the wonderfully varied meze plate. Konyalı Kanyon and puff pastry with lamb ragout. HHHH Daily B, stew with meat, Albanian-style liver, baked mantı HHH Daily L & D. www.wistanbul.com.tr. Konyalı is run by the fourth generation of the L & D, Sunday brunch. www.fourseasons.com. HH and quince dessert. Mon-Thu 9am-2am. W İstanbul, Süleyman Seba Cad. 22, 3/F, Akaretler. family, Mehmet Eren Doğanbey. Exclusive concept Tevfikhane Sok. 1, Four Seasons Sultanahmet Fri&Sat 9am-4am. Sun 10am-2am. Yeni Çarşı Cad. T: 0212 381 2189. B7. and ambiance, the fine menu and luxurious Hotel, Sultanahmet. T: 0212 402 3000. E5. 54, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 252 8099. C5. presentation on gold-plated service all add up to Sofyalı 9 Divan Lokanta TURKISH (tradıtıonal) a memorable meal. HH Daily L & D. Turkish and Greek tunes provide the background Divan Lokanta creates an innovative menu by www.konyalilokantasi.com. Büyükdere Cad. 185, to warm conversation, while at least 25 mezes combining the best of Turkish and Mediterranean Beyti Kanyon Shopping Centre, Levent. tempt the taste buds - firm classis like chard stuffed dining, plus Divan’s signature dishes. The Frequented by kings, prime ministers, celebrities T: 0212 353 0450. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). with mince meat, çoban kavurma, fincan pastry copper-leaf bar and ceiling-hung glass sculptures and high society, this restaurant enjoys worldwide and Arabian style diced fried liver, to seafood shimmering golden red set the tone in an inviting fame for its meat dishes. An indisputable master of Konyalı Lokantası Topkapı Sarayı delicacies like mussels in red wine sauce, grilled and elegant atmosphere, with countless vintage meat cookery with a dish named after him, owner Once home to the Ottoman Sultans, Topkapı shrimp and octopus. Daily L, D&N. wines in illuminated racks. HHH Daily L & D. Beyti Güler handpicks the ingredients. Its chorcoal Palace now offers its unparalleled Bosphorus view www.sofyali.com.tr. Asmalımescit Cad. Sofyalı Sok. www.divan.com.tr. Divan İstanbul, Asker Ocağı grilled meats are divine. HHH Tue-Sun L & D. to diners. Enjoy the views and historical ambiance 9, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 252 3810. www.beyti.com. Orman Sok. 8, Florya. C4. Cad. 1, Taksim. T: 0212 315 5500. B6. while savouring fine Turkish cuisine. Specialties T: 0212 663 2991. Off map. Yeni Lokanta include stuffed lamb, hünkar beğendi, islim kebabı FerahFeza and a rich selection of desserts. HHH Wed-Mon L & Rustical, and decorated simply with tiles, trees With décor alluding to the local artisan tradition, Darüzziyafe D. www.konyalilokantasi.com. Topkapı Palace. and flowers, Yeni Lokanta serves traditional dishes this new venue boasts two breezy terraces Superb Turkish cuisine, with a lengthy menu T: 0212 513 9696. E5. made with ingredients from Anatolia. The bulgur overlooking Galata Tower and the Historic reflecting centuries of Turkish dining traditions. salad with sour cherries, mantı filled with dried Located in the Süleymaniye complex and Peninsula. Favourites on the menu include salmon Köşebaşı eggplant and rice pudding with hazelnuts are some seating over 1000, Darüzziyafe is an ideal place in vine leaves with tahini sauce, and bean casserole This internationally-recognized chain restaurant of the must-try offerings. HH Mon-Sat L & D. to experience select Turkish dishes along with with grilled octopus. HHH Daily B, L, D & N. offers meat dishes from Adana and Tarsus region www.lokantayeni.com. Kumbaracı Yokuşu 66, delicious sherbets and desserts. HH Daily L & www.ferahfeza-ist.com. Kemankeş Cad. 31/5, based on traditional recipes. The gavurdağı Toros, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 292 2550. C5. D. www.daruzziyafe.com.tr. Şifahane Cad. 4, Karaköy. T: 0212 243 5154-55. D5. Abaganos fındık lahmacun, şaşlık kebab and Süleymaniye. T: 0212 511 8414. E3. Zeyrekhane Gile Restaurant semolina halvah are especially good. Playground Near the Zeyrek mosque, originally part of a Develi Young chefs Cihan Kıpçak and Üryan Doğmuş add available for the kids. HH Daily L & D. monastary, and entered through old wooden Located on legendary Kalamış Bay, Develi offers a contemporary edge to familiar flavours, creating www.kosebasi.com. Bronz Sok. 5, Maçka, houses, this restaurant offers a breathtaking view of a delightful atmosphere and stylish decor. Fine new flavours such as filet mignon with fenugreek, T: 0212 230 3868. A6. Süleymaniye Mosque, the Blue Mosque and other Gaziantep and Turkish specialties include Ali Nazik 24-hour lamb shank, and Saroz shrimp grilled over historic landmarks from its terrace. The Turkish kebab, küşneme, maş piyazı, muhammara, and Mabeyin red pine. HHH Daily L & D. cuisine is complemented by a warm and nostalgic Antep style stuffed dried eggplants. HHH Located in the historical Mabeyinci Manor. Enjoy www.gilerestaurant.com. Şair Nedim Cad. interior filled with original paintings, imperial Daily L & D. www.develikebap.com. Akaretler, Sıra Evler B Blok. 14, Akaretler. traditional Turkish cuisine in an exquisite setting. edicts, quilted turbans, calligraphy and ornate tiles, Münir Nurettin Selçuk Cad. Kalamış Marina, Ideal choice for those who want to combine history HHH T: 0212 327 1166. A7/B7. all originals.www.zeyrekhane.com. Kadıköy. T: 0216 418 9400. Off map. with the distinct flavours of southeastern Turkish Tue-Sun B, L & D. Zeyrek Mah. İbadethane Arkası Münferit Feriye Lokantası cuisine in a quiet, peaceful atmosphere. HHH Sok. 10, Zeyrek, Fatih. T: 0212 532 2778. D3. This chic, modern tavern-style restaurant is right at Historical building that housed a police station a Daily L & D. www.mabeyin.com. Eski Kısıklı Cad. the entrance of the Galata Residence. The menu century ago. Menu offers Turkish and Ottoman A Popular Spot! 129, Kısıklı. T: 0216 422 5580. Off map. offers a combination of traditional and modern cuisines, with excellent Bosphorus views and stylish After you’ve enjoyed a dinner of Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine at Frankie İstanbul, TURKISH (MODERN) flavours, including marinated sea bass, hot grilled Nar Lokanta ambiance. Specialities include sauteed lamb one of the city’s most exclusive restaurants, head up to the terrace to savour a cocktail: Boğaziçi Borsa shrimp on humus, black couscous with mussels, With its menu of traditional Turkish and Ottoman fillet and pumpkin dessert. Heated terrace in their fabulous mojitos or a ginseng and guarana martini come highly recommended! poached sea bass with clams, and shredded cheek A classic in İstanbul dining, this restaurant’s winter. HHHH Daily L & D. www.feriye.com. Çırağan specialities, Nar Lokanta celebrates the Ottoman updated menus capture the flavours of Turkish of beef with orzo. HHH Mon-Sat D. Yeni Çarşı Cad. Sofa Hotel, Teşvikiye Cad. 41, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 230 6666. culinary tradition. Outstanding dishes include Cad. 40, Ortaköy. T: 0212 227 2216. Off map. cuisine with a Western twist. The result is stunning. 19, Taksim. T: 0212 252 5067. C5. stuffed köfte, palace-style mantı, and şekerpare Paintings by famous artists exhibited in the Hacı Abdullah Lokantası with figs and poppyseeds. HHH Mon-Sat L & D. entrance welcome guests into this elegant venue. A long-established restaurant with a 121-year www.hamdirestorant.com.tr. Tahmis Cad. Kanaat Lokantası www.narlokantasi.com. Armaggan, Nuruosmaniye HHH Daily L & D. www.borsa.com. history, ensuring continuity of Ottoman culinary Kalçın Sok. 11, Eminönü. Kanaat offers a stunning menu of 100-120 dishes Cad. 65, K:5, Beyazıt. T: 0212 522 2800. E4. Lütfi Kırdar Convention & Exhibition Centre, tradition, serves specialities including lamb-based T: 0212 512 5424. D4. prepared daily including meat dishes, olive oil Harbiye. T: 0212 232 4201. meat dishes as well as soups and pilafs. A6. dishes, desserts, ice creams and yoghurt. Pandeli HH Daily L & D. www.haciabdullah.com.tr. Havuzlu Lokanta An İstanbul classic located in the Egyptian Market, Borsa No alcohol. HH Daily L & D. Daily 6:30pm-11:30pm. Atıf Yılmaz Cad. 9, Taksim. T: 0212 293 8561. C5. Experience five centuries of history in this its walls are covered with glamorous İznik tiles. A classic in İstanbul dining, this restaurant’s www.kanaatlokantasi.com.tr. Selmanipak Cad. 9, restaurant nestled in the Grand Bazaar, featuring With its Turkish delicacies, Pandeli is an ideal stop updated menus capture the flavours of Turkish Hacıbey Kebapçısı Üsküdar. T: 0216 341 5444. D8. exquisite Ottoman architecture. Specialties among cuisine with a Western twist. The result is stunning. Branch of one of Bursa’s famous kebab houses during a visit to the old city and the markets. its home-style dishes include mashed eggplant, Kandilli Borsa Paintings by famous artists exhibited in the serving in İstanbul since 1993. Traditional delicacies HH Daily L. www.pandeli.com.tr. Mısır Çarşısı 1, roasted lamb and Abant-style kebab. HH Mon-Sat Excellent ambiance in the garden of the historical entrance welcome guests into this elegant venue. including İskender kebab, döner, lentil soup, Eminönü. T: 0212 527 3909. E5. HHH Daily L&D. www.borsa.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. shepherd’s salad, and Kemalpaşa dessert with L. www.havuzlurestaurant.com. Gani Çelebi Sok. 3, Adile Sultan Palace on a hilltop overlooking a Safran İstinyePark Shopping Centre, Sarıyer. cheese and mastic. H Daily L & D. Kapalıçarşı, Eminönü. T: 0212 527 3346. E4. dazzling Bosphorus view. Top Ottoman palace dishes and traditional Turkish cuisine, the menu Multi-award winning venue with a magnificent T: 0212 345 5333. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). www.hacibeykebapcisi.com. Teşvikiye Cad. 8/B, Hünkar Nişantaşı Nişantaşı. T: 0212 231 7134. also includes surprising blends of Mediterranean, Bosphorus view matched by a Turkish and A6. Cosy, spacious, serving traditional Turkish dishes Core Grill & Bar and Far Eastern cuisines. HHH Daily L & D. Ottoman-themed menu and interior. Live classical and desserts. Popular choices include wrapped Radisson Blu Hotel, İstanbul Asia’s restaurant Hamdi Et Lokantası www.borsarestaurant.com. Adile Sultan Sarayı, Turkish music every Wed and Fri. HHH Daily D. liver, tandoori lamb stew and lamb casserole with is bright, relaxed and friendly. Ingredients from A classic İstanbul dining experience, this Vaniköy Cad. 12, Vaniköy, Üsküdar. istanbul.intercontinental.com.tr. Ceylan various cuisines blend harmoniously with Turkish REVMA BALIK restaurant’s glass-covered terrace offers a yoghurt; for a truly Turkish dining experience T: 0216 460 0304. Off map. Intercontinental İstanbul, Asker Ocağı Cad. 1, dishes, with the chef’s specialties including chicken Arnavutköy, Bebek Cad. 7, Beşiktaş. panoramic view of the city. With more than 40 try the lamb’s trotter soup, hünkar beğendi and Taksim. T: 0212 368 4444. B6. schnitzel with kadayıf pastry and their Core kebab. T: 0212 263 5060. kebabs on the menu; plum kebab and poppy seed semolina halvah. HH Daily L & D. Mim Kemal Öke Kaşıbeyaz HH Daily L & D. www.radissonblu.com. kebab are highly recommended. HHH Daily L&D. Cad. 21, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 225 4665. A6. Specialities on the menu include kebabs like Ali

64 WHERE İstanbul I April 2014 April 2014 I İstanbUl WHERE 65 ESSENTIALS ESSENTIALS USEFUL INFORMATION Emergency, Medical Emergency Ambulance Public. Open 24 hours. T: 112. Medline Private ambulance service. Open 24 hours. T: 0212 331 2000-444 1212. American Hospital Vehbi Koç Foundation American Hospital is a foundation-owned, acute general care hospital. Each year the Hospital serves 150.000 patients, providing a comprehensive array of primary care and specialty services. The medical staff includes over 500 active and visiting physicians. The Hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission International. www.amerikanhastanesi.org. Güzelbahçe Sok. 20, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 444 3777. Medamerican Outpatient Clinic MedAmerican Outpatient Clinic, located on the Asian side of İstanbul, is an outpatient clinic of the American Hospital. The clinic offers a wide array of medical, surgical, and ancillary health care services. www.medamerikan.com. Cemil Topuzlu Cad. 46 Çiftehavuzlar. T: 0216 468 2555.

Emergency, Dental Byomed Private medical centre that puts patient Ask The Concierge satisfaction first and approaches patients with empathy, offering services with a live support system. www.byomed.com.tr. ByOtell, Kozyatağı This month we spoke with Atakan Akın, concierge at Sarı Kanarya Sok. 14. T: 0216 571 6140. Ceylan Intercontinental Hotel about his favourite things Dentistanbul First and only dedicated dental hospital in Turkey. to do in İstanbul. Specialised and experienced staff, fully equipped operating room, ambulance and bed services. www.dentistanbul.com.tr. Yıldız Cad. 71, Beşiktaş. hat is happening in İstanbul this neighbourhoods such as Ortaköy, Balat, T: 0212 444 0347. month – anything visitors should Kadıköy, Rumeli Hisarı, Cihangir and Pharmacies do? One of Istanbul’s most Karaköy all have their own special charms W Pharmacies are open during day until 7:30pm. international flights but mainly domestic flights, outstanding cultural events is the Istanbul and are well worth visiting. Every day, a different pharmacy remains open Gezidükkanları 7, Taksim. T: 0212 444 2538. airports plus all the budget airlines. Transport to and from Film Festival, taking place 5-22 April. Also, for 24 hours as a night pharmacy in every Atlasjet Tell us about the hotel’s restaurants? the airport include city buses, and taxis. As the neighbourhood. The names of the night www.atlasjet.com. T: 0212 444 3387. İstanbul has two major international airports; one the top composer and pianist Fazıl Say There are many! City Lights Restaurant airport is far away from central locations, ground pharmacies are displayed on the window of on the European side and the other on the Asian performs on 8 April at Zorlu Center PSM. British Airways services provider Havataş also runs buses to and & Bar is an exclusive venue offering every pharmacy. Pharmacists can check blood side. www.britishairways.com.tr. Maslak Mah. Bilim Sok. If your guests only had one day to spend tasty snacks and premium cocktails; pressure, dress minor wounds and provide from Kozyatağı and Taksim. 5, K:15, Şişli. T: 0212 367 9292. Atatürk Airport Havataş Call Center T: 0212 444 0487. in Istanbul, what sights would you Safran Restaurant offers a mixture of recommendations on medical assistance. The first and largest of İstanbul’s two airports www.havas.com.tr. www.treczane.com. Emirates this is situated 24km west of the city centre, on recommend? The first destination for any Ottoman Palace delicacies and traditional Sabiha Gökçen Airport T: 0216 585 5000. www.emirates.com. Şişli Plaza, 19 Mayıs Cad. 5/7, the European side. With both international and visitor to İstanbul is the Historical Peninsula. Turkish fare. Internationally recognised Useful Numbers www.sabihagokcen.aero. A Blok K:8, Şişli. T: 0212 315 4545. domestic flights operating round the clock, it The main historical treasures include Hagia by the Acadêmie Internationale de la İstanbul Directory, 11811. Gulf Air boasts fully equipped emergency health services. LOST LUGGAGE OFFICE Sophia, Blue Mosque, Yerebatan Cistern, Gastronomie, it also has live Turkish fasıl Turkcell Directory 11832. , www.gulfair.com. Cumhuriyet Cad. 131, Harbiye. The airport is accessible by metro; however, a taxi Sabiha Ökçen Airport: International Terminal Lost Avea Directory 11855. the Archaeology Museum, Topkapı Palace music. The Veranda Restaurant & Lounge , T: 0212 231 3450. is recommended, particularly if carrying heavy Luggage Office T: 0216 588 8802. Domestic Vodafone Directory, 11842. and Süleymaniye Mosque, to name just a offers alfresco dining, and The Brasserie luggage. Regular shuttle buses run by ground Terminal Lost Luggage Office T: 0216 588 8650. Same Area Calls, just the 7 digit number. KLM services provider Havataş approx every 30 mins few. serves an open-buffet breakfast that will Area Codes in İstanbul, Europen Side: 212, www.klm.com.tr. Emirhan Cad. 145, Atakule A Blok depart to and from Taksim, stopping at Aksaray, What’s the best way of experiencing leave no one hungry! Asian Side: 216. K:14, Dikilitaş, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 310 1900. Etiler and Bakırköy. Check for schedule. AIRPORT TRANSFER the Bosphorus? Where do you like to go in İstanbul From Area to Area, 0+area code+number Lufthansa Havaş Call Center T: 0212 444 0487. Havataş: Offers shuttle services to and from the International, 0+0+ country code+area www.lufthansa.com.tr. Atatürk Airport International One of the world’s most breathtaking cities, in your spare time? www.havas.com.tr. airport every half hour between Atatürk Airport- code+number. Terminal, Yeşilköy. T: 0212 354 8888. Istanbul is divided in two by the Bosphorus Salt Galata is a gallery that I enjoy visiting. Atatürk Airport Enq T: 0212 463 3000. Taksim and Sabiha Gökcen Airport-Kadıköy / waterway, and one of the best ways to In terms of restaurants, I love the newly Pegasus Airlines www.ataturkairport.com. Sabiha Gökcen Airport-Taksim. enjoy it is to take the long tour on one of opened Surplus, next to Galata Bridge, and airLINEs www.flypgs.com. T: 0212 444 0737. LOST LUGGAGE OFFICE www.havatas.com.tr. T: 444 44 36. Istanbul’s iconic ferry boats. many high quality fish restaurants along Air France Singapore Airlines Atatürk Airport: TAV-(International and Domestic www.airfrance.com.tr. www.singaporeair.com. EGS Business Park Plazaları Terminals Lost Luggage Office) T: 0212 465 3000. Could you recommend a few spots the Bosphorus – some of my favourites Emirhan Cad. 145 Atakule A Blok Dikilitaş, Beşiktaş. B2, K:8, 278, Yeşilköy. T: 0212 463 1800. Sabiha Gökçen Airport GETTING AROUND off the beaten track? include Park Fora, Posedion and Mira Balık. T: 0212 310 1919. Eating fresh fish is a must for all visitors in Turkish Airlines (Thy) Located on the Asian side, Sabiha Gökçen Airport Buses The Historical Peninsula is important Anadolu Jet www.turkishairlines.com. Cumhuriyet Cad. is 40km from Kadıköy, 12km from Pendik and 50km City buses are run by the İstanbul Metropolitan Istanbul! and shouldn’t be missed. But other www.anadolujet.com.tr. Cumhuriyet Cad. Gezidükkanları 7, Taksim. T: 0212 444 0849. from Taksim. A smaller airport, this has some Municipality. Payment is with the İstanbul Kart – an

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electronic card purchased for a deposit fee at sales İdo Nostalgic Bosphorus Tours Rentel Greece, www.greekembassy.org.tr. Turnacıbacı points. Valid on buses, trams, metro and ferries, V.I.P. • Eminönü Dep. 10:35am - 1:35pm • Beşiktaş Dep. Providing a top-notch car rental service to Sok. 32, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 393 8290. it is easily charged at machines located in many 10:50am - 1:50pm • Anadolu Kavağı Dep. 3pm - İstanbul’s visitors with its expert rental staff. BOSPHORUS TOURS stations, and provides half-price transfers. 5pmT: 444 44 36. Dependable, well-equipped luxury car fleet, chauf- Germany, www.germanembassyank.com. Ticket prices vary according to distance. feured vehicles, rental and VIP transfer services, Private Bosphorus Yacht Tours İsmet İnönü Cad. 16/18, Gümüşsuyu. Bosphorus Tours By Private Boats www.iett.gov.tr. with efficient, quality service. These VIP yachts will give you a Bosphorus T: 0212 334 6100. Information Line T: 0800 211 6068, Half-day tours on private boats. Historical venues experience like no other. Recommended by www.rentel.com.tr. Irmak Cad. Kaşkaval Sok. 21, India, www.indembassy.org.tr. Headquarters T: 0212 245 0720. such as the Çırağan Palace and Beylerbeyi Palace Istanbul’s finest hotels including the Swiss Hotel, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 444 1 434 Cumhuriyet Cad. 18/7, Dörtler Apt. Elmadağ. may also be included in the programme. Four Seasons, The Ritz Carlton and more, our Ferries www.plantours.com. T: 0212 234 7777. T: 0212 296 2131. City ferries operate out from Sirkeci, Eminönü yachts will give you all the comforts of a 5-star

and Karaköy piers all day long to the Bosphorus, Swissôtel sıghtseeıng hotel as you enjoy the beauty of the Bosphorus. Italy, www.consistanbul.esteri.it. Boğazkesen A special occasion in one of our yachts will go Cad. Tom Tom Kaptan Sok. 15, Tophane, Beyoğlu. the Asian side, and Princess Islands. Small Group Sightseeing Owned by the hotel, İstanbul 1 and İstanbul Magical İstanbul from special to unforgettable. T: 0212 252 5437. Visit www.sehirhatlari.com.tr. for the latest 2, extend the elegance of Swissôtel to the This excellent travel company invites you to updated timetables. T: 0212 444 1851. From $75 On Full Day Tours Bosphorus as well with their fine decor and food www.kiraliktekneler.com. Halil Rıfat Paşa Mah. take the journey of a lifetime. Discover all that Japan, Büyükdere Cad. 209, Tekfen Tower K:10, service. Brunch, lunch and dinner served during Ertan Sok. İstanbul Apt. No: 26 / 1-3 Şişli Istanbul and Turkey have to offer with their unique 4. Levent. T: 0212 317 4600. Metro the tours. T: 0212 326 1100 ext. 8272. T: 0212 251 5272. Punctual, reliable, efficient and economic itineraries to take you across this ancient land. Korea, Kaptanpaşa Mah. Piyale Paşa Bulvarı, public transport, the underground trains are an Sea Taxis Whether you’re discovering the metropolis of Orta Doğu Plaza K:19, Okmeydanı, Şişli. especially good way to avoid the rush hour traffic. www.deniztaksi.com.tr. T: 0212 444 4498. Istanbul or wandering through Cappadocia's YACHT T: 0212 368 8398. Buy tokens from vending machines at stations otherworldly fairy chimneys, Magical Istanbul Su Samuru Latilla and Matilda or use an İstanbul Kart (see buses), which can be offers a wide variety of experiences, tailor-made Malaysia, Halaskargazi Cad. 150, Çankaya Apt. 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Which of İstanbul’s historic and cultural Where do you like shopping in İstanbul? areas do you like to visit? Two shopping centres I really like are Historia My favourite places are the İstanbul on Vatan Caddesi, and Arena Park. I like Archaeological Museum, the Pera Museum, Historia because it’s small, and Arena Park Yıldız Park and the Balat district. for the many different activities it offers in addition to shopping.

Which restaurant and dishes first come to mind at the mention of Turkish and Ottoman cuisine? Tuğra Restaurant is one of the rare places that really does justice to Ottoman cuisine. Both their food and their şerbets are wonderful. For dishes, I’d recommend the mutacena, lamb neck with Necati plums, and gemici böreği. What about other restaurants in İstanbul? Yılmaz When I want to dine on other cuisines, my first choices are Maiden’s Tower and Taksim [Manager of Matbah Restaurant] My House. I also love the lively restaurants Located in the middle of the and street festivities in Kumkapı. Historic Peninsula, Matbah Restaurant serves Ottoman palace delicacies based on recipes gleaned from historical records and antique cookbooks. We chatted with its manager, Necati Yılmaz, about İstanbul and his ideal day in the city.

Do you have a favourite neighbourhood? İstanbul is one of the world’s oldest cities; it’s What are your favourite nightlife spots? a place where you can wander around and I love going for a drink on the terrace of 5. feel as if you’re in the past. I especially love Kat restaurant, and concerts at Jolly Joker. the streets and alleys in Sultanahmet and As for meyhanes, my favourite is Hayyam, in Pera. Tarlabaşı. What would be your example of a truly ‘İstanbul day’? Where would you recommend for eating I’d begin with one of Beyoğlu’s small börek fish in İstanbul? places for breakfast, and then check out the I like Yaka Balık restaurant in Eminönü. Not bookstores with new and used books. From only do they have great mezes, there’s also there, I’d go take a walk in Gezi and Maçka quality live music on the weekends. I also Parks. After that, I’d visit the Grand Bazaar and really like the small snack dishes at Fish House Spice Bazaar, and finish off the day with a in Sultanahmet. walk in Gülhane Park.

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