JANUARY 2014 the complete guide to go® ® ISSN: 1309-3851 ISSN:

Propaganda: Outstanding Food, Great Music Chic restaurants World-class art exhibitions Tempting shopping sales +... and much more Istanbul January 2013

12 SHOPPING Boutique & Speciality Shops Listings Major shopping areas and our choice of the best speciality stores

28 DINING Dining Listings Listings by neighbourhood and cuisine

44 entertainment Entertainment & Nightlife Listings The latest information on İstanbul’s concerts and clubs

50 museums & attractions Museums & Attractions Listings Major sightseeing attractions plus museums and events

54 GALLERIES Gallery Listings National and commercial art galleries

58 essentials Transport and useful information Tips for getting around town

62-63 Maps Central İstanbul maps

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02 From the Editor 04 Calendar

where now 10 Dining Interview with Gökay Çakıroğlu, executive chef at Sumahan Hotel.

on the cover 44 Entertainment Propaganda: Tastes nice and sounds good (p. 6). Unusual jazz songs by Yasmin Levy at İstanbul Congress Center. january 2014 I WHERE İSTANBUL 3 Your traveling companion since 1936® Welcome A Note From The Editor ®

wheremagazine A brand new year… Ferah Feza p.30 Luisa Sobral p.45 WHERE MAGAZINE İSTANBUL It’s the first month of 2014, and İstanbul has no end of things to do. Before EDiTORIAL heading out to discover the city, take a look at the choices of restaurants and EDITOR Dilek Koç nightlife. You’ll find a different world in every neighbourhood here, with newly- MANAGING DIRECTOR Gürkan Kınacı opened restaurants including Yeni Lokanta, Teppanyaki Alaturka (p. 38) and Contributing editor Emma Levine Limonata’s branch. There are also brand new nightlife venues in the city: englısh edıtorıal dırector Bob Beer DesignerS Tijen Tezel, Yasemin Şahin Pop in NuPera (p. 49), Members in Kuruçeşme (p. 48), and stage shows at Cahide contrıbutors Ardan Zentürk, Özden Akbal Cümbüş (p. 49) are some of this winter’s newest hot spots. deputy edıtor Özlem Aykın Kınacı The neighourhood of Karaköy continues its speedy transformation, with oaykin@ whereistanbul.com.tr something new popping up at every turn. Make sure to sample Ferahfeza’s photo edıtor Sami Atalan (p. 30) delicious Mediterranean cuisine and magnificent view over Sultanahmet. consultant Aynur Koç The concert and exhibition schedule is full again! Check out our event pages for responsıble edıtor Aslı Koç times and locations to make the most of this exciting month. Representation, ADVERTISING & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT SALES DIRECTOR Selen Uzeroğlu Kaya Identity and Memory at an Ottoman Family, on display at Salt (p. 57), [email protected] presents a fascinating selection of photographs portraying slices of everyday life Salt Galata p.57 Naval Museum busıness development & marketıng from the Ottoman to Republican periods. Other attractions include Portuguese p.51 marketing dırEctor Mahmut Bölükbaş singer Luisa Sobral’s (p. 45) romantic performance at İş Sanat, and the Vivaldi [email protected] Orchestra playing music ranging from Baroque to contemporary pieces. Evren Satır [email protected] Post-New Year’s sales make shopping in İstanbul even more fun this month, productıon with unmissable bargains at shopping centres: visit İstinyePark (p. 14), Zorlu productıon manager Aybüke Kevser assıstant Selda Ceylan Toprak Center (p. 16) and Kanyon (p. 15) for tempting deals. controller Yıldırım Uğurgelen After a tour of the city’s history on the Historic Peninsula, visit the newly- renovated Naval Museum (p. 51), Istanbul’s largest seafaring museum, especially the Sultan’s boats and the world’s oldest longship. where (c), cee & dıvısıon Have a wonderful month and a great year ahead! United Guides Hungary MANAGING DIRECTOR András Wiszkidenszky Kuleli Cad. 45/1, Çengelköy, Tel: 0216 422 57 62 regıonal manager Bianca Otero www.del-mare.com DİLEK KOÇ Editor, Where İstanbul

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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, . 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 Oğuz Uzun - Divan İstanbul Fetih Güçlüer - Shangri La Bosphorus, İstanbul Endorsed by the Society of the Golden Keys of Turkey

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PERA MUSEUM View famous Turkish paintings including the best known of all, WEDNESDAY FRIDAY 1 Osman Hamdi Bey’s charming work The Tortoise Trainer (p. 56).

BASILICA

SAKIP SABANCI MUSEUM Visit Istanbul’s first major exhibition of Anish Kapoor’s large- CISTERN THURSDAY➝ 3 (YEREBATAN 2 scale sculptures, then enjoy the Bosphorus view among 150 year-old trees (p. 57). SARNICI ) BEN PEARCE&HOMEWORK Hear this Manchester vocalist and his group, which Experience this SATURDAY exploded onto the House music scene with their single What I Might Do at İndigo (p. 45). amazing Byzantine 4 with its ancient BAYLAN Take a walk along the Bebek seafront, then enjoy the Bosphorus view and a SUNDAY columns and Medusa 5 Küp Griye sundae at this famous İstanbul café. T: 0212 358 0760. head, location for the KILIÇ ALİ PAŞA Visit this magnificent example of Ottoman architecture filmsInferno and From MONDAY Russia With Love (p. 50). 6 built by architect Sinan, which includes Ali Paşa’s tomb and a Turkish bath. D5. CAROLINE HENDERSON Enjoy a concert by the Swiss-born jazz vocalist, actress and TUESDAY 7 eight-time winner of the Danish music award at Akbank Sanat (p. 45). ASSOULINE Explore this fine shop offering sophisticated books ranging from style to WEDNESDAY 8 architecture, art and travel, plus objets d’art and home furnishings (p. 22). KALPAZANKAYA Enjoy the perfect combination of fish and rakı on Burgaz Island, and

SATURDAY THURSDAY 9 gaze at the setting sun in this comfortable, informal restaurant. YASMIN LEVY

Hear this ➝ AŞİYAN MUSEUM Stroll through the beautiful Bosphorus-front gardens of this 11 famous FRIDAY 10 museum, former home of prominent Turkish poet Tevfik Fikret (p. 51). Ladino singer in an NOSTALGIC TRAM Board this tiny historic tram on İstiklal Caddesi and trundle past unusual programme SUNDAY of her Flamenco 12 the parade of people, historic buildings, churches, and galleries. and Turkish tunes, NAKKAŞ Be tempted by Turkish hand-made ceramics, the Anatolian Civilizations on stage tonight at MONDAY jewellery collection and the Samsun carpet and kilim collection at this store (p. 18). İstanbul Congress 13 Center (p. 45). NİŞANTAŞI BRASSERIE Savour a glass of hot wine at this homely Nişantaşı spot and TUESDAY 14 watch the colourful winter life on its streets outside (p. 39).

KÜÇÜK SU KASRI Visit this majestic waterfront spot, then head to a local café to WEDNESDAY 15 enjoy the view of two castles flanking this narrowest point on the Bosphorus.

PROPAGANDA Check out the colourful wall covering at this bar in Suriye Passage, ➝ FRIDAY 17 enjoy flavours from around the world and dance to music spun by popular DJs (p. 32).

VİVALDİ ORChESTRA Hear contemporary music at this concert by the Russian State SATURDAY 18 Academy Orchestra, at TİM Show Center (p. 45). PIERRE LOTI Take the cable car from Eyüp Sultan to the historic Pierre Loti cafe and SUNDAY 19 enjoy a hot drink as you take in the view of the . T: 0212 497 1313.

KHAFTAN ART & ANTIQUE Lose yourself among the antiques, ceramics, paintings, MONDAY 20 books and miniatures plus fine modern Turkish art at this fascinating shop (p. 16). THURSDAY KONYALI In Kanyon AVM, setle down for lunch at this restaurant serving fine Turkish TUESDAY NAR LOKANTA delicacies. Be sure to try the incik kebabı and the Ottoman-style fruit drinks (p. 37). 21 Feast on a delicious lunch at this 16restaurant serving traditional Turkish CEMİLZADE 1883 Sample rose and pistachio lokum, and the Turkish coffeeakide at WEDNESDAY 22 this famous İstanbul purveyor of fine lokum, candy and traditional almond pastes (p. 27). and Ottoman cuisine, and check out the natural products at Nar Gourmet (p. 36). JEHAN BARBUR Enjoy a magical concert of jazz and more by Barbur, considered the THURSDAY 23 female minstrel of modern Turkish music, at the hip nightspot Babylon (p. 45). SUNDAY LUISA SOBRAL Be charmed at a romantic concert of songs including The Cherry on HARVEY FRIDAY 24 my Cake by this talented Portuguese jazz singer songwriter at İş Sanat (p. 45). NICHOLS 26Take BORUSAN CONTEMPORARY Immerise yourself in Rafael Lozano-Hemmer’s new SATURDAY advantage of İstanbul’s 25 installation Vicious Circular Breathing at the Perili Köşk gallery (p. 54). seasonal sales and check out the bold designs of AKARETLER Take a stroll up this refurbished little street, once part of Dolmabahçe ➝ MONDAY this store’s 2013 Winter Palace and now dotted with contemporary art galleries and boutiques (p. 12). 27 Collection, and stop for a coffee at Gina (p. 22) Head to the top of this famous Venetian tower and marvel at one of TUESDAY 28 İstanbul’s finest views, where the majority of the city’s major landmarks unfolds (p. 50). MİKİ HOUSE Choose clothing and accessories for younger fashionistas, combining WEDNESDAY 29 elegance and exclusiveness in a varied line of children’s clothing (p. 18).

PAPERMOON Enjoy elegant service and fine Italian cuisine at this popular restaurant, THURSDAY 30 then visit Sephora at mall to choose a gift for someone special (p. 38). TOPKAPI PALACE Enter through Imperial Gate and see the Harem at this magnificent FRIDAY 31 palace, which served as the seat of the longer than any other (p. 52).

4 WHERE İSTANBUL I January 2014 istanbul where now propaganda Tastes Nice & Sounds Good One of the most colourful and unusual new Istanbul nightspots, Propaganda in Asmalımescit delivers with DJ performances FEATURE ADVERTISING and delicious food.

With interiors by Spanish architect David Garcia, Propaganda’s stylish design is part of its trademark, as is the delicious selection of world cuisine, of which beetroot risotto and lamb shank confit with orange count among the favourites. Featuring live music on Wednesdays and Thursday, and popular Turkish DJs on Fridays and Saturdays, the club serves a refined musical style. Bringing something new to Asmalımescit with its décor, menu and entertainment, the menus have been carefully designed to resemble newspapers – hence the name. You’ll find a mean cocktail here as well; try their ginger caipiroska and coconut. Asmalımescit Mah. İstiklal Cad. Suriye Pasajı 166-10 Beyoğlu. T: 0212 252 7181.

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Old İstanbul Photographs of İstanbul’s colourful life by the master Turkish photographer Ara Güler, known for the cinematic and theatrical nature of his work, are exhibited for a first time. On display Merkür (to 15 Jan), the images capture the moods of the Old City and lives of its people (p. 56).

Multidisciplinary Works Vicious Circular Breathing is an astounding installation created by Rafael Lozano-Hemmer, at Borusan Contemporary (to 16 Feb). It comprises a hermetically-sealed kiosk with carbon dioxide and oxygen sensors, motorised bellows and 61 brown paper bags, and invites members of the public to enter it and breathe the very air that previous visitors have breathed. This unique experience focuses on physical phenomena such as a beating heart, a breathing body and the human voice (p. 54).

Man vs Nature Artist Elçin Ekinci focuses on mental struggle to strike a balance between A Surreal World nature and culture, the extant and Estonian jewellery designer Tanel Veenre’s the imagined, in Düzenin Doğası (‘The solo exhibition Naturesque features a Nature of Order’). On display at Daire collection inspired by nature, and created Sanat (to 8 Feb), the works include with organic materials. On display at Soda, videos, photographs, sculptures and (to 22 Feb), the collection includes giant everyday objects created through clam shells decorated with precious stones, a variety of techniques, containing seahorse brooches, and necklaces adorned organic, inorganic and geometric with coral and pearls (p. 57). forms (p. 55).

8 WHERE İSTANBUL I January 2014 where now istanbul TiPS FROM THE TOP Concierge Corner »DINING İstanbul: Every spot is a new story

We sat in the Latitude Bar of Le Meridien İstanbul Etiler and had a fun conversation about İstanbul Get a Taste with concierge Ozan Güner. Trained in tourism, Güner has been introducing his guests to İstanbul of Turkish Mezes in Between for two years now. “İstanbul looks like a single city, but in reality it is several cities in one, and a city that has been home to several different the Two Bridges civilizations. It This month we speak with Executive Chef What are the ‘dos and don’ts’ in your has a thousand Gökay Çakıroğlu of Tapasuma Restaurant, kitchen? To me, patience, attitude and different faces: in one of the loveliest boutique hotels on sharing are paramount. I love to create The Galata district the Bosphorus: Sumahan On The Water. new flavours with quality ingredients with its tower, designer shops and How did you begin as a chef? I’m from and share them, so it very important to special restaurants Mengen near Bolu, which is famous for its use seasonal vegetables and fruits. For including Kivahan; top cooks, and my father was also a chef, example, right now I’m using chestnuts, Fener/Balat so I was exposed to professional cooking mushrooms and leeks. neighbourhood at an early age. I wanted formal training, What are your thoughts about Turkish with its so I went through many trials in order to cuisine today? I believe that Turkish synagogues become a chef. After working for many cuisine will come more into the limelight and churches; years at hotels such as The Marmara and in the future, because it appeals to the and the Historic Four Seasons, I have worked at Tapasuma tastes of almost every culture. My favourite Peninsula, home with a nine-member team since its dishes are white beans made with sucuk, to the magnificent opening day. pastırma or meat, and lamb dishes. Sultanahmet Tell us about the menu you’ve created Where are your favourite places to visit Mosque and Museum – one of for Tapasuma. I serve Turkish food in a and eat in İstanbul? I love to walk around the wonders of the world – are places nobody contemporary style, and in small tasting Beyoğlu. If I want a quiet day, I especially should fail to see. And a visit to the Grand portions. This allows diners to acquaint love to go to Marina Balık in Kuruçeşme and , followed by fish sandwiches themselves with the menu and experience Park, or have fish sandwiches on the Galata in Eminönü, are practically obligatory. İstanbul is a greater selection of different flavours. Bridge. If I prefer to experience the majesty home to many quality restaurants. For an elegant The most popular item on our menu is of the city and sample gourmet flavours, dinner, try Sunset, Vogue, Ulus 29 or Ca’d’Oro. lamb shanks with spiced keşkek puree, and my top choices are Aqua Restoran and If you’re in the mood for Italian, go to Antica white chocolate envelope. Laledan. Locanda; for fish, Sur Balık in Arnavutköy, and for Turkish, Develi Etiler. There is also a colourful choice of nightlife. is full of clubs and bars with all genres of music; Reina and Anjelique are two of the top spots on the Bosphorus, and a little further north, Bebek is home to the popular Lucca and Chilai. For shopping, you can try Akmerkez and İstinyePark malls, as well as the city’s new favourite, . You can also check out designer stores in Nişantaşı including Cengiz Abazoğlu, plus the many boutiques in the side streets offer endless choices. İstanbul also has a generous number of modern art venues, including our art partner İstanbul Modern, as well as the Sakip Sabancı Museum, The brand for stylish kids Arter and Salt Gallery, all of which host excellent permanent and visiting exhibitions and events. Teşvikiye Mah. Maçka Cad. Narmanlı Apt. No:24/B Nişantaşı, lstanbul Tel: 0212 236 36 49 Discovering İstanbul is a lifetime occupation. www.mikihouse.co.jp Keep your expectations high! If you have time, I’d [email protected] recommend you also take a trip over to the Asian Please instagram/mikihouseistanbul side to explore the shopping opportunities on ask your Bağdat Caddesi. On the European side, discover concierge the village of Garipçe where the Bosphorus joins for more details the Black Sea.

10 WHERE İSTANBUL I January 2014 the guidewhere Shopping The Mystery of the Past Building on its 40-year experience, Yazzma presents a brilliantly coloured world of shawls, scarves, pillows and kaftans in the mystic atmosphere of the Grand Bazaar (p. 24).

this posh street on İstanbul’s Asian side Major Shopping Areas extends from Kızıltoprak in Kadıköy to Cevizli Guidelines AKARETLER ROW HOUSES—Built in 1875 by in . The section between Suadiye This directory, grouped by category, is a list of Ottoman Sultan Abdülaziz, the beautiful and Caddebostan is especially well known establishments recommended by the editors of Akaretler Row Houses has a new lease of life for its exclusive shops, cafés and restaurants Where Magazine and includes regular advertisers. since its huge renovation. New life has been frequented by local youth and business breathed into this Beşiktaş neighbourhood MAP LOCATIONS people. Many top Turkish and world brands Note that the references in bold at the end of and it’s now one of İstanbul’s foremost have at least one shop here. Well served by each listing (A1; B5 etc) refer to the coordinates cultural quarters, offering a host of colourful public transportation, this bustling street with on the street maps on pages 62-63. art galleries, stylish cafés and restaurants, its chic restaurants and cafes is an excellent and a tempting selection of designer shops. information place to go window shopping and people Officially named Şair Nedim Caddesi, Visitors should note that Value Added Tax (VAT) watching. this sloping street, with the W Hotel as a Off map. varies between 8% and 18% and is generally included in the price of goods. Overseas visitors prominent landmark, is lined with commercial COVERED (GRAND) BAZAAR—Built in 1461, this can shop tax-free in Turkey recouping around 5 galleries such as Rampa, Art On Gallery amazing complex, the world’s oldest shopping to 13% of these amounts, respectively. and Galerist, and design house Autobahn. center, is a colossal maze taking in 66 streets Look for shops with signs for Global Refund Find luxury jewel-encrusted pieces at Sevan and 4,000 stores— all covered. Each street in (T: 0212 232 1121) and DSD Refund Bıçakçı, tasteful linens and household items the Bazaar is named after the specific guild (T: 0212 546 0790). at Haremlique, and prepare for the Big Day that once inhabited it, such as the Kalpak at Vakko Wedding. Should you need a break Makers, Jewellers, Mirror Makers, etc. This is after all that browsing and shopping, tempting the place for hand-woven carpets, jewellery, ÇUKURCUMA—World-renowned for its antique treats await at stylish Cafe Minyon (part of W traditional Turkish art, famous Turkish style shops, this area has the atmosphere of an Hotel), or taste top Turkish wines paired with silverware, copper, bronze giftware and old Ottoman neighbourhood. Antique shops cheeses at Corvus. www.akaretler.com.tr. decorative objects, ceramics, onyx, leather are scattered through the streets. Mon-Fri Süleymen Seba Cad. Maçka, Beşiktaş. B7. products and souvenirs from all over Turkey. 9am-7pm. Sat-Sun 9am-7pm.Çukurcuma Cad. BAĞDAT CADDESİ—Named after Murat IV’s Mon-Sat 8:30am-7pm. www.kapalicarsi.org.tr. Firuzağa Mah., Faik Paşa Cad. Turnacıbaşı Sok. successful campaign to recapture Baghdad, Beyazıt-Eminönü. E4. Beyoğlu. T: 0505 709 3857. C5.

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Sephora, Banana Republic, Gap and many Daily 10am-10pm. www.forumistanbul.com.tr. more brands cater to a vast range of tastes Kocatepe Mah. Paşa Cad. Bayrampaşa. SHOPPING CENTRE MAP while Electro World serves technology-savvy T: 0212 443 1350. Shopping Centre Map (p.18). customers. , restaurants and movie KANYON—Major shopping centre with 160 stores, theaters. Daily 10am-10pm. 9 movie theatres and a health and sports club. www.capacity.com.tr. Zeytinlik Mah. Fişekhane Pleasant atmosphere offering the best Turkish Cad. 7, Bakırköy. T: 0212 661 6705. Off map. and world brands, gourmet restaurants, cafés, CAPITOL—Major shopping and entertainment open air performances and dazzling colours and centre with stores, restaurants and fourteen sounds. Restaurants and cafés in Kanyon offer movie theatres. Various activities organised early breakfasts and late dinners. Daily 10am- every week. Daily 10am-10pm. 10pm. www.kanyon.com.tr. Büyükdere Cad. 185, www.capitol.com.tr. Mahir İz Cad. Altunizade, . T: 0212 317 5300. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). Üsküdar. T: 0216 554 7777. Off map. MARMARA FORUM—The Marmara Forum CITY’S—City’s Nişantaşı is a centre of fashion and shopping centre is home to world brands, style. Leading national and international brands, and brings new ideas and trends to Turkey. delightful cafés and restaurants, dazzling In addition to famous men’s, women’s and architecture. Entertainment for children and 7 kids’ clothing and lingerie brands – including movie theatres. Citylife’s cinema foyer with its Massimo Dutti, Benetton, Mango, Lacoste, peerless sea view adds to the pleasure. DKNY, GAP and Armani Kids – you’ll also find The fun lasts late into the evening. Daily 10am- top national and international jewellery brands 10pm. www.citysnisantasi.com. Teşvikiye Cad. like Atasay, Gülaylar, Assos and Swarovski. 162, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 373 3333. A6. The mall is also home to 15 cinemas, and the DEMİRÖREN İSTİKLAL—Opened upon the largest Food Court in İstanbul, with 65 different rebuilding of the Sin-Em Han, home in the 1930s cafes and restaurants. And not forgetting the to the famous Saray pudding shop and the Lüks two separate terraces with views of the cinema, this 25,000 square metre venue is home Marmara Sea. Daily 10am-10pm. to a host of famous shops including Sephora, www.marmara-forum.com.tr. Osmaniye, EGYPTIAN (SPICE) BAZAAR—Alongside the New Daily 10am-7pm. www.addresistanbul.com. Brandroom, the Satürn technology chain, the Çobançeşme, Koşuyolu Bulvarı 3, Bakırköy. Mosque (Yeni Cami) and next to the Flower Halide Edip Adıvar Bulvarı Mah. Çiftecevizler T: 0212 414 9494. Deresi Sok. 4, Şişli. T: 0212 320 6262. Gap and Atasun Optik. Daily 10am-10pm. Market, the Egyptian Bazaar is one of the oldest Off map. Shopping Centre Map (p.14). covered in İstanbul, renowned for its www.demirorenistiklal.com. T: 0212 249 9999. AKMERKEZ—Offering the best local and foreign herbalists. In addition to spices, Turkish delight İstiklal Cad. 52-54, Beyoğlu. C5. METRO CITY—Accessible by , this shopping brands in an elegant shopping atmosphere (lokum), and other souvenirs, natural medicines, centre offering world brands, restaurants, and as well as an array of entertainment and social GALLERIA—A major shopping centre featuring herbs, flower seeds, roots and barks of rare book stores is also popular for its regular events. venues, Joker Entertainment Park promises world brands as well as a broad range of plants used in traditional medicine as well as Beymen Club and Vakko stores offer top-line a good time for children and adults alike. restaurants, entertainment, sports activities and a vast selection of dried nuts, delicatessen smart and smart-casual men’s and women’s Papermoon, located at the Ulus entrance, striking interiors. Daily 10am-10pm. products and other food items are available. clothing. Daily 10am-10pm. serves Italian cuisine. Daily 10am-10pm. www.galleria-atakoy.com. Sahilyolu, Ataköy. www.metrocity.com.tr. Büyükdere Cad. 171, Mon-S 8:30am-6:30pm. Eminönü Square. E4. www.akmerkez.com.tr. Nispetiye Cad. Etiler. T: 0212 559 9560. Off map. 1. Levent. T: 0212 344 0660. İSTİKLAL CADDESİ—In the historical district of T: 0212 282 0170. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). —The city centre’s largest Shopping Centre Map (p.16). Beyoğlu, which was the primary neighbourhood ASTORIA—Located in the business and social lets you shop any time you want. of the foreign community as well as non- OPTIMUM—Bringing the outlet concept into the centre of Esentepe, Astoria hosts world- In addition to a slew of top-rated stores, it also Muslim Ottoman subjects, Beyoğlu gradually city centre, Optimum İstanbul serves nearly renowned brands in its unique design including boasts cafés and restaurants offering flavours attained a European look with the arrival of nine million visitors a year in the bustling 48m-high twin atriums designed to provide from around the world, a movie theatre, state neighbourhood of Kadıköy on the Asian side. foreign embassies as well as Christians from ample daylight. In addition to 110 stores, it theatres and the Fun Lab Entertainment World In addition to famous brands like Tommy Galata, eventually forming a new community in offers cafés, gourmet markets, and restaurants for children. Daily 10am-10pm. Hilfiger, Fracassetti and Diesel, you’ll find 17th-century İstanbul. The allure of the street offering superb flavours of Turkish and world www.istanbulcevahir.com. Büyükdere Cad. 22/A, local brands like Derimod, Vakko and faded in the 1970s but was followed by major cuisines. Daily 10am-10pm. www.astoria.com.tr. Şişli. T: 0212 368 6900. Atasay. There’s a huge daylit food court revival in early 1990s. It is now a the city’s major Off map. Büyükdere Cad. Astoria Kuleleri 127, Esentepe. and open-air terraces, plus a 540 ice entertainment district, full of bars, clubs, cafés, İSTİNYEPARK—In addition to the top brands this T: 0212 215 2222. skating rink. Daily 10am-10pm. restaurants, and scores of top shopping brands. Off map. shopping centre offers, it stands out with its www.optimumoutlet.com. İstiklal Sok. 10/4, Beyoğlu. C5. ATAKÖY PLUS—Ataköy Plus Shopping Centre architecture. Designed to cater to a host of Yenisahra, Ataşehir. T: 0216 664 1414. is open to exploration with an architectural Off map. NİŞANTAŞI—Nişantaşı is both a lively and tastes and needs, it demonstrates a distinct aesthetics, spacious circulation spaces, PALLADIUM—Largest shopping centre in bustling neighbourhood and an area known concept with 147 clothing stores and 43 world and special services that make shopping an İstanbul’s Asian side. In addition to 170 large for its exclusive shopping centres, brand-name brands. Various theme areas including Brands stores, movie theatres and an excellent food stores, malls and galleries. With its national and insatiable experience. Situated on the coastal Street, Nostalgic and Children’s court, it also includes a 32-storey residence. international brands, pleasant cafes, restaurants road only five minutes from the Atatürk Entertainment Centre in addition to nearly 40 Its inspiring architecture includes a colossal and quality nightlife, it is a favourite area International Airport, Ataköy Plus offers 140 cafés and restaurants, and 12 movie theatres glass hemisphere for a roof. The chic mall also especially with İstanbul’s elite crowd. Nişantaşı brands original designs. www.atakoyplus.com. inc a 3D IMAX screen. Daily 10am-10pm. houses world-renowned brands including lies at busy hub of several major streets (the Daily 10am-10pm. Adnan Kahveci Bulvarı, www.istinyepark.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. 73, Marks&Spencer, C&A, Banana Republic, busiest of which are Teşvikiye, Valikonağı and Ataköy 6. Kısım Ataköy, Bakırköy. Sarıyer. T: 0212 345 5555. T: 0212 661 7515. and Zara. Daily 10am-10pm. Rumeli Avenues) and it’s easy to get to, a quick Off map. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). www.palladium.com.tr. Barbaros Mah. dolmuş ride from . A6. BRANDIUM ATAŞEHİR—Boasting 250 stores FORUM İSTANBUL—In addition to shopping, Forum Halk Cad. 8/B, Yeni Sahra, Kozyatağı. ranging from home textiles to electronics, İstanbul offers an extensive choice of leisure T: 0216 663 1500. Off map. Shopping Centres clothing and cosmetics, this shopping centre activities. At the top of the list of attractions is also offers children’s play parks, theatre SAPPHIRE—At 261 metres high, İstanbul Sapphire ADDRESİSTANBUL—With a host of leading Turkish Turkuazoo, Turkey's first and biggest aquarium. and cinemas, a bowling alley and gourmet is the city's tallest combined shopping mall and and foreign home furnishing and houseware The mall also boasts a 10-screen movie theatre, restaurants. www.brandiumatasehir.com. andresidential building; it’s also Turkey’s first stores offering, hundreds of brands, this a game and entertainment centre, bowling alley, Dereboyu Cad. 29, Ataşehir. ‘green’ structure, and one of few such buildings shopping centre has everything you need to play spaces for children and a host of dining in the world. Combining western, traditional T: 0212 4441200. Off map. decorate an entire flat in a single day. Take choices. Look out for the newest addition: and modern architecture, Sapphire presents a a break for a delicious treat at Kitchenette CaPACITY—Four-storey shopping centre with Jurassic Land, an 8000-m2 family entertainment modern shopping experience with prestigious Restaurant, and enjoy live music on Sundays. 180 stores carrying Turkish and foreign brands. centre set due to open later this year.

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of each piece with options of lowest commission and earliest payment. Find the Accessories SHOPPING CENTRE MAP best value on Ottoman and European pieces, ELA CİNDORUK & NAZAN PAK—Earrings, necklaces, paintings, porcelain, glass and ceramic objects, bracelets, brooches, pendants and cufflinks silver objects bearing the sultan’s signature or designed by Ela Cindoruk and Nazan Pak. In seal, Korans, calligraphy, books and engravings addition to gold and silver, accessories made of at Artı Mezat. Mon-Sat 10am-6pm. pearls, plastic and polyester also available. www.artimezat.com. Ahmet Fetgari Sok. Mon 2am-7pm, Tue-Sat 10.30am-7pm, Can Apt. 40/B, Teşvikiye. www.elacindoruknazanpak.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. T: 0212 233 7037. A7. Atiye Sok. 14/B, Teşvikiye. T: 0212 232 2664. A6. BEYAZ MÜZAYEDE—The establishment holds PLUS ONE (JANSET BİLGİN)—Authentic and modern its 13th auction at Sofa Hotel featuring jewelry pieces made of silver, natural stones, masterpieces of modern and contemporary art. and old fabrics tied with leather cord. Printed with 5 different covers, the catalogue Mon-Sun 10:30am-7:30pm. plusone.com.tr. presents the objects to go under the Müeyyetzade Mah. Tatarbeyi Sok. 34/B, Galata. hammer under two sections: Day Sale and T: 0212 243 1224. D5. Evening Sale. www.beyazart.com. İz Plaza Giz takıl pera—Saadet Keskin started her jewellery K:19 D:70, . T: 0212 290 7050. A6. store back in 1976 in Beşiktaş, and later moved HORHOR ANTIQUE CENTRE—This seven-storey to Tünel under the name Takıl Pera. She works building is famous with local antique collectors, exclusively with private designers to select her and each object here has a story, from armour unique collection that blends tradition with worn by an English knight in his last battle, class. Mon-Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 1pm-7pm. to the massive armchair of a French aristocrat. www.takilpera.com. Asmalımescit, General Daily 10am-6pm. www.horhor.com. Yazgan Sok. 2/A, Tünel, Beyoğlu. Kırk Tulumba Sok. 24, Horhor, . E2. T: 0212 292 1792. C5. KHAFTAN ART & ANTIQUE—A delightful venue hosting a collection of fine antiques and Bookstores works by modern Turkish artists. Khaftan’s D&R—Offers a broad selection of books, music, vast array includes Ottoman era textiles, films, electronics, games, gifts and stationary ceramics, silverworks, oriental paintings, books, in a modern and relaxed atmosphere, with 45 engravings and maps collected both in Turkey stores throughout İstanbul. Check website for and abroad. Also available are oil paintings the nearest store. Daily 10am-10pm. by contemporary Turkish artists, miniature www.dr.com.tr. Büyükdere Cad. 185, paintings and calligraphic art. Daily 9am-8pm. Kanyon Shopping Centre K:1, 179, Levent. www.khaftan.com. Sultanahmet, Nakilbent Sok. T: 0212 353 0870. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). 32, T: 0212 458 5425. F5. PANDORA BEYOĞLU—Bookstore located in MAÇKA MEZAT—Maçka Mezat is a pioneer Beyoğlu's Büyükparmakkapı street, carrying promoting Ottoman artworks and Turkish 50,000 books inc 2,000 on Turkey. Broad range paintings in auctions, with a wide array of of subjects inc art, archaeology, literature, artefacts primarily Ottoman silver, tombaks, cooking and leisure. An especially good source ceramics and calligraphy plus European of books in English. Mon-Wed 10am-8pm, and Russian artworks, Orientalist paintings and Thu-Sat 10am-9pm, Sun 1pm-8pm. Chinese porcelain. Mon-Sat 9am-6pm. beyoglu.pandora.com.tr. İstiklal Cad. www.mackamezat.com. Maçka Cad. Büyükparmakkapı Sok. 3, Beyoğlu. 24/3, Teşvikiye. T: 0212 259 4513. A6. world brands and entertainment. www.viaport.com.tr. Yenişehir Mah. T: 0212 243 3503. C5. MECİDİYEKÖY ANTIQUE CENTRE—Established Daily 10am-10pm. www.istanbulsapphire.com. Dedepaşa Cad. 19, Kurtköy, . remZİ KİTABEVİ—Books in both Turkish and Emniyet Evleri, Eski Büyükdere Cad. 1/1, Levent. T: 0216 696 1001. Off map. in 1982, this four-storey antique centre is home English are available in this bookstore, which T: 0212 268 8080. to nearly 80 shops with mainly European, ZORLU CENTER—This mall in the heart of the city also includes a café. Turkish and foreign daily particularly French and British, antiques. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). is home to luxury boutique stores including periodicals, CDs, DVDs, VCDs, Turkish, foreign Catering to all manner of antique and vintage Beymen, plus Turkey’s first outlets of brands magazines and gifts also available. Eight stores TRUMP TOWERS MALL—This mall that offers enthusiasts, the centre offers high-quality such as Brooks Brothers, Industrie Denim, throughout İstanbul; check website for the shopping, movies, a place to perform music, a pieces. Mon-Sat 10am-6pm. Tomurcuk Sok. Cos, Lanvin, Pomellato, Stella McCartney and closest store. Mon-Sat 9am-9pm. gym and a convention hall also has a play center Antikacılar Çarşısı, Mecidiyeköy. and ice skating school for kids. Daily 10am- Superdry. The venue also has 14 cinemas, www.remzi.com.tr. Rumeli Cad. 44, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 217 8093. Off map. 10pm. www.trumpistanbul.com.tr. Karkuyusu including two VIP cinemas with 1,600 seats T: 0212 234 5475. A6. Bağdat Cad. 452, Suadiye. T: 0216 361 9071. Sok. 19, Şişli. T: 0212 348 7867. Off map. each. Daily 10am-10pm. www.zorlucenter.com. PORTAKAL ART AND CULTURE HOUSE—The Off map. Barbaros Bulvarı Kavşağı, Beşiktaş. Portakal Family has contributed to Turkish arts VİALAND—Turkey’s first world-class mega theme ROBINSON CRUSOE 389—A pleasant stop on İstiklal T: 0212 444 9496. and culture for three generations, since early park offers a host of different entertainment Off map. Caddesi, this store carries books in English, 20th century provide art consultancy services French and German on a wide range of subjects, alternatives including a show centre, shopping for private museums, institutions and special centre, a 5000-seat auditorium plus a train, a Antiques and Collectibles especially history, travel, literature and art. Daily collections. Mon-Sat 9am-7:30pm. 10am-9:30pm. www.rob389.com. İstiklal Cad. roller coaster and other rides and theme zones. ANTİK PALACE—Nearly 260 art and antique www.rportakal.com. Mim Kemal Öke Cad. 8, www.vialand.com.tr. Yeşilpınar Mah. Girne Mah. 195A (389), Beyoğlu. T: 0212 293 6968. C5. auctions have been held by this house, where Nişantaşı. (rofl) T: 0212 225 4637.A6. Eyüp. T: 0212 618 9797. Off map. numerous Turkish and world records have been broken. Antik A.Ş. is the organizer of the SAHAFLAR ÇARŞISI—The oldest market to have Carpets VIAPORT—Located at the Sabiha Gökçen juncture survived from Ottoman times, it is located on first and most comprehensive contemporary AGORA HALI—This amazing store’s 18,000-piece at the intersection of the İstanbul Park Road Beyazıt Square in the historical neighbourhood painting, wine, book and classic automobile private collection includes regional carpets such and Trans-European Motorway (TEM), VIA/ of Beyazıt, next to the Grand Bazaar. A must-see auctions in Turkey. Daily 9am-7pm. as Old Kazak, Konya, Sivas, Bergama and Uşak, PORT boasts 175 stores. There are many for booklovers visiting the Grand Bazaar, with www.antikpalace.com.tr. Süleyman Seba Cad. plus the exciting Contemporary Art collection. world-renowned brand outlets. The centre also old and new Turkish and foreign books, as well Talimyeri Sok. 2, Maçka. T: 0212 236 2460. B7. www.agorarug.com. Nuruosmaniye Cad. features an amusement park, go carts, a forest as old banknotes, coins and stamps. tour on ATV, pony rides, 5D cinema and much Türbedar Sok. 9, Cağaloğlu. T: 0212 528 7441. E4. ARTI MEZAT—Providing antique buying and sales Eminönü, Çadırcılar Cad. 103-203, Beyazıt. E4. more. Daily 10am-10pm. services, the shop guarantees the authenticity

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CORENTTE—Known for its made-to-measure Cad. Beşiktaş. T: 0212 306 3398. K:-1/38, Sarıyer. T: 0212 345 6223. Daily 10am-10pm. www.lacoste.com. shirts and suits, plus silk and cashmere neckties, Off map. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). Büyükdere Cad. 171, Metro City Shopping SHOPPING CENTRE MAP the company uses fabrics from famous Centre G, 1. Levent. T: 0212 344 0272. EMPORIO ARMANI—Italy’s most famous fashion GIORGIO armanı—The miraculous Italian line brands such as Charles Clayton, Loro Piana, brand, Emporio Armani offers ready-to-wear, that shapes fashion with its simple yet stylish Shopping Centre Map (p.16). Valentino, Dormeuil, Vitale Barberis Cononico, jewellery, lingerie, glasses and watches while collection stands out with its casual, smart LORO PIANA—Known throughout the world for its Ermenegildo Zegna, and Fratelli Italia De renewing itself with the appealing and unique designs ideal for business life. Daily 10am-10pm. high-end cashmere and wool garments, Loro Delfino. www.corentte.com. Mim Kemal Öke designs of its EA07 watch and Kaka jean www.giorgioarmani.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. Piana is an indispensible brand for both men and Cad. İkizler Apt. 14/3, Nişantaşı. creations. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. İstinyePark Shopping Centre 518, Sarıyer. women who enjoy travelling and outdoor sports T: 0212 247 0445. Off map. www.emporioarmani.com. İstinyePark Shopping T: 0212 345 6110. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). and never compromise on style and comfort. damat/tween—The Damat Collection’s Centre 519, Sarıyer. T: 0212 345 6110. Daily 10am-10pm. www.loropiana.com. GUCCI—Italian fashion brand with shoes, main fabric line consists of specially woven, İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre Shopping Centre Map (p.16). handbags, luggage, leather goods, furs, environmentally friendly, wool and wool blend 483, Sarıyer. T: 0212 345 6582. ETRO—Sporting Italian lines with the colours of a ready-to-wear collection and much more. Bio-Tech fabrics that are both sophisticated and India, this men and women’s line of clothing, Daily 10am-7pm. www.gucci.com. Maçka Cad. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). eye-catching. Daily 10am-10pm. accessories, perfumes and home collections Maçka Palas 33/C, Teşvikiye. T: 0212 225 2080. MASSIMO DUTTI—The perennial choice of people www.damat.com.tr. Valikonağı Cad. 63, A6. stand out with their bold colours and designs. unwilling to compromise on their appearance Nişantaşı. T: 0212 343 8550-51. H&M—Operating in cities around the world since A6. Daily 10am-10pm. www.etro.com. İstinyePark in a busy and fast-paced business life. 1947, H&M offers fashionable, quality products ErmenegıldO zegna—The brand offers two Shopping Centre, Kat:1 İstinye Bayırı Cad. Daily 10am-10pm. Nispetiye Cad. for men, women and children at attractive distinct lines inc Zegna Sport and Z Zegna. Sarıyer. T: 0212 335 6795. Akmerkez Shopping Centre 211/310, Etiler. prices, and also stocks attractive local textiles. Particularly the environmentally friendly Oasi T: 0212 282 0939. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). Daily 10am-10pm. İstinyePark Shopping Centre, Shopping Centre Map (p.16). Zegna Cashmere jumpers in basic colours GAP—Reflecting American style with its sporty İstinye Bayırı Cad. 73, Sarıyer. MAVİ—Appealing to a vast range of tastes in jeans appeal to both sight and touch. and casual garments, Gap offers a multitude and casual clothing, this world-renowned www.zegna.com. Mon-Sat 10am-7:30pm. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). of jeans, blazers, t-shirts, sweatshirts, lingerie, Turkish brand also offers exclusive concept Abdi İpekçi Cad. 15/A, Nişantaşı. LACOSTE—This distinguished brand from France bags, belts, wallets and headgear. products for special occasions. Daily 10am- T: 0212 241 6500. maintains its line under its Club and Sport A6. Daily 10am-10pm. www.gap.com. 10pm. www.mavi.com. Nispetiye Cad. Akmerkez models. Autumn/Winter creation presents the GANT—Combining traditional American style İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre Shopping Centre 235/238, Etiler. borders of iconic sportswear in natural colours with European mastery, Gant has proved its T: 0212 282 0423-24. and comfortable and sophisticated stylishness. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). reputation as one of the finest shirt brands for MOSCHINO—The Moschino, Moschino Cheap, ÇINAR halı—Çınar Halı offers a full array of classic, NAKKAŞ—In İstanbul's old Sultanahmet district, 60 years, particularly with its Hugger, Pullover, Chic and Love Moschino collections make their modern and post-modern patterns to suit there's a truly remarkable store: Nakkaş. Cashmere and Rugger lines. Daily 10am-10pm. mark by expressing creativity; transforming irony interiors of all styles. Completely a product of Built over a beautifully restored 6-century www.gant.com. Büyükdere Cad. 185, and elegance into strength by reinterpreting the Turkish labour and artisanship, each hand- Byzantine cistern, Nakkaş offers fine wearings, Kanyon Shopping Centre B2, Levent. woven carpet reflects the brand’s quality. ceramics and jewellery in the tradition of quality SPOTLIGHT classics. Daily 10am-10pm. www.moschino.com. T: 0212 353 5367. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). Mon-Sat 9am-6pm. www.cinarhali.com.tr. crafts manship. A visit to this column-filled İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre Nuruosmaniye Cad. 51/A, Cağaloğlu. cistern is the first step to an exciting shopping HUGO BOSS—Bringing together modern 53, Sarıyer. T: 0212 335 6770. accessories and casual and sporty lines, Hugo T: 0212 513 8317. E4. adventure. Mon-Sat 9am-7pm. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). Boss offers endless choices inc ready-wear, www.nakkasrug.com. Nakilbent Sok. 13, NARACAMICIE—Italian luxury shirt designer dhoku—Translated as ‘texture’, dhoku watches, accessories, lingerie, bodycare Sultanahmet. T: 0212 516 5222. F4 / F5. and manufacturer Naracamicie presents four immediately stands out for its top-quatlity products and more, under lines including its collections under the Flash and Base labels. In kilims. Made specially in Anatolia out of 100% Boss Black, Boss Orange, Boss Green and Boss Clothing – Children addition to bold, unusual shirts and blouses, organic wool, dhoku’s pieces are notable for Selection. Daily 10am-10pm. you’ll fine classic shirts, white shirts and a host their geometric designs, meticulous weaving and B&G STORE—Own product range featuring www.hugoboss.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. of original styles. www.naracamicie.com.tr elegant simplicity. Mon-Sat 8:30am-7pm. collections from leading global brands in İstinyePark Shopping Centre 339/468, Sarıyer. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Bostan Sok. Ayda Apt. 11 / 1, www.dhoku.com. Grand Bazaar, Takkeciler Sok. children’s clothing inc Patrizia Pepe, Bogner, T: 0212 345 6001. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). Nişantaşı. T: 0212 236 5600. 58-60, Eminönü. T: 0212 527 6841. E5 Zu+Elements, Bikkembergs, Mariella Burani, A6. LA MİSURA—A leader in custom tailoring, Nebati bb, Baby Graziella, Phard Bebe, Killah, NETWORK—Network is a global brand inspired by HAS HALI—With several stores throughout La Misura designs a wide range of made- Riccione. Daily 10am-10pm. the multicultural character of the 21st century, Turkey and the world, and its Pera, Museum, to-measure suits, tuxedos, coats, shoes, www.bgstore.com.tr. Forum İstanbul, Kocatepe introducing new trends for men and women. Ottoman and Seraph collections, this is popular accessories and more. www.lamisura.com.tr. Mah. Paşa Cad. Bayrampaşa. T: 0212 640 6978. Mon-Sat 8:30am-8pm. www.network-tr.com. with well-known politicians and businessmen. Levent Cad. 54, 1. Levent. Shopping Centre Map (p.18). Teşvikiye Cad. 103, Nişantaşı. Mon-Sat 9:30am-7:30pm. www.hashali.com. T: 0212 283 0022. Off map. T: 0212 236 6579. Fulya Terrace, Hakkı Yeten Cad. 14, Fulya, KID’S STORY—Garments and accessories for the A6. Beşiktaş. T: 0212 444 2427. Off map. 0-16 age group. Knitwear, shoes, shirts, jackets, Clothing – Men & Women RALPH LAUREN—Athletic and inspiring garments, LOOMART—When it comes to aesthetics, socks, hats and berets. Products by leading coats and jackets give the feeling of an American Burberry—Clothing for women, men, children LoomArt is committed to the best in carpet brands inc Burberry, Donna Karan, Nolita, Bon holiday. Ralph Lauren offers unique choices for and babies inc a winning mix of classic and design. Its huge collection includes unusual Point, Monalisa, Roberto Cavalli & Simonetta lovers of the classics with its Purple Label and funky raincoats, separates and accessories. antique pieces from Kerman, Konya and Tabriz also available. Daily 10am-10pm. Nispetiye Cad. Black Label lines and more casual selections Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. www.burberry.com. Abdi (Iran), funky contemporary pieces with bold Akmerkez Shopping Centre 185, Etiler. with Polo Ralph Lauren. Daily 10am-10pm. İpekçi Cad. 1, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 241 5516. designs and bright colours, and woven kilims. T: 0212 282 0146. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). A6. www.ralphlauren.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre 58, Sarıyer. Some of its larger creations as the Pera Palace MİKİ HOUSE —Japan’s most famous and CACHAREL—Offers a brand universe through Hotel, and residence of the President of Turkey! prestigious children’s brand, Miki House is a many collections of glasses, lingerie, jewellery, T: 0212 345 7012. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). Daily 8:30am-7:30pm. www.loomart.com. favourite for boys and girls aged up to ten years watches, linens and home entertainment. TOM FORD—One of the world’s most prestigious On the boutiques floor of The Ritz-Carlton. old. There’s a vast choice of items from clothing, Daily 10am-10pm. www.cacharel-tr.com. brands, famed for its outlandish, unique styles, Gümüşsuyu, Askerocağı Cad. 9, Elmadağ. bags and packs, a wide range of shoes, toys, İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre, this store presents one of the designer’s most T: 0212 252 5095. B6. Grand Bazaar, Mon-Sat hats and other accessories. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. -1.Kat, F211A, İstinye. T: 0212 345 5058. astounding collections in a contemporary 8:30am-7pm. Grand Bazaar, Kalpakçılar Cad. 70, www.mikihouseturkey.com. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). atmosphere. Abdi İpekçi Cad 46/B, Nişantaşı. Eminönü. E4. Maçka Cad. Narmanlı Apt. 24/B, Nişantaşı. DOLCE & GABANNA—The creation of Italian Warm Mediterranean Designs T: 0212 296 7575. A6. T: 0212 236 3649. A6. METREKARE RUG ART—In addition to Turkish rugs designers Domenico Dolce and Stefano An international brand offering sophisticated Italian-cut men’s TOP SHOP—You’ll find the Kate Moss and Celia such as Kotan, Memlük, and Uşak, this venue Gabanna, this famous brand dazzles the eyes Birtwell collections in this London-based store in also offers Odegard, Jan Kath, Nepalese rugs, Clothing – Men with its brilliant designs. The new collection and women’s shirts and blouses, Naracamicie highlights silk and addition to maternity, mini and vintage ranges. makes heavy use of wool with black, gold and antique Oriental hand-woven rugs and the brıonı—Brioni is universally recognized as the lace in this year’s bold, elegant winter collection featuring sharp Personal shopping at affordable prices. There is lamé designs. Daily 10am-10pm. modern Woven Legend collections. Mon-Sat most luxurious brand in men’s fashion. Mon-Sat a men’s section as well. Mon-Sat 10am-9pm, Sun www.dolcegabbana.com. Zorlu Center, lines and dominated by red, white and black (p. 19). 9am-7pm. www.metrekare.net. Vişnezade, 10am-7pm. www.brioni.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 12pm-7pm. www.topshop.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Maçka Cad. 29/A, Maçka. T: 0212 343 9732. A6. 17, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 343 0038. A6. Cad. 2, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 291 1520. A6.

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ZARA—Spanish brand offering men’s, women’s www.dior.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. Küçük Bebek Cad. 7/A, Bebek. and children’s clothing. Some of its stores, İstinyePark Shopping Centre 478, Sarıyer. T: 0212 265 4547. Off map. inc Zara Home, feature home furnishings and T: 0212 345 5930. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). PERSPECTIVE-Modern collections featuring accessories. Mon-Sat 10am-10pm. DKNY—Broad selection of sweaters, jeans, pants, elegant but comfortable women’s work, holiday www.zara.com. Metro City Shopping Centre G, dresses, skirts, and jackets for women and men. and eveningwear designs, with over 100 stores 1. Levent. T: 0212 344 00 44. Mon-Sat 10:30am-5:30pm. in 41 countries. Mon-Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 1pm- Shopping Centre Map (p.16). www.dkny.com. Teşvikiye Cad. Bostan Sok. 8pm. www.perspective.com.tr. Rumeli Cad. 2/1, Clothing - Women Murat Apt. 7, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 259 0804. A6. A, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 231 3355. A6. ESCADA— Prestigious international fashion house PRADA—Considering fashion, luxury and style a ALEXANDER MCQUEEN—Popular with men and offering luxury apparel, accessories and project that goes beyond the mere production women alike, this English brand’s clothing and fragrance collections for daytime, weekends of clothes, bags, and shoes, this famous Italian accessories appeal to those with an eye for and evenings. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. brand leads the world in fashion and style. elegant and sophisticated design. Abdi İpekçi www.escada.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 25, Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. www.prada.com. Abdi Cad. 21, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 219 5709. A6. Nişantaşı. T: 0212 247 8483. A6. İpekçi Cad. 34, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 368 8450. A6. BRANDROOM—Offers apparel for all occasions İpekyol—Unique and modern designs suitable ROBERTO CAVALLI—Top quality Italian clothes by select brands inc Balmain, Alexander Wang, both for professional and everyday life, with for men and women, that are comfortable Versace, Diane Von Furstenberg, 3.1 Phillip an emphasis on distinct styles for women. as well as st ylish. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. Lim, Salvatore Ferragamo, Tom Ford, MCQ, Mon-Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 12pm-6pm. www.robertocavalli.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 13/A, Catherine Malandrino, Ashish, Emilio Pucci, www.ipekyol.com.tr. Bağdat Cad. Meltem Apt. Nişantaşı. T: 0212 291 0754. A6. Thomas Wylde, Paul & Joe, See by Chloe, 439, Suadiye. T: 0216 410 3032. Off map. Vivienne Westwood Anglomania and Helmut SAINT LAURENT – Known for his designs aimed at Lang, as well as broad selection of cosmetics. FENDI—Italian brand has launched a new boutique daring, feminine women, the French designer’s Mon-Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 12pm-8pm. which will house handbags, shoes, small leather shops offer a range of bold pieces. www.demsagroup.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. goods, watches, jewellery. Daily 10am-10pm. www.ysl.com. Zorlu Center, Zincirlikuyu Cad. Zorlu Center, Koru Sok. 2, 180, Beşiktaş. Beşiktaş. T: 0212 306 3390. Polat Palas 63, Maçka. T: 0212 241 6049. A6. Off map. T: 0212 999 9810. Off map. BCBG MAX AZRIA—The choice of many Hollywood SALVATORE FERRAGAMO—Creativity and passion celebrities such as Paris Hilton, Carmen Electra, JUICY COUTURE—Juicy Couture embraces the have been passed down through generations in Eva Mendes and Sharon Stone, Max Azria caters bright and glamorous fun of its Los Angeles the Ferragamo family, and with close attention to women who prefer a modern style. Extensive heritage by discovering the couture. Fashion to quality and detail, Salvatore Ferragamo has product offers casual wear to evening dresses, apparel for women, girls and babies, handbags, become known as the shoemaker for the stars. shoes and handbags. Mon-Sat 10am-8pm. shoes, intimates, swimwear, fragrance, In addition to purses and shoes, the brand’s www.bcbgmaxazriagroup.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. accesories, jewelry, sunglasses and small goods. other lines of clothing have also had great Daily 10am-8pm. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Polat Palas success. Daily 10am-8pm. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Polat Bostan Sok. 4, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 241 2242. A6. Brandroom 63, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 241 6049. A6. Palas, 63, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 241 6049. A6. BOTTEGA VENETA—Comfortable, quality footwear and handbag designs offering LANVIN—One of the largest French brands and STELLA McCARTNEY—The daughter of former e l e g a n c e a n d l u x u r y. M o n - S a t 1 0 a m -1 0 p m . popular with Hollywood stars for its clothing, Beatles member Paul McCartney, the British www.bottegaveneta.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. shoes and bags, Lanvin offers designs of designer is known for her creations for famous İstinyePark Shopping Centre 463, Sarıyer. elegance and luxury. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 23, personalities including Madonna, Jude Law and Nişantaşı. T: 0212 231 3979. Gwynneth Paltrow. Daily 10am-10pm. T: 0212 335 6790. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). A6. www.stellamccartney.com. Zorlu Center, LOUIS VUITTON—Ready-to-wear dresses as well CHANEL—World-renowned French brand Chanel Zincirlikuyu Cad. Beşiktaş. T: 0212 306 3396. as bags and accessories from the famous offers a wide range of products from ready- Off map. wear to accessories, beauty products and monogrammed leather by Marc Jacobs. watches. Chanel counts Nicole Kidman, Victoria Mon-Sat 10am-8pm. www.louisvuitton.com. UTERQÜE—Spanish brand using bold lines, fine Beckham, Lily Allen, Catherine Denevue and Abdi İpekçi Cad. 23, Nişantaşı. details and quality materials to produce its Audrey Tautou among its celebrity clients. T: 0212 246 6975. A6. collections, which include shoes, handbags, jewellery, leather and many accessories. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. Abdi İpekçi Cad. MAX&CO.—Collection representing a modern, Daily 10am-10pm. www.uterque.com. Nazen Apt. Maçka. T: 0212 368 6300. A6. feminine, seductive and distinctive style. Nispetiye Cad. Akmerkez Shopping Centre, Daily 10am-10pm. www.maxandco.com. CHLOE—Named for its warm, feminine appeal, and 344/345, Etiler. T: 0212 282 2303. İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre in perfect synch with the mood of Paris. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). Youthful, modern design. Daily 10am-10pm. 492, İstinye. T: 0212 345 5731. www.chloe.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). V2K DESIGNERS—Prestigious Turkish couture offering elegance and a modern style. İstinyePark Shopping Centre 55, Sarıyer. MAX MARA—Max Mara covers all the bases for Carries many famous hip brands under its T: 0212 335 6782. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). lovers of classic styles, providing a casual look collection. Mon-Sat 10:30am-7:30pm. for women of all ages. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. DESA—Established in 1972, this brand now www.v2kdesigners.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 29, www.maxmara.com. Teşvikiye Cad. 7, Nişantaşı. operates with 73 stores in Turkey and 2 abroad. Nişantaşı. T: 0212 219 9498. A6. In addition to leather products, it also produces T: 0212 259 6550. A6. VALENTİNO—The Italian fashion designer’s elegant silk, chiffon, cashmere and knitwear skirts, MIU MIU—Designed as an independent brand by shops offer haute couture designs dominated jackets, trousers, coats and accessories. Prada, Miu Miu’s trendy footwear and dresses by red and black, collectors’ pieces, women’s Daily 10am-10pm. www.desa.com.tr. appeal to the child in you. Daily 10am-10pm. accessories and glasses. Daily 10am-10pm. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 5, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 232 1290. A6. ww.miumiu.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. www.valentino.com. Zorlu Center, Zincirlikuyu Bağdat Cad. 443/A, Suadiye. T: 0216 416 4368. İstinyePark Shopping Centre 58, Sarıyer. Cad. Beşiktaş. T: 0212 306 3392. Off map. Off map. Bağdat Cad. 244, Göztepe. T: 0212 329 8158. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). T: 0216 369 8037. Off map. VERDA TEXTILE—With headquarters in İstanbul’s MIDNIGHT EXPRESS—Clothing by designers İstinyePark Shopping Centre 398, Sarıyer. district and branches throughout inspired by İstanbul, including Bora Aksu, T: 0212 245 6739. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). the world, Verda supplies women’s clothing in Ümit Ünal and Hakan Yıldırım; as well as leather large sizes (42-58), making unique, bold fashion DIOR—Highly distinguished world brand with handbags and accessories by Johnny Farah. available to everyone. Its collection includes John Galliano’s haute couture, men’s-women’s Also jewellery by Apriati, each piece of which is gowns, day and eveningwear, and is easily prêt-à-porter, home decoration, skin product an artwork with its novel, flowing forms. reachable by metro. Mon-Fri 8:30am-7:30pm, and jewellery designs, Dior’s perfumes are also Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. Sat 9am-2pm. www.verdatextile.com. the choice of top. Daily 10am-10pm. www.midnightexpress.com.tr.

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Şair Nigar Sok. 44/46, Osmanbey. Skin and nail protection products also available. CASHMERE HOUSE—Cashmere House is the place LUXURIA—Porcelain, silverware, crystal and other T: 0212 219 4000. Off map. Daily 10am-10pm. Nispetiye Cad. Akmerkez to look for exquisite latest styles of cashmere Turkish Designer products from major brands inc Oscar de la Shopping Centre 121, Etiler. T: 0212 282 2615. shawls from Nepal and Kashmir, as well as real Renta, Alberto Pinto, Cacharel Home, Valentino, Coiffeurs Shopping Centre Map (p.16). silk shawls produced in the Turkish cities of Stores Daum, and Davidoff make Luxuria a regular Bursa and Denizli in a wide variety of colours and destination for people of refined taste in table BAHÇECİK—Leading establishment providing Department Stores styles. Mon-Sat 9am-6pm. Kaprol embellishes her elegant designs with and home furnishings. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. the latest trends. Its quality and well-trained, www.cashmerehouse.com.tr. Keseciler Cad. meticulously chosen precious stones, and creates www.luxuria.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Arman specialized staff ensure customer satisfaction. BEYMEN—Beymen Men is renowned for its eye for 49-51, Grand Bazaar, Beyazıt, . personal designs for her customers. The necklaces, Palas 7, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 296 6600. A6. Member of Haute Coiffure Française and fine detail, special fabrics and quality. Beymen T: 0212 5276990. E4. bracelets, earrings, rings and brooches in her İstanbul Artistic Coiffeurs Association. Women offers timeless garments with romantic, exclusive collections are sure to impress. MI TIENDA—Nergis Surucu has been dealing Mon-Sat 9am-7:30pm. www.bahcecik.com.tr. nostalgic and feminine details that will never go FIRÇA CERAMICS—This is Turkey’s first handicraft www.dkaprol.com. Bağdat Cad. Noter Sok. in antiques and jewellery since 1991, and her Ahmet Adnan Saygun Cad. Dostlar Sitesi, 5/1A, out of fashion. Leading international brands also centre to produce hand-made ceramics with Lütfiye Apt. 21/3, Şaşkınbakkal. T: 0216 386 8600. years of experience are clearly reflected in lead-free glaze and a high percentages of her specially designed handmade jewellery Ulus. T: 0212 257 6822. Off map. The Ritz Carlton available. www.beymen.com.tr. DİLEK HANİF—The first Turkish designer to present quartz, equal to original İznik quality. You can collection. She also creates modern textile Hotel Süzer Plaza Çarşısı. T: 0212 244 5954. B7. Nişantaşı, Mon-Sat 10am-8pm.Abdi İpekçi Cad. her own couture collection at Paris Haute Couture 23/1, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 373 4800. also enjoy a fascinating demonstration of fashion week. www.dilekhanif.com. Maçka Cad. designs employing Ottoman techniques and erdem kıramer—An established brand in A6. Zorlu Center, Daily 10am-10pm. Zorlu Center, traditional pottery making with a kick wheel. Ralli Apt. 37/2, Teşvikiye. T: 0212 219 3723-24. natural materials. Mon-Sun9am-9pm. Turkey, Erdem Kıramer works with Paris-based Sultanahmet, Daily 9am-7pm. Cankurtaran, ELİF CIGIZOĞLU—Introduces volume even to the www.mitienda.com.tr. Beşiktaş. T: 0212 306 3300. Off map. Dessange Paris, bringing the world’s innovations Alemdar Cad. 2/A, Sultanahmet. most classic garments with the added origamic Boutique floor of The Ritz-Carlton. to Turkey. Its hair designs successfully reflect the BOYNER—Its men’s, women’s, children’s wear, T: 0212 511 9300. Kariye, Daily (closed Wed) details. www.elifcigizoglu.com. Teşvikiye Cad. Gümüşsuyu Asker Ocağı Cad. 15, Elmadağ, latest in hair fashion in newspaper, magazine active sportswear, footwear & accessories, 9am-6pm. Camii Sok.4, Edirnekapı. Alhamra Apt. 28/3, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 296 0012. Taksim. T: 0212 293 8262. A6. and TV shootings, fashion shows and similar cosmetics and housewares departments offer a GAMZE SARAÇOĞLU—A member of the Fashion T: 0212 534 4916. C1/2. events. Daily 9am-7pm. vast selection of local and international brands. Designers Association, Saraçoğlu has worked for MOSER—Find some of Europe’s best crystal, www.erdemkiramer.com.tr. Maya Residence, Daily 10am-10pm. İstinyePark Shopping Centre, GALI COLLECTION—This home and marine brands like Zara, Marks & Spencer and Apple. porcelain and silver here, boasting some of Bebek Mah. Otlukbeli Cad. Yol Sok. 16, C Blok, İstinye Bayırı Cad. Sarıyer. T: 0212 345 5070. collection features nature-inspired forms Inspired by life and humanity, her designs are all the world’s top celebrity names as its fans. alongside contemporary hand-crafted silver The collections include Kosta Boda, Meissen, Etiler. T: 0212 352 1195. Off map. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). Bağdat Cad. 360, expressions of her joy and positive outlook. www. jewellery. View the fine silver collection, and gamzesaracoglu.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Isparta Orrefors, Georg Jensen, Haviland, Daum and Suadiye. T: 0216 385 1409. Off map. Gali-designed slippers to ward off the evil eye. Palas 19/3, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 296 6973. HAKAN Lalique. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. Concept Stores HARVEY NICHOLS—Kanyon Shopping Centre Mon-Fri 10am-6:30pm. YILDIRIM—This up-and-coming designer has won www.moserturkey.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad.38/3, is the home of this ultimate luxury designer ATÖLYE MARİPOSA—This shop offering designs www.thegalicollection.com. Kültür Mah. worldwide acclaim and extensive coverage Nişantaşı. T: 0212 291 1745-46. A6. by Didem Arayıcı and Banu Öneş features a destination. Spread over 3 floors, it offers over Küçük Çamlık Sitesi, Esra Sok. E Blok 2H D2, in the international press for his creations. PAŞABAHÇE BOUTIQUE—The right address for clothing collection inspired by the bohemian, 300 of world’s top designer labels in ladies’, Etiler. T: 0212 234 0138. www.houseofhakaan.com. Maçka Vişnezade Mah. A6. delightful premium glassware, with special romantic and chic women of yesteryear, plus men’s and children’s wear, cosmetics, fashion, Acısu Sok. Taşlık Apt. Zemin Kat 15, Maçka. GAIA & GINO—This İstanbul-based brand creates collections such as Ottoman, Enamel Glass, elegant, original home décor items. and home accessories, also including premium T: 0212 296 6948, 0212 261 0070, contemporary design products by famous Calligraphy on Glass, Mosaic, Ashura, Boutique www.atolyemariposa.com. Teşvikiye Branch, brands. Daily 10am-10pm. Mobile: 0530 234 1090. İPEK KRAMER—İpek Kramer designers including Karim Rashid, Arik Levy, is an important brand in haute couture nightwear Glass and others, as well as crystal, porcelain/ Teşvikiye Cad. Göksu Apt. 21/1, Nişantaşı. www.harveynichols.com. Büyükdere Cad. 185, Andree Putman, Jaime Hayon, Harry Allen, in Turkey. www.ipekkiramer.com. Nispetiye Cad. ceramics, and accessories. Daily 10am-10pm. T: 0212 327 8177. Branch, Şimşirci Kanyon Shopping Centre, Levent. A6. Christian Ghion, Constantin Boym, Yves Akmerkez Shopping Centre 363, Etiler. T: 0212 282 www.pasabahcemagazalari.com. Büyükdere Sok. 11/A, Cihangir. T: 0212 249 0483. T: 0212 319 1155. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). C6. Behar and Defne Koz, who bring creative 0143. GÖNÜL PAKSOY—Creativity that bears the Cad. 185, Kanyon Shopping Centre G 141, FEY—An original, unusual shop where you can find MARKS & SPENCER—Major British retailer with interpretations to traditional forms and patterns. marks of Turkish culture and history. From clothes Levent. T: 0212 353 0730. over 885 stores in more than 40 territories designs by owner Fatoş Yalın, vintage pieces, Mon-Sat 9am-7pm. Postacı Halil Sok. Polat Apt. 7 to accessories, shawls, pillows and slippers, all of Shopping Centre Map (p.16). clothing by Turkish designers, plus accessories around the world. Mon-Sat 10am-6pm, Sun D:4, Tarabya. T: 0212 223 4744. her designs are unique, special and reflective of Off map. SIR—Producing both traditional and contemporary including leather purses, iPhone/iPad cases, 12pm-8pm. www.marksandspencer.com.tr. her inner world. Teşvikiye, Atiye Sok. 1, Teşvikiye. GODIVA—For a wonderful romantic moment ceramic designs, Sır approaches space from T-shirts, silk shirts, jewellery by foreign Abdi İpekçi Cad. 2, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 236 0209. MACHKA—A symbol of noble or a surprise treat, this world-famous Belgian an artistic stand point to provid unique choices designers, coffee cups and more. T: 0212 219 6657-58. A6. A46—Stylish brand and destinations for women post-romantic elegance with its collections inc chocolatier is the sweetest choice. Creating the who want to remain elegant both day and night. ready-to-wear for women. www.machka.com.tr. Abdi suited to varying tastes. Mon-Sat 9:30am- Mon-Sat 11am-7.30pm. Mim Kemal Öke Cad. 9, VAKKO—This leading Turkish brand presents finest chocolates since 1926, Godiva’s tradition www.a46.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Kaşıkçıoğlu Apt. İpekçi Cad. Atit Apt. 29/2, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 219 1936. 7:30pm. www.sircini.com Serdar-Ekrem Cad. Nişantaşı. T: 0212 219 8724. A6. its own interpretation of today’s fashions in and legendary flavour await you. Mon-Sat 10am- 42, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 233 9031. ARZU KAPROL— ÖZGÜR MASUR—Always striving for innovation 38/1, Galata. T: 0212 2933661. D5. INUI—Nişantaşı source for avant-garde designers men’s and women’s wear while remaining 9pm, Sun 12am-6pm. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Ünsal Arzu Kaprol couture reflects femininity, comfort and and uniqueness in his collections, Özgür Masur is TASH CORNER—A warm, welcoming shop including Hüseyin Çağlayan, Anne Valerie Hash true to its superior fabric and manifacturing Apt. 6-8, B, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 246 4186. private use. www.arzukaprol.net. Teşvikiye Cad. Atiye especially noted for his low necklines, miniskirts and A6. offering handmade designs, from silver and and Noir. Mon-Sat 10:30am-7pm. quality. Daily 10am-10pm. www.vakko.com.tr. Sok. 9, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 225 0129. ATIL KUTOĞLU— shorts, and finely-crafted, bold, brilliant and sexy HİREF—Reflecting Anatolian art and culture in the semiprecious stones, plus imported earrings, www.inuibutik.com. Maçka Cad. Zekipaşa Apt. Büyükdere Cad. 185, Kanyon Shopping With an emphasis on materials like silk, cotton, designs. www.ozgurmasur.com. Ihlamur Yolu Cad., world of contemporary Turkish design, Hiref has necklaces and bracelets in many colours and 12/A Teşvikiye. T: 0212 296 6010. Centre 138, Levent. T: 0212 353 1080. wool, cashmere and leather in his collections, Atıl Can Apt. 11/5, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 233 0678. A6. now added its new Bakır, Beykoz and Abdan styles. Mon-Sat 8:30am-7pm. Kapalıçarşı, Koltuk Shopping Centre Map (p.16). Kutuoğlu has a long list of international customers ÖZLEM SÜER—With avant garde, neo-romantic MUSEUM OF FINE CLOTHING—Appropriate for any collections to its offerings. Daily 10am-10pm. including Jessica Alba, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Naomi designs, Özlem Süer offers alternatives for day or Kazancılar Sok. 27, Eminönü. season, Eda Güngör’s designs range from basic Gift & Collectables www.hiref.com.tr. Büyükdere Cad. 185, Campbell and Elizabeth Jagger. Known for his sleek night. Party dresses, bridal gowns, concert designs T: 0212 528 69 72. E4. t-shirts to silk blouses, with simple forms and Kanyon Shopping Centre 50-51, Levent. eveningwear. www.atilkutoglu.com. Teşvikiye, and boutique designs in over 60 shops abroad. severe lines. www.museumoffineclothing.com. ANATOLI—The Anatoli brand brings centuries-old T: 0212 353 5450. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). Bostan Sok. 9/2, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 260 6067. Mon-Sat 9am-7pm. www.ozlemsuer.com. Hammams Mon-Sat 10am-8pm. Teşvikiye Cad. Dilek Apt. cultural motifs and symbols Anatolian to life. BAHAR KORÇAN—World-renowned designer Bahar Özlem Süer House: Büyükçiftlik Sok. 20, Nişantaşı. LOKUM İSTANBUL—Creating unique and original 9/4, Teşvikiye. T: 0212 233 4535. Its modern designs bring together designers Koçan uses handwoven silk, Japanese wool textiles, T: 0212 240 5738. Özlem Süer Suadiye: Bağdat Cad. AYASOFYA HÜRREM SULTAN HAMAMI (Bath of A6. designs on İstanbul’s European side since and skilled artisans to create a unique line organic cotton and bamboo fiber plaits. Plaj Yolu Sok. 12, Suadiye. T: 0216 445 9043. Roxelana)—Commissioned in 1556 to Mimar POW—This concept comic book and figurine shop 2005, Lokum İstanbul features Turkish delight, of decorative objects and giftware, with the www.baharkorcan.org. Şahkulu Mah. Serdar-ı Ekrem DERVİŞ-RAŞİT BAĞZIBAĞLI—Raşit Bağzıbağlı-In Sinan by Sultan Suleyman I, this hamam was offers a range of products based on favourite cologne, candles, confections, cards and very Kubbe-i Âliye coffee set and their Seljuk carafe Sok. Seraskerci Çıkmazı, Ferah Apt. 5, Galata, addition to his achievements as a haute couture named after his wife Hürrem Sultan, popularly world comic books, including Marvel, DC Direct special fabrics. Daily 8am-8pm. among their top selling designs. Daily 10am- Beyoğlu. T: 0212 293 6855. CENGİZ ABAZOĞLU— designer, Raşit Bağzıbağlı is also on his way to known as Roxelana. The Haseki Hürrem and Kotobukiya. There’s also a colourful bakery www.lokumistanbul.com. Kuruçeşme Cad. 15, 7pm. www.anatoli.com.tr. Adressİstanbul, Halide Starting as a designer of leather and ready-to-wear transforming his ready-wear brand B. Rushh into a Sultan Hamam has recently been restored offering böreks, tarts and concept cakes. Kuruçeşme, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 287 1528. global brand. www.rasitbagzibagli.com. Levent Cad. Edip Adıvar Mah. Çiftecevizler Deresi Sok. 2, Off map. brands, this designer then opened his own workshop and reopened as one of the most important www.pow.com.tr. Caddebostan Mah. Haldun 34, 1.Levent. T: 0212 283 8772. SİMAY BÜLBÜL—The 4/F, Şişli. T: 0212 222 3040. Daily 10am-10pm. LOTUS İZNİK CERAMICS—Lotus Iznik Ceramics where he features his haute couture collections. His treasures in the Ottoman-Turkish bath tradition. Taner Sokak Güneysu Apt.12/1, Kadıköy. first boutique in Nişantaşı. www.cengizabazoglu.net. brand’s personality is infused with an urban feel of İstinyepark main floor, İstinyePark Shopping offers the best quality, handmade and It was the first bath in which the men’s and T: 0216 386 0016. Off map. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 24/2, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 234 5242. the streets, reflected by those that wear them. Her Centre, İstinye Bayırı Cad. 73, Sarıyer. handpainted, world famous Turkish Ceramics women’s sections were built to the same plan. CLOSH—This boutique specializes in ready-to-wear earthy designs feature unusual cuts, tooled leather T: 0212 345 6858. and Tiles. They carefully select the finest Daily 7am-12am. Cankurtaran Mah. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). and wedding gowns for customers. and ragged details. www.sim-ay.com. Bereketzade Cosmetics examples of traditional and modern İznik and Bab-ı Hümayun Cad. 1, Sultanahmet. ASSOULINE—With branches in Paris, New York, www.closhboutique.com. Atiye Sok. 2, Teşvikiye. Mah. , Kuleçıkmazı 17, Galata. Kütahya ceramic designs. Each art piece is T: 0212 517 3535. F4. L’OCCITANE— Creams, soaps, candles and natural Las Vegas, Los Angeles and now İstanbul, T: 0212 258 5756. ÇİĞDEM AKIN—Original and T: 0212 292 7899. SONGÜL CABACI—Appealing to custom ordered to outstanding local artists, skin care products. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. Assouline stores offer a selection of limited- distinct designs prepared for special days carrying the woman in search of an elegant, avant-garde look, HISTORIC GALATASARAY HAMAM—This hamam who sign every one of their achievements. www.loccitane.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 43/B, edition book bags, book stands, stationery, all the features made for individuals who follow the Cabacı creates designs that epitomise the blending is part of the Galatasaray Mosque complex, Mon-Sat 9am-6pm. Nakilbent Sok. 13, of plastic arts and fashion. www.songulcabaci.com. Nişantaşı. T: 0533 489 5468. A6. bookends and fine antiques. Mon-Sat 10am- trend. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Erkan Apt. 28/4, Nişantaşı. built in 1481 at the orders of Sultan Beyazıt II. Sultanahmet. T: 0212 516 5222. F4. T: 0212 248 1177. DENİZ KAPROL—One of Turkey’s Hacı Mimi Mah.Serdar-ı Ekrem Sok. Hoca Ali Yokuşu, The Turkish bath is fully equipped, and staffed M.A.C.—Wide variety of makeup products and 7pm, Sun 12am-6pm. Cevdet Paşa Cad. 25/A, foremost brands in jewellery and accessory design, 25/1, Galata. T: 0212 245 9136. by attendents and special masseurs, with the cosmetics with assistance from experts. Bebek. T: 0212 287 5534. Off map. option of a ‘shock’ bath after your session.

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www.galatasarayhamami.com. İstanbul's diversity, contrasts and chaos, Hollywood stars. Mon-Sat 9:30am-7:30pm. Bayan Hamamı (women): T: 0212 249 4342. Autoban brings together a variety of disciplines www.fretteistanbul.com Abdi İpekçi Cad. 38, Victoria Secret, Daily 8am-9pm. Bay Hamamı (men): in one place. This very special gallery in the Nişantaşı. T: 0212 343 0023. p.27 A6. Sephora, p.26 T: 0212 252 4242. Daily 7am-10pm. Akaretler Rowhouses displays their latest HAREMLIQUE—Company offering own production Turnacıbaşı Sok. 24, Galatasaray. creations that are becoming an indispensable C5. of luxury linens and towels as well as fine silks, part of everyday life. Sinanpaşa Mah. cashmeres, upholstery and home accessories for Süleyman Seba Cad. 16-20, Akaretler, Beşiktaş. Homewares the finest homes, yachts and boutique hotels. T: 0212 369 2463. A7. ABDULLA—Comprised of two stores offering Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. www.haremlique.com. natural products in the Grand Bazaar. Boasting BEYMEN HOME—Leading world brands in Şair Nedim Cad. 11, Akaretler, Beşiktaş. mystical interiors influenced by the overall everything from decoration to home textiles, T: 0212 236 3843. B7. lighting to table design as well as one-of-a-kind atmosphere of the Bazaar, the stores offer a vast HERİTİA—Offering a wealth of fine handicrafts, products by world-renowned designers. range of authentic products from fabrics to oil Heritia is filled with treasures like tables and Objects created of fine materials such as crystal, soaps, leather work to bedding. jewel boxes inlaid with mother-of-pearl, ornate brass and bronze. Daily 10am-10pm. Mon-Sat 9:30pm-7pm. Alibaba Türbe Sok. 25, worry beads, tablecloths and wall-hangings www.beymen.com.tr. Nispetiye Cad. Nuruosmaniye. T: 0212 526 3070. F4. hand-embroidered in silver and gold thread. Akmerkez Shopping Centre, Etiler. ALHAMMAM—A world of accoutrements of Look out also for traditional Turkish lokum, hard T: 0212 316 6900. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). historical and modern hammam culture candies and flavoured almond pastes. including soaps, copper products, scrubs and CHAKRA—Towels and bathrobes from bamboo www.heritia.com.tr. Meşrutiyet Cad. Baran Apt. luffas, peshtemals, towels and hammam bowls. fibre that softens when washed, in a variety 79, D:1-2, Asmalımescit, Beyoğlu. Camper, p.26 An excellent place to find the perfect gift or of colours and patterns. Cosmetics specially T: 0212 243 5800. C4. produced for Chakra in Paris under the brand to treat yourself. Mon-Sat 8am-7:30pm. İZNİK WORKS—A homely store in the heart of the Chakra SPA Collection also available. www.alhammam.com.cn. Çarşıkapı, Grand Bazaar, İznik Works offers the centuries- Drop by for an alternative look at houseware. Nuruosmaniye Cad. 10, Sofçuhan Girişi, old glory of Turkish tile and pottery making. Daily 10am-10pm. www.chakra.com.tr. Nuruosmaniye. T: 0212 512 2002. E4. The finest examples of İznik tiles in blue, green Büyükdere Cad. 185, Kanyon Shopping Centre and white embellish the store. ARMAGGAN—Venue offering its exclusive B2, Levent. T: 0212 353 0757. products that reinterpret the inspiration of Mon-Sat 9am-7pm. www.iznikworks.com. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). Anatolia through modern designs created in its Grand Bazaar, Takkeciler Sok. 82-84, Eminönü. DANTELL—A wonderful new place for fine bed T: 0212 522 4242. F5. own workshops. The limited editions include life. www.gilan.com. Daily 10am-10pm. Audemars-Piguet, Breguet, Chopard, de linens, tablecloths, towels, pillows, napkins to suit every taste. Mon-Sat 8.30am-6pm. jewellery and home textiles collections as well MUDO CONCEPT—Offers a broad product range www.gilan.com. Four Seasons Hotel İstanbul at the Grisogono, Breitling, Gucci, Caran d’Ache and and bathrobes, including the Dreamy Whites, www.assosdiamond.com. Molla Feneri Mah. as custom clothing produced using natural in decoration, furniture, personal accessories, Bosphorus, Çırağan Cad. 28, Beşiktaş. Swiss Kubik. Daily 10am-10pm. Everyday Glamour, Spring Garden, Ecclechic Nuruosmaniye Cad. 60, Eminönü. dyes—all exhibited in its seven-storey building. home textiles and lighting for living spaces, T: 0212 258 2163. İstinyePark Shopping Centre, www.tektassaatcilik.com.tr. Kanyon Shopping and signed Tuvana Büyükçınar’s Tuvanam For T: 0212 528 3500. E4. Mon-Sat 10am-8pm. www.armaggan.com. kitchens and bathrooms. Daily 10am-10pm. İstinye Bayırı Cad. 459, Sarıyer. Centre, Büyükdere Cad. 1/9, 4. Levent. Dantell collections. Special exclusive design BOYBEYİ—Founded in 1881, Boybeyi Jewellery has Abdi İpekçi Cad. Bostan Sok. 8, Nişantaşı. www.mudoconcept.com.tr. T: 0212 345 5008. T: 0212 353 0555 accessories also available. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. five shops in the Grand Bazaar. Boybeyi carries Shopping Centre Map (p.16). . Shopping Centre Map (p.16). T: 0212 291 6292. A6. Teşvikiye, Akkavak-Şakayık Sok. 47/2, www.dantell.com. Sinanpaşa Mah. Şair Nedim a wonderful collection of quality, high-end HOMA JEWELLERY—Incorporating precious TIARA—Tiara Jewellery offers a splendid collection This exclusive store's new Nuruosmaniye outlet Tunaman Çarşısı. T: 0212 444 6836. A6. presents a wide variety of specially designed Cad. 10, Akaretler. T: 0212 224 0867. A7 / B7. jewellery. Mon-Sat 9am-7pm. stones with medieval legends and mythical of jewellery inspired by the artistic history of RIVIÈRA MAISON—Every concept and product www.boybeyi.com. Grand Bazaar, Kalpakçılar creatures, Homa creates designs that suggest Anatolian civilizations and the creativity of objects, such as jewellery, naturally-dyed DECORİNN—From glass to textiles, leather and from this Dutch design brand speaks of style their own stories. Inspired by the steam age, contemporary artists. Made of the highest textiles, carpets, leather goods, textiles and fine antiques, this shop is redolent of Turkish culture. Cad. 151/163, Aynacılar Sok. 33/35, Acıçeşme and subtlety. Riviera Maison offers over 3,000 its astounding decor that reflects the retro- quality gold, platinum and semi-precious stores, dining, all under one roof. Not only that, but it is Offering modern takes on local handwork and Sok. 22, Beyazıt. T: 0212 522 4446. E4. furnishings and accessory collections for the futuristic elements of the steampunk trend. the jewellery collection features the utmost in also home to Nar Gourmet, Nar Restaurant, traditional crafts, it is an ideal place to shop for BVLGARI—Leading name in Italian-style jewellery home, changing seasonally. Mon-Sat 10:30am- www.homajewellery.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad, craftsmanship and quailty. Daily 9am-6pm. Nar Café, the Culinary Arts Center (YESAM), the giftware or home decor. Mon-Sat 9am-6pm. and precious fashion pieces since 1884. Mon- 7:30pm. www.rivieramaison.com.tr. Lalezar Apt. 45, D:11, Nişantaşı. www.tiarajewellery.com. Yavuz Sinan Mah. Armaggan Art Gallery and Bora Travel. www.decorinn.com.tr. Nuruosmaniye Cad. 37/A, Sat 10am-7pm. Bayıldım Cad. 2, Swissôtel the Mon-Sat 10am-8pm. www.armaggan.com. Süleyman Seba Cad. 12, Akaretler. T: 0212 514 9945. A6. Ragıp Gümüş Pala Cad. 69, Unkapanı. Nuruosmaniye. T: 0212 511 5005. E4. Bosphorus, Maçka. T: 0212 259 0227. B7. T: 0212 708 1220. Off map. T: 0212 526 6363. Nuruosmaniye Cad. 65, Beyazıt. KARUN JEWELLERY—Unique, expertly-crafted F5. FRETTE —An international name in home textile CARTIER BOUTIQUE—Watches, wedding and T: 0212 522 4433. E4. YAZZMA—This shop selling shawls, scarves, custom designs with origins in the Grand Bazaar TIFFANY & CO.—Renowned for its rare and and design, preferred by some of the world’s engagement rings, diamond jewellery and kaftans, slippers and pillows in a riot of colours and extending to the United States. The store magnificent diamonds, Tiffany & Co. has for AUTOBAN—Created in 2003 by Seyhan Özdemir most elegant hotels since 1860, Frette is also other luxury items are available from this has something to suite any taste. The authentic offers jewellery produced in its own workshop. decades been the world’s premier jeweller and and Sefer Çağlar, and taking its name from the choice of several famous politicians and l e a d i n g F r e n c h b r a n d . M o n - S a t 10 :3 0 a m -7p m . products fit not only classic decor, but modern Mon-Sat 9:30am-10pm. www.karunjewellery.com. America’s finest house of design. Tiffany style www.cartierboutique.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 20, homes as well. Mon-Sat 8:30am-7pm. Teşvikiye Cad. Sayın Apt. 25, Teşvikiye. is defined by groundbreaking designers and Nişantaşı. T: 0212 296 1317. A6. Burberry, p.18 www.yazzma.com. Kapalıçarşı, Takkeciler Sok. T: 0212 227 7476. A6. glamorous collections. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. 58-60, Eminönü. T: 0212 512 7981. E4. CHOPARD—World-renowned brand in jewellery www.tiffany.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Atiye Sok. OGİA—This top jewellery store transforms and watches, Chopard has established itself as a 9/B, Teşvikiye. T: 0212 219 8346. diamonds, rubies, emeralds, sapphires, gold A6. landmark with its custom design products. Jewellery and silver into designs that echo Ottoman URART—This jeweller in bustling Nişantaşı stands Mon-Fri 10am-6pm, Sat 10:30am-4:30pm. culture. Ogia’s collection encompasses out- out with its unique, modern designs that draw AGORA MÜCEVHERAT—A testament to the skill and Mim Kemal Öke Cad. 13/A, Nişantaşı. of-the-ordinary designs from chunky rings to upon and interpret the very special works of taste of their craftsmen, Agora’s one-of-a-kind T: 0212 225 1775. A6. jewellery, of pure 24-carat gold embellished with delicate brooches. Daily 9am-6:30pm. Anatolian civilisations and cultures. Mon-Sat DAMAS—Since its founding, this brand has precious stones, will take you on a trip straight ogiajewellery.com. Molla Fenari Mah. 10am-7pm. www.urart.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Cad. followed the trends and innovations in the into the Arabian Nights. www.agorarug.com. Nuruosmaniye Cad. Atasaray İş Hanı, 23 D:8, 18/1, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 246 7194. A6. world of jewellery and timepieces, and Cağaloğlu. T: 0212 528 9289. E4. Nuruosmaniye Cad. Türbedar Sok. 9, Cağaloğlu. ÜLSEVEN—Ülseven Fine Jewellery has been successfully represented world-renowned T: 0212 528 7441. E4. SEVAN BIÇAKÇI—Award-winning designer creating unique masterpieces and brands. Mon-Sat 10am-6:30pm. offering much sought-after pieces, particularly exclusive jewellery collections for over ASPENDOS takı—Alternative jewellery and gem www.damasjewellery.com.tr. Atiye Sok. 34, the unique and highly valuable ring designs. 60 years. A well-known company in the collections feature Ottoman-themed antique Nişantaşı. T: 0212 240 5967. A6. diamonds, plus the latest in natural precious Flawless handmade diamond jewellery and Grand Bazaar, Ülseven serves its upscale and semiprecious stones. Mon-Sat 10am-6pm. GASIA—Gasia is a manufacturer and wholesaler of special collections echoing Turkish handiwork clients in its Nişantaşı, and Bakırköy stores. www.aspendostaki.com. Teşvikiye Cad. 29/A, design jewellery, specializing in 24 karat hand have captured the attention of collectors Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. www.ulseven.com.tr. hammered products. Mon-Sat 9am-7pm. worldwide. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. Teşvikiye Cad. 22/A, Nişantaşı. Nişantaşı. T: 0212 225 9409. A6. www.gasiajewelry.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 21/1, www.sevanbicakci.com. Vişnezade Mah. T: 0212 291 0656. A6. ASSOS DIAMOND—This store is filled with elegant Nişantaşı. T: 0212 219 2715. Şair Nedim Cad. 3, Akaretler, Beşiktaş. A6. ZELA—Zela’s unites the elegance of the world and out-of-the-ordinary designs, with distinct T: 0212 236 9199. B7. wedding, gold, silver, precious stone and GİLAN—The number one name in haute couture of jewellery, the mystery of the East, and the diamond collections which offer something jewellery in Istanbul, Gilan brings the luxury of TEKTAŞ WATCHES & JEWELLERY—Offering luxury modern lines of the West. Embodying beauty the Ottoman, Roman and Byzantine eras back to watch and jewellery designs by Patek Philippe, and nobility in its designs for 20 years, the

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unparalleled collections bring out the best of www.monev.com.tr. Teşvikiye Cad. 26/A, These include epilation, spot reducing, Daily 8am-8pm. İstiklal Cad. 183/A, Beyoğlu. to be taken home, roasted in pans, then ground precious and semiprecious stones. Mon-Sat Ted Baker, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 296 0453. A6. anti-ageing treatments, permanent makeup, T: 0212 244 2804. C5. in hand cranked mills or mortar and pestles. This 10am-7pm. www.zelajewels.com. Abdi İpekçi Harvey Nichols p. 22 manicure-pedicure, seaweed treatments, long, tedious and exhausting process had to be PORLAND PORCELAIN—Established in 1992, this BEBEK BADEM EZMESİ—Sweet shop famous for Cad. 9/A, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 296 0055. massage, and healthy dietary consulting. undertaken every time to savour a cup of coffee. A6. brand produces excellent, unique designs that its almond and pistachio pastes. Products www.sakabeautycenter.com. Konaklar Mah. Daily 8am-7pm. www.mehmetefendi.com. combine style, aesthetics and quality. Also are always fresh and made from top-quality Akasyalı Sok. 38, 4.Levent. T: 0212 264 5400. Rüstem Paşa, Hasırcılar Cad. Tahmis Sok. 66, Leather & Fur serving luxurious hotels and restaurants, Porland ingredients. Daily 9:30am-8pm. Cevdet Paşa Off map. Eminönü. T: 0212 511 4262-63. E4. DESA—Established in 1972, this brand now Porcelain is a 'green' company that adheres Cad. 53/C, Bebek. T: 0212 263 5984. Off map. strictly to environmental regulations in its SANİTAS SPA & Wellness —This quality spa operates with 73 stores in Turkey and 2 abroad. CEMİLZADE 1883—Many traditional Turkish delight production. Daily 10am-10pm. provides true relaxation with a Turkish bath, In addition to leather products, it also produces varieties as well as its exclusive fruit Turkish Underwear & Swimsuit www.porland.com.tr. Büyükdere Cad. 22, massage, peeling and skin care, along with silk, chiffon, cashmere and knitwear skirts, delights, hard candies and nut pastes, each as AGENT PROVOCATEUR—Elegant and irresistibly Cevahir Shopping Centre 39, Şişli. fitness programmes including yoga and Pilates, jackets, trousers, coats and accessories. Daily sweet as the next, but light as well. Mon-Sat glamorous lingerie, nightwear, footwear, T: 0212 380 0946. B6. to get you off to a dynamic and energetic new 10am-10pm. www.desa.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 10am-8:30pm, Sun 11am-7pm. Nispetiye Cad. accessories, outerwear, candles and perfumes start. Daily 7am-9.30pm. www.thesanitas.com. 1, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 232 1290. A6. Bağdat Cad. 104/B Etiler. T: 0212 257 2865. Off map. that radiate sensuality for all occasions. The Sofa Hotel, Teşvikiye Cad. 41-A, Nişantaşı. 443/A, Suadiye. T: 0216 416 4368. Off map. Shoes & Bags Daily 10am-10pm. www.agentprovocateur.com. Bağdat Cad. 244, Göztepe. T: 0216 369 8037. T: 0212 219 2195. A6. FARUK GÜLLÜOĞLU—Popular both in Turkey CAMPER—Spanish brand that transforms walking and around the world, Güllüoğlü in Karaköy Büyükdere Cad. 185, Kanyon Shopping Centre, Off map. İstinyePark Shopping Centre 398, Sarıyer. SPA & HAMMAM—Four Seasons Hotel Bosphorus into an art. Daily 10am-10pm. www.camper.com. has served traditional Turkish baklava and Harvey Nichols, Levent. T: 0212 319 1190. T: 0212 245 6739. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). offers a stress-free, peaceful environment in the İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre other sweets for two centuries with the same Shopping Centre Map (p.16). heart of the city at Spa & Hammam, combining DERİMOD—With 31 years in the business, this 352, İstinye. T: 0212 345 6026. meticulous care at every stage in the process. INTIMISSIMI/CALZEDONIA—Italian clothing label Far Eastern philosophy with Western technology leading leather products brand has several Shopping Centre Map (p.16). Mon-Sat 7am-7pm. www.gulluoglu.com.tr. launched in 1996, specializing in bras, briefs, branches abroad in addition to its 48 branches to serve in a modern-day tradition concept. CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN—This season, timeless Rıhtım Cad. Katlı Otopark Altı 3-4, Karaköy. lingerie, vests, and pyjamas for women and men. in Turkey, striving to create fashion and make Daily 6:30am-10pm. French designer Louboutin is renowned T: 0212 293 0910. D5. Daily 10am-10pm. www.intimissimi.com. leather a part of fashion. Daily 10am-10pm. w w w.fourseasons.com/bosphorus. for his high-heeled, red-soled shoes. The İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre www.derimod.com.tr. İstinye Bayırı Cad. Four Seasons Bosphorus, Çırağan Cad. 28, KOSKA HELVACISI—Leading manufacturer and Summerissima is one of the many striking shoes 326, İstinye. T: 0212 345 5796. İstinyePark Shopping Centre R317, Sarıyer. Beşiktaş. T: 0212 381 4160. B8. exporter of Turkish Halva, a tahini-based from the collection. Mon-Sat 10am-8pm, cofection popular over a vast region, as well as Shopping Centre Map (p.16). T: 0212 345 5753. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). Sun 12am-8pm. www.christianlouboutin.com. other traditional flavours inc preserves, sesame VICTORIA’S SECRET—The famous lingerie brand DERİSHOW—Establishment providing fine Abdi İpekçi Cad. 22/A, Nişantaşı. Turkish Delicacies paste and molasses, Turkish delight and light offers mostly accessories, but also sells perfumes, leather products and different designs for T: 0212 296 7870. A6. ALİ MUHİDDİN HACI BEKİR—An international brand products for diabetics. Available in all major cosmetics and laptop bags. Daily 10am-10pm. its customers since 1987. Daily 10am-10pm. DERİDEN—Local distributor of world-famous with an extensive exports network spanning the food retailers. www.koska.com. City’s Nişantaşı Shopping Centre, Kat: T, www.derishow.com.tr. İstinye Bayırı Cad. brands inc DKNY, Timberland, Sebago, world from Japan to New Zealand, the Middle Teşvikiye Cad. 162, Şişli. T: 0212 373 2990. A6. İstinyePark Shopping Centre 507, Sarıyer. KURUKAHVECİ MEHMET EFENDİ—The origins of Kowalski, Calvin Klein, Bikkembergs, Boticelli, East, Latvia, the United Kingdom and the United coffee culture throughout the world today can T: 0212 345 5908. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). Lion, Palladium, Logan, and Buffalo. Daily 10am- States, it offers Turkish delight or lokum, be traced back to Turkish Coffee. For centuries, Watches KOÇ DERİ—Established in 1968, Koç Deri 10pm. www.deriden.com.tr. Çırağan Cad. Vapur hard candies, nut pastes, halvahs and dragees. coffee was originally purchased as green beans manufactures for global brands including İskelesi Sok. 1, Ortaköy. T: 0212 261 7666. A9. SAAT & SAAT—This store carries premium watches Armani and Dolce & Gabbana. One of the most and ornaments from a host of brands inc Adidas, GIUSSEPPE ZANOTTI DESIGN—Glamorous women’s widely known stores in the Grand Bazaar, it is Balmain, Burberry, Chronotech, Citizen, Diesel, footwear by this Italian designer is excellent also a favourite of many celebrities. Sarıyer. T: 0212 345 5425. DKNY, Emporio Armani, Escape, Esprit, Fossil, for social functions with its dressy style that Mon-Sat 8:30am-7:30pm. www.kocderi.com. GC, GF Ferre, Hamilton, Hugo Boss Guess, Just Shopping Centre Map (p.16). emphasizes femininity. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. Grand Bazaar, Kürkçüler Çarşısı 22/46, Eminönü. Cavalli, Michael Kors, Miss Sixty, Roberto Cavalli, JO MALONE—Try and choose the best perfumes www.giuseppe-zanotti-design.com. Abdi İpekçi Timberland, Tommy Hilfiger, Valentino, Welder T: 0212 527 5553. E4. from a broad range of products from Jo Cad. 24/26, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 232 0745. A6. and Zodiac. Daily 10am-10pm. KUZU DERİ—Keeping up with fashion with the Malone, which adheres to the philosophy that TORY BURCH—This U.S. designer, who made a www.saatvesaat.com. Büyükdere Cad. 22, finest leather and fur goods since 1960, Kuzu perfume should match the person’s skin and name for himself with his flats named after his Cevahir Shopping Centre 44/A, Şişli. Deri also has branches in France, Sweden, character. Mon-Sat 10am-8pm. mother Reva, offers a luxurious collection of T: 0212 380 0972. Off map. Norway and Russia. Check out their special new www.jomalone.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 39/1, leather and patent leather bags, accessories, designs in their Zeytinburnu and Nuruosmaniye Nişantaşı. T: 0212 231 4416. A6. shoes, flats and boots in its single location. Daily stores. www.kuzu.com.tr. Bab-ı Ali Cad. 7/A La DÉesse—Turkey’s first ever perfume design 10am-10pm. www.toryburch.com Zorlu Center, Wedding Clothes Cağaloğlu. T: 0212 513 5898. F5. boutique, La Déesse is perfect for anyone who Zincirlikuyu Cad. Beşiktaş. Off map. BEYMEN BRIDAL—Beymen offers a host of bridal wants to create his or her own special fragrance. dresses to women preparing for that special Outlet You can also find the world’s most exclusive Spas day, and is Turkey’s exclusive source for top 212 İSTANBUL POWER OUTLET —Only 5 minutes brands, including Keiko Mecheri, which was designers including Lanvin, Christos, Amsale, CAUDALIE VINOTHERAPIE SPA—One of the from İstanbul Atatürk International Airport, 212 inspired by Turkish delight, and Kenneth Pool, Romona, Keveza, Valentino and most luxurious spas in town offering Caudalie İstanbul boasts 170 shops, 9 movie theatres, Miller Harris by Lyn Harris, known for the Albertta Ferretti. Daily 10am-8pm. signature treatments along with traditional 3,000 square meters of recreation area and a fragrances she has created for royalty. www.beymen.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 23/1, hammam and Asian rituals. Daily 8am-10pm. 3,500-car free parking lot. An amazing structure, www.ladeesse.com.tr. Teşvikiye Cad. 31/2, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 373 4800. A6. www.lesottomans.com. Hotel Les Ottomans great choices, easy access and discount prices. Nişantaşı. T: 0212 230 0001. A6. Spa, Muallim Naci Cad. 68, Kuruçeşme. pronovıas—Offering an extensive collection of 212 İstanbul offers unique outlet brands like Polo SEPHORA—More than 10,000 brand-name T: 0212 359 1533. Off map. wedding gowns, Pronovias treats every bride Garage, Stefanel, Tommy Hilfiger, Deichmann, products in a variety of categories from makeup as unique and every wedding as a challenge. Mudo, Derimod, G-Lingerie, Herry, Danielle to skin-care plus exclusive secret formula ESPA SPA—An extraordinary oasis in a bustling Pronovias shares your excitement from the Lopez, Avva, Kappa/Superga, LC Waikiki, Outset products unique to Sephora. Daily 10am-10pm. city, this luxury spa offers guests at The İstanbul moment you first walk in the door until your (Diesel), Park Bravo, Nine West, La Senza, www.sephora.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Edition hotel an unparalleled experience wedding day. Mon-Sat 10:30-7:30pm. Cacharel, Pierre Carden, U.S. Polo and more. Shopping Centre, L326-327, İstinye. incorporating beauty, health and wellness in a www.pronovias.com. Teşvikiye Cad. setting of exquisite luxury. An atmosphere of www.212istanbul.com. Mahmutbey Merkez Mah. T: 0212 345 6035. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). İnayet Apt. 129/1, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 296 4304. A6. Taşocağı Cad. 5, Bağcılar. T: 0212 444 4212. Off map. opulence pervades, decorated in rich metallic Porcelain woods and embossed bronze floors, softened VAKKO WEDDING—Vakko style meets designer Perfumery by upholstered walls and comfortable seating. wedding gowns by world-renowned fashion MONEV PORCELAIN—Chain offering several Daily 10am-10pm. www.editionhotels.com. brands including Oscar De La Renta, Vera Wang, BATH & BODY WORKS—Focusing on natural exclusive brands inc Rosenthal, Wedgewood, Büyükdere Cad. 136, Levent. Emanuel Ungaro, Elie by Elia Saab, Marchesa, cosmetics, this store offers a wide choice Villeroy & Boch, Lenox, Haviland, Robbe T: 0212 317 7700. Off map. Vera Wang, Monique Lhuillier, Reem Acra and of aromatherapy oils, fruit essence soaps, Berking, WMF, Kahla and JG Durand. Broad Valentino, to create an epic atmosphere. Mon- SAKA BEAUTY/SPA & ANTI-AGING—This beauty shampoos and creams. Daily 10am-10pm. range includes decorative objects, stylish Sat 10am-7:30pm. www.vakko.com.tr. Süleyman centre is staffed by experienced beauticians, www.bathandbodyworks.com. İstinyePark porcelain, crystal and silver sets, kitchen utensils, Seba Cad. 27, Akaretler. T: 0212 258 6608. B7. offers a wide range of treatments and services. Shopping Centre, Giriş Katı İstinye Bayırı Cad. vases and chandeliers. Mon-Sat 10am-8pm.

26 WHERE İSTANBUL I January 2014 january 2014 I WHERE İSTANBUL 27 Dining BEST OF İSTANBUL DINING 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

TA PA S U M A 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

Antakya-style dürüm, flavored with peppers and BEJ KARAKÖY—International. With a menu offering European Side allspice and wrapped in thin lavash bread. The both Turkish and European cuisine and fresh fruit IST TOO menu also includes Syrian, Lebanese, French cocktails, this French-style restaurant stays open Close to the historic Dolmabahçe Palace and the Istanbul Maritime ASMALIMESCİT, BEYOĞLU, and Ottoman specialities such as locally spiced into the night on weekends. Make sure to sample Museum, Ist Too serves exquisite Asian, Southeast Turkish, TAKSİM & KARAKÖY HH grilled meats, and mezes of olives with zahter and the salads and desserts. Mon-Thu 10am-12am, Mediterranean and classical Turkish dishes. Items to try include hummus. HH Mon-Sat L & D. Fri & Sat 10am-2am. Sun 10am-5pm. Kemankeş 360 İSTANBUL RESTAURANT&BAR—International. lamb shank with tomato and plum molasses, and duck breast with Commanding a full panoramic view of İstanbul www.antiochiaconcept.com. Asmalımescit, Cad. Fransız Geçidi İş Merkezi, 11 A, Karaköy. including Hagia Sophia and the Sea of Marmara. Minare Sok. 21, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 292 1100. C5. T: 0212 251 7195. C5. orange sauce. The restaurant also holds special food and wine DJ and live performances combine with great AGATHA RESTAURANT—International. The main BIG CHEF—International. Whether you’re just starting tastings on Wednesday evenings, 7pm-10.30pm. cuisine, and contemporary interior at the top of a restaurant of the recently-reopened Pera Palace your day or going for lunch, a coffee break or Shangri La Bosphorus, Hayrettin İskelesi Sok.1, Beşiktaş. 19th- century building. Try the Zen soup for starters, Hotel, Agatha combines French, Italian and Turkish dinner, Big Chef has a great range of choices. The then choose from mains like filet mignon with chili flavours – all on the route of Orient Express – and rich menu, from burgers to healthy salads, filling T: 0212 275 8888. www.shangri-la.com and bitter chocolate, or lamb confite, and top it off presents them in a stylish atmosphere. wraps and fresh juices, is sure to have something to with the “death by chocolate” dessert. HHHH Daily Very good wine list. HHH Daily 6:30am-12pm appeal to everyone. HHH Daily B, L & D. L & D. www.360istanbul.com. İstiklal Cad. Mısır , Jumeirah, Meşrutiyet Cad. 52, www.bigchefs.com.tr. Meşrutiyet Cad. 96, Tünel, Apt. 163, K:8, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 251 1042. C5. Tepebaşı, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 377 4000. C4. Beyoğlu. T: 0212 251 7180. C5.

AKIN BALIK—Fish&Seafood. Located under a APERATİVO—International. With a warm, wood- BRASS—French & Asian. Combining two types of historic building in the Karaköy Fishermen’s Market, dominated decor and favourite songs from the 80s contrasting cuisine in luxurious simplicity, the this low-key spot with its relaxing garden serves and 90s, this spot’s speciality is its large and small menu at Brass offers such treats as bouillabaisse especially good mezes; the octopus salad and snack dishes. Happy hour parties on weekdays, and filet mignon with béarnaise sauce, miso TEPPANYAKİ ALATURKA black-eyed peas are especially good. HH Daily L&D. with cocktails like cucumber martinis and mojitos soup, tofu and tuna tataki salad, and a selection The traditional Japanese grilling technique, where food is cooked Fermaneciler Cad. Ali Yazıcı Sok. Gümrük Han 10, with mastic. HH Daily B, L, D & N. of Asian desserts. Guests can also enjoy live jazz on a super-hot flat grill, fuses with Turkish culinary tastes in the Karaköy. T: 0212 244 9776. C5. www.aperativo.net. Pera City Suites, Meşrutiyet performances (Fri&Sat). HHH Daily 11am-11pm. Cad. Orhan Adli Apaydın Sok. 17, Asmalımescit, www.martiistanbulhotel.com. Abdülhak Hamit warm, cosy environment at Teppanayaki Alaturka. The menu offers ALİ—Modern Ocakbaşı. With a view of the historic Anatolian dishes such as lamb şiş kebab plus typical Japanese peninsula, high ceilings and a modern design, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 293 5959. C4. Cad. 25/B, Taksim. T: 0212 987 4020. C5. dishes of noodles and sushi. Ali’s menu is devoted mainly to kebabs and meats. AUF—International. Located on the lower floor of the BRASSERIE, THE—International. The open buffet Specialities include their signature Ali Kebap and Nupera building, Auf creates its own style with its here has something to appeal to every taste, Nispetiye Cad. 107, Etiler. the traditional pumpkin dessert served with tahini rustic menu and natural foods. The entertainment inviting guests to a carnival of flavours in a modern, and ice cream. HHH Daily L & D. Arap Camii Mah. continues after dinner on weekends; special lunch sophisticated atmosphere. Also offering a wide à T: 0212 287 8228. www.teppanyakialaturka.com Tersane Cad. 45/ 4, Grifin Han, Karaköy. menus on weekdays. HHH Mon-Thu 6pm-1am, Fri la carte menu, this exclusive restaurant is a perfect T: 0212 293 1011. C5. & Sat 6pm-4am. www.auf.com.tr. Meşrutiyet Cad. spot for a drink from their extensive selection of 67, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 245 6070. C4. cocktails. HHHH Daily B, L & D. ANTIOCHIA— International. This restaurant is the ADVERTISEMENT only place in Beyoğlu where you can find a genuine

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a broad array of dishes including breakfast, LEB-İ DERYA RICHMOND— This is and a crispy fig dessert. HHH Daily L & D. Ceylan Intercontinental Istanbul, Asker Ocağı Cad. DİVAN LOKANTA—Turkish&Mediterranean. International. starters, sandwiches, salads, pastas, meat, an unexpected temple of delights with a menu www.capacapa.com. Kemankeş Cad. 4, Karaköy. 1, Taksim. T: 0212 368 4444. B6. Divan Lokanta creates an innovative menu by Guidelines combining the best of Turkish and Mediterranean fish-seafood, fresh bread, cakes, and exclusively including examples from world cuisines. Make it a T: 0212 292 3992. D5. BRASSERIE, THE— International and This directory, grouped by category, is a International. dining, plus Divan’s signature dishes. The produced house wines, olives and olive oils. point to try their mastic-infused pudding, and the local flavours meet at this chain with branches compendium of establishments recommended LOKANTA MAYA—Aegan & Mediterranean. copper-leaf bar and ceiling-hung glass sculptures HHH Daily B, L & D. www.kitchenette.com.tr. special Derya cocktail. Minimalist décor, attentive throughout İstanbul. The venue makes a point of by the editors of Where Magazine and includes A warm, simple restaurant with a menu focusing shimmering golden red set the tone in an inviting The Marmara Taksim, Gümüşsuyu Mah. service and a glorious panoramic view of the using fresh natural and organic ingredients. regular advertisers. on Aegean and Mediterranean specialities, Maya and elegant atmosphere, with countless vintage Takı Zafer Cad. 2, Taksim. T: 0212 292 6862. Bosphorus. HHH Daily L & D. uses only fresh seasonal ingredients. Some of the HHH Daily B, L & D. www.eliteworldhotel.com.tr. B6. wines in illuminated racks. HHH Daily L & D. MAP LOCATIONS www.lebiderya.com. İstiklal Cad. 227, Richmond favourites include chicken liver pate, marinated Şehit Muhtar Cad. 42, Elite World İstanbul Hotel, Note that the references at the end of each listing KOMODOR—Aegean. Resembling a modern www.divan.com.tr. Divan İstanbul, Asker Ocağı Hotel, Beyoğlu, Taksim. T: 0212 243 4376. C5. sea bass and fish croquettes. HHH Mon-Sat L & D. Taksim. T: 0212 313 8383. B5. (A1, B5 etc.) refer to pages 62-63. businessman’s restaurant, Komodor uses all Cad. 1, Taksim. T: 0212 315 5500. B6. www.lokantamaya.com. Kemankeş Cad. 35 A, organic and seasonal ingredients. Specialities LİMAN LOKANTASI— The view CACHİ— Turkish. On the terrace of Adahan Hotel’s Turkish (Traditional). Karaköy. T: 0212 252 6884. DİVAN PUB ELMADAĞ—The extensive and tempting GENERAL information D5. historic building, and taking in a panoramic view of include cheeses from the Aegean, specially raised stretching over Galata to the Prince’s Islands gives menu includes a range of local specialties, Reservations for most restaurants are strongly MAMA SHELTER— Designed by the city, Cachi’s menu features delicious selections meats and kosher sausages. Try the changing a true feeling of İstanbul dining. In addition to French&Turkish. including döner kebab. Daily B & L & D. advised. Check when booking that the restaurant Philippe Starck and offering delicious creations of Ottoman palace cuisine created by chef Patrizia will accept your credit card. Value Added Tax daily dessert and pizza specials. Tue-Sun L & D. traditional Turkish dishes, the menu offers specials www.divan.com.tr. Divan İstanbul, Asker Ocağı by French chef Jérôme Banctel, Mama Shelter’s Ünder. Try specialities including Cantonese-style (VAT) is automatically included in the bill, but tips Kılıç Ali Paşa Mescidi Sok. 11/A, Karaköy. such as chicken with oyster and mushroom sauce, Cad. 1, Taksim. T: 0212 315 5500. B6. wood ovens turn out a tempting array of pide lamb shanks with soy sauce, ekmek kadayıfı with are generally not added. A 10% cash gratuity is T: 0212 293 5300. D5. vegetable börek with milles feuilles pastry and pizzas. Other dishes include a variety of meat Morello cherries and the local champagne FACES—International. An intimate and warm common. dishes including beef tartare with sesame and soy Yaşasın. HHH Daily B, L & D. atmosphere matches the special flavours here, PLEASE NOTE: ALL RESTAURANTS & BARS ARE sauce. HHH Daily B & L & D. www.adahanistanbul.com. Meşrutiyet Cad. with a daily-changing surprise appetizer plate. NON-SMOKING. www.mamasehelter.com. Hüseyin Ağa Mah. Asmalı Mescit, General Yazgan Sok. 14, Beyoğlu. Specialties include zucchini carpaccio and steak 50-54, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 252 0100. D5. T: 0212 243 8581. C4. brown. Nostalgic music takes guests back to the index to abbreviations 1980s. HH Mon-Sat L & D. Asmalımescit Mah. B: Open for breakfast L & D: Open lunch & MA’NA—Turkish. A nostalgic venue with a CA’D’ORO— Designed as a glass cube International. Sofyalı Sok. 16, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 293 1388. dinner only. atmosphere, serving Turkish delicacies with by architect Han Tümertekin, Ca’ D’Oro offers C5. Turkish semi-classical music in the background. fine world cuisine from a menu composed with FERAH FEZA— With décor alluding Turkish (Modern). PRICES The impressive rakı menu offers 33 different the guidance of French chef Julien Maisonneuve. to the local artisan tradition, this new venue boasts Prices per person for three courses and coffee, varieties. As in any meyhane, the mezes reign Located in Salt Gallery, it features a café on the two breezy terraces overlooking Galata Tower and no alcohol. supreme; they also serve a very good kadayıf ground floor and a restaurant above. HHH the Historic Peninsula. Favourites on the menu H – TL 0-30 per person pastry for dessert. HHH Mon-Sat L&D. Kemankeş Café: Tue-Sun 11am-2am. Restaurant: Tue-Sun 10am- include salmon in vine leaves with tahini sauce, and HH – TL 30-60 per person HHH – TL 60-90 per person Mah. Fransız Geçidi 53/8, Karaköy. 1am. www.saltonline.org. SALT Galata, Bankalar bean casserole with grilled octopus. HHH Daily B, HHHH – over TL 90 per person T: 0212 293 0993. D5. Cad. 11, Karaköy. T: 0212 243 8292. D4. L, D & N. www.ferahfeza-ist.com. Kemankeş Cad. 31/5, Karaköy. T: 0212 243 5154-55. D5. MAROMİ—Japanese. The restaurant has been an CHAPELLE—Cafe, Restaurant & Bar. This stylish Istanbul hit since the day it opened, enhanced by FLAMİNGO— Mediterranean venue’s delicious charcuterie plate and rich choice Mediterranean. a mystical atmosphere with decor brought from cuisine with a focus on Italian takes centre stage HARDAL NİŞANTAŞI—International. A comfortable of wines are reminiscent of a Parisian brasserie. Japan. Stars on the menu include tofu salad and at this high-end restaurant, which converts into a and colourful venue designed around the concept Chapelle’s decor is a fascinating combination calamari crepes, and for dessert, green tea ice of mystic, modern and classic, with a spacious nightclub after dinner. Items include pizzas, pastas of “Eat, Play, Drink”, this funky eaterie is dominated by orange and yellow décor with graffiti on its cream. HHH Daily L & D. www.divan.com.tr. garden. HHH Daily L & D. Rixos Pera, Meşrutiyet and risottos, plus desserts including chocolate Divan İstanbul, Asker Ocağı Cad. 1, Taksim. Cad. 44, Tepebaşı, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 244 9830. mousse, chocolate tart and tiramisu. The Prosecco walls. Specialties include hot wings, steak fajitas, C4. T: 0212 315 5500. B6. cocktail comes highly recommended. HHHH and sirloin with café de Paris sauce. HH Daily B, L & CITY LIGHTS—International. Commanding a Mon-Sat L, D & N. www.flamingoist.com. D. www.hardal.com.tr. Teşvikiye Mah. Atiye Sok. 7, MAVRA—Café. One of the most populated cafes of breathtaking Bosphorus view from the roof of the Asker Ocağı Cad. 1, Taksim. T: 0212 232 6888. Nişantaşı. T: 0212 219 7323. A5. the neighbourhood frequented by photographers, Taksim Ceylan Intercontinental Hotel, City Lights B6. HARDAL TERAS— With a magnificent actors and designers. Mavra is a cozy little café adds live music, delicious food, fine wines and GALATA KIVA—International. This restaurant brings International. view of the Golden Horn, dining becomes a offering classic but very tasty café fare, including a a great selection of cocktails. If it’s an exclusive a notable products of the multicultural Ottoman variety of breakfast platters, sandwiches, indulge- evening you’re after, look no further. culture: cuisine. Kiva offers the perfect opportunity wonderful experience – stop by and sample fine HHH worthy appetizers, salads, pastas, and meat-heavy HHHH istanbul.intercontinental.com.tr. Ceylan to rediscover the secret flavours of Anatolia. Also international dishes from their menu. Daily B, L & D. 10am-2pm Minare Sok. 12 Asmalımescit, mains. Daily B & L & D & N. Daily 9:30am-2am. Intercontinental İstanbul, Asker Ocağı Cad. 1, with a branch on the Asian side. HHH Daily B, L & D. HH Serdar-ı Ekrem Sok. 31/A, Galata. Galata Tower Meydanı, Şahkulu, Şah Kapısı Sok. 4, Beyoğlu. T: 212 243 8360. C4. Taksim. T: 0212 368 4444. B6. T: 0212 252 7488. D5. Beyoğlu. T: 0212 292 98 98. C5. JACK RUSSELL—Restaurant & Bar. Dine on crispy ÇOKÇOK THAI RESTAURANT & BAR—Thai. Rich MIKLA— Mikla opened in October shrimp with kadayıf pastry, beef neck with New Anatolian. authentic Thai menu in a sophisticated setting. GOZO—Mediterranean. As one might expect, Gozo 2005. The initial idea was to create a refined but cinnamon, and ribs, accompanied by one of Created by an award-winning female Thai chef, Tapas Restaurant & Bar’s expertise is in tapas, but contemporary “İstanbullu” Restaurant. Both Jack Russell’s excellent cocktails. Its lively decor designed by renowned Singaporean architect it goes beyond Spanish tradition to offer similar the menu and the general feel of the Restaurant features pine shelves showcasing comic book Kay Ngee Tan, and managed by a London-trained dishes – mezes – from Turkey for a blend they call reflect the Turkish-Scandinavian background of and superhero toys. HHH Daily L & D. Rixos Pera, management team. HHH Daily L & D. contemporary tapas. Green lentil filled pastries, Mehmet Gürs. HHHH Mon-Sat D. Meşrutiyet Cad. 44, Tepebaşı. T: 0212 244 9830. C4. www.cokcok.com.tr. Meşrutiyet Cad. 51, Tepebaşı. chicken in madras sauce, mussels in spicy sauce www.istanbulyi.com. The Marmara Pera, HH T: 0212 292 6496. C4. are must-tries. Mon-Sat L & D. www.gozo.com.tr. KARABATAK—Café. The retro decor in this 100-year- Meşrutiyet Cad. 15, Taksim. T: 0212 293 5656. C4. Meşrutiyet Cad. 94/A, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 251 5314. C4. old lathe workshop turned modern restaurant is DAİ PERA—Turkish (Modern). Blending İstanbul’s MÜNFERİT— This chic, modern outstanding, with its next best feature is the large Turkish (Modern). vast history of Balkan, Rumelian, Albanian, Jewish HACI ABDULLAH LOKANTASI—Turkish (Traditional). tavern-style restaurant is right at the entrance selection of coffees from Austria’s Julius Meinl. and Armenian elements with a modern vision, the A long-established restaurant with a 121-year of the Galata Residence. The menu offers a The menu offers a host of light but satisfying snack venue offers traditional İstanbul flavours including history, ensuring continuity of Ottoman culinary combination of traditional and modern flavours, dishes. Daily 8.30am-8.30pm. Kemankeş Mah. white bean stew with meat, Albanian-style liver, tradition, serves specialities including lamb-based including marinated sea bass, hot grilled shrimp Kara Ali Kaptan Sok. Karaköy. T: 0212 243 6993. baked mantı and quince dessert. HH Mon-Thu meat dishes as well as soups and pilafs. D5. on humus, black couscous with mussels, poached 9am-2am. Fri&Sat 9am-4am. Sun 10am-2am. HH Daily L & D. www.haciabdullah.com.tr. KARAKÖY LOKANTASI—Turkish. Located across sea bass with clams, and shredded cheek of beef Yeni Çarşı Cad. 54, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 252 8099. C5. Atıf Yılmaz Cad. 9, Taksim. T: 0212 293 8561. C5. from the customs house, this restaurant looks like with orzo. HHH Mon-Sat D. Yeni Çarşı Cad. 19, a French bistro from the outside, but the Ottoman Taksim. T: 0212 252 5067. C5. DA VITTORIO—Italian. Located in a boutique hotel, HALAT RESTAURANT—Mediterranean. Located style interior with its turquoise tiles and wrought Da Vittorio’s mostly southern Italian menu features inside the Rahmi M. Koç Museum, this restaurant NICOLE— Nicole iron railings gives the feel of a warm, welcoming Contemporary Mediterranean. plenty of vegetable dishes, with cheeses and pasta boasts an eye-catching interior where sailboats occupies an elegant terrace with a view of the tavern. Specialities include mezes like mashed imported from Sicily. In addition to dishes like osso are used for décor. The menu is based on Historic Peninsula, the Prince’s Islands and broad beans and smoked octopus, plus skewered bucco, there is also a selection of grilled meats and Mediterranean cuisine with an extensive local and beyond. The chefs create new interpretations lamb and fish pastrami.HHH Daily L & D. Kemankeş seafood. HHH Daily L & D. foreign wine list. HHH Daily L & D. of classic flavours, with fresh vegetables from Cad. 37/A, Karaköy. T: 0212 292 4455. www.davittorioistanbul.com. Ansen Suites, www.halatrestaurant.com. Rahmi Koç Museum, D5. Feriköy’s organic market, focusing on freshly- Meşrutiyet Cad. Ansen, 130, Şişhane. Kumbarhane Cad. 2, Hasköy, Sütlüce. KITCHENETTE—International. A quality chain with caught local seafood and native Kıvırcık lamb. T: 0212 245 8817. C4. T: 0212 369 6616. B2. locations throughout İstanbul, Kitchenette boasts HHHH Daily D. Tomtom Suites, Boğazkesen Cad.

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Tomtom Kaptan Sok.18, Beyoğlu. REFİK RESTAURANT—Turkish. One of the best www.topazistanbul.com. İnönü Cad. Devres Han T: 0212 292 4467. C5. taverns in town for 65 years, this spot is an 50, Gümüşsuyu. T: 0212 249 1001. B6. İstanbul classic with its congenial atmosphere. WHERE TO NİKOL—This concept shop and kitchen turns out TUTI— In the middle of the city, this Pastırma in paper, Albanian style fried diced liver, International. chocolates, pastries, organic cookies, snacks, restaurant with its stylish decor boasts a menu and lamb roulade are just a few of its delightful salads and more. Take a close look at the décor; with world flavours, plus a fine wine cellar with specialities. HHH Mon-Sat D. everything in this modern vintage venue is for over 200 selections. HHH Daily B, L & D. www.refikrestaurant.com. Asmalımescit Cad. sale! HHH Daily B, L & D. www.nikolgalata.com. www.themarmarahotels.com. The Marmara TASTE THE BEST Sofyalı Sok. 6, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 243 2834. C4. Serdar-ı Ekrem Sok. 9, Galata. T: 0212 251 5158. D5. Taksim, Taksim Meydanı. T: 0212 334 8300. B6. SAFRAN—Turkish (Traditional). Multi-award OTTO— Highly popular chain X RESTAURANT— New venue International. winning venue with a magnificent Bosphorus view Mediterranean. combining a restaurant, café and bar. Menu located on the 6th floor of the İstanbul matched by a Turkish and Ottoman-themed menu includes soups, homemade pasta, and its very Foundation for Culture and Arts. Mainly OF ANATOLIAN and interior. Live classical Turkish music every popular pizzas baked in a wood oven. Mediterranean menu offers risottos, pastas, Wed and Fri. HHH Daily D. Küçük Otto, Frequented particularly by art and pizzas and desserts plus Turkish dishes. istanbul.intercontinental.com.tr. Ceylan advertising circles. HH Mon-Sat L & D. HHH Daily L & D. www.xrestaurantbar.com. Intercontinental İstanbul, Asker Ocağı Cad. 1, Asmalımescit Mah. Şehbender Sok. 5/1, Tünel, Sadi Konuralp Cad. 5, Şişhane. Taksim. T: 0212 368 4444. B6. TERROIR Beyoğlu. T: 0212 292 7015. C4. Otto Sofyalı, Good T: 0212 244 7101. C5. food, good music is its motto. HH Mon-Sat L&D. SEKİZİSTANBUL— Turkish & International. YENİ LOKANTA—Turkish. Rustical, and decorated www.ottoistanbul.com. Asmalımescit Mah. A popular spot with simple white décor, regulars simply with tiles, trees and flowers, Yeni Lokanta Sofyalı Sok. 22/A, Tünel. T: 0212 252 6588. love the delicious treats from its pizza oven, snack C5. serves traditional dishes made with ingredients selections and 37 tempting dishes, both Turkish PARK ŞAMDAN PERA— With its from Anatolia. The bulgur salad with sour International. and international. HHH Daily L & D. Wed-Sat L, new location in the Rixos Pera Hotel, Park cherries, mantı filled with dried eggplant and rice D&N. www.sekizistanbul.com. Kuloğlu Mah. Şamdan offers fine dining featuring Turkish and pudding with hazelnuts are some of the must-try Gazeteci Erol Dernek Sok. 1, Beyoğlu. international specialities, plus exciting nightlife offerings. HH Mon-Sat L & D. T: 0212 249 8924. spiced up by Turkish music. HHH Mon-Fri L, D & N. C5. www.lokantayeni.com. Kumbaracı Yokuşu 66, www.parksamdan.com. Tamer Hatun, Meşrutiyet SİM-PERA—This spot serving European cuisine from Beyoğlu. T: 0212 292 2550. C5. Cad. 44, Tepebaşı. T: 0212 377 7000. C4. organic ingredients is transformed by colour ink drawings and prints by Nathalie du Pasquier, plus BEBEK, ARNAVUTKÖY & PERA THAI— Outstanding presentation of Thai. lighting by Serge Mouille. HH www.sim-pera.com. Thai cuisine, which has risen to prominence in KURUÇEŞME Meşrutiyet Cad. Şimal Sok. Apartman Belkıs, 3A, recent years. Jazz and ethnic music tunes provide Tepebaşı, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 243 8388. C4. AKINTIBURNU—Fish and Seafood. This lovely a smooth ambiance for dinners. Original flavours restaurant in Arnavutköy offers a glorious SOFYALI 9— Decorated with tilework and exotic atmosphere from Thailand brought Turkish. Bosphorus view, freshly-caught fish and seafood, and old photographs, Sofyalı9 serves both as a to guests in a simple interior decorated with and mezes prepared daily. The mackerel with soy HHH restaurant and meyhane at night with its home- authentic objects. Mon-Sat L & D. sauce, baked shellfish and quince dessert are style dishes and mezes. Dine on specialities inc www.perathai.com. Meşrutiyet Cad. 74/A,Beyoğlu. some of the favourites. HHH Daily L & D. octopus salad, stuffed chard and çoban kavurma, T: 0212 245 5726. C4. 1. Bebek Cad. 115, Akıntıburnu, Arnavutköy. a tasty sauté of lamb, tomatoes and peppers. PEYMANE— Located in a five-storey T: 0212 263 4829. Off map. Turkish. Daily L, D&N. www.sofyali.com.tr. Asmalımescit registered historical building, the restaurant also Cad. Sofyalı Sok. 9, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 245 0362. C4. AL CATRA—Brazilian & Steakhouse. Located in contains a charcuterie with fine cheeses and cold Sortie, Al Catra offers a churrascaria style menu SPOIL— Boasting an impressive meats. Above the entrance is a VIP salon, with an Mediterranean. of dry-aged meats, created by Brazilian chef Darci Mediterranean menu, style is also paramount with indoor dining room on the top floor. The kebab Vargas, along with one of the finest Bosphorus HHH a minimalist interior, striking marble tables and a grill lends an elegant decorative touch. views anywhere. The fixed menu includes all-you- long bar. Menu highlights include cannelloni with Daily L & D. www.peymane-lacucina.com. can-eat meat service. HHH Daily D. charcoal-roasted aubergine, couscous salad with Tomtom, Boğazkesen Cad. 65/1, . www.alcatra.com.tr. Sortie, Muallim Naci Cad. 54, T: 0212 244 0955. walnuts and pomegranate sauce. HH Mon-Sat C5. Kuruçeşme. T: 0212 327 8585. A9. L & D. www.spoil.com.tr. Meşrutiyet Cad. 84, PİNA—International. This pastel-hued restaurant Şişhane. T: 0212 251 2696. C4. ANTICA LOCANDA—Italian. The former bakery features temptations such as grilled octopus, of the Taxiarchis Greek Orthodox Church – stuffed lamb and a wide variety of breads, as well TARİHİ KARAKÖY BALIKÇISI—Fish and Seafood. İstanbul’s largest Ottoman-era Greek church – is This historical fish restaurant offers fresh fish as their own unique take on familiar cocktails. now a restaurant serving traditional Italian food. every weekday between 12pm and 4pm. Fish is DJs play electronic and house music at weekends. Favourite menu items include the Sardinian- HHH displayed at the entrance; select your fish and wait Daily L, D & N. Meşrutiyet Cad. 102, Şişhane. style potatoes with mint and stuffed homemade for it to be prepared by expert chefs. T: 0212 252 0019. C4. fagottini. HHH Wed-Sat L & D; Tue-Sat D; Sun HHH Daily L & D. www.tarihikarakoybalikcisi.com. PROPAGANDA— One of the most L. www.anticalocanda.com.tr. Satış Meydanı 12, International. Tersane Cad. Kardeşim Sok. 45, Karaköy. colourful and unusual new Istanbul nightspots, Arnavutköy. T: 0212 287 9745. Off map. T: 0212 251 1371. delivers with DJ performances and delicious D4. ARNAVUTKÖY BALIKÇISI—Fish and Seafood. TXM PEOPLE— Txm People’s serves food. Propaganda’s stylish design is part of its International. A cozy restaurant with simple, unpretentious delicious Turkish and international dishes and trademark, as is the delicious selection of world decor complemented by nostalgic photos of the Nicole Restaurant welcomes the new year with its new menu, highligting the lush offers 64 different wines. The cocktail list is cuisine, of which beetroot risotto and lamb shank Arnavutköy waterfront. The menu includes cold and plentiful produce the fertile Anatolian land offers; salted goose from Caucasia, impressive, and with music covering tracks from confit with orange count among the favourites. mezes like mackerel with soy sauce, salt-cured citrus fruits from Çavdır, locally sourced fresh fish from Aegean coast... HHH the 70s onwards, offers something for locals and Mon-Sat L & D & N. Asmalimescit Mah. tuna and sea bass salad, and hot appetizers visitors alike. HH Daily B & L & D & N. Come and indulge yourself in the gastronomic journey paired with chateau-style İstiklal Cad. Suriye Pasaji, 166-10, Beyoğlu. like sauteed monkfish, fried calamari and fish www.cvkhotels.com. CVK Hotels Taksim, Turkish wines at our magnificent terrace overlooking Topkapı Palace, Prince Islands T: 0212 252 7181. C5. croquettes. HHHH Daily L & D. Sıraselviler Cad. 11, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 245 8383. C5. and beyond. RAİKA—Turkish. The immensely varied cuisine of www.arnavutkoybalikcisi.com. 1. Cadde 4, Anatolia is served in an innovative presentation, TOPAZ—Mediterranean. Chic restaurant offering Arnavutköy. T: 0212 257 0525. Off map. For further information please visit www.nicole.com.tr with strong emphasis of seasonal ingredients. traditional and modern Turkish/Mediterranean BEBEK BALIKÇI—Fish and Seafood. This restaurant cuisine. The traditional Turkish menu includes Located on the terrace floor of The Marmara located in the upmarket neighbourhood of Bebek Tomtom Suites, Boğazkesen Cad. Tomtom Kaptan Sok. 18, Beyoğlu. Tel: 0212 292 44 67 yuvarlama soup and chard stuffed with meat and Taksim, and boasting a panoramic view of the on the Bosphorus serves a full array of seafood, bulgur; the modern menu features roasted cheek city, the bar with its magnificent view is the with specialities including grilled and pan-fried of beef, celeriac puree, crème brulée with foie perfect spot for early evening get-togethers. fish, and fish cooked in paper.HHHH Daily L & D. HHHH gras and sweet marsala sauce. HHH Daily L & D. Daily L, D & N. The Marmara Taksim Hotel, www.bebekbalikci.net. Cevdet Paşa Cad. 26/A, 20/F, Taksim. T: 0212 2433773. C5. Bebek. T: 0212 263 3447. Off map. Member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World

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Aegean herbs of Aegean cuisine skillfully EMİNÖNÜ, SULTANAHMET, Turkish dishes along with delicious sherbets and matched with Armenian, Greek and Circassian desserts. HH Daily L & D. www.daruzziyafe.com.tr. SİRKECİ & FATİH mezes. Octopus salad, marinated seabass, the Şifahane Cad. 4, Süleymaniye. T: 0212 511 8414. E3. Armenian specially topik, octopus and calamari, A LA CARTE RESTAURANT—Café & Bar. Meals FES CAFE—Café. Nestled in the Grand Bazaar, Fes over-baked cuttlefish. Daily B & L & D. surrounded by magnificent Bosphorus scenery Café with its Ottoman -and- contemporary style www.mirarestaurant.com.tr. Arnavutköy Cad. and splendid historical buildings. HHHH Daily B, interior, is an ideal spot for a coffee break without 70/1, Arnavutköy, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 2653131. L & D. www.legacyottomanhotel.com. Legacy having to leave the authentic atmosphere of the Off map. Ottoman Hotel, Hobyar Mah. Hamidiye Cad. 16, bazaar. HH Mon-Sat 9am-7pm. www.fescafe.com. Eminönü. T: 0212 527 6767. E4. POSEIDON—Fish and Seafood. Seafood at its best Halıcılar Cad. 62, Kapalıçarşı. T: 0212 528 1613. E4. against a magnificent view of İstanbul. Specialties ASİTANE RESTAURANT— Specializing in Ottoman. GİLE RESTAURANT—Avantgarde Turkish. Tasting include stuffed calamari, baked as well as Ottoman Court cuisine, this is an exciting venue menus, a well-stocked wine cellar, and fine dining Greek-style grilled octopus, cold meats, a variety with a menu based on the 1539 ‘Book of Feasts’. cuisine by chefs Üryan Doğmuş and Cihan Kıpçak of Turkish and foreign wines and a special şöbiyet The menu offers specialties like chestnut soup, at this elegant Beşiktaş restaurant. The walls by (cream-filled baklava) from Gaziantep. HHHH shrimp-stuffed calamari, hassa börek, kırma Arkın Allen and special plates by ceramic artist Daily L & D. www.poseidonbebek.com. chicken kebab, sea bass biryan and saffron- Mehmet Kutlu lend an artistic flair. Küçük Bebek, Cevdet Paşa Cad. 58/1, Bebek. scented zerde for dessert. HHH Daily L & D. www.gilerestaurant.com. Şair Nedim Cad. T: 0212 287 9531. Off map. www.asitanerestaurant.com. Kariye Camii Sok. 6, Akaretler Sıra Evler- E Blok, 14, Akaretler, Beşiktaş. Edirnekapı. T: 0212 635 7997. C2. SUR BALIK ARNAVUTKÖY—Fish and Seafood. T: 0212 327 1166. A7/B7. Sur Balık is located in a simple 150-year-old BALIKÇI SABAHATTİN—Fish and Seafood. HAMDİ ET LOKANTASI—Turkish (Traditional). seaside mansion, with walls sporting old İstanbul Extensive fish menu and excellent service, A classic İstanbul dining experience, this photographs. Sea bass marinated with basil, located in the historical area of Cankurtaran, restaurant’s glass-covered terrace offers a anglerfish ricado and profiteroles with tahini are near Sultanahmet. The skillfully prepared fish panoramic view of the city. With more than 40 just a few of the highly-recommended treats. is especially good with rakı, and the mussel kebabs on the menu; plum kebab and poppy seed HHH Daily L & D. www.surbalikarnavutkoy.com. pilaf and courgette with yoghurt come highly kebab are highly recommended. HHH Daily L&D. Bebek Arnavutköy Cad. 52, Arnavutköy. recommended. HHH Daily L & D. www.hamdirestorant.com.tr. Tahmis Cad. T: 0212 257 2743-44. Off map. www.balikcisabahattin.com. Seyit Hasan Kuyu Sok. Kalçın Sok. 11, Eminönü. T: 0212 512 5424. D4. 1, Cankurtaran, Fatih. T: 0212 458 1824. F5. THE MARKET BOSPHORUS—Steakhouse. Minimalist HAVUZLU LOKANTA—Turkish (Traditional). design meets classic Turkish and world cuisine, DARÜZZİYAFE—Turkish (Traditional). Superb Experience five centuries of history in this with classic meats, steaks and burgers, plus foie Turkish cuisine, with a lengthy menu reflecting restaurant nestled in the Grand Bazaar, featuring gras and a selection of seafood. Daily B, L & D. centuries of Turkish dining traditions. Located in exquisite Ottoman architecture. Specialties among HHH Kuruçeşme Mah. Muallim Naci Cad. 56, the Süleymaniye complex and seating over 1000, its home-style dishes include mashed eggplant, Kuruçeşme. T: 0212 257 4111. A9. Darüzziyafe is an ideal place to experience select roasted lamb and Abant-style kebab. HH Mon-Sat L.

BİBER BAR—International. Homely atmosphere www.gbalik.com. Muallim Naci Cad. Neapolitan and Sicilian specialities, with Italian suitable for dinner and drinks with jazz or lounge SuAda Club/Galatasaray Adası, Kuruçeşme. wines and sauces, spices and cheeses imported music in the background. The menu of mainly T: 0212 263 6556. Off map. straight from Sicily. HHH Daily D. İstanbul and Southern American cuisines includes www.reina.com.tr. Reina, Muallim Naci Cad. 44, HUQQA—International. This world cuisine restaurant steaks to burgers, salads, tapas, filet mignon and overlooking the Bosphorus is dominated by lively Kuruçeşme. T: 0212 259 5919. A9. chicken shish kebab. HHH Daily L & D & N. décor featuring pastels and geometric designs. MANGERIE—Bistro & Café. Mangerie has been a www.biberbar.com.Cevdet Paşa Cad. 26/A, The menu includes both regional Turkish and top eating spot for Istanbul and Bebek socialites. Bebek. Off map. Italian dishes; the Pizza Funghi Carnaval and Oreo With its extensive menu and wine list to match, DİVAN BRASSERIE BEBEK— International. The Dream Cheesecake are well worth a try. plus a commanding view of Bebek Bay, it’s brasserie offers breathtaking views and a No alcohol. HHH www.huqqa.com. Muallim Naci become an Istanbul classic. Try the lamb and menu that combines the best of Turkish and Cad. 56, Kuruçeşme. T: 0212 265 0666. Off map. hand-cut noodle salad, the skewered shrimp and international cuisine, including classic and Mangerie burger. HH Daily B, L & D. KYDONIA—Agean. Blending a Bosphorus view with www.mangeriebebek.com. Cevdet Paşa Cad. modern flavours, complemented by an extensive the atmosphere of Crete, Kydonia serves dishes 69/3, Küçükbebek. T: 0212 263 5199. wine cellar. HHH Daily B & L & D. faithful to old family recipes of Turks who migrated Off map. www.divan.com.tr. Cevdet Paşa Cad. 28/A, from Crete and other Aegean islands and settled MAVİ BALIK—Fish and Seafood. The fish and Bebek. T: 0212 263 2973. Off map. in the coastal towns Ayvalık and Alaçatı. There’s an rakı tradition is as delightful as it gets here in this EFTALYA—Fish and Seafood. With a maritime- impressive selection of 70 different types of mezes. spacious, comfortable dining room. Make a point themed interior complete with mermaid reliefs, Daily L & D. www.kydonia.com.tr. of trying the salt-cured fish and grilled calamari. choose your fish and enjoy appetizers with Muallim Naci Cad. 107, Kuruçeşme. HHHH Daily L & D. www.mavibalik.com. Muallim Naci marvellous Bosphorus views. Be sure to try T: 0212 257 1131. Off map. Cad. 64/2, Kuruçeşme. T: 0212 265 5480. A9. the tomato and onion salad, fried calamari LA MANCHA—Mediterrenean. Serving a mix MİA MENSA—Mediterrenean. This restaurant, and seasonal fish varieties. HHH Daily L & D. of Italian, Moroccan and Spanish cuisine, La serving Mediterranean and Italian cuisine www.eftalya.net. Arnavutköy Mah. 1. Cad. 32, Mancha offers a delicious variety of hot and cold plus international dishes, is enhanced by its Arnavutköy. T: 0212 287 2520. Off map. tapas dishes, fresh seafood and Moroccan-style enchanting Bosphorus view. Try the flounder Suadiye Kazım Özalp Sok. 60, Suadiye. lamb tagine, along with 150 wine selections and with lemon sauce, the four-cheese pizza and the T: 0216 350 0152. Off map. cocktails. Daily L & D. www.lamancha.com.tr. tiramisu. HHH www.miamensa.com. Muallim Naci Cad. 107, Kuruçeşme. Muallim Naci Cad. 64/C, Kuruçeşme. G-BALIK SUADA—International. A real treat for fish and seafood lovers the restaurant has an aquarium T: 0212 257 1144. Off map. T: 0212 263 4214. Off map. where customers can select the fish or lobster LA TERAZZA—South Italian. As the name implies, MİRA—Aegean Cuisine & Traditional Mezes. In of their choice. Simply and expertly prepared La Terazza’s main attraction (after its food) is its historical Arnavutköy, on the coastline of the fish dishes maintain their natural flavour, mezes wide terrace for al fresco dining, right on the shore Bosphorus, with its garden overlooking the sea meticulously done. HHHH Daily L & D. of the Bosphorus. The kitchen turns out delicious and warm atmosphere, Mira offers the healthful

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www.havuzlurestaurant.com. Gani Çelebi Sok. 3, Karsky Oriental, and desserts like fried banana İstinyePark Shopping Centre, Sarıyer. plus original Mediterranean flavours including Kapalıçarşı, Eminönü. T: 0212 527 3346. E4. and pineapple with ice cream. Daily D. T: 0212 345 5888. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). moules marineieres, surf and turf, seafood linguini www.sarnicrestaurant.com. Soğukçeşme Sok. 26, and paella. HHH Daily L & D. İMBAT RESTURANT—Aegean & Mediterranean. MASA—International. Dishes include salmon sashimi, Sultanahmet. T: 0212 512 4291- 0212 513 3660. This restaurant on the terrace of a hotel that fits F4. bresaola followed by grilled meat, poultry and fish SPOTLIGHT www.yelkenrestaurant.com. Köybaşı Cad. 58, Yeniköy. T: 0212 262 9490. right into the city’s historic fabric, also boasts SEASONS—Turkish. Spacious antique-themed courses, as well as pizza and pide from a wood Off map. panoramic views. The menu focuses mainly interior surrounded by glass. Seasons Restaurant oven. The chocolate souffle is well worth the YENİKÖY İSKELE RESTAURANT—Fish and Seafood. on Mediterranean and Aegean dishes, with a serves Turkish specialities featuring local products calories. Frequented by celebrities. HHH Daily Located by the Yeniköy pier under a centuries-old traditional Turkish meze plate with excellent Braised Artichoke, Hengel Ravioli, cold cress- L & D. www.masainternational.com. İstinye Bayırı plane trees, this restaurant is well known for its dishes such as chard stuffed with green wheat and nettle soup and puff pastry with lamb ragout. Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre 486, Sarıyer. fresh seasonal fish simply cooked, its own original şekerpare with sesame and poppy. HHH Daily HHHH Daily B, L & D, Sunday brunch. T: 0212 345 5323. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). mezes, salads, sliced liver and fish kavurma. L & D. www.imbatrestaurant.com. Hüdavendigar www.fourseasons.com. Tevfikhane Sok. 1, HHH Daily L & D. www.yenikoyiskele.com. MEZZALUNA—Italian. This high-quality chain offers Cad. 34, Sirkeci. T: 0212 520 7191. Four Seasons Sultanahmet Hotel, Sultanahmet. D5. the best of Italian cuisine, serving carpaccio, Köybaşı Cad. İskele Sok. 7/A, Yeniköy. T: 0212 402 3000. E5. T: 0212 262 3549. Off map. KARAKOL RESTAURANT—Turkish (Traditional). calamari and shrimp linguini, thin-crust Italian Located in the courtyard of Topkapı Palace, ZEYREKHANE—Turkish. Near the Zeyrek mosque, pizzas from a wood oven and desserts. HHH Daily Karakol serves Turkish delicacies. Specialties originally part of a monastary, and entered L & D. www.mezzaluna.com.tr. İstinye Bayırı Cad. LEVENT, ETİLER & ULUS include main courses like lamb cutlets with vine through old wooden houses, this restaurant offers İstinyePark Shopping Centre, Sarıyer. ACE RESTAURANT & LOUNGE—International. This leaves and steamed sea bass with mastic. Top off a breathtaking view of Süleymaniye Mosque, the T: 0212 345 5500. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). elegant restaurant located in the Avantgarde your meal with the heavenly mixed Ottoman and Blue Mosque and other historic landmarks from Hotel offers a broad choice of international SHAKE SHACK—This funky New York-style fast food Turkish dessert plate. HHH Daily L & D. its terrace. The Turkish cuisine is complemented restaurant appeals to burger lovers with wooden flavours, from wild mushroom soup, salmon roll, Topkapı Sarayı. www.karakolrestaurant.com. by a warm and nostalgic interior filled with original seating and high-volume music. The ShockBurger, asparagus risotto and pizzas, to its pumpkin T: 0212 514 9494. HHH E5. paintings, imperial edicts, quilted turbans, Shak Stack and cheeseburgers are joined by a crème brulée and white chocolate soufflé. calligraphy and ornate tiles, all originals. www.avantgardehotel.com. Büyükdere Cad. 161, KONYALI TOPKAPI SARAYI LOKANTASI—Turkish good selection of hot dogs. HH Daily 11am-10pm. www.zeyrekhane.com. HHH Tue-Sun B, L & D. Zincirlikuyu, Levent. T: 0212 3370444. Off map. (Traditional). Once home to the Ottoman Sultans, www.shakeshack.com. İstinye Park Shopping Zeyrek Mah. İbadethane Arkası Sok. 10, Zeyrek, Topkapı Palace now offers its unparalleled Centre, R:202, 203 İstinye Bayırı Cad. Sarıyer. CIPRIANI—International. This international Fatih. T: 0212 532 2778. D3. Bosphorus view to diners. Enjoy the views and T: 0212 345 5184. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). restaurant chain, famous for its unique approach historical ambiance while savouring fine Turkish to world dining. The interior is striking with its cuisine. Specialties include stuffed lamb, İSTİNYE PARK İSTİNYE, YENİKÖY & TARABYA walnut and earth-toned interior and low tables, hünkar beğendi, islim kebabı and a rich selection BIG PLATE— This artsy restaurant and the menu offers all the classic flavours of International. KIYI—Fish and Seafood. A unique fish restaurant of desserts. HHH Wed-Mon L & D. Harry’s Bar in Venice. HHH Daily L & D. starts the day with breakfast accompained by the on the Bosphorus with wood-paneled décor and www.konyalilokantasi.com. Topkapı Palace. www.cipriani.com. Levent Mah. Büyükdere Cad. smell of freshly baked bread and pastries. Menu photographs and paintings by Turkish artists T: 0212 513 9696. 2/1, Levent. T: 0212 317 7787. E5. includes pizza, salad and pastas as well as a kids’ that give an intimate club feel. Try the delicious Off map. menu and many international specialities; be sure MATBAH—Ottoman. Offering authentic specialities seafood and liver dishes. HHH Daily L & D. DA MARIO—Italian. With a typical southern Italian from Ottoman Palace cuisine in an historical to try their homemade carpaccio, big plate tapas www.kiyi.com.tr. Haydar Aliyev Cad. 186, Tarabya. atmosphere and delicious Mediterranean dishes and Chocolate Dream. Latin music every Friday. setting, Matbah in the Historical Peninsula is T: 0212 262 0002. Off map. including homemade fresh pastas and pizzas from HH surrounded by iconic buildings like Topkapı Daily B, L&D. İstinye Bayırı Cad. the wood oven. Extensive wine list. HHHH Daily L LA BOOM—International. New York cıty’s Palace and Hagia Sophia. HHH Daily B, L&D. İstinyePark Shopping Centre, Hillside, Sarıyer. & D. www.istanbuldoors.com.tr. Nispetiye Cad. neighborhood styled bistro, restaurant, and www.matbahrestaurant.com. Caferiye Sok. 6/1, T: 0212 345 6288. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). Dilhayat Sok. 7, Etiler. T: 0212 265 5186. cafe, La Boom offers international tastes like crab Off map. Sultanahmet. T: 0212 514 6151. F4. BORSA—Turkish (Modern). A classic in İstanbul served on oyster shells, Rigatoni Pitti or Praline CARLUCCIO’S—Italian. The İstanbul branch of this NAR LOKANTA—Turkish (Traditional). With its menu dining, this restaurant’s updated menus capture fete. HHH Daily B & L & D & N. Sakıp Sabancı Cad. restaurant, named after famous chef Antonio of traditional Turkish and Ottoman specialities, the flavours of Turkish cuisine with a Western twist. 14, . T: 0212 277 8807. Off map. Carluccio himself, serves authentic Italian flavours Nar Lokanta celebrates the Ottoman culinary The result is stunning. Paintings by famous artists in a relaxed, authentic atmosphere. Check out LİMANİ-Fish and Seafood. The restaurant is a tradition. Outstanding dishes include stuffed exhibited in the entrance welcome guests into this their gourmet market. HHH Daily B, L & D. Kanyon simple, comfortable restaurant right on the shores köfte, palace-style mantı, and şekerpare with figs elegant venue. HHH Daily L&D. www.borsa.com. Shopping Centre, Büyükdere Cad. 165, Levent. of the Bosphorus. It specialises in fresh seasonal and poppyseeds. HHH Mon-Sat L & D. İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre, T: 0212 353 0545. fish with traditional sauces, plus favourite items Shopping Centre Map (p.16). www.narlokantasi.com. Armaggan, Nuruosmaniye Sarıyer. T: 0212 345 5333. such as calamari yahni: oven-baked octopus with FRATELLI LA BUFALA—Italian. Known for its buffalo Cad. 65, K:5, Beyazıt. T: 0212 522 2800. E4. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). new potatoes, tender spinach and asparagus. mozzarella, this restaurant is also famed for its OLIVE RESTAURANT—Turkish (Traditional). Olive HHH The Grand Tarabya, Haydar Aliyev Cad. 154, Neapolitan-style pizzas. Taste the superb cheese EMPORIO ARMANI RISTORANTE—Italian. This Restaurant greets Hagia Sophia and Topkapı casual dining spot features a cafe and bar on its Tarabya, Sarıyer. www.thegrandtarabya.com. on the pizzas themselves, and you can even order Palace in its unparalleled Sultanahmet view along lower floor. The furniture, dominated by ivory and T: 0212 363 3300. Off map. it in single 125- or 500-gram portions. Delicious! with an exciting menu including paper-baked sea HHH Daily L & D. www.fratellilabufalaistanbul.com. black, are accompanied by Armani sparkle on the MÜZEDECHANGA—Mediterranean. The restaurant bass and Sultan kebab. HHH Daily B, L & D. Loft Binası, Büyükdere Cad. 201, Levent. wall. The menu features outstanding traditional takes in breathtaking Bosphorus views and www.oliverestaurant.net. Ebusuud Cad. 18, T: 0212 325 5411. Italian and Mediterranian flavours including centuries-old pine trees, with an excellent menu to Off map. Sirkeci, Emiönü. T: 0212 528 1347. E5. scallops with cream sauce, capesante and classic match. Be sure to try the fresh blackeyed peas with GQ BAR—This fine-dining concept venue has three PANDELİ—Turkish (Traditional). An İstanbul classic Italian panna cotta. HHH Daily L & D. İstinye Park hazelnut tarator, filet mignon with green bulgur different bars on two floors. The enormous crystal located in the Egyptian Market, its walls are 519, İstinye, Sarıyer. T: 0212 345 6140. pilaf, tortellini with spinach and lor cheese, mosaic chandelier, delicious dishes by Prince Charles’ covered with glamorous İznik tiles. With its Turkish Shopping Centre Map (p.16). pastry and chestnut tiramisu. HHH Tue-Sat L & D, former chef Gary Robinson, and performances delicacies, Pandeli is an ideal stop during a visit to Sat-Sun B. www.-istanbul.com. by top DJs all add up to the finest dining and GİGİ—International. Gigi’s feels just like a French bar- the old city and the markets. HH Daily L. Sakıp Sabancı Cad. 42, Atlıköşk, Emirgan. entertainment. Mon-Wed & Sun 12pm-12am; brasserie, but with an original touch of İstanbul www.pandeli.com.tr. Mısır Çarşısı 1, Eminönü. T: 0212 323 0901. Thu-Sat 12pm-4am. Nispetiye Cad. 79, Etiler. as well. The Mediterranean dishes plus sushi Off map. T: 0212 527 3909. E5. T: 0212 265 4450. Off map. selections stand out on the menu. Fridays are SET BALIK LOKANTASI—Seafood. One of the Try Something Thai! PICASSO RESTAURANT—International. Ottoman livened up by DJ Aydın, while happy hour parties oldest seafood establishments on the Bosphorus The restaurant that introduced İstanbul to Thai cuisine, KONYALI KANYON—Turkish (Traditional). Konyalı is and Spanish cuisines are well represented on await you on Saturday evenings. HHHH Daily B, waterfront, with fresh fish served in a friendly, run by the fourth generation of the family, Mehmet Picasso’s a la carte menu and in the buffet. HHH L, D, N. İstinyePark Shopping Centre, 476-481, intimate atmosphere. Many in-house mezes using ÇokÇok’s architecture and authentic décor creates the Eren Doğanbey. Exclusive concept and ambiance, Daily L & D. www.barcelo.com. Millet Cad. 186, Sarıyer. T: 0212 345 5650. seasonal fish and vegetables recently added to magical atmosphere of . Boasting a wide selection of the fine menu and luxurious presentation on gold- Barceló Eresin Topkapı, Topkapı. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). the menu. HH Daily L & D. No credit cards. plated service all add up to a memorable meal. HH T: 0212 631 1212. Off map. www.setbaliklokantasi.com. Haydar Aliyev Cad. delicious dishes, the service is fantastic, and a lounge bar Daily L & D. www.konyalilokantasi.com. Büyükdere GO MONGO—Asian. Real Mongolian barbecue 18, Kireçburnu, Tarabya. T: 0212 262 0411. Off map. Cad. 185, Kanyon Shopping Centre, Levent. SARNIÇ—International. A restaurant dating to the accompained by select Asian dishes including with Chillout and World Music completes a great evening T: 0212 353 0450. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). Repuclican period housed in a cistern at the end the finest of Thai, Indonesian, Vietnamese, YELKEN PALACE—Mediterranean. Boasting lovely out (p. 30). of an old Ottoman street. Favourites include Chinese and Indian cuisines. HHH Daily L&D. Bosphorus views, this modern restaurant serves an LA TORRE—International. Exclusive Located in shrimp cocktail, crepe Bosphorus, paçanga börek, www.gomongo.com.tr. 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Mon-Fri L & D, Sat-Sun D. www.club29.com. pastas and classical Neapolitan pizza by-the- city lounge and main restaurant. Among the most from Adana and Tarsus region based on traditional www.citysnisantasi.com. Teşvikiye Cad. 162, Adnan Saygun Cad. Yol Sok. 71/1, Ulus. meter are some of the highlights. HHH Mon-Sat impressive offerings are their artichoke mücver in recipes. The gavurdağı Toros, Abaganos fındık Nişantaşı. T: 0212 373 3333. A6. T: 0212 358 2929. Off map. L & D. www.centopercento.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi cheese fondue, and talaş börek on a bed of beef. lahmacun, şaşlık kebab and semolina halvah are MAMA—Italian. Extensive menu with pizzas straight Cad. Zati Apt. 36, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 232 6202. A6. Or stop by in the evening and enjoy live music especially good. Playground available for the kids. WAGAMAMA—Japanese. Ex tensive menu offers from a wood oven, homemade pastas and salads. along with their signature passion fruit cocktail. HH Daily L & D. www.kosebasi.com. Bronz Sok. 5, distinctive Far Eastern flavours. A big hit with CHOCOLATE—Bistro & Bar. Offering an exquisite Well established in Rumeli Hisarı, Mama now HHH Daily L, D & N. Sofa Hotel, Teşvikiye Cad. 41, Maçka, T: 0212 230 3868. A6. noodle lovers, this restaurant offers a pleasant dining experience, this spot serves international welcomes guests in its delightfully stylish Nişantaşı. T: 0212 230 6666. A6. and entertaining dining ambiance. HHH Daily L & cuisine, but predominantly Italian dishes adjusted LA BRİSE brasserıe—French. A brasserie with an Nişantaşı location. HHH Daily B, L & D. D. www.wagamama.com.tr. Büyükdere Cad. 185, to Turkish tastes. All ingredients are natural, HACIBEY KEBAPÇISI—Turkish (Traditional). Branch Art Nouveau décor, La Brise offers always seasonal Abdi İpekçi Cad. Harbiye Mah. 7/2, Nişantaşı. Kanyon Shopping Centre, Levent. organic and fresh, prepared with special herbs. of one of Bursa’s famous kebab houses serving in cooking and a great selection of drinks. Unmissable T: 0212 241 1152. A6. T: 0212 353 0474. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). HHH Daily B, L & D. www.chocolatecafe.com. İstanbul since 1993. Traditional delicacies including dishes include steak tartare, duck confit and Eytam Cad. 33, Maçka. T: 0212 343 2461. A6. İskender kebab, döner, lentil soup, shepherd’s Chateaubriand. HHH Daily L & D. MAYBE SALOMANJE—International. Try local delicacies like stuffed chard, Turkish dumplings, NİŞANTAŞI, MAÇKA & ŞİŞLİ CLOUD7 RESTAURANT, BAR & TERRACE— salad, and Kemalpaşa dessert with cheese and www.brasserielabrise.com. Mim Kemal Öke Cad. mastic. H Daily L & D. 11A, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 244 4846. mücver, cızbız köfte, çentik kebabı and mosaic cake AL BUSHRA—Lebanese. Nestled on the 9th flor of International. Located on the top floor, this A6. www.hacibeykebapcisi.com. Teşvikiye Cad. 8/B, in this great spot for lunch, a romantic dinner or Hilton İstanbul, Al Bushra promises a delightful restaurant takes in a breath-taking Bosphorus LİMONATA—Café. Limonata is one of İstanbul’s Nişantaşı. T: 0212 231 7134. Sunday brunch. Its bar is also highly popular. and unforgettable dining experience featuring view. With its new name and remodelled interior, A6. most fashionable spots. Enjoy a delicious lunch or HHH Daily L&D. www.salomanje.com.tr. NOMADS authentic Lebanese dishes by expert chefs, select the restaurant offers a rich selection of Turkish and HÜNKAR NİŞANTAŞI— dinner, or choose from an impressive selection of Turkish (Traditional). Atiye Sok. 4/2, Teşvikiye. T: 0212 327 3577. Muallim Naci Cad. 65, Ortaköy. wines and a brathtaking Bosphorus view. world cuisines. HHH Daily B, L & D. Cosy, spacious, serving traditional Turkish dishes cocktails at the unique Limonata bar. A6. T: 0212 258 0777. A9. HHH Daily L & D. www.hilton.com.tr. www.hilton.com.tr. Hilton ParkSa, Maçka and desserts. Popular choices include wrapped HHH Daily L & D. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 23, Nişantaşı. MEZZALUNA—Italian. A classic Italian spot, Hilton İstanbul, Cumhuriyet Cad. K:9, Harbiye. Bayıldım Cad. 12. T: 0212 258 5674. www.nomads.nl. B7. liver, tandoori lamb stew and lamb casserole with T: 0212 231 0356. A6. Mezzaluna serves cold appetizers and carpaccios, T: 0212 343 8081. B6. COOKSHOP— Restaurant-cafe style yoghurt; for a truly Turkish dining experience thin crust pizzas baked in a wood oven, and fresh International. MAÇKA GÜNAYDIN ET RESTAURANT—Steakhouse. Cookshop offers a wide range of unique dishes try the lamb’s trotter soup, hünkar beğendi and hand-made pastas all in a colourful, cheerful on Mediterranean and Turkish cuisine by award- blush/atiye—Mediterrean. With its tempting With a wood-dominated, historic feel, this spot Mediterranean and Italian menu, this spot efor breakfast, lunch and dinner. Try unusual semolina halvah. HH Daily L & D. Mim Kemal Öke atmosphere. HHH Daily L & D. winning chefs. Try the stuffed köfte with cheek of serves a variety of kebabs and meats. Try the operates as a bistro for lunch, transforming into an dishes including the Asian-style soup and stuffed Cad. 21, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 225 4665. A6. www.mezzaluna.com.tr. Mim Kemal Öke Cad. 21, beef, and the crab tartar appetizer. smoked meat platter, succulent steaks and the elegant restaurant in the evening. HHH Daily chard, plus desserts like tiramisu with rum, and Nişantaşı. T: 0212 231 3142. HHH Daily L & D. www.latorre-restaurant.com.tr. KANTİN—Modern Turkish. This well-lit, airy spot’s hand-churned ayran HHH Daily L & D. A6. L & D. www.blushistanbul.com. Atiye Sok. 7, delicious cheesecake. HH Daily B, L & D. Le Meridien İstanbul Etiler, Cengiz Topel Cad. 39, claim to fame is healthy dishes created from local, www.gunaydinet.com. Swissôtel the Bosphorus, MIDPOINT—International. Select varieties from Abdi İpekçi Cad. Nişantaşı. T: 0212 343 2435. A6. www.cookshop.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 34/A, Etiler. T: 0212 3840000. Off map. seasonal ingredients, which you can sample in its Bayıldım Cad. 2, Maçka. T: 0212 258 1203. B7. international cuisines, warm architecture and Nişantaşı. T: 0212 232 0566. A6. BOĞAZİÇİ BORSA—Turkish (Modern). A classic in lunch, dinner, or afternoon tea and pastry service. unparalleled presentation. Among the many NUSR-ET—Steakhouse. In keeping with Nusret’s MAHALLE—Located on the top floor of City’s İstanbul dining, this restaurant’s updated menus çİntemanİ RESTAURANT—Turkish. Named after Sample the special breads for sale in Kantin’s decor, meats are brought on teak planks and Nişantaşı shopping centre, Mahalle offers a variety choices, the vegetable fettucini and thin taco capture the flavours of Turkish cuisine with a one of the most important motifs in traditional store. www.kantin.biz Daily L & D. Akkavak Sok. 30, served on white porcelain. The restaurant of services under one roof from a butcher to a salad, Cajun basket, Bosphorus kebab and Western twist. The result is stunning. Paintings Ottoman art, this venue is open all day. Menu Nişantaşı. T: 0212 219 3114. A6. focuses on meat, salads and wine; meats are flower shop, greengrocer, bookstore and coffee Carribean dessert are particularly worth a try. by famous artists exhibited in the entrance inspired by the most distinguished dishes of the cooked to order. HHH Daily L & D. Nispetiye Cad. KÖŞEBAŞI—Turkish (Traditional). This internationally- shop. There’s something for every need and HH Daily B, L & D. www.midpoint.com.tr. Abdi welcome guests into this elegant venue. Mediterranean and Ottoman Court cuisines. 87, Etiler. T: 0212 358 3022. recognized chain restaurant offers meat dishes occasion. Daily 10am-10pm. İpekçi Cad. 59, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 219 9401. A6. Off map. HHH Daily L & D. www.borsa.com. HHHH Daily B, L & D. Daily 6:30am-11pm. Lütfi Kırdar Convention & Exhibition Centre, PAPERMOON—Italian. This elegant venue serves www.ritzcarlton.com. The Ritz-Carlton, İstanbul, unique Italian delicacies. Its spacious bar and Harbiye. T: 0212 232 4201. A6. Elmadağ, Şişli. T: 0212 334 4188. Off map. café are open all day, and loved by İstanbul CAFE SOFA—International. This delightful café DELICATESSEN—International. Featuring dishes high society. Reservations recommended. with a simple, home-style décor, offers a menu of that combine Turkish tastes, local ingredients HHHH Daily L & D. www.papermoon.com.tr. dishes from around the world. In addition, it also and international delicacies, the extensive menu Nispetiye Cad. Akmerkez Shopping Centre 224, serves its special coffee and cocktails day and includes breakfast, starters, sandwiches, fresh Etiler. T: 0212 282 1616. Sip by sip night. HHH Daily B, L & D. www.thesofahotel.com. ravioli, lasagne, meat and fish courses as well as an Shopping Centre Map (p.16). The Sofa Hotel, Teşvikiye Cad. 41-41 A, Nişantaşı. extensive wine list. HHH Daily B, L & D. T: 0212 368 1818. P.F. CHANGS— Chinese. This Chinese bistro is A6. www.delicatessenistanbul.com. Nişantaşı, Mim Kemal Öke Cad. 19/1, Nişantaşı. famed for its delicious food, authentic décor and CAFÉ WIEN—Café. European-style coffee and historical fine service, and the majestic horses that greet cakes made in house, offering a Viennese style T: 0212 225 0604. A6. Pera, Asmalımescit Mah. its guests at the door. Exotic flavours in portions café atmosphere. 26 pastries and 18 coffees and Oteller Sok. 10-B, Beyoğlu. large enough to share are accompanied by a good to choose from, including the famous Viennese T: 0212 244 8455 - 56. C4. choice of wines, special cocktails, sake and beer. peninsula blend. The “Eiskaffee” with ice cream is a summer DEN CAFÉ & RESTAURANT—International. With a HHH www.pfchangs.com. Nispetiye Cad. 94, Etiler. favorite. HHH Daily B, L & D. www.cafewien.com. menu featuring dishes from around the globe, T: 0212 358 6060. Off map. Maçka Cad. Reasürans Çarşısı 62, Teşvikiye. its highly recommended breakfast includes vast T: 0212 233 7860. arrays of cheeses, olives, jams and pancakes. SUNSET GRILL&BAR—Mediterranean. This A6. Ali Ocakbaşı, present you Later in the day, be sure to try their mini burgers, well-known İstanbul venue offers a magnificient CAFÉ ZONE—Café. This welcoming spot, Bosphorus view accompanied by an exclusive overflowing with greenery, has an open kitchen filet mignon salad with teriyaki sauce, steaks and the opportunity to bear wine list and Mediterranean cuisine. Bar opens in concept serving a tempting array of original mastic-flavored rice pudding with pomegranate. HH witness to the history, the evenings, offering an entertaining night with a dishes. Try the shrimp soup with artichokes, Daily B, L & D. Mim Kemal Öke Cad. 12/1D, DJ. Booking required. HHHH Mon-Sat L & D, Balkan köfte, and börek with smoky eggplant Nişantaşı. T: 0212 224 2470. A6. through its perfect flavors www.sunsetgrillbar.com. Adnan Saygun Cad. puree for starters. HHH Mon-Sat B, L, D. DRAGON RESTAURANT—Chinese. Delicious dishes that bear the scent of Yol Sok. 2, Ulus. T: 0212 287 0357-58. Off map. www.cafezone.com.tr. Kuyumcu İrfan Sok. 3C, by Hong Kong chefs served in a spacious interior Nişantaşı. T: 0212 296 6590-91. A6. decorated in classical Chinese style. Specialties Anatolia. TEPPANYAKİ ALATURKA—Asian. Asian and Turkish include crispy duck and stir-fried dishes. HHHH delicacies are prepared with the traditional CASITA—Turkish. Very popular for its mantı, a Japanese teppanayaki griddle technique, and Turkish dumpling served with yoghurt, and tripe Daily L & D. www.hilton.com.tr. Hilton İstanbul, Cumhuriyet Cad. Harbiye. T: 0212 231 6200. served in a dramatic fashion. The interior is soup, Casita also offers temptations like Bodrum’s B6. dominated by a wood décor ; VIP sections also famous çökertme kebab, garlic mushroom DUKE—British. The famous London restaurant Ali Ocakbaşı Karaköy available. HHH Daily L & D. casserole and “paper doll” dessert. This boasts smart interior and a lush green terrace. In Tersane Cad. Kardeşim Sok. 45 Kat: 4 www.teppanyakialaturka.com. Nispetiye Cad. 107, restaurant is open 24 hours daily. HH Daily L&D. addition to English fare such as fish and chips and Grifin Han, Karaköy, İstanbul Tel: +90212 293 10 11 Etiler. T: 0212 287 8228. Off map. www.casita.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Atiye Sok. 3, beef Wellington, there is also a wide selection of Nişantaşı. T: 0212 327 8293. A6. sushi and sashimi at the Raw Bar. HHHH Daily Ali Ocakbaşı Nişantaşı ULUS 29—International. Flavours from around the L & D. www.dukeistanbul.com. Trump Tower, K.2 Teşvikiye Cad. City’s Shopping Centre, world by international chefs who prepare sushi CENTO PER CENTO—Italian. With a concept based D.214, Şişli. T: 0212 520 2626. Mahalle Katı 162 Şişli, İstanbul Tel: +90212 373 26 15 and Mediterranean dishes plus Turkish specialties on everyday Italian food, starters are served in Off map. such as kebab and pide. Dazzling panoramic view snack-sized portions so it’s easy to sample a wide FRANKIE—Mediterranean & Turkish. Boasting www.aliocakbasi.com [email protected] of Bosphorus. Booking required. HHHH range of dishes. Chef’s homemade ravioli, fresh three different sections, choose from the terrace,

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MIYAKO—Asian. Award-winning restaurant offering SULTAN RESTAURANT—International. Elegant, Akaretler, Sıra Evler B Blok. 14, Akaretler. three fine Asian dining experiences: sushi bar, wood-dominated interior reminiscent of palaces T: 0212 327 1166. A7/B7. Teppanyaki cuisine plus Tatami room. The surrounded by glass walls. The talented İST TOO—International. This spot between Japanese garden adds a further Asian touch. kitchen team produces select flavours from Turkish Dolmabahçe Palae and the Sea Museum serves Sake is served warm or cold to accompany the and world cuisines. HHHH Daily L & D. fine Japanese, Southeast Asian, Mediterranean meal. HHHH Tue-Sun 7pm-11pm. D. www.grandcevahirhotel.com. Grand Cevahir Hotel, and Turkish dishes, including a good selection of www.swissotel.com.tr. Bayıldım Cad. 2, Swissôtel Darülaceze Cad. Okmeydanı, Şişli. sushi and noodles. Mon-Sat L & D. HHHH The Bosphorus, Maçka. T: 0212 326 1100. T: 0212 314 4242. B7. Off map. www.shangri-la.com. Shangri-La Bopshorus, NİŞANTAŞI BRASSERIE—Bistro. With décor by TURKUAZ RESTAURANT—International. Restaurant Hayrettin İskelesi Sok. 1, Beşiktaş. Zeynep Fadıllıoğlu, Nişantaşı Brasserie is one of offering delightful international flavours. HHH Daily T: 0212 275 8888. B7. B, L & D. www.dedeman.com. Dedeman İstanbul, İstanbul’s most popular spots. The menu offers LALEDAN— Boasting Open buffet Yıldız Posta Cad. 50, Esentepe. T: 0212 337 4500. International. classic dishes adapted for modern tastes, including A7. breakfast with over 250 items with % 80 organic French onion soup, duck’s liver, steak Tartare, and VERANDA GRİLL & BAR—Enjoy a wonderful ingredients, and Arabic & Asian and sushi corner ‘Café de Paris’ filet mignon. HHH Daily B, L & D. combination of alfresco dining with a Bosphorus between 6.30am and 11am. Legendary Çırağan Abdi İpekçi Cad. Bostan Sok. 23/1, Nişantaşı. view, and select Turkish and international dishes Brunch on Sundays from 12pm-4pm. Laledan T: 0212 343 0443. A6. including delicious kebabs and fresh charcoal- Restaurant serves an all-day dining menu, N BURGER—This cosy restaurant’s menu includes the grilled fish and burgers. Or head to the bar for a boasting delicious comfort food and regional Nusret Burger, Lokum Burger and Sucuklu Burger, wonderful cocktail with a breathtaking İstanbul specialties. HHHH www.kempinski.com. Çırağan HHH along with a selection of köfte and meats. The tulum sunset. www.hilton.com.tr. Daily D. Palace Kempinski İstanbul, Çırağan Cad. 32, cheese salad and baklava are some of its most Hilton İstanbul, Cumhuriyet Cad. Harbiye. Beşiktaş. T: 0212 236 7333. B8. T: 0212 343 8081. B6. popular dishes. Daily L & D. LİMONATA DOWNTOWN—Café. Limonata is one of www.d-ream.com.tr. Abdi Ipekçi Cad. 57/A, ORTAKÖY & BEŞİKTAŞ İstanbul’s most fashionable spots. Enjoy a delicious Reasürans Çarşısı, Nişantaşı. lunch or dinner, or choose from an impressive T: 0212 231 2470-71. A6. AQUA—Italian. One of the most ambitious selection of cocktails at the unique Limonata restaurants in İstanbul with its master chefs, bar. HHH Daily L & D. Süleyman Seba Cad. 46, PIOLA—Italian. Now boasting a branch in Turkey, unparalleled service and excellent location. international chain Piola is known as the ‘pizzeria to Akaretler, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 236 5017. A6. Modern interior. Mainly Mediterranean and Italian the stars’ with regulars in its US branches including MEZE— Here you will find a rich selection of dishes, minestrone soup, line caught sea bass Turkish. Will Smith and Jennifer Lopez. Three-quarters of savoury appetizers and Ottoman specialities in a filet, mixed sea-food plate.HHHH Daily B, L & D. its menu consists of pizzas, with fresh toppings modern presentation with outstanding service. 6am-11pm. www.fourseasons.com. Four Seasons including mozzarella, shrimp and porcini. HHH www.conrad.hilton.com.tr. Daily 6pm-11pm. Bosphorus, Çırağan Cad. 28, Beşiktaş. Daily L & D. www.pointhotel.com. Point Otel HHHHH Conrad Hotel, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 381 4059. A9. Barbaros, Esentepe, Yıldız Posta Cad. 29, Şişli. T: 0212 310 2525. Off map. T: 0212 337 3000. A7. BANYAN—Asian (Modern). The exquisite flavours MİNYON— Minyon presents world of the Far East. Famous for its omelettes varieties International. PANCALDI— In keeping Contemporary European. from 20 countries. Menus include samosa with cuisine in a modern, unpretentious ambiance. with Turkish hospitality and Ramada Worldwide’s Vietnamese-style vegetable chili sauce, Singapore- Minyon’s olives, 29-day aged rib eye schnitzel, superior standards of quality and service, Pancaldi style noodles and sushi. HHHH Daily L & D. and chocolate almond tart are just a few of their Restaurant offers delicious selections from local www.banyanrestaurant.com. very special dishes. HHH www.minyon.com. and international cuisines. HHH Daily B, L & D. Muallim Naci Cad. Salhane Sok. 3, Ortaköy. W İstanbul, Süleyman Seba Cad. 22, Akaretler, www.ramadaplazaistanbul.com. T: 0212 259 9060-70. Off map. Beşiktaş. T: 0212 381 2121. B7. Halaskargazi Cad. 63, Ramada Plaza, Osmanbey. BLOOM— This high-ceilinged OKKA—Turkish (Modern). With turquoise ceramic T: 0212 315 4444. A6. Mediterranean. spacious venue has another surprise – a wide columns and antique diamond-cut mirrors, Okka PARK ŞAMDAN—International. A classic venue in green terrace filled with grapefruit, olive, is definitely not your usual kebab restaurant. town, Park Şamdan offers an extensive menu of pomegranate and orange trees. The stars of the A welcoming atmosphere combines with a delicious Turkish and international delicacies. Wide menu include dishes cooked in their stone oven; unique selection of mezes and kebab. Highly variety of local and foreign liquors and cocktails. try beef tas kebabı, and köfte with kashar cheese, recommended are the beef ribs, lamb küşneme HHH Mon-Sat L & D. www.parksamdan.com. Mim to name just a few. HH Daily B, L & D. Ambarlı Dere (the finest cut of meat for kebab), steaks and the Kemal Öke Cad. 14, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 225 0710. A6. Cad. 6, Ortaköy. T: 0212 288 6582. Off map. wonderfully varied meze plate. HHH Daily L & D. www.wistanbul.com.tr. W İstanbul, Süleyman Seba PRIME, THE—Steakhouse. This venue specialises BOSPHORUS GRİLL—This elegant, shaded Cad. 22, 3/F, Akaretler. T: 0212 381 2189. in prime cuts of meat prepared to perfection restaurant overlooking the Bosphorus serves a B7. on a lava stone grill. With mission-style oak tempting menu of grilled meats, fish and seafood, PARK FORA—Fish and Seafood. Popular restaurant furniture and floor-to-ceiling custom wine plus Turkish favourites. This summer’s surprise is offering delicious seafood and high-quality service. displays, the restaurant caters to refined tastes a selection of specially marinated meats and fish Appetizers include salted bonito, octopus salad, in a contemporary setting. HHHH Mon-Sat L & D. cooked in an Indian-style tandoor. HHH Daily D. shrimp roquefort and grilled calamari. Fishcakes and istanbul.park.hyatt.com. Teşvikiye Cad. Çırağan Palace Kempinski İstanbul, Çırağan Cad. salt-baked fish highly recommended. Bronz Sok. 4, Park Hyatt İstanbul Maçka Palas, 84, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 236 7333. B8/B9. HHHH Daily L & D. www.parkfora.com.tr. Nişantaşı. T: 0212 315 1234. A6. Muallim Naci Cad. Cemil Topuzlu Parkı 54-A, FERİYE LOKANTASI—Turkish (Traditional). Historical Ortaköy. T: 0212 265 5063. A9. QUICK —Asian. Minimally designed modern building that housed a police station a century and chic venue with 250 dishes from three different ago. Menu offers Turkish and Ottoman cuisines, PH PUB—Gastropub. A wide variety of appetizer Asian cuisines. Also offering an open buffet, this with excellent Bosphorus views and stylish buffets, grills and desserts are served from spot promises to be a rising star in Asian dining. ambiance. Specialities include sauteed lamb 11:30am to 8:30pm in PH pub on the lobby floor. HHH Daily L & D. www.quickchina.com.tr. Abdi fillet and pumpkin dessert. Heated terrace in HHH Mon-Sat L & D. www.theplazahotel.com. İpekçi Cad. 5, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 219 7356. A6. winter. HHHH Daily L & D. www.feriye.com. Çırağan tr. Barbaros Bulvarı 165, The Plaza Hotel İstanbul, Cad. 40, Ortaköy. T: 0212 227 2216. Off map. Balmumcu, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 370 2020. A8. ROOF RESTAURANT—International. The first Art Tech hotel in Turkey, Point Hotel Barbaros Roof GİLE RESTAURANT – Turkish (Modern). Young SHANG PALACE—Chinese. Exciting classical and restaurant with its excellent Bosphorus view offers chefs Cihan Kıpçak and Üryan Doğmuş add a innovative Chinese dishes are served alongside an open buffet featuring the exquisite flavours of contemporary edge to familiar flavours, creating information on the cuisine. Favourites include Turkish cuisine. HHH Daily B, L & D. new flavours such as filet mignon with fenugreek, Peking duck, filet mignon slices marinated in www.pointhotel.com. Point Hotel Barbaros, 24-hour lamb shank, and Saroz shrimp grilled over Chinese wine, and ginger seafood. HHHH Daily Esentepe Yıldız Posta Cad. 29, Şişli. red pine. HHH Daily L & D. L & D. Sinanpaşa Mah. Hayrettin İskelesi Sok. 1, T: 0212 337 3000. A7. www.gilerestaurant.com. Şair Nedim Cad. Beşiktaş. T: 0212 275 8888. B7.

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SKY BAR—International. A la carte restaurant on the restaurant enjoys worldwide fame for its meat Daily B & L & D. Zorlu Center, Zincirlikuyu Cad. GALATALI BALIK—Fish & Seafood. Galatalı Balık acid jazz and beach house music between Kaptan-ı Derya Cad. 37, Titanic Business Hotel, top floor of the Plaza Hotel with one of the finest dishes. An indisputable master of meat cookery Beşiktaş. T: 0212 353 6767. Off map. serves Cunda cuisine (from Turkey’s northwest 4pm-8pm and after dinner. HHH Daily L & D. . T: 0216 453 5050. Off map. panoramic views of the city, featuring international with a dish named after him, owner Beyti Güler coast) including Aegean wild greens, calamari www.mirrorbistro.com. Suadiye Park, A Blok 2, PARLÉ—International. This elegant and cuisine and fine service. HHH Tue-Sun D. handpicks the ingredients. Its chorcoal grilled meats sophisticated restaurant serves fine international with almond tarator and mackerel with aioli. It also Suadiye. T: 0216 464 2710. Off map. ÇENGELKÖY, BEYKOZ & ÜSKÜDAR www.theplazahotel.com.tr. Barbaros Bulvarı 165, are divine. HHH Tue-Sun L & D. www.beyti.com. boasts incomparable views of the Prince’s Islands. cuisine in its own unique style. Highlights of A’JIA RESTAURANT—Mediterranean. With its unique The Plaza Hotel İstanbul, Balmumcu, Beşiktaş. Orman Sok. 8, Florya. T: 0212 663 2991. HHHH www.galatalibalik.com. REMİNA RESTAURANT—International. In one of Off map. the menu include filet mignon with Cafe De fusion of contemporary interior design and 18th- T: 0212 370 2020. A8. Plaj Yolu Sok Suadiye Park, A Blok 18, Kadıköy. the most beautiful spots on Kalamiş bay, Remina ELEOS—Aegean. Spacious décor and unique Paris sauce, roast duck and seafood salad with century architecture in a spectacular Bosphorus- T: 0216 410 3959-69. serves a tempting selection of international STARBOARD RESTAURANT—International. Enjoy flavours from both shores of the Aegean Sea. goat cheese. HHHH Daily L & D. Zorlu Center, Off map. front location, this restaurant has a reputation for dishes. Try their pepper cream soup, Chalcedon al fresco dining complemented by a spectacular In addition to classic flavours of İstanbul’s taverns, Zincirlikuyu Cad. Beşiktaş. T: 0212 353 6340. GÜNAYDIN— This simply-decorated two- quality service. HHHH Daily B, L & D. Turkish. burger, and basil-parmesan bread fresh from the setting along the Bosphorus. The restaurant Eleos’ menu includes Greek and Armenian Off map. storey restaurant, with a spacious garden, serves www.ajiahotel.com. Çubuklu Cad. 27, A’jia Hotel, HHH draws local and foreign guests with its innovative specialties as well as Aegean wild greens. HHH oven daily. Daily B, L & D. Wyndham İstanbul TOM’S KITCHEN—English Brasserie. Tom’s kitchen delicious kebabs and other grilled meats. The Ahmet Rasim Paşa Yalısı, Kanlıca. Mediterranean menu highlighting fresh seafood Daily L & D. www.eleosrestaurant.com. Yeşilbahçe Kalamış, Kalamış Fener Cad. 38, Kalamış. serves comfort food favourites in a relaxed mainstays of the menu are the fındık lahmacun T: 0216 413 9300. Off map. dishes. HHHH Daily B, L & D. Çırağan Cad. 46, Sok. 9, Yeşilköy. T: 0212 663 3911. T: 0216 400 0000. Off map. Off map. and environment, from brakfast to dinner. (an appetizer-sized version of the familiar ‘Turkish Radisson Blu Bosphorus Hotel, Ortaköy. ÇENGELKÖY İSKELE RESTAURANT—Fish and KAŞIBEYAZ— Specialities on Menu highlights include fish pie, steak tartare, pizza’), stuffed köfte and chopped kebabs, Turkish (Traditional). Seafood. Best fish restaurant on the Asian side, T: 0212 310 1500. B8. including their special pistachio kebab. HHH BOSTANCI & KARTAL COASTLINE the menu include kebabs like Ali Nazik, pistachio Shepherd’s pie. HHH Daily B & L & D. both for the quality of its fish and its Bosphorus Daily L&D. Suadiye Mah. Kazım Özalp Sok. 58, THE WINSTON BRASSERIE—Mediterranean. This and garlic kebab. An open buffet breakfast served Zorlu Center, Zincirlikuyu Cad. Beşiktaş. COMPASS ROOF RESTAURANT&BAR—International. view. Established as a Greek coffeehouse in the Şaşkınbakkal. T: 0216 417 9209. elegantly and meticulously decorated venue really on Sundays offers a unique Antep-style menu. T: 0212 353 6677. Off map. Off map. Located in the Titanic Hotel in Kartal, this spot early 1800s, it became a Greek tavern before stands out. On the menu, Italian pizzas, pastas HHH Daily B, L & D. www.kasibeyaz.com.tr. Florya, MIRROR—Italian (Modern). This venue includes offers many special flavours ranging from seafood assuming its current form in 1950. Specialties and risottos are paired with traditional wines of Şenlikköy, Çatal Sok. 19, T: 0212 444 1040. Asian Side both a restaurant and bar in a minimalist interior. to select Far Eastern dishes. Savour the variety of include grilled calamari in soy sauce, shrimp in vine Turkey’s Urla region. Try their delicious salads, Off map. Yeniköy, Köybaşı Cad. 19, Predominantly Italian menu also offers delicacies cocktails while enjoying live music in the elegant leaves, turbot, sea bream, haddock and gurnard. and chicken, meat and fish marinated in a special T: 0212 468 1717. Off map. ATAŞEHİR from world cuisines. Chill-out cosy, groove, and charming modern ambiance. HHH Daily D. HHH Daily L & D. www.cengelkoyiskelerestaurant.com. sauce for a feast fit for a king – and top it off with a LA DELICATESSE RESTAURANT—International. CORE GRILL & BAR— Radisson Blu Çengelköy İskele Gazinosu Sok. 10, Çengelköy. splendid dessert. HHH Şair Nedim Cad. 3, Beşiktaş, Turkish (Modern). Looking for something different? Hotel, İstanbul Asia’s restaurant is bright, relaxed T: 0216 321 5506. Off map. Akaretler. T: 212 259 9919. B7. Try La Delicatesse to take in the colours of the and friendly. Ingredients from various cuisines blend DEL MARE—Fish and Seafood & Italian. Excellent TUĞRA RESTAURANT— A favourite of seaside and enjoy the enchanting moonlight with Ottoman. harmoniously with Turkish dishes, with the chef’s location on the Bosphorus with a delightful gourmets, this venue serves classical Ottoman family and friends, and savour dishes prepared specialties including chicken schnitzel with kadayıf SPOTLIGHT view, especially inviting at sunset. Try specialities dishes accompanied by live Turkish classical with care and love. HHH Daily L & D. pastry and their Core kebab. HH Daily L & D. including mussel ravioli, paella, and fish on mashed music in an authentic atmosphere on the www.cinarhotel.com.tr. Çınar Hotel Fener Mevkii, www.radissonblu.com. Radisson Blu Hotel, İstanbul eggplant. Also accessible by boat from Kuruçeşme waterfront. HHHH Daily D. Yeşilköy. T: 0212 663 2900. Off map. Asia, Yakut Cad. Ataşehir. T: 0216 579 1100. Off map. on the European side. HHHH Daily L & D. www.kempinski-istanbul.com. Çırağan Cad. 32, Extraordinary Flavours MEZZANINE RESTAURANT—International. This ORANGE RESTAURANT— This La Torre, located in Le Méridien İstanbul Etiler, has made a great Çırağan Palace Kempinski İstanbul, Beşiktaş. Mediterranean. www.del-mare.com. Kuleli Cad. 53/4, Çengelköy. venue will turn your breakfasts, dinners and venue offers the flavours of Moroccan, Algerian, T: 0216 422 5762. Off map. T: 0212 258 3377. B8. impression in İstanbul with its quality cuisine, created by Michelin- lunches into a feast with a rich menu prepared by Lebanese and Turkish cuisine. A wide variety of KANAAT LOKANTASI— Kanaat VOGUE RESTAURANT & BAR—International. Located its skilful and experienced kitchen crew. grills, daily set menus and southern Mediterranean starred executive chef, Jean-George Vongerichten. Its menu blends Turkish (Traditional). offers a stunning menu of 100-120 dishes prepared on the top floor of BJK Plaza, this elegant restaurant Decor dominated by beige and green. specialties promise a delightful experience. HHH Turkish and world cuisines, featuring dishes such as confit duck with daily including meat dishes, olive oil dishes, offers 70 different sushi varieties. Enjoy white and HHH Daily B, L & D. www.wowhotelsistanbul.com. Daily B, L & D. www.orangemedgrill.com. Kayışdağ blue cheese risotto, and meatballs with eggplant gnocchi. Start the desserts, ice creams and yoghurt. red house wines as well as olive oils exclusively WOW İstanbul Hotels, İstanbul Dünya Ticaret Cad. 1 /1, İstanbul Marriot Hotel Asia, Ataşehir. No alcohol. HH Daily L & D. Daily 6:30pm-11:30pm. prepared for Vogue against a superb Bosphorus Merkezi, Atatürk Cad. 15, Yeşilköy. T: 0216 570 0038. Off map. day with its imaginative breakfast menu including smoked salmon and www.kanaatlokantasi.com.tr. Selmanipak Cad. 9, view. Reservations required. HHHH Daily L & D. T: 0212 468 5000. Off map. SUSHICO— This restaurant chain silken tofu. Thursdays see a special Fareastistanbul menu with three www.istanbuldoors.com. Spor Cad. BJK Plaza A Far Eastern. Üsküdar. T: 0216 341 5444. D8. OLIVOS RESTAURANT—International. Decorated presents a vast Chinese, Japanese and Thai menu, different bento boxes bursting with Southeast Asian flavours (p. 38). Blok 48, Akaretler. T: 0212 227 4404. B7. in warm, brilliant colours, Olivos Restaurant’s with specialities including sushi rolls, asparagus KANDİLLİ BORSA—Turkish (Traditional). Excellent ZUMA—Japanese. Japanese dining traditions, alive award-winning culinary team offers Mediterranean veal, Peking duck, salmon teriyaki and fried ice ambiance in the garden of the historical Adile and well in the heart of İstanbul. Exciting interior is and international cuisine in smart, casual and cream. HHH Daily L & D. www.sushico.com.tr. Sultan Palace on a hilltop overlooking a dazzling an extra attraction to this restaurant overlooking comfortable surroundings. HHH Daily B, L & D. Sushico Palladium, Barbaros Mah. Halk Cad. 6/5, Bosphorus view. Top Ottoman palace dishes and the Bosphorus. Japanese and world cuisines www.radissonblu.com. Radisson Blu Airport Hotel, Palladium Shopping Centre, Yenisahra. traditional Turkish cuisine, the menu also includes available at sushi and grill bars. Booking required. E-5 Karayolu 20, Küçükçekmece. T: 0216 663 1345. Off map. surprising blends of Mediterranean, and Far HHHH Daily L & D. www.zumarestaurant.com. T: 0212 411 3838. Off map. Eastern cuisines. HHH Daily L & D. Salhane Sok. 7, Ortaköy. T: 0212 236 2296. A9. BAĞDAT CADDESİ & KADIKÖY www.borsarestaurant.com. Adile Sultan Sarayı, ZORLU CENTER Vaniköy Cad. 12, Vaniköy, Üsküdar. ARA SOKAK—International. This airy restaurant-bar TRUMP TOWER MALL T: 0216 460 0304. Off map. EATALY—Italian. With 24 branches including New serves dishes from around the world. As the night TRUMP CADDE—Located on the terrace floor of York, Chicago and several Italian cities, this new progresses, enjoy treats from their vast cocktail KIZ KULESİ (Maidens Tower)—International. Trump Towers Shopping Centre, this is home to venue of the market-restaurant chain offers top- menu and well-stocked wine cellar. Located in the middle of the Bosphorus, with event spaces plus brands including Limonata, quality Italian cheeses, pastas, sauces and more. HH Daily B & L & D. Beyaz Akasya Sok. 2, superb 360-degree view, the Maiden’s Tower Bali Bey, Nezih Kebap, Rumi Tantuni, Fiorucci, Featuring fine food and quality shopping, Eataly Caddebostan. Kadıköy. T: 0216 369 5153. Off map. serves as a coffee house during the day and PapaBubble and Plus Kitchen. It’s an ‘avenue’ scores high points with its pizzas and desserts HHH restaurant in the evenings, with tasty international DİVAN BRASSERİE KALAMIŞ— This is with a view which creates the carefree spirit of the Daily 10am-11pm. Zincirlikuyu. www.eataly.com.tr. International. an excellent choice for those looking to escape the cuisines. Live music by local and international street. Karkuyusu Sok. Şişli. T: 0212 3487867. T: 0212 336 6600 . Off map. city’s hustle and bustle, a safe haven of calm and musicians after 10pm. Accessible by boat service Off map. departing from Salacak on the hour. JAMIE’S ITALIAN—Italian. With a creative menu elegance where you can enjoy Divan chefs’ most HHH Daily L & D. www.kizkulesi.com.tr. YEŞİLKÖY, ATAKÖY & FLORYA featuring authentic gourmet dishes made with enticing specialities, against a backdrop of white the freshest ingredients, Jamie’s menu includes sailboats riding at anchor. HH Mon-Fri B, L & D; Salacak Mevkii, Üsküdar. BEEVES BUTCHER&STEAKHOUSE—Steakhouse. delicious köfte, chicken with couscous, and treats Fri & Sat B, L, D & N. www.divan.com.tr. T: 0216 342 4747. D7. This carnoivores’ delight raises its livestock on from around the world, in a warm, welcoming Amiral Fahri Korutürk Yat Limanı, Kalamış. LACİVERT—Mediterranean. Exquisite private farms in Kars and Gebze. The meat is then environment. HHH Daily L & D. T: 0216 414 5703. Off map. Mediterranean flavours combined with a most dry aged, then grilled to the diner’s liking over www.jamieoliver.com. Zorlu Center, Zincirlikuyu DEVELİ—Turkish (Traditional). Located on legendary romantic Bosphorus view. The restaurant delights wood coals. Try the Dallas Steak made with milk- Cad. Beşiktaş. T: 0212 353 6808. Off map. Kalamış Bay, Develi offers a delightful atmosphere its guests with seasonally changing menus and fed veal and served alongside a burger with special MORİNİ—Italian. From the décor to the quality and stylish decor. Fine Gaziantep and Turkish excellent seafood. Anything that comes out of the sauce. Daily L & D. www.beevesteak.com. service, Morini is pure New York. The home- specialties include Ali Nazik kebab, küşneme, maş sea, from calamari to octopus, mussels and shrimp Ataköy Marina Park, C-5, Bakırköy. made pastas reign supreme here; the favourite of piyazı, muhammara, and Antep style stuffed dried as well a vast selection of fish. Brunch on Sundays. T: 0212 560 2227. Off map. celebrities such as Catherine Zeta Jones, Brad Pitt eggplants. HHH Daily L & D. www.develikebap.com. HHHH Daily L & D. www.lacivertrestaurant.com. BEYTİ—Turkish (Traditional). Frequented by kings, and Heidi Klum, its dishes are created by Michelin- Münir Nurettin Selçuk Cad. Kalamış Marina, Körfez Cad. 57/A, Anadolu Hisarı, Beykoz. prime ministers, celebrities and high society, this star chef Michael White. HHHH Daily B, L & D. Kadıköy. T: 0216 418 9400. Off map. T: 0216 413 4224. Off map.

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Jan. The group takes the stage with their lively Dolman. Borusan İstanbul Philharmonic Orchestra: Concerts energetic take on grunge music. Gece Yolcuları, Murray Perahia, 16 Jan (8pm). The orchestra AKBANK SANAT—Caroline Henderson, 7 Jan 4 Jan (10pm). This popular Turkish pop rock group welcomes American pianist Perahia in a concert of (8pm). Eight-time recipient of the Danish Music plays its top hits. Yasmin Mori, 10 Jan. Known as Schumann, Schreker and Turkish composers. Award, the Swedish-born jazz vocalist and actress an urban bard in the music world, Mori performs www.icec.org. Gümüş Cad. 4 Harbiye, performs the music of Kurt Weill. Julia Hülsmann acoustic pieces selected from her latest album T: 0212 373 1100. A6. Quartet, 31 Jan (8pm). Earning themselves a Deli Bando. Vega, 11 Jan (10pm). Veteran Turkihs İŞ SANAT CULTURAL CENTRE—Shlomo Mintz, Itamar lasting place on the German jazz scene with their rock group Vega present a soft performance of the Golan & Dmitry Yablonsky, 22 Jan (8pm). Three melodic, creative music, the group promotes its songs from their latest album Tatlı Sert’teki. Dilek outstanding classical musicians perform chamber new album, In Full View. Önder Çevik, 21, 28 Jan Sert Erdoğan, 13 Jan. One of the most powerful music by Schubert and Beethoven. Luisa Sobral, (8pm). With a choreography inspired by spiritual Turkish female vocalists in recent years and known 24 Jan (8pm). Talented Portuguese jazz vocalist process and nature, Çevik enchants lovers of fine for her dark voice, Erdoğan performs jazz hits and lyricist Sobral performs a blend of jazz, soul dance with his show, Kendinden Uzak (‘Far From from 2013. This Piatango-Piazzolla Project, 23 Jan. and pop from her latest album, The Cherry On Himself’). www.akbanksanat.com. İstiklal Cad. 8, modern tango group performs the works of tango Sounds My Cake. Basel Chamber Orchestra, 29 Jan (8pm). Beyoğlu. T: 0212 252 3500 creator Astor Piazzolla, including favourite Turkish . C5. Directed by Italian conductor Giovanni Antonini, tangos. Aylin Aslım, 24 Jan. Rock vocalist Aslım BABYLON—J The jazz the Orchestra welcomes young cellist Sol Gabetta. of Spain ehan Barbur, 23 Jan (9.30pm). presents a moving concert of songs from her latest singer and songwriter Barbur perfoms at Babylon www.issanat.com.tr. İş Towers, Levent. Yasmin Levy, album, Zümrüdüanka (‘Phoenix’). stage. www.babylon.com.tr. Asmalımescit, T: 0212 316 1083. Off map. www.hayalkahvesibeyoglu.com. known for her Şehbender Sok. 3, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 292 7368. C5. Burunbahçe, Eski Gazhane Binaları, Çubuklu. NARDIS JAZZ CLUB—(all performances at 9.30pm unusual songs in BABYLON LOUNGE—(all performances 10pm). Holy T: 0216 413 6880. Off map. unless stated otherwise). Sanem Kalfa Trio, 1 Jan. Trap, 11 Jan. The group performs a combination Holland-based Sanem Kalfa and musicians Önder INDIGO the Judaeo-Spanish of hipo hop and underground playlists. —Ben Pearce & Homework, 4 Jan (11.30pm). Focan and Kağan Yıldız present a selection of jazz Electro Deep-house singer Pearce, known for his single Electro standards. VOCE, 3 Jan (10.30pm). The group language, performs Swing: Tobumusikizm, 3, 10, 17, 24 Jan. What I Might Do joins hot duo Homework in a music meets the spirit of the 20s and 30s. İstanbul performs along with its two female vocalists, with selection of warm pieces. Waek, 10 Jan (11.30pm). at the İstanbul And evening of soul, funk and fascinating results. Goodfellas, 4 Jan (10.30pm). Soul Nights, 25 Jan. Waek performs a rousing show featuring powerful R‘n’ B with performances by groups including Bus A repertoire which includes jazz, film music, soul, Congress Center bass and wild solos. Booka Shade, 11 Jan Stop, Funky Children and Crazy Robot. Mon-Sat funk and r ‘n’ b hits. Okay Temiz, 6 Jan. A major The modern electronic dance music in a concert of 10pm-2am. www.babylon.com.tr. Jurnal Sok. 4, (11.30pm). name in Turkish jazz, Temiz performs within a wide duo performs from their album Movements. Asmalımescit. T: 0212 245 3800. Amine range of musical influences ranging from Turkish passionate flamenco C5. G House symbol Amine Edge, 17 Jan (11.30pm). folk and Sufi music to African and Indian folk music. BRONX pİ SAHNE—(all performances 10pm). Sahte Edge combines the deep bass of funk with 80s songs (11 Jan). Şirin Soysal Band, 7 Jan. The group performs Kurt Beloved rock’n roll and blues hits hip house sounds. Rakı, 4 Jan. RE/TUNE, 24 Jan (11.30pm). Weill and cabaret classics, chansons and cult pop Her music combines performed together with a theatrical, entertaining Introducing the world to a new style of electronic songs within their own dramatic vocal style. Yinon stage show. Marsis, 11 Jan. This successful Black dance music since the 90s. Kassi, 31 Jan (11.30pm). Muallem, 9 Jan. Composer and percussionist flamenco guitar with Sea musical group performs songs in Turkish, Laz, Greece’s brilliant contribution to deep house. Muallem performs a colourful repertoire including Georgian and Black Sea Greek. İstanbul Arabesque Wed, Fri, Sat 11pm-5am. the rich sounds of jazz, film and Jewish musical genres. Deniz Taşar Project, 25 Jan. Turkish “Arabesk” style songs www.livingindigo.com. İstiklal Cad. Akarsu Sok. Quartet, 14 Jan. The foursome plays favourite Turkish instruments performed with eastern percussion and rock Mısır Apt. 1/2/4/5, Galatasaray. T: 0212 244 8568. C5. jazz standards and R&T numbers in their own backup arrangements. Baba Zula, 31 Jan. Blending (p. 45). İstanbul CONGRESS CENTer (ICC) arrangements. traditional folk music with modern sounds, the — Yasmin Levy, Tausk, Ataman & Focan Trio, 16 Jan. Levy performs in a concert of Dutch trumpeter Niels Tausk, jazz guitarist Önder group’s repertoire ranges from the songs of 11 Jan (8.30pm). passionate flamenco songs with her unusual songs. Focan and fusion guitarist promise an exciting minstrels like Aşık Veysel and Aşık Mahzuni to Bob www.iccistanbul.com. Taşkışla Street Harbiye. evening of music. Marley and Santana. İstanbul Youth Jazz Orchestra, T: 0212 373 9900. Directed by pianist Baki Duyarlar, the www.facebook.com/bronxpisahne. B6. 23 Jan. orchestra presents a repertoire including big band screens. beyogluatlas.com. İstiklal Cad. 131, Kanyon, Büyükdere Cad. 185, Levent. İstiklal Cad. Terkos Çıkmazı 8/1, Beyoğlu. İstanbul LÜTFİ Kırdar (ICEC) —Stomp, 31 Jan Children Beyoğlu. T: 0212 252 8576. T: 0212 353 0853. and most other jazz styles. Yavuz Akyazıcı Trio, 27 C5. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). T: 0530 763 99 00. C5. (8pm). The British ensemble Stomp uses a variety Please check venue for full programme, performance time Marmara Forum, Çobançeşme, Koşuyolu Bulvarı Jan. Akyazıcı performs from his album Bridge and CAPITOL SPECTRUM—Highly comfortable of everyday objects to create music in an amazing and ticket prices. 3, S Blok, 207, Osmaniye, Bakırköy. CADDEBOSTAN CULTURAL CENTRE—Opera Twins: popular songs including Sway and House Of The cinema complex packing 14 movie theatres. and highly visual show of music, dance and theatre. Aşk ve Tango, 14 Jan (8:30pm). Sisters Didem and Rising Sun. Nezih Yeşilnil Cinemascope, 30 Jan. T: 0212 466 6066. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). Borusan İstanbul Philharmonic Orchestra New ATLANTIS—Established in Cevahir Shopping Capitol Spectrum offers all latest foreign films. Sinem Balık sing dramatic, passionate songs to Yeşilnil takes unforgettable old movie music and Trump Towers Mall, Karkuyusu Sok. 19, Şişli. Year’s Concert, 9 Jan (8pm). Directed by Sascha Centre around an underwater city concept, this Capitol Shopping Centre, Mahir İz Cad. 3rd Floor, launch their new album, Aşk ve Tango. arranges it with his own jazz style to create a new T: 0212 216 2171. Off map. Goetzel and featuring soloist Çiğdem Soyarslan, entertainment centre promises a great time for 131, Altunizade. T: 0216 554 7770. Off map. www.ckm.gen.tr. Bağdat Cad. Haldun Taner Sok. flavour. www.nardisjazz.com. Kule Sok. 8, Galata. children of all ages with clowns, dance shows, Asian Side the orchestra performs music by Strauss and CINEMAXIMUM—Shows world-premiere films 11, Caddebostan. T: 0216 467 3600. Off map. T: 0212 244 6327. D5. a variety of rides and a bowling alley. Tue-Fri 12pm- Palladium, Barbaros Mah. Halk Cad. 8/B, as soon as they are released. Please check the 9pm, Sat-Sun 11am-9pm. www.atlantisclub.com.tr. Yeni Sahra, Kozyatağı. T: 0216 663 1500. FULYA SANAT—Şevki Karayel-Erman Türkili, 9 Jan TİM SHOW CENTER—Vivaldi Orkestra, 17, 18 Jan programme on their website. Off map. Büyükdere Cad. 22, Cevahir Shopping Centre, Şişli. , Fatih Cad. 1, Acıbadem, Kadıköy. (8pm). Noted for their magnificent balance of (9pm). The 25-woman Russian Academic Chamber www.cinemaximum.com.tr. T: 0212 380 1350. T: 0216 339 8585. piano and violin, the duo performs works of Turkish Orchestra plays a wide range of musical styles, Off map. [email protected] T: 0212 281 0142. Off map. and international composers. Intervarsity Jazz and from Baroque to contemporary songs. Todes: CINEMAPINK—Watch the latest films in comfortable European Side Classical Music Fesstival, 15 Jan (8pm). Bringing Attention, 24, 25 Jan (9pm). This theatrical dance Cinemas Astoria, Büyükdere Cad. Astoria Kuleleri 127, surroundings; please check programme on their together high school jazz and classical orchestras, company promises a thrilling performance with web site. www.cinemapink.com. T: 0212 583 0606. Cinemas in İstanbul regularly show foreign films in Esentepe. T: 0212 215 2727. Off map. the festival hosts students from schools around elegant costumes, original lighting and a rich Akmerkez, Nispetiye Cad. Etiler. T: 0212 282 0505. Akbank Sanat their original languages with Turkish subtitles. Films for Ataköy Plus, Adnan Kahveci Bulvarı, Ataköy 6. Europe. Burçin Büke, 16 Jan (8pm). Soprano choreography. Garfield Live Show Comedy Carousel, Halit Ziya Caroline Henderson, children, however, are usually dubbed in Turkish only with Kısım Ataköy, Bakırköy. T: 0212 661 8484. Off map. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). Simge Büyükedes performs Baroque arias and Festival, 29, 30 Jan (8pm). Laugh to the stories Uşaklıgil Cad. 1, K: 2, Bakırköy. T: 0212 570 0307. 7 Jan (8pm) few screenings in original language during the day. Capacity, Zeytinlik Mah. Fişekhane Cad. 7, lieder, accompanied by Büke on piano. Trio- of loveable comic strip cat Garfield and his Carousel, Halit Ziya Uşaklıgil Cad. 1, Please check programme in advance particularly for the Bakırköy. T: 0212 559 4949. Off map. Off map. Quintet Concert with Piano, 23 Jan (8pm). Violinist friend Odie in this musical performed by the latter. Fitaş, Beyoğlu, İstiklal Cad. 24, Beyoğlu. K: 2, Bakırköy. T: 0212 570 0307. Off map. Hakan Şensoy is accompanied by Münif Akalın Altınok Theatre. Büyükdere Cad. Derbent Mevkii T: 0212 251 2020. Metro City, Büyükdere Cad. 171, 1. Levent. on cello and Hande Dalkılıç on piano. (Darüşşafaka Kampüsü Yanı) Maslak, Sarıyer. ATAKÖY GALLERIA PRESTIGE—Nestled on the C5. Pehlivanlı T: 0212 344 0030. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). Viola-piano duo second floor of the Ataköy Galleria complex, the Forum İstanbul, Kocatepe Mah. Paşa Cad. Savona Duo, 30 Jan (8pm). T: 0212 286 6686. Off map. SF Blok, 106, Bayrampaşa. T: 0212 640 6633. NİŞANTAŞI CITYLIFE—This cinema boasts a unique Glinka performs works by challenging composers cinema shows latest films at its 15 theatres. TRUMP TOWERS MALL—Winx Club, 26 Jan, 29 Jan, Shopping Centre Map (p.18). concept on the 6th floor of City’s Shopping Centre including Brahms and Rachmaninov. Sahil Yolu, Galleria Shopping Centre, Bakırköy. 30 Jan, 31 Jan. Winx Club’s protagonists Bloom İstanbul Cevahir, Büyükdere Cad. 22/A, K:2, in Nişantaşı. After the movie, the fun continues in www.fulyasanat.org. Hakkı Yeten Cad. No:10, T: 0212 560 7266. Off map. and her five friends Stella, Flora, Tecna, Musa and Şişli. T: 0212 0 380 1515. Dikilitaş. T: 0212 215 6037. Off map. the foyer with its Bosphorus view. Off map. Laila present an entertaining evening of rock music BEYOĞLU ATLAS—Situated in the Atlas Arcade on İstinyePark, İstinye Bayırı Cad. 73, www.citylifecinema.com. Teşvikiye Cad. 162, HAYAL KAHVESİ BEYOĞLU—(all performances İstiklal Street, this is one of the most nostalgic www.trumpistanbul.com.tr. Karkuyusu Sok. 19, Şişli. Sarıyer. T: 0212 345 62 45-49. City’s Shopping Centre, Nişantaşı. 10.30pm unless stated otherwise). cinemas in İstanbul. The historic venue has three Frapan, 2 T: 0212 348 7867. Off map. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). T: 0212 373 3535. A6.

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Modern Meyhaneler cuisine followed by colorful coctails like Lifeguard and Pink Bikini served when the music starts. Daily AHESTE—This warm, retro-style restaurant offers 10am-1pm. www.360istanbul.com. Suada Club, 20 different mezes from Turkey, Iran, Armenia Kuruçeşme Park, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 2636623. Off map. and Greece, including favourites such as calamari with hummus, sweetbreads and artichoke confite. ANJELIQUE—Three-storey venue overlooking the There are live jazz performances to enhance the Bosphorus, a mix of restaurant, club and bar. The evening. Mon-Thu 11am-1am, Fri-Sun11am-1am. sea-level floor offers the exotic flavours of www.ahestegalata.com. Hacı Mimi Mah. Serdar-ı East Asia, while the middle and top floors serve Ekrem Cad. 30A, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 245 4345. C5. fine French dishes. Different music on each floor, sometimes by well-known DJs. Daily 5pm-4am. DUBLE MEZE BAR—Duble is on the terrace of a www.istanbuldoors.com. Muallim Naci Cad. building given to the Italian musician Giuseppe Salhane Sok. 10, Ortaköy. T: 0212 327 2844. A9. Donizetti, as a gift by Sultan Abdülmecit. The menu specialises in mezes made with seasonal ARABESQUE—Presenting a new twist on the typical vegetables and seafood. Wed, Fri and Sat nights Lebanese restaurant with its predictable hummus, are livened up by the music of DJ Aslı Köse. belly dancers and oriental glitz, Arabesque Daily 7pm-2am. www.dublemezebar.com. successfully combines the oriental spirit with Meşrutiyet Cad. 55, Palazzo Donizetti, Pera, contemporary nightlife. With walls decorated by Beyoğlu. T: 0212 244 0188. C5. famous Beirut graffiti artist Yahya Muhakkin. Daily 8pm-2am Taşkışla Cad. 19, Demokrasi Parkı SIDIKA—With its quiet music and simple, wooden Yanı, Maçka. T: 0212 231 0356. B6. interior, Sıdıka’s menu is inspired by healthy Aegean cuisine. There’s special focus on the BABYLON—Enjoy concerts, extensive menu, cocktail cuisine of Cunda, an island across from the town pitchers, electro, house, chill out and world of Ayvalık, settled by immigrants from Crete. Try music. Daily 8pm-4am. www.babylon.com.tr. the special shrimp and sea bream mezes. Mon-Sat Asmalımescit, Şehbender Sok. 3, Beyoğlu. 5pm-12am. www.sidika.com.tr. Şair Nedim Cad. T: 0212 292 7368. C5. 38, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 259 7232. A7 / B7. BABYLON LOUNGE—One of New York’s most İş Sanat cutting edge music venues, Babylon Lounge is Luisa Sobral, 24 Jan (8pm), p.45 Nightlife a place where young musicians create, discuss, meet the masters, and develop new ideas and 29 FOOD BAR—Ulus 29 Lounge’s new reincarnation, CHOICE—World cuisine, private parties, breakfasts 29 Food Bar maintains its impressive elegance projects.With its own unique musical scene, its and evening events combine with Thursday DJ with its stylish décor and objects d’art. Must-tries stage is open to anyone and everyone making spots by Serhan Sabanlar for elegant, high quality good music. Mon-Sat 10pm-2am. include their asparagus tempura and Peking duck entertainment. Don’t miss the Vodka Candy, and roll; they also make a mean Bloody Mary. Daily www.babylon.com.tr. Jurnal Sok. 4, Asmalımescit. the sautéed tuna appetizer. Mon-Thu 11pm-4am; 12pm-2am. www.group-29.com. Kuruçeşme Mah. T: 0212 245 3800. C5. Fri & Sat 11am-4am; Sun 11am-4am. 1, Bebek. T: 0212 265 6181. Off map. BILLIONAIRE CLUB—After a storming start in www.choice.com.tr. Bebek Mah. Küçük Bebek Cad. Top Dance Spot Sardinia, and making its mark in Monaco, exciting 10, Bebek. T: 0212 287 7474. Off map. Pop has long been one of İstanbul’s top nightspots. Located in NuPera’s historic building, Pop plays top 360istanbul Suada Club—360istanbul offers its own special tastes and coctail drinks in a warm İstanbul is the next chosen venue for the Billionaire CORRIDOR—This dark and intimate bar located in hits from the 80s to the present day, where you can dance until dawn as you enjoy the music, view and ambiance under its tropical, full of life atmosphere Club. Laid out on several levels, the club features the deepest corner of the Milli Reasürans Çarşısı see-through VIP areas overlooking the dance floor. delicious cocktails. Enjoy R&B and hip hop sounds on Wednesday nights (p. 49). coupled with the great views of the Bosphorus. (market) hosts art shows and photographic Dominated with turquoise and white colors, the Fri-Sat 11pm-4am. Edition Hotel, Büyükdere Cad. exhibitions. House music during weekdays venue greets its hosts with the best of world 136, Levent. T: 0212 317 7797. Off map. changes to 80s tunes later in the evening; BIRD—Unique flavours from world cuisines is served alternative rock and popular hits from the 80s and DUAYEN MEYHANE —Examples of 19th-century classical music for a classic Istanbul evening out. up in a warm atmosphere dominated by music 90s dominate the sounds during weekends. Mon- Meyhane&Fasıl İstanbul cuisine and a wide selection of mezes are www.garibaldi.com.tr. Mon-Sat 10am -1am. Nardis Jazz Club Okay Temiz, from the 50s and 60s. The menu here features Sat 5pm-1.30am. Milli Reasürans Çarşısı, 47-48, A meyhane is a special Turkish tavern-style restaurant with just the beginning at Duayen. The evening starts Perukar Çıkmazı 3, İstiklal Cad. Beyoğlu. 6 Jan (9.30pm), p.45 mostly meat dishes with impressive portions, such Abdi İpekçi Cad. Nişantaşı. T: 0212 343 0241. A6. a menu focusing on grilled meat and fish. In the old days, with Italian, French and instrumental İstanbul T: 0535 719 0343. C5. as steak tartare and green curries, with their own were mostly the realm of men but nowadays songs; then moving on to Greek and Turkish songs ÇİÇEK BAR—One of the oldest bars in Beyoğlu, this KALAMATA MEYHANE—Sortie’s Tavern took its new specials cocktails. Mon-Sat 11am-2pm. everyone is welcome. What sets the meyhanes apart from from the 80s and 90s as the night progresses. spot is especially popular with artists. Located name after its relocation to Akaretler. Its warm www.bird.com.tr. Meşrutiyet Cad. 103, Şişhane, other Turkish restaurants is the central presence of rakı, Daily 6pm-1am. Halaskargazi Cad. Tavukçu Fethi in a single-storey villa, it is famous for its food, atmosphere and simple interior become even Beyoğlu. T: 0212 245 7085. a dry Turkish version of the anisette drink that appears Sok. 28/B, Şişli. T: 0212 240 1100. C4. including grilled meatballs, white bean stew more inviting with live music performances five around most of the Mediterranean. BLEU LOUNGE & GRILL—With a Bosphorus view with meat and grilled meat on skewers. A classic ELMADAĞ MEYHANESİ—Keeping traditional days a week. The venue is run by one of the few The rakı is inevitably accompanied by an array of and comfortable ambience, Bleu serves special İstanbul nightspot with painting, photography, meyhane culture alive, this serves a selection of female tavern owners in Turkey, Beyza Gürbüzer, tapas-like starters called mezes, which may include a cocktails and gourmet flavours all day long. In jewellery and caricature exhibitions, plus live traditional Turkish, Greek and Armenian mezes, who also prepares the mezes herself. Tue-Sat few favourites like thick yoghurt with garlic and mint, addition, they feature a different style of live music music on Tue, Wed & Sat, Daily 10pm-2am. and almost certainly something you haven’t tried 9pm-1am. Süleyman Seba Cad. Sıraevler 45, white cheese, smoky aubergine dip, beans in olive oil and every day of the week. Daily 10am-2am. www.cicekbar.com. Sıraselviler Cad. Billurcu Sok. before. Every Friday and Saturday a live band plays Akaretler, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 258 8788. B7. marinated anchovies. At some restaurants you may also www.ritzcarlton.com. Ritz Carlton, İstanbul, 25, Taksim. T: 0212 244 2619. C5. old classical Turkish favourites as well as modern have the choice of 50 varieties, with their own creations. LATİFE HANIM MEYHANESİ—This meyhane with Askerocağı Cad. 6, Şişli. T: 0212 334 4188. popular songs. Mon-Thu 6:30pm-12am. Fri & B6. ÇUBUKLU 29—Overlooking the Bosphorus, Çubuklu You can choose just a few as appetizers before a main its ‘Republican’ theme is full of photographs of Sat 6:30pm-1am. www.elmadagmeyhanesi.com. BRONX—This venue generally features live 29 occupies a spacious building illuminated by dish, or, as many do, forego the main and make an entire Atatürk and modern women of the new Turkish Cumhuriyet Cad. Pak Apt. 30/A, Elmadağ, Taksim. performances from rock bands. Highly popular lanterns. In addition to its pool open during the meal of mezes to share. If rakı isn’t your style, try a Turkish Republic, with Turkish classical songs playing T: 0212 241 0320. B6. among people from all ages and groups. Fri&Sat day. Tandoori lamb, pilaf with almonds and grilled wine, or beer. Rakı is only a drink to enjoy with a meal, round the clock. The meze selection is quite varied; 9pm-4am. www.istanbulbronx.com. İstiklal Cad. meatballs are just some of the specialties on offer. rather than a drink in a bar – it’s stronger than you think! GALATA MEYHANESİ—This meyhane serves both make sure to sample the topik and lakerda. Terkos Çıkmazı 8/1, Beyoğlu. T: 0531 384 80 80. Daily 6pm-3am. www.cubuklu29.com. the flavours of Turkish cuisine as well as fasıl music, Daily L&D. www.latifehanim.com. İstiklal Cad. C5. Also common at meyhanes is fasıl music, a classical Barbaros Cad.Paşabahçe Yolu 22, Çubuklu. Turkish style of music performed mainly by Gypsy with a four-member group including violin, kanun, Bekar Sok. 22/A, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 293 0068. C5. CHILAI—Located directly on the Bosphorus, the T: 0216 322 2829. Off map. oud and drum providing a quintessentially Turkish venue brings a breath of fresh air to İstanbul’s musicians in their own lively style. The wandering groups SAFİ MEYHANE—This modern meyhane in Şişhane atmosphere. Mon-Sat 7.30pm-1am. nightlife with its unusual contemporary décor GARAJİSTANBUL—A contemporary performance will play at your table for a tip, and keep playing for as serves meze in the bar as well as the dining room. www.galata.com.tr. Orhan Apaydın Sok. 5/A, İstiklal and bold dishes prepared by renowned chefs. arts centre located in Beyoğlu, staging a variety long as you keep tipping. You can find many meyhanes in Home-style dishes feature for lunch, and the mezes Cad. Beyoğlu. T: 0212 293 1139. The three-floor dining complex includes a sushi of performances inc theatre, dance, festivals, Beyoğlu’s Asmalımescit neighbourhood, well as Nevizade C5. include new flavours plus the venerable classics. bar, bistro, lounge, bar, dining room, pastry shop, exhibitions, and concerts. Daily 8:30pm-2am. Sokak behind the Flower Passage. The Kumkapı district, GARİBALDİ MEYHANESİ—Named after Giuseppe Music ranges from 70s and 80s Turkish pop and charcuterie and art gallery. www.garajistanbul.org. Tomtom Mah. near Sultanahmet, has dozens clustered on its cobbled Garibaldi, this Beyoğlu meyhane serves a rich classical. www.safimeyhane.com. Meşrutiyet Cad. streets. www.chilai.com.tr. Cevdet Paşa Cad. 60, Bebek. Yeni Çarşı Cad. Kaymakam Reşat Bey Sok. 11/A, selection of Turkish mezes and features a fine 84, Şişhane. T: 0530 240 4908. C4. T: 0212 263 6315. Galatasaray, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 244 4499. C5. group of musicians playing the best of Turkish Off map.

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GHETTO—Located in a renovated historical building, unique flavors. A relaxing, special club. Mon-Thu POP—This venue in Nupera has something to suite with belly-dancing, followed by folk dances and themes through the week: Tuesday nights with Asu Ghetto is particularly popular for its local and 12pm-12am, Fri, Sat 2pm-2am. Asmalımescit, every taste, playing the top hits from the 80s to the a harem show. Ottoman Cuisine. Daily 9am-5am. Maro, selections from classical, opera and famous foreign live performances, concerts, after-hour Müeyyet Sok. 5, Tünel. T: 0212 245 5743. C5. present. With its informal atmosphere and great www.sultanasb-nights.com. Cumhuriyet Cad. musicals by Güvenç Dağüstün on Wednesdays. parties, electronic, drum & bass, chill out, funk, selection of drinks, Pop has become one of the 40/D, Elmadağ. T: 0212 219 3904. Daily 4pm-4am. Gönül Sok. Canova Apartmanı LUCCA—Spacious restaurant-bar with ample B6. jazz, indie and ethnic music. www.ghettoist.net. most popular gathering spots in Pera. Wed, Fri, Sat 14/A, Asmalımescit. T: 0212 249 2697. armchairs, long wooden tables and a high ceiling, SUPPER CLUB—Part of a chain launched in C4. Daily 10am-7pm, organization time: 7pm-3am. 12am-4am. www.nupera.com.tr. Meşrutiyet Cad. serving as a café until 7pm, after which the menu Amsterdam, this nightclub offers electronic, chill SCOTCH DISCO—With a 20-year history, this venue Kalyoncu Kulluk Cad. Hüseyin Ağa Mah. 10, 67, Tepebaşı. T: 0212 245 6070. offers a blend of world cuisines and the DJ C4. out, funk and house music, and an alternative offers Turkish music and DJs, offering the unique Beyoğlu. T: 0212 251 7501 . C5. performance takes over. This is one of İstanbul’s PROPAGANDA—Propaganda, with its stylish menu. Daily 8:30pm-5am. www.supperclub.com. experience of the music halls of the 1980s. Serves GOLD BAR—Gold Bar has a brilliant, six-metre most popular bars, and popular with the after-work interior by Spanish architect David Garcia, Muallim Naci Cad. 65, Ortaköy. beer and fresh popcorn. Daily 10:30pm-5am. long aquarium. The main area, available for small crowd. Daily 9am-2am. www.luccastyle.com. lives up spectacularly to its motto: ‘good food, T: 0212 261 1988. A9. www.scotchclub.com.tr. Mim Kemal Öke Cad. 29/1, parties, is flanked by a comfortable seating area Cevdet Paşa Cad. 51/B, Bebek. T: 0212 257 1255. good music’. It boasts a delicious selection of Nişantaşı. T: 0212 246 5696. UNTER, KARAKÖY—Unter’s ground floor is a café, A6. with low sofas. This welcoming venue also features international dishes, live music on weeknights and Off map. the next is a lounge, and the top floor a party SESS—This nightclub in Kuruçeşme will change a lush green terrace, a perfect place to take a DJ performances on weekends. Daily 11am-3am. MEMBERS İSTANBUL—An impressive-looking space. Caipiroska cocktail with Jaegermeister, the way you think about nightlife. With wide, pleasant break from the bustle of city life. Daily İstiklal Cad, Suriye Pasajı, 166/10, Beyoğlu. Bosphorus nightspot, the excellent DJs play mostly and the long relaxed Sunday breakfasts. Private comfortable booths and showy décor, it creates 9am-2am. Every Wed&Fri 7pm-11pm Lounge / Chill T: 0212 252 7181. Turkish hits, with the fun continuing until the first C5. overnight parties with music by DJs promise the perfect backdrop for the best Turkish hits from Out DJ sessions. www.editionhotels.com. arrival of dawn. Tue-Sat 10pm-4am. Muallim Naci PUBLIC HOUSE—This cosy pub is ideally equipped great entertainment until dawn. Tue-Thu 11am- the 70s, 80s and 90s. Daily 10pm-4am. The İstanbul Edition Hotel, Büyükdere Cad. 136, Cad. 71, Ortaköy. T: 0212 236 7357. Off map. to host parties and other special events. The cold 12am, Fri 11am-2am, Sat 9am-2am, Sun 9am-8pm. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Azer İş Hanı 40, Teşvikiye. Levent. T: 0212 317 7700. Off map. and hot snacks, shots and pitcher cocktails are www.unter.com.tr. Kemankeş, Karaali Kaptan Sok. T: 0534 960 3909. Akbank Sanat, MİNİMÜZİKHOL—If you’re out to avoid ‘subculture’, A6. HAYAL KAHVESİ—This popular venue hosts live Julia Hülsmann delicious. Daily 8am-2am. Asmalımescit Mah. 9, 4, Karaköy, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 244 5151. set your own trend and dance to world music, local D5. ŞAMDAN ETİLER—Offering a magnificent interior performances by different bands every night. Quartet, 31 Jan Beyoğlu. T: 0534 211 6062. C4. sounds and electronic beats, then check out this WAN-NA POP—Far Eastern restaurant and nightclub and selections from world cuisines, Şamdan www.hayalkahvesibeyoglu.com.tr. Hayal Kahvesi (8pm), p.45 new spot in hip Cihangir. DJ performances, special Wan-na Pop, one of İstanbul’s classiest and most turns into a popular entertainment spot at night. Beyoğlu, Daily 4pm-4am. İstiklal Cad. Meşelik Sok. events and a very unique atmosphere, created popular nightspots, it is especially popular on The evening starts with soft chansons, replaced 10, Taksim. T: 0212 244 2558. Hayal Kahvesi p.47 C5. 2am. www.jjistanbul.com. İstiklal Cad. Balo Sok. 22, thanks to its unusual decor. 11pm-4am. Bird, Friday nights with its DJ music. Daily D&N. by disco hits as the night progresses. Daily 8:30pm- Çubuklu, Daily 4pm-4am. There are 2 restaurants; Beyoğlu. T: 0212 249 0749. C5. www.minimuzikhol.com. Sıraselviler Cad. www.istanbuldoors.com. Büyükdere Cad. 185, 5am. www.etilersamdan.com. Nispetiye Cad. 92, Tapas and İstanbul Balık. KİKİ—Cocktails made with homemade syrups, a Soğancı Sok. 7, Cihangir. T: 0212 245 1996. C5. Kanyon Shopping Centre 206, Levent. Etiler. Office: İhsan Aksoy Sok. 5/8, Çamlık, Etiler. www.hayalkahvesibeyoglu.com. comfortable environment and great music come T: 0212 353 1180. Shopping Centre Map (p.16). T: 0212 257 3042. Off map. Burunbahçe, Eski Gazhane Binaları, Çubuklu. MOJO—Just off İstiklal Caddesi and much together at this gastropub featuring Italian, T: 0216 413 6880. Off map. frequented by artists and writers, Mojo is loved W LOUNGE—One of the trendiest spots in İstanbul, ZILLY PERA—Falling somewhere in between a Spanish and world cuisine. DJs play every night. for its alternative rock, jazz, ethnic and rock music hosting a multitude of parties accompanied by fine disco and nightclub, Zilly is one of Istanbul’s most Hodjapasha Culture Center—This cultural Tue-Thu 5pm-1am, Fri & Sat 5pm-5am, Sun as well as live music by local and foreign bands on music. Extensive menu, stylish decoration and popular music spots. Sporting a 70s atmosphere, centre located in the historic Hocapaşa Hamam 5pm-midnight. www.kiki.com.tr. Kiki Sıraselviler: Mon-Sat 10pm-4am. Daily 12am-4am. ambiance. Tue-Sat 24 hours. www.wistanbul.com.tr. Zilly keeps the fun going until dawn with old presents an ever-changing series of exhibitions Sıraselviler Cad. 42, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 243 5373. C5. www.mojomusic.org. Büyükparmakkapı Sok. 26, Süleyman Seba Cad. 22, Akaretler, Beşiktaş. and new Turkish songs. Tue-Sat 11pm-4:30am. and performances, presenting the finest examples Kiki Ortaköy: Osmanzade Sok. 8, Ortaköy. Beyoğlu. T: 0212 243 2927. C5. T: 0212 381 2121. B7. Meşrutiyet Cad. 69, Beyoğlu. T: 0533 575 3397. C4. of Turkish culture. The brick and stone building T: 0212 258 5524. Off map. with its high central dome hosts many fascinating NARDIS JAZZ CLUB—A true jazz club for real local ZARİFİ RESTAURANT—Prepared daily, menus feature LE FUMOIR PAVILLION—This bar in the Çırağan events including the Mevlevi Sema Ceremony jazz fans, with live music every night playing 80 selections from the best of Armenian, Greek, Wine Bars Palace Kempinski İstanbul boasts a splendid view (Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat & Sun 7.30pm) and the Hodja modern, ethnic and creative non-jazz works. Jewish, Arab, Turkish and Levantine cuisines. ROUGE—Located near Taksim Square, this classic directly onto the Bosphorus. With palm trees, Dance Show (Tue & Thur 8pm, Sat & Sun Extensive menu inc finger food, steak and chicken The restaurant is also known for its wide range of wine bar has over 260 Turkish and foreign wines, water pipe service and comfortable seating, the 9pm) performed by the Hocapaşa Dance Team. plus salads and desserts. Mon-Thu 8:30am- ROXY—A classic of the bohemian Cihangir district in music, from old İstanbul songs to Sephardic, Greek accompanied by local cheeses, appetizers and venue exudes a romantic atmosphere, where www.hodjapasha.com. Ankara Cad. Hocapaşa 12:30pm, Fri&Sat 8:30am-1:30am. winter, this nightclub features live, electronic, pop, and jazz music. Daily 7:30pm-4am. www.zarifi.com.tr. main courses. Pleasant atmosphere, with walls you can sip on premium cognacs, malt whiskies, Hamamı Sok. 3B, Sirkeci. T: 0212 511 4626/4636. E5. www.nardisjazz.com. Kule Sok. 8, Galata. techno and underground music. Its Sex on the Çukurlu Çeşme Sok. 13, Sıraselviler, Beyoğlu. filled with art. Daily 10am-2am. Lamartin Cad. 11/3, exclusive wines, champagnes, and cocktails. T: 0212 244 6327. D5. Beach cocktail is famous. Thu-Sat 10pm-4am. T: 0212 293 5480. C5. ICEBAR—The İstanbul branch of the world-famous Taksim. T: 0212 237 0190. B6. Daily 7/24. www.kempinski.com. Çırağan Cad. 32, www.roxy.com.tr. Sıraselviler Cad. Aslan Yatağı Ice Bar promises a one-of-a-kind evening. True Beşiktaş. T: 0212 326 4646. Off map. nomads—At Nomads, dishes are served with pita SENSUS WINE & CHEESE BOUTIQUE—Owned by Sok. 1/3, Taksim. T: 0212 249 1283. C5. to its name, it features a gigantic ice bar, ice DJ bread on large brass trays, accompanied by DJ Turkish Music the Anemon Hotels, Sensus doubles as a wine LİMONCELLO—Named after the famous Italian cabin, fur-covered seating, and special cocktails Hakan’s sublime mix of Arab and Western music. SOFYALI 9—Very popular two-storey restaurant with CAHİDE CÜMBÜŞ—Guests are given different and cheese shop. Close to the historic Galata liqueur, this exclusive boutique nightspot boasts by Ice Girls. Daily 5pm-10pm. www.icebarist.com. With a bright, airy garden surrounded by alcoves the atmosphere of an Aegean-Mediterranean J&B keys with designs based on the concept of Tower, this typical wine bar boasts exclusively local colourful furniture under lemon trees, fresh Windowist Tower, Eski Büyükdere Cad. 26, Maslak. with pillows and couches, and Bosphorus views taverna. Greek music and cuisine including a each room at Cahide, which takes a very unique cheeses and wines. Daily 10am-10pm. fruit cocktails, and performances by top name T: 0212 214 7000. Off map. from the top floor. Tue-Sat; 8pm-2am. choice of 33 meze (appetizers). Mon-Sat 12pm- approach to entertainment. Bellboys take guests www.sensuswine.com. Anemon Hotel Galata, DJs. Tue-Sat 10pm-2am. www.limoncello.com.tr. www.nomads.nl. Muallim Naci Cad. 65, Ortaköy. 1am. www.sofyali.com. Asmalımescit, Sofyalı Sok. and their luggage to the selected rooms. Fairy tale Bereketzade, Büyükhendek Cad. 5, Kuledibi. INDIGO—Known as a temple of electronic music, Süleyman Seba Cad. 34, Akaretler, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 258 0777. A9. 9, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 245 0362. C5. characters approach in an erotic and humorous T: 0212 245 5657. D4. this club offers a vibrant programme based on T: 0212 258 9822. B7. alternative and electronic music, with new sounds NUBLU İSTANBUL—One of New York’s most cutting SORTIE—Sortie is home to a host of restaurants, way. In the wee hours, Cahide’s show team LOKAL—Located in the relative peace of Tünel, this and reflecting the developments in the world of edge music venues, Nublu is a place where young each with a different speciality, inc Sortie Restoran, presents a wet dance performance under a shower. venue features a menu of Indian and Thai dishes music. Wed, Fri, Sat 11pm-5am. musicians create, discuss, meet the masters, and Fishmekan, Venge, Al Mahara, Niwa, Cafe de Daily 7pm-2am. Kadırgalar Cad. Maçka Demokrasi Hayal Kahvesi fortified with Iranian herbs to create new and www.livingindigo.com. İstiklal Cad. Akarsu Sok. develop new ideas and projects. Mon-Sat 10pm- Paris, Fratelli la Bufala, Rodizio and more. Sortie Parkı içi 2, Maçka. T: 0532 513 7789. B6. Beyoğlu Aylin Aslım, Mısır Apt. 1/2/4/5, Galatasaray. 2am. www.nubluistanbul.net. Voyvoda Cad. 2/1, welcomes its guests with Turkish music on CLUB ALBÜM—Turkish pop parties every night, at 24 Jan (10.30pm), Karaköy Meydanı, Karaköy. Wednesdays and R&B on Sunday nights. Daily T: 0212 244 8568. C5. Indigo, this nightspot overlooking the Bosphorus, are p.45 Ben Pearce & T: 0212 249 7712 C5. 6pm-4am. www.sortie.com.tr. Muallim Naci Cad. İSTANBUL JAZZ CENTER—The centre of İstanbul’s followed by live percussion and dance shows. Homework, 54, Kuruçeşme. 54 T: 0212 327 8585. NUPERA— Off map. The deluxe drink menu serves a host of original, jazz scene, this venue hosts world-renowned 4 Jan (11.30pm), Launched in 2001 in the 200 year-old tempting cocktails. Daily 11pm-5am. musicians as well as select local performers. p.45 Passage de Petit Champs, Nupera houses a variety SUADA CLUB—İstanbul residents and visitors It offers a real jazz club experience with its elegant of restaurants, a bar and private club with an alike take refuge from the heat of summer in the Muallim Naci Cad. 71, Kuruçeşme. atmosphere, selective menu, extensive wine cellar, open terrace during the summer – something for soft Bosphorus breeze sweeping the pool and T: 0212 236 7256.Off map. and breathtaking view of its summer terrace, everyone. Daily 12am-11pm. Fri&Sat 12am-4am. restaurants of Suada Club. Easily accessible HİTTAERA—Playing Turkish songs from past to harmoniously combining the best of music www.nupera.com.tr. Meşrutiyet Cad. 67, Tepebaşı, thanks to its central location in the city, and present, this venue hosts prominent DJs, plus top and good taste. Tue-Sat 9:30pm-12:30am. Beyoğlu. T: 0212 245 6070. C4. housing six restaurants, Suada Club is sure be cocktails and nonstop entertainment. Tue-Sat www.istanbuljazz.com. Çırağan Cad. Salhane Sok. a hot spot this year as well. An ideal spot for an ORIENT BAR—Breakfast, Turkish and Mediterranean 11:30pm-4am. Meşrutiyet Cad. 89/A, across from aperitif after work, the middle bar of Suada Club 10, Ortaköy. T: 0212 327 5050. A9. treats and a wide variety of snack dishes served the Pera Palas Hotel, Asmalımescit, Beyoğlu. entertains its guests throughout the summer JOLLY JOKER İSTANBUL—With its fine acoustics and on an elegant. The meals are complemented by T: 0536 594 1139. C4. with live performances. www.suadaclub.com.tr. infrastructure, this is a groundbreaking venue in original cocktails plus domestic and foreign wines OFF PERA—A popular venue for musicians and Kuruçeşme. T: 0212 263 7300. Off map. sound quality in Turkey. Among the many genres served all day. Daily 10pm-2am. actors, Off Pera provides a nonstop programme performed are live electronic, acoustic, funk, pop, www.jumeirah.com. Pera Palace Hotel Jumeriah, SUlTANA’S 1001 NIGHTS SHOW—Venue offering of Turkish music. This pop spot in Beyoğlu’s rock, hip hop, house and techno. Daily 9:30pm- Meşrutiyet Cad. 52, Tepebaşı, Beyoğlu. authentic Turkish themed shows. Tables surround Asmalımescit neighbourhood holds different T: 0212 3774000. C4. a raised centre stage, featuring shows that begin

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received huge positive response from the public. century Ottoman architecture. It consists of three the many civilizations that have left their marks Daily 10am-8pm. www.istanbulakvaryum.com. main buildings constructed in between 1880 and upon history. It is also the first museum founded Şenlikköy Mah. Yeşilköy Halkalı Cad. 93, Florya. 1898, located in a garden surrounded by high in Turkey, and considered one of the ten foremost T: 0212 444 9744. Off map. walls. Its last two sections were constructed to host of its kind in the world. It is actually three different The Conquest in 360º Kaiser Wilhelm II during his visit to İstanbul. museums under the same administration: The JURASSIC LAND— Jurassic Land invites you to The Panorama 1453 History Museum recreates Sultan Daily except Mon-Thu 9:30am-4pm. Archaeological Museum, the Ancient Orient discover the world of the dinosaurs, where these www.millisaraylar.gov.tr. Museum (Eski Şark Eserleri Müzesi) and Mehmet II’s (Mehmet the Conqueror) conquest of most magnificent creatures – the last of which Admission fee: TL 10. Palanga Cad. 53, Yıldız, Beşiktaş. Museum (Çinili Köşk Müzesi), which together form died out 65 million years ago – come back to life. T: 0212 259 8977. an outstanding attraction in the city. , complete with the sounds of cannons, the Designed in an ‘edutainment’ concept combining A8. www.istanbularkeoloji.gov.tr. Tue-Sun 9am-4pm. fun and education. Daily 10am-8pm. Museum Pass Mehter band and whinnying of horses. Located in Topkapı Museum Pass Point (10% Advantage Point (%20 discount on tickets) Museums Admission fee: TL 15. park, just outside the very walls that the Ottoman forces discount at the Shop and Café.) Cankurtaran www.jurassicland.com.tr. Forum İstanbul, Kocatepe ADAM MICKIEWICZ MUSEUM—Residence of one of Mah., Alemdar Cad Osman Hamdi Bey Yokuşu, Mah. Paşa Cad. Bayrampaşa. T: 0212 640 8088. Poland’s three national poets, who came to Turkey breached, the museum gives a realistic three-dimensional Sultanahmet. T: 0212 520 7740. E5. Shopping Centre Map (p.18). during the Crimean War to organize the Polish effect even though it is indoors. The panoramic scene İSTANBUL MUSEUM OF MODERN ART—Non-profit KILIÇ ALİ PAŞA MOSQUE—This mosque, designed troops on the allied side. Tue-Sun 9am-4:30pm. cultural institution offering exhibitions and events contains 100,000 figure drawings and paintings by eight by Mimar Sinan, resembles a small Hagia Sophia, Admission free. Serdar Ömer Cad. Tatlı Badem held with the support of private individuals, and is adorned with famous Iznik tiles of the Sok. 17, Dolapdere. T: 0212 237 2545. B5. different artists (p. 52). institutions and establishments as well as local period. It also includes a külliye, or complex AŞİYAN MUSEUM—Residence of prominent poet governments through joint projects. Tue-Sun consisting of a Turkish bath, a tomb and a and writer Tevfik Fikret. Personal belongings 10am-6pm, Thu 10am-8pm. madrassah. Tophane, Beyoğlu. D5. of Tevfik Fikret and Abdülhak Hamid as well as Admission fee: TL 14. www.istanbulmodern.org. MAIDEN’S TOWER (KIZ KULESİ)— Built on a small photographs and belongings of other prominent Meclisi Mebusan Cad. Liman İşletmeleri Müd. members of the Edebiyat-ı Cedide literary Bosphorus islet off the coast of Üsküdar, the Antrepo 4, Karaköy. T: 0212 334 7300. D5. Maiden’s Tower has been in the centre of many movement. Free of charge. Tue-Sat 9am-4pm. İSTANBUL RAILWAY MUSEUM—This collection of myths. According to one, it was built by an Bebek, Aşiyan Yolu 15. T: 0212 263 6986. Off map. 300 rail-related items explores all aspects of the emperor to protect his daughter who he saw die MUSEUM (BEYLERBEYİ SARAYI Turkish Railways, including items from the original of snakebite in a dream. The effort proved futile MÜZESİ)—Built by architect Serkis Balyan during Orient Express. Tue-Sat 9am-5pm. Sirkeci Train as the snake hid itself in a fruit basket and bit the reign of Sultan Abdülaziz (1861-1865), this Station, Eminönü. T: 0212 520 6575. E5. her anyway. Having served as a customshouse, replaced the previous wooden waterfront palace. watchtower, lighthouse, radar station, and Previously it was generally used in summers, Museum for the History of Science and warehouse throughout its 2,500-year history, it particularly to host foreign heads of state including Technology in Islam (İstanbul İslam also marked the entrance of the Bosphorus. The the Prince of Serbia, King of Montenegro, Shah Bİlİm ve Teknolojİ Tarİhİ Müzesİ)—This foundations and most of the lower storey of the of Iran and French Empress Eugenie. Garden museum displays modern copies of inventions tower were built during the reign of Mehmet II, contains a cafeteria and sales booths. Daily except and discoveries by Muslim scholars which were and it took its final shape during the reign of Mon&Thu 9am-4pm. Admission fee: TL 20. used for centuries but largely forgotten. The Mahmut II. Daily 9am-00:30am. Museum cafe 9am- Abdullahağa Cad. Beylerbeyi, Üsküdar. displays illustrate clearly how works of Islamic 6:45pm. Live music-dinner (Reservations required) T: 0216 321 9320. Off map. science in areas including astronomy, geography, 8:15pm-12:30am. Museum Pass Advantage Point mathematics, optics, medicine, chemistry, (25% off adult tickets and 20% discount on Breakfast/ CHORA MUSEUM (KARİYE MÜZESİ)—First built technology and architecture were discovered, Lunch/Dinner/Brunch purchases) as part of a monastery in 534, this is the only reached Europe via various routes, and gradually remaining structure from a larger complex. Since www.kizkulesi.com.tr. Salacak Mevkii, Üsküdar. D7. absorbed into those cultures. Museum Pass Point its construction, it has seen major renovations Gülhane Parkı İçi, Eminönü, Fatih. MİNİATÜRK—Covering an area of 60,000 square in the 11th and 14th centuries. The modern www.ibttm.org. T: 0212 528 8065. E5. metres, Miniatürk is the largest model park in the building consists mostly of the portions renovated world, displaying 105 1/25 scale models of major during the Ottoman and Republican periods. Its MUSTAFA KEMAL MUSEUM—This three-storey as Atatürk’s residence during the early Republican except Tuesdays. Museum Pass Point structures in the Turkish and former Ottoman magnificent mosaics and frescos are among the house in the Akaretler Row Houses, where the Attractions Period and hosted many high level foreign guests www.rumievlevi.com.tr. Galip Dede Cad. 22, region. Open daily between 09:00 am and 17:30 finest examples of Byzantiane art. Daily except founder of the Turkish Republic Mustafa Kemal BASILICA CISTERN (YEREBATAN SARNICI)—The before being converted into a museum. Daily open Beyoğlu. T: 0212 252 0773. D5. pm Admission fee: TL 10. www.miniaturk.com.tr. Wed 9am-6pm. Admission fee: TL 15. Atatürk stayed frequently between 1912 and 1919, largest covered cistern in İstanbul, named after except Mon&Thu 9am-3pm. Admission fee: TL Borsa Durağı Mevkii. İmrahor Cad. Sütlüce. Museum Pass Point Ayvansaray Mah. was also the residence of his mother Zübeyde a basilica once located nearby. Built during the 40. www.dolmabahce.gov.tr. Dolmabahçe Cad. HAGIA IRENE MUSEUM—Located in the outer T: 0212 222 2882. Off map. Kariye Camii Sok. 26, Edirnekapı, Fatih. Hanım, his sister Makbule Atadan and his adopted reign of Justinian I (527-565) to provide water for Beşiktaş. T: 0212 236 9000. B7. courtyard of the Topkapı Palace, Hagia Irene T: 0212 631 9241. son, Abdurrahim Tunçak. Now a museum neighbouring palaces. 143m long, 65m wide, is a Byzantine structure dating back to the SAPPHIRE— A hot destination since the day it C2. GALATA TOWER (GALATA KULESİ)—Located in the displaying Atatürk’s belongings and historical with a total area of 9,800 square metres. Open daily 4th century. It is the second largest Byzantine opened, Sapphire’s observation deck offers a DOĞANÇAY MUSEUM—Housed in an historical Galata district, it was built in 1348 by the Genoese items from the time. Süleyman Seba Cad. between 09:00 am and 17:00 pm church after Hagia Sophia and the only one with stunning 360° panorama that takes in the Galata 5-storey building, this museum presents paintings Admission fee: TL in addition to the city walls to defend the region Akaretler Sıraevler, 36, Beşiktaş. www.yerebatan.com. Alemdar Mah. Yerebatan a surviving atrium. Also open for special events Tower, Hagia Sophia, the Bosphorus and more. by Adil Doğançay and his world-renowned son 10. from outside attacks. The tower has a superb T: 0212 236 3329. A7. Cad. 1/3, Sultanahmet. T: 0212 522 1259. and ceremonies, the museum hosts various Daily 10am-10pm. Museum Pass Advantage Point Burhan Doğançay. Free of charge. Daily 10am- F5. panoramic view of the Bosphorus, the Golden events. Requires prior appointment by phone. (20% off adult tickets and 10% discount on Vista Café, gift 6pm. Admission free. www.dogancaymuseum.org. MILITARY MUSEUM (ASKERİ MÜZE)—Constructed CISTERN OF PHILOXENOS (BİNBİRDİREK SARNICI)— Horn and the city. The restaurant located at the top TL 5. Topkapı Palace 1st Courtyard, Sultanahmet, Shop and Photo Corner purchases) Hüseyin Ağa Mah. Balo Sok. 42, Beyoğlu. in 1841 as a Military Academy, this building serves The second-largest water reservoir in İstanbul floor of the tower offers Turkish and international Eminönü. T: 0212 512 0480. F5. www.istanbulsapphire.com. T: 0212 244 7770. C5. today as the Military Museum. 5,000 objects after the Basilica Cistern, this structure was built dishes. Daily 9am-7pm. Admission fee: TL 13. Emniyet Evleri, Eski Büyükdere Cad. 1/1, Levent. selected from the museum’s collection of 45,000 HAGIA SOPHIA MUSEUM (AYASOFYA MÜZESİ)— in the 4th century according to Byzantine sources. www.galatatower.net. Bereketzade Mah. T: 0212 268 8383. İSTANBUL ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUMS items include arms, uniforms, tents, flags, swords, Built between 532 and 537 by Byzantine Emperor Shopping Centre Map (p.16). When Emperor Constantine I rebuilt the city, it Büyük Hendek Cad. 2, Kuledibi, Şişhane. (İSTANBUL ARKEOLOJİ MÜZELERİ)—Founded helmets and Ottoman-era artefacts. One of the Justinian I in the old city centre, Hagia Sophia, or TURKUAZOO—Turkey’s first public aquarium, was constructed to provide water to the Byzantine T: 0212 293 8180. D4. in 1891 by painter and archaeologist Osman oldest military bands in the world, the Janissary palace. Columns bear pyramid-shaped capitals. Church of the Holy Wisdom, is the oldest and most Turkuazoo is situated in the huge Forum İstanbul Hamdi Bey, this museum houses artefacts from Galata Mevlevİhanesİ—Founded in the late Band gives concerts between 3 and 4pm. The Cistern of Philoxenos serves as a museum quickly constructed cathedral in the world, and shopping centre. In addition to observing marine 15th century, this Mevlevi lodge is a fine place Wed-Sun 9am-5pm. Admission fee: TL 4. today. Daily 9am-8pm. fourth largest in terms of its area. A masterpiece life, visitors can also experience one of the most Admission fee: TL 10. to acquaint yourself with the Islamic Mystic www.tsk.tr. Valikonağı Cad. 2, Harbiye. www.binbirdirek.com. İmran Öktem Cad. 4, of art, history and architecture, it served two breath taking activities of a life time; Diving with philosophy and practices which hold such an T: 0212 233 2720. B6. Binbirdirek, Sultanahmet. T: 0212 518 1001. Abrahamic religions -916 years as the central Sharks. Mon-Sun 10am-5pm. F5. important place Anatolia’s cultural heritage. church of the and 477 years as www.turkuazoo.com. Forum İstanbul Shopping NAVAL MUSEUM (DENİZ MÜZESİ)—Largest Operating as a museum since the last quarter of DOLMABAHÇE PALACE MUSEUM (DOLMABAHÇE mosque - before being converted into a museum Center, Kocatepe Mah. Paşa Cad. 5/5, maritime museum in Turkey and among the SARAYI MÜZESİ)—Commissioned by Sultan the 20th century, this historical site consists of in 1935. Tue-Sun 9am-6pm. Admission fee: TL 25. Bayrampaşa. T: 0212 640 2015. most important worldwide with its rich collection Abdülmecit I, this palace was built between 1843 three floors, including the Semâhâne, where the Museum Pass Point Sultanahmet. Shopping Centre Map (p.18). of 40,000 items. Barges, marine uniforms, dervishes perform their famous ritual whirling and 1856. It reflects the Western influence in manuscripts, scale models, standards, maps, T: 0212 522 0989. F5. YILDIZ PALACE, ŞALE mansıon (YILDIZ sarayı, Ottoman architecture in the late 18th century. dance. The museum’s collection also includes paintings, sultans’ seals, coats of arms, galleys, İSTANBUL AQUARIUM—The İstanbul Aquarium is ŞALE KÖŞK)—Part of Yıldız Palace, Şale Köşk is Design contains eclectic elements from the calligraphic panels, musical instruments, costumes navigation tools and weaponry. Tue-Sun 9am-5pm. baroque, rococo and neoclassical styles. It served and other items from Mevlevi culture. 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Admission fee: TL 5. www.denizmuzeleri.tsk.tr. been renovated to serve as an art and culture the palace, including Abdülhamid II’s personal SULTANAHMET (BLUE) MOSQUE—One of the most Architect Davud Ağa, an apprentice of Sinan. synagogue in Turkey. Bomonti, Kazım Orbay Cad. Deniz Müzesi Komutanlığı, Barbaros Hayrettin Cad. centre. Highlights include the old engine rooms belongings and gifts presented to him, and famous landmarks of the Turkish and Islamic world, Upon his death in 1598, Dalgıç Ahmet Çavuş Efe Sok. 29, Şişli. T: 0212 240 6599. Off map. Beşiktaş. T: 0212 327 4345. preserved to establish an Energy Museum, plus products of the Yıldız Porcelain Factory still located Sultanahmet Mosque is a highly admired structure became its architect. Largely destroyed by a fire in B7. CHURCH OF ST. GEORGE OF FENER GREEK contemporary art exhibitions and cultural events. on the palace premises. Wed-Sun 9am-6pm. by all visitors. An example of classical Turkish art, it 1660, it was reopened in 1665. Eminönü. PANORAMA 1453 HISTORY—Witness the conquest E4. ORTHODOX PATRIARCHATE—The centre of the Tue-Sun 10am-8pm. www.yildizsarayi.com. is the only one of its kind to be originally built with of İstanbul 560 years later and relive the moment Admission fee: TL 15TL. Admission fee: TL 8. Orthodox Christian world, this church hosts many www..org. Eski Silahtarağa Elektrik Museum Pass Point Yıldız, Beşiktaş. six minarets, and stands out on the city’s skyline Mehmet II entered the city. Open daily between Churches and Synagogues relics including the column on which Jesus was Santralı, Kazım Karabekir Cad. 2/6, Eyüp. T: 0212 258 3080. A8. from the Bosphorus. It is also known as the Blue 08:30 am and 17:30 pm Admission fee: TL 10. whipped and remains of three great saints. Fener T: 0212 311 7809. Mosque for the İznik tiles that adorn its interior. Churches and synagogues hold an important place in www.panoramikmuze.com. Maltepe Mah., Topkapı Off map. Rum Patrikhanesi, Dr. Sadık Ahmet Cad. 35, Haliç. Entering the structure through one of its three the vast cultural geography of İstanbul, which has served Kültür Parkı Panorama 1453 Tarih Müzesi Topkapı – THE MUSEUM OF INNOCENCE—The Masumiyet Müzesi T: 0212 531 5152. C3. Mosques gates, visitors are greeted by its rich and colourful as capital of three major empires over 1,600 years. The Zeytinburnu. T: 0212 415 1453. Off map. (‘Museum of Innocence’), inspired by the 2008 ornamentation including engravings, tiles and following are the most important of Istanbul’s churches HOLY TRINITY GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH— novel of the same name by Nobel prize-winner İstanbul’s mosques are among the most outstanding —Founded by the Suna and İnan stained glass windows that complement the and synagogues for their history and architecture. Located at the intersection of Sıraselviler Street Orhan Pamuk, is the first museum in history witnesses to the city’s long history. Each has a unique Kıraç Foundation, museum hosts three permanent grandeur of its exterior. Sultanahmet. Synagogues require a permit, available from the İstanbul and İstiklal Street in Taksim, this church is a inspired by a novel and made reality. history and architecture, and is open to visitors at vario collections including Anatolian weights and T: 0212 458 4468. Chief Rabbinate. T: 0212 293 8794. synthesis of Byzantine and modern architecture Museum Pass Advantage Point (30 % off adult times of the day. The following is a list of some of the F4/F5. measures, Kütahya tiles and ceramics, and with a cruciform plan and twin bell towers. tickets, 10% discount on Museum Gift Shop and Café) highlights. Most open daily from dawn to sunset. SÜLEYMANİYE MOSQUE—Commissioned by Sultan ARMENIAN PATRIARCHATE—Just a 20-minute walk orientalist art, consisting of 300 paintings. Daily 9am-5pm. Meşelik Sok. 11/1, Taksim. www.masumiyetmuzesi.org. No admittance during the Friday prayer times between Süleyman I (Süleyman the Magnificient), this from Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and Tue-Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 12am-6pm. Admission T: 0212 244 1358. C5. Çukurcuma Cad. Dalgıç Çıkmazı, 2, Beyoğlu. approx 12pm-1pm. Before entering the mosque, visitors mosque was built between 1550-1557 by Sinan Topkapı Palace. In 2001, almost the entire fee: TL 10. Museum Pass Advantage Point (20% T: 0212 252 9738. should cover their arms and legs; women should cover the Architect. Described as a work from Sinan’s Armenian community of İstanbul celebrated the —The most famous off adult tickets and 10% discount on Perakende Artshop C5. their heads. apprenticeship period, the mosque is actually 540th anniversary of the Armenian Patriarchate Jewish synagogue in the city. Shabbats, weddings, and Pera Café) www.peramuzesi.org.tr. THE QUINCENTENNIAL FOUNDATION MUSEUM OF part of the Süleymaniye Complex (Külliye), also at this church. Open Mon-Fri 9am-4pm. funerals, brit milahs, bar/bat mitzvahs as well as Meşrutiyet Cad. 65, Tepebaşı. TURKISH JEWS (500. YIL VAKFI TÜRK MUSEVİLERİ eyüp sultan mosque—Located in Eyüp on the northern tip of the Golden Horn, where one including a madrasah (religious school), library, Sevgi Sok. 6, Kumkapı. T: 0212 517 0970. B4. high holidays are celebrated here. T: 0212 334 9900. C5. MÜZESİ) (Also known as Jewish Museum)— hospital, bath, soup kitchen, treasury and shops. Büyük Hendek Cad. 67, Kuledibi, Beyoğlu. Historical documents, information and objects of the first followers of Islam, Eyyubu El-Ensari AYIOS DIMITRIOS CHURCH—Unusually for a 16th PRESS MUSEUM (BASIN MÜZESİ)—Transformed into Resting on four massive columns, the mosque’s T: 0212 293 7566. D4. documenting the 700-year of history of Jewry in was buried after he was killed during the Arab century Greek Orthodox church, it displays clear a museum in 1988, this is the first press museum in dome is 53 metres high and 26.5 metres in the Ottoman Empire. A work by sculptor Nadia siege of Constantinople. Mehmed II ordered the Ottoman architectural influence. Formerly the ST. ANTHONY OF PADUA CHURCH—Roman Turkey and the fourth in the world. The incredible diameter. Its interior is subtly decorated, with Arditti to commemorate the Turkish-Jewish construction of a shrine and a mosque on the church of Ayios Athanasios, it is said to have Catholic church with the largest congregation in variety of objects exhibited includes lithography the windows on the mihrab wall decorated with soldiers fallen while defending their country greets location. The first mosque, which was completed changed its name when an icon of St. Dimitrios was İstanbul. The entrance to the church is between samples, platen machines, letterpresses, proofing stained glass. Süleymaniye, Beyazıt. visitors at the entrance. Mon-Thu 10am-4pm, in 1458, was later destroyed, with the present brought here from a small church in the Kasımpaşa the two apartment buildings where priests reside. tables, old typewriters and telex machines. structure constructed by Uzun Hüseyin Efendi T: 0212 532 0623. E3/E4. Fri-Sat 10am-2pm. Admission fee: TL 10. district. Kurtuluş Square, the last bus stop on Reinforced concrete construction built in Italian Mon-Fri 10am-5pm. Admission free. www.muze500.com. Karaköy Meydanı, Perçemli between 1798 and 1800. Eyüp. VALİDE SULTAN MOSQUE (YENİ CAMİİ)—Located in Kurtuluş Cad. Atesböceği Sok. 2, Şişli. neo-Gothic style by architect Guillio Mongeri. Divanyolu Cad. 76, Çemberlitaş. Sok. 1 (Behind Selanik Arcade), Karaköy. T: 0212 418 9393. A1. Eminönü Square next to the Egyptian Bazaar (Spice T: 0212 250 6248. Off map. Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sun 9am-12:30pm, 2pm-5pm. T: 0212 513 8458. F4. İstiklal Cad. 171, Galatasaray, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 292 6333. D5. HIRKA-I ŞERİF MOSQUE—Built in 1851 by Sultan Market), this mosque in the centre of a complex BETH ISRAEL SYNAGOGUE—Built in 1920, this RAHMİ M. KOÇ MUSEUM—The first major museum in is one of the most glorious of the monumental T: 0212 244 0935. C5. TOPKAPI PALACE (TOPKAPI SARAYI)—Built in 1478, Abdülmecid in Ottoman style, to house the synagogue provides religious services under the Turkey dedicated to the history of transportation, mosques built on the coastline. It was during the reign of Mehmet II (the Conqueror), Hırka-ı Şerif (the cloak of the Prophet Mohammed Neve Shalom Foundation. It is the most active industry and communication. Located on the commissioned by Safiye Sultan in 1597 and built by Topkapı Palace served as the seat of government presented to him by Uwais al-Qarani) this mosque shores of the Golden Horn, its collection includes of the Ottoman Empire and the residence of is open throughout the month of Ramadan. Daily thousands of objects from gramophone needles to Sultans for 380 years, until the construction of 10am-4.30pm. Fatih. T: 0212 631 6453. D2. ships and aircrafts. Tue-Fri 10am-5pm, Dolmabahçe Palace. It was organised as a museum NURUOSMANİYE MOSQUE—Commissioned Sat-Sun 10am-6pm. Admission fee: TL 12,50. during the reign of Abdülhamid II, but not opened Museum Pass Advantage Point (20% off adult by Sultan Mahmut I in 1748, this mosque was to the public until 1924. It consists of several completed during the reign of his brother Osman tickets and 10% discount on gift shop purchases) sections, including the Imperial Gate, the First www.rmk-museum.org.tr. Hasköy Cad. 5, Hasköy. III, built by Mustafa Aga. With its baroque style and Courtyard (Court of the Janissaries), the Second the three-dimensional stone patterns, it is one of T: 0212 369 6600. B3. Courtyard (Divan Square), the Third Courtyard its kind in world architecture. The mosque’s two SADBERK HANIM MUSEUM—Funded by the Vehbi (Enderun Courtyard), the Fourth Courtyard minarets feature the first stone combs used instead Koç Foundation, this museum is located in a (Imperial Sofa) and the Harem. Guided tours in the of lead ones. Nuruosmaniye, Eminönü. renovated old waterfront mansion. Exhibiting a Harem section require additional ticket purchase. T: 0212 513 0692. E4. collection of archaeological artefacts, it earned the Wed-Sun 9am-5pm. Harem, 9:30am-15:30pm. ORTAKÖY MOSQUE—Located next to Ortaköy 1988 Europa Nostra Award for its modern museum Admission fee: TL 20. Museum Pass Point Pier, this mosque was commissioned by Sultan practices. Thu-Tue 10am-5pm. Admission fee: www.topkapisarayi.gov.tr. Sultanahmet Meydanı. Abdülmecit to Karabet Balyan. The structure TL 7. Museum Pass Advantage Point (You can T: 0212 512 0480. E5. underwent restoration between 1960 and 1972. buy the ticket with a special discount) TURKISH AND ISLAMIC ARTS MUSEUM (TÜRK VE www.sadberkhanimmuzesi.org.tr. Büyükdere Cad. It is a baroque structure featuring a single dome İSLAM ESERLERİ MÜZESİ)—First museum in Turkey with two slim minarets. White stone was used 25/29, Sarıyer. T: 0212 242 3813. Off map. to offer a joint exhibition of Turkish and Islamic art. for walls, mosaic and marble for the mihrab, and SAKIP SABANCI MUSEUM—The main building of this Collection of rare works from various countries in porphyry for the pulpit. Ortaköy, Beşiktaş. museum is a villa built in 1927 by Italian architect the Islamic world including precious examples of T: 0212 359 5908. A9. Eduard De Nari for Prince Muhammad Ali Hasan stone, metal, ceramic and glass objects as well as RÜSTEM PAŞA MOSQUE—This mosque in the of the Egyptian Khedive family. Purchased by manuscripts. Hand-woven Turkish carpets dating Tahtakale area, near the Egyptian (Spice) Market, the Sabancı Family in 1950. In 1998, it was given from 13th to 20th centuries. The lower floor of the was commissioned to the famous architect to Sabancı University along with its collections carpets section hosts an ethnography section Sinan by the daughter of Sultan Suleiman the and furniture to serve as a museum. The mansion exhibiting Turkish daily life over the centuries. Magnificent. Begun in the year 1561, it is a classical houses a rich calligraphy and painting collection. Tue-Sun 9am-5pm. Admission fee: TL 10. Museum Ottoman structure, adorned with beautiful 16th- Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun 10am-6pm. 10am-8pm, Wed Pass Point www.tiem.org. İbrahim Paşa century Iznik tiles bearing floral and fruit motifs. & Fri 10am-8pm. Free entrance at Wednesdays. Sarayı, Sultanahmet. T: 0212 518 1805. F4. Museum Pass Advantage Point (TL8 for adult ticket Tue-Sun 9am-12pm, 1pm-5pm. Hasırcılar Çarşısı, YILDIZ PALACE MUSEUMS (YILDIZ SARAYI Eminönü. and 10% discount on Museum Gift Shop) muze. F4. MÜZELERİ)—Complex of former imperial Ottoman sabanciuniv.edu. Sakıp Sabancı Cad. 42, Emirgan. SOKULLU MEHMET PAŞA MOSQUE—With a single pavilions and villas representing the last examples T: 0212 277 2200. Off map. dome and minaret, and built in Kadırga in 1507, of Ottoman palace architecture. The first building this mosque was commissioned by Ottoman SANTRALİSTANBUL—The first power plant in the in the area was constructed during the reign Grand Vizier Sokullu Mehmet Pasha to Mimar Ottoman Empire, this complex was later upgraded of Ahmet I in the 17th century. The palace in its Sinan for his wife. Its interior features İznik tiles in keeping with advances in technology and current form was built at the order of Abdülhamid and special hand-carvings, with a mihrab covered served İstanbul until 1983 as the Silahtarağa II in 1880, who wanted his seat of government with calligraphic tiles. Şehit Mehmet Paşa Yokuşu, Power Plant. Now within the campus of a private beyond the reach of bombardment from the sea. Kadırga, Eminönü. university, the historical building has recently Items exhibited today originally belonged to F4.

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10am-7pm. www.camgaleri.com. Şair Nedim Cad. Askerocağı Cad. Süzer Plaza 15, Gümüşsuyu. 25, Akaretler. T: 0212 245 7975. A7/B7. T: 0212 252 8131. B6. Doubletree by Hilton Yaşama Dair (‘About Life’) CDA PROJECT—To 4 Jan. Yerçekimi Kalıntıları ELIPSIS GALLERY—To 25 Jan. This exhibition by p. 54 (‘Residuals of Gravity’), presents new and older prominent Swiss fashion photographer Michael works by Janet Bellotto. These focus on her Comte consists of iconic portraits of personalities collections of juxtaposed images obtained from in the worlds of music, fashion and the arts, taken the virtual domain and found objects, plus video between 1990 and 2000.Tue-Fri 11am-6pm. installations, thereby bringing together the www.elipsisgallery.com. Hoca Tahsin Sok. imaginary and reality elements of everyday life. Akçe Han Sok. 10, Karaköy. Tue-Fri 10am-7:30pm. Sat 12pm-7pm. www.cda- T: 0212 249 4892. C5. project.com. İstiklal Cad. 163, Mısır Apt. K:2, D:5, GALERİ APEL—To 11 Jan. Yücel Kale’s Kökler, Dallar ve Beyoğlu. T: 0212 251 1214. C5. Yapraklar (‘Roots, Branches and Leaves’) features DAİRE SANAT—To 8 Feb. To 8 Feb. Elçin Ekinci’s the artist’s original works, consisting mostly of exhibition Düzenin Doğası (‘The Nature of Order’) sculptures. Tue-Sat 11:30am-18:30pm. features works that slip among nature and culture, and struggle to strike a balance between them. Tue-Fri 11am-6pm, Sat 11am-7pm. Beyoğlu Akademililer Sanat Merkezi www.dairesanat.com. Boğazkesen Cad. 65D Kağıt İşler (‘Paperworks’), p. 54 Tophane, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 252 5259. C5. DOUBLETREE BY HİLTON—To 19 Jan. Yaşama Dair (‘About Life’), an exhibition which aims to bring art into everyday life, features works by a selection of contemporary Turkish artists including Irmak Akçadoğan, Setenay Özbek and Şeli Abut Benhabib. Caferağa Mah. Albay F Sözdener Cad. 31, Kadıköy. T: 0216 542 4344. Off map. DORUK SANAT GALERİSİ—9 Jan-1 Feb. In his exhibition Bekleyiş (‘Waiting’), İsmail Tetikçi focuses www.galleryapel.com. Hayriye Cad. 5A , upon the relationship between man and nature, Galatasaray. T: 0212 292 7236. C5. and portrays man’s action or inertia in the face of GALERİ IŞIK—6-31 Jan. Prominent printmaker Ottoman Life nature. www.doruksanatgalerisi.com. Agnieszka Cieliska presents a collection Arşivi Parçalamak: Bir Osmanlı Ailesinde Temsil, Kimlik, Hafıza (‘To Dissolve an Archive: Representation, Boğazkesen Cad. 21/A Tophane. of striking, literary-inspired works in Identity and Memory in an Ottoman Family’), on display at Salt Galata, focuses on the Said Bey T: 0212 252 0535. C5. commemoration of the 600th year of Turkish- EKAVART GALLERY—To 11 Jan. Emire Konuk seeks Polish friendship. www.galeriisiktesvikiye.com. Archive (1900-1940) which spans three generations. The works in the exhibition explore three answers to the following complex questions: ‘How Teşvikiye Cad. 152. Nişantaşı. T: 0212 233 1203. C5. true is truth, and to what extent is it true’, ‘Before concepts in this family archive: representation, identity and memory (from 22 Jan; p. 57). GALERİ İDİL—To 21 Jan. In Uzun Yolculuk (‘Long and after which point do we construct our own Voyage’), artist Uğur Mine Tamay interprets the truth’, and ‘How much falsehood or delusion do pictorial values of classic Turkish art through her our constructed truths contain’ in his exhibition geometric forms of realities in abstract space. Bu Yalan Kimin? (‘Whose Lie Is This?’). www.galeriidil.com.tr. Ebulula Mardin Cad. Galleries the concepts of politics, love, friendship and ART ON (ZORLU CENTER PSM)—To 18 Jan. www.ekavartgallery.com. Ritz Carlton Otel, Ülgen Sok. 4. Gazeteciler Sitesi 132, Levent. solidarity into striking works of art.Tue-Thu 11am- Consisting of ten large-scale photographs and T: 0212 283 2383. Off map. Unless specified, admission is free to all galleries. 7pm. Fri-Sun 12pm-8pm. video works, İlker Canikligil’s exhibition GALLERY LİNART—To 4 Jan. Pınar Du Pre presents www.arter.org.tr. İstiklal Cad. 211, Beyoğlu. Çok Aslında Azdır (‘More is Less’) examines Meydan İstanbul AVM ADALAR MUSEUM—To Jun 2014. A collection of portraits and scenic works using her own T: 0212 243 3767. architecture, urbanisation and the city as a Her Ses Bir Nefes 3 island memorabilia by Büyükada-born writer C5. technique, which she calls ‘media fusion’, in her phenomenon. Daily 10am-10pm. (‘Each Voice is a Breayh 3’) Dr. Akillas Millas, the exhibition Hala Hatırlıyorum exhibition Snapshot. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. www.zorlucenter.com. Barbaros Bulvarı Kavşağı, p. 56 (‘I Still Remember’) presents his drawings, www.g-linart.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Gülen Apt. Beşiktaş. T: 0212 444 9496. Off map. postcards, photographs, paintings and writings, 24/4, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 247 4729. A6. plus a documentary film. www.adalarmuzesi.org. beyoğlu AKADEMİLİLER SANAT MERKEZİ— GALLERY MANA—To 28 Jan. In the exhibition Daily 9am-6pm. Free of charge on Wednesdays. To 10 Jan. Paper serves as the ‘memory’ of ‘B.İ.M.A.B.K.R’, Deniz Gül works with text, objects, Adalar Müzesi, Hangar Müze Alanı Aya Nikola painting and drawing, as investigated through performance and film, focusing on the ways that Mevkii, Büyükada. T: 0216 382 5280. Off map. Kağıt İşler (‘Paperworks’), a mixed exhibition of individuals use behaviour patterns and daily rituals works executed in paper through a variety of ANAMED—To 2 Feb. This exhibition celebrates the to create a subjective identity. techniques. Mon-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-8pm. 200th birthday of James Robertson, chief engraver www.galerimana.com. Kemankeş Mah. www.akademililer.com. Balo Sok. 37, Beyoğlu. at the Ottoman Mint, who shot the first ever Ali Paşa Değirmeni Sok. 16-18, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 245 0229. C5. panorama of Istanbul and created exquisite coins T: 0212 243 6666. C5. and medals on the orders of four Ottoman sultans. BORUSAN CONTEMPORARY—To 16 Feb. Artist GALLERY ODA— In Zor Yolu (‘The Hard İstiklal Cad. Nuru Ziya Sok. Beyoğlu. Rafael Lozano-Hemmer uses both simple To 12 Jan. Way’), artist Şenol Yorozlu presents typeface T: 0212 393 6061. C5. and advanced technology such as biometric design works on canvas and paper. Tue-Sat 12pm- receptors, projection devices, special software ART Lİmİts—A varied collection ranging from 7pm. www.galerioda.com. Hüsrev Gerede Cad. programs and motors, in his exhibition fashion photos, nature and abstract geometric Fırın Sok. 2B, Teşvikiye. T: 0212 259 2208. A7. works to figurative illustrations, inc works by Vicious Circular Breathing. several international artists, in a variety of www.borusancontemporary.com. GALLERY SELVİN—8-31 Jan. Sculptor Cemil Gü photographic, digital and mixed techniques. Perili Köşk 5, Baltalimanı Hisar Cad. Rumeli Hisarı, uses animal and human figures symbolically Open daily except Sun 10:30am-7pm. Sarıyer. T: 0212 393 5200. Off map. as he focuses upon the unfair oppression of male hegemony in his exhibition Hegemonya en.artlimits.com. Şair Nedim Cad. 14, Akaretler, C.A.M GALLERY AKARETLER—To 5 Jun. In M.Ö (‘Hegemony’). Tue-Sat 11am-7pm. Beşiktaş. T: 0212 258 2195. B7. Pop Art (‘B.C Pop Art’), Yusuf Aygeç conveys pop www.galeriselvin.com. Dere Sok. 3, Arnavutköy. culture through popular figures from art history, ARTER—To 7 Apr. In Hasret, Husumet, Rezalet (‘Envy, Art On (Zorlu Center PSM) T: 0212 263 7481. Off map. Enmity, Embarrassment’) 13 artists transform Çok Aslında Azdır (More is Less’) p. 54 demonstrating that the people of previous eras were no different to those living today.Tue-Sat

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on how to overcome the fetishism and alienation presents a selection of works from the artist’s life Galeri İdil brought about by post-modernism. Galeri Selvin, featuring his minimalist style and use of geometric Uzun Yolculuk www.karesanat.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 22/9, K:3, Hegemonya (‘Hegemony’) forms. Wed&Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-4pm. p. 55 (‘Long Voyage’) Nişantaşı. T: 0212 240 4448. A6. www.proje4L.org. Meydan Sok. Beybi Giz Plaza, SPOTLIGHT p. 55 KOÇ unıversıty research center for anatolıan B Blok, Maslak. T: 0212 290 2525. Off map. cıvılızatıons—To 2 Feb. Robertson Osmanlı RAHMİ M. KOÇ MUSEUM—The 15-metre-long Başkentinde: Fotoğrafçı ve Hakkak (‘Robertson at the Hiawatha Boat, produced by the American Car Ottoman Capital: the Photographer and Hakkak’), company and a part of Bosphorus history since an exhibition celebrating the 200th birthday 1932, is among the important pieces in the of James Robertson, consists of his original Seafaring Collection display. Tue-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat- photographs and watercolours. The works Sun 10am-6pm. Museum Pass Advantage Point depict scenes including in the Ottoman treasury, (20% off adult tickets and 10% discount on gift shop İstanbul’s unique way of life, stunning landscapes purchases.) www.rmk-museum.org.tr.

and photographs of architectural works. Hasköy Cad. 5, Hasköy. T: 0212 369 6600. B3. rcac.ku.edu.tr. İstiklal Cad. 181, Merkez Han, RAMPA İSTANBUL—To 4 Jan. In his exhibition Kara Beyoğlu. T: 0212 393 6000. C5. Albüm (‘The Dark Album’), Vahap Avşar uses his MEYDAN İSTANBUL AVM – To 11 Jan. Her Ses Bir Nefes 3 works to focus on the financial and historical cycles (‘Each Voice is a Breath 3’) is a photographic series in the liberal economic system. Tue-Sat 11am-7pm. in which 66 female photographers work to create www.rampaistanbul.com. Şair Nedim Cad. 21A, social unity and speak out against violence towards Akaretler. T: 0212 3270800. A7. women. www.meydanistanbulavm.com. Küstüm FSM Mah. Balkan Cad. 64 Tepeüstü, Ümraniye. —To 28 Feb. Oynamıyorum (‘I’m angry, I’m Not Playing’), a T: 0216 526 0101. Off map. photographic exhibition by Naz Köktentürk, tells MERKÜR GALLery—To 15 Jan. Eski Şehir (‘Old City’), of the helplessness of lives destroyed, based on a an exhibition by master Turkish photographer Ara personal experience.www.rhm.org.tr. Güler, presents colourful scenes of old Istanbul, Kadir Has Üniversitesi, Kadir Has Cad. Cibali. from cobblestone streets to a traditional wooden T: 0212 533 6532. D3. house with a smoking chimney, and a boatman’s SAKIP SABANCI MUSEUM— English GALLERY ZİLBERMAN—To 4 Jan. Entropi, a group skiff redolent of the sea. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. To 5 Jan. conceptual artist Anish Kapoor exhibits a exhibition featuring current works by Christoph www.galerimerkur.com. Mim Kemal Öke Cad. collection of astounding, abstract works blending Büchel, Maurizio Cattelan, William E. Jones, Erenler Apt. 12 / 2, Nişantaşı. sculpture with architecture, engineering and Annika Von Hausswolff, Kay Rosen and Frank T: 0212 231 6987 - 0212 225 3737. A6. Selby, works with the themes of post-capitalist technology. Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun 10am-6pm. 10am- MİM HOTEL (ŞELİ SANAT) The group terrorism, thievery and escapism. From 11 —To 11 Jan. 8pm, Wed & Fri 10am-8pm. Free entrance at painting exhibition titled ‘İstanbul Under MIM‘ brings Jan. Prolific young artist Seçil Erel’s exhibition Wednesdays. Museum Pass Advantage Point (TL4 Alan (‘Space’) features abstract paintings together the works of many successful artists as for adult tickets and 10% discount on purchases in the Ceylan Dökmen, Hale Eryaman, Hülya Küpçüoğlu, museum shop) muze.sabanciuniv.edu. and architectural structures interpreted with mathematic models, in geometric series. Oğuz Makal, Oğuz Meriç, Mehmet Özcan, Çetin Sakıp Sabancı Cad. 42, Emirgan. Tue-Fri 11pm-7:30pm. Sat 12pm-7pm. Özer, Tijen Şikar, Rıza Aydan Turak and Şeli Abut T: 0212 277 2200. Off map. Benhabib. Mim Hotel İstanbul, Ferah Sok. 20, www.galerizilberman.com. İstiklal Cad. 163, knowledge, become increasingly meaningless. SALT BEYOĞLU—To 5 Jan. Gülsün Karamustafa’s Nişantaşı. T: 0212 231 2807. A6. Mısır Apt. K:3 D:10, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 251 1214. C5. Tue-Sat 11am-7pm, Sun 12am-6pm. Vadedilmiş Bir Sergi (‘A Promised Exhibition’) tells www.mixerarts.com. Tomtom Mah. HAAZ DESIGN & ART GALLERY—This original MİXER—From 3 Jan. The exhibition Dilemma, the story of her personal life as it has merged Boğazkesen Cad. 45, Tophane. contemporary design gallery is everything you’re curated by Mehmet Kahraman, illustrates artists’ C5. with Turkey’s recent political history, through inability to adapt to the alienation of modern looking for to be a little different from the crowd. PASAJ—From 17 Jan. Özgür Demirci presents his paintings, collages, prints, photographs and Haaz features creations from a wealth of artists, day life in which past and future, our senses and voice-interactive light installation Geldik, Yoktunuz video installations. www.saltonline.org. Tue-Sat including intricate porcelain figurines by Lladro, (‘We Came but you Weren’t There’). Fri-Sun 2pm- 12pm-8pm. Sun 10:30am-6pm. İstiklal Cad. 136,

exquisite furniture from Moroso, cutting-edge Plato Sanat 7pm. Banker Sok. 6B, Galata, Beyoğlu. C5. Beyoğlu. T: 0212 377 4200. C5. Orhan Cem Çetin design pieces by Tom Dixon, imaginative lighting PERA MUSEUM— SALT GALATA— The major new p. 56 Kesişen Dünyalar: Elçiler ve Ressamlar From 21 Jan. from Jonathan Adler – and much more. Mon-Sat (‘Intersection Worlds: Ambassadors And exhibition Arşivi Parçalamak: Bir Osmanlı Ailesinde 10am-7pm. www.haaz.info. Ahmet Fetgari Sok. 62, Painters’) is a fascinating collection of reports, Temsil, Kimlik, Hafıza (‘To Dissolve an Archive: Teşvikiye, Şişli. T: 0212 230 9600. A6. letters and photographs by ambassadors from Representation, Identity and Memory in an İSTANBUL MODERN—From 9 Jan. Komşular: Türkiye the 17th-19th century. To 19 Jan. Greek artist Ottoman Family’) focuses on the Said Bey Archive ve Çevresinden Güncel Anlatılar (‘The Neighbours: Sophia Vari presents her unique works filled with (1900-1940), which includes three generations Topical Narratives from Turkey and its the colours of the Mediterranean, in Heykeller Ve from the Ottoman to Republican periods. Surroundings’), brings together outstanding Resimler (‘Sculptures And Paintings’). To 19 Jan. www.saltonline.org. Tue-Sat 12pm-8pm, Sun artists from Turkey and neighbouring regions Zamansız Fotoğraflar (‘Timeless Photographs’) is a 10:30pm- 6pm. Bankalar Cad. 11, Karaköy. such as the Balkans, Caucasus and Middle East, retrospective of the work of Yıldız Moran, Turkey’s T: 0212 334 2200. D5. first academically-trained female photographer, sharing historic, political and cultural bonds. SCHNEIDERTEMPEL ART CENTER—To 19 Jan. To 27 Apr. Rasathane (‘Observatory’) is made up of known especially for her masterful use of light. Osmanlı’dan İnsan Manzaraları (‘Ottoman Human recent photographs by Barbara and Zafer Baran. Tue-Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 12am-6pm. www. Landscapes’) curated by Tan Oral, presents over These images portray ideas of nature, science peramuzesi.org.tr. Meşrutiyet Cad. 65, Tepebaşı. 100 postcards depicting late Ottoman life, from Images of a Lost World and aesthetics through botanical elements, T: 0212 334 9900. C4. the extensive collection of Seyhun Binzet. geographical features and objects in space. An international star in the world of graphic arts, Agnieszka PLATO SANAT—To 26 Jan. Photographer Orhan www.schneidertempel.com. Felek Sok. 1, Karaköy. To 23 Feb. The video exhibition Uluslararası Sanatçı Cem Çetin transforms photographic illustrations T: 0212 249 0150. D5. CieŚlinska presents an exhibition created to commemorate Filmleri (‘Artists’ Film International’) gathers images into intellectual expressions which he analyses from modern video, short films and moving SODA—To 22 Feb. Inspired by nature, Estonian 600 years of Turkish-Polish friendship at Galeri Işık (to 31 structurally by examining our visual culture. contemporary jewellery artist Tanel Veenre images. Tue-Sun 10am-6pm, Thu 10am-8pm. www.platosanat.org.tr. Ayvansaray Cad. 33, Balat. Jan). Blending traditional Western mythology with scientific www.istanbulmodern.org. Meclis-i Mebusan Cad. presents his exhibition Naturesque, featuring T: 0212 621 1247. B2. Liman İşletmeleri Sahası 305, Antrepo 4, Karaköy. organic materials. Tue-Sat 11am-7pm. dynamics, the artist employs a combination of unforgettable www.sodaistanbul.com. Şakayık Sok. 37/1, T: 0212 334 7300. D5. PROJE 4L OF CONTEMPORARY ART— symbols, the human body and mechanical equipment (p. 55). To 19 Jan. Seyhun Topuz, 42 Yıldan Bir Seçki: 1971-2013 Nişantaşı. T: 0212 231 8988. D6. KARE ART GALLERY— From 15 Jan. The group (Seyhan Topuz, ‘A Selection from 42 Years: 1971-2013’) exhibition Kırılma (‘The Break’) poses questions

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Bosphorus. Guests are served a meticulously Azerbaijan, Sümbül Sok. 17/1, Levent. T: 0212 325 8042. prepared menu of international dishes. Bulgaria, www.bulgarianconsulate-ist.org. Ahmet EMIRATES—www.emirates.com. Şişli Plaza, 19 www.adaturizm.com. T: 0216 575 4775. Adnan Saygun Cad. 44, 2. Levent. Mayıs Cad. 5/7, A Blok K:8, Şişli. T: 0212 315 4545. SEA TAXIS—www.deniztaksi.com.tr. T: 0212 444 4498. T: 0212 281 0115. GULF AIR—www.gulfair.com. Cumhuriyet Cad. 131, China, www.chinaembassy.org.tr. Kireçburnu Mah. especially good to avoid the rush hour traffic. Asian side, and Princess Islands. Harbiye. T: 0212 231 3450. Mısırlı Cad. Memduhpaşa Yalısı 6/8, Sarıyer. Buses Buy tokens from vending machines at stations Visit www.sehirhatlari.com.tr. for the latest updated Heli Services KLM—www.klm.com.tr. Emirhan Cad. 145, Atakule T: 0212 299 2634. City buses are run by the İstanbul Metropolitan or use an İstanbul Kart (see buses), which can be timetables. T: 0212 444 1851 A Blok K:14, Dikilitaş, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 310 1900. KAAN AIR—Kaan Air offers helicopter sales, rentals, Egypt, Konaklar Mah. Akasyalı Sok. 26, 4. Levent. Municipality. Tickets may be purchased at sales charged at machines located in each station. VIP transportation and air taxi services. T: 0212 324 2133. points in central transfer points or the fare may www.istanbul-ulasim.com.tr. T: 0212 444 0088. Train Travel be paid during entry. The İstanbul Kart – an METRO LINES—Aksaray-Atatürk International electronic card purchased for a deposit fee at SİRKECİ TRAIN STATION—TCDD station located Airport • Şişhane to Darüşşafaka, with stops at on the European side. Visitors may buy tickers at sales points – is handy for longer stays. Valid Taksim, Osmanbey, Şişli, Gayrettepe, Levent, on buses, trams, metro and ferries, it is easily the counter here for all destinations to Europe 4. Levent, , İTÜ Ayazağa, and elsewhere in Turkey. For enquiries, charged at machines located in many stations, Atatürk Oto Sanayi, Darüşşafaka. and provides half-price transfers. Ticket prices www.tcdd.gov.tr. T: 0212 520 6575. vary according to distance. www.iett.gov.tr. Tram Lines—Zeytinburnu-Kabataş Information Line T: 0800 211 6068, • Güngören-Bağcılar • Kadıköy-Moda Airports • Taksim-Kabataş Funicular. Headquarters T: 0212 245 0720. İstanbul has two major international airports; one on the European side and the other on the Asian side. Taxis Seabuses ATATÜRK AIRPORT—The largest of the two, The bright yellow taxis are available around the Seabuses operate on 19 lines, and serve 32 points. and the first airport in the city, this is situated clock, and are best hailed on the street. It is www.ido.com.tr. T: 0212 444 4436. 24km west of the city centre, on the European best to avoid taxis waiting outside major tourist side. With both international and domestic venues and hotels. Fares should always run on FAST FERRY LINES—Yenikapı-Bursa-Yenikapı flights operating round the clock, it boasts the meter, with the same tariff now for both day • Yenikapı-Bandırma-Yenikapı • Yenikapı-Yalova- We let our customers enjoy the beauty of the and customer satisfaction with our unparalleled fully equipped emergency health services. The and night. Ensure the meter is running as soon as Yenikapı • Pendik-Yalova-Pendik. airport is accessible by metro; however, a taxi Bosphorus to the fullest. We work with Turkey’s VIP Bosphorus Tour. In short, we love our work. you get in, and refuse to take a journey where the INNER-CITY SEABUS LINES—Bosphorus Line: is recommended, particularly if carrying heavy elite agencies and companies as well as İstanbul’s We know that the Bosphorus is worth seeing and driver tries to agree a price in advance. Beşiktaş-Kadıköy luggage. Regular shuttle buses run by ground five-star hotels. Our portfolio also includes experiencing. The full beauty of the Bosphorus is These are a safe mode of transport day and PRINCES’ ISLANDS SEABUS LINE—Kabataş- services provider Havaş approx every 30 mins ultra-luxury yachts to meet our customers’ needs. hidden in the details, and the details are hidden in night. Kınalı-Burgaz-Heybeli-Büyükada-Bostancı. depart to and from Taksim, stopping at Aksaray, Den Den Yachts guarantees the finest conditions Den Den Yachts. Etiler and Bakırköy. Check for schedule. Metro Havaş Call Center T: 0212 444 0487. www.havas.com.tr. Ferries Cihannuma Mah. Emlak Blokları 105 D:8, K:3 Barbaros Bulvarı, Beşiktaş Tel: +90212 251 52 72 Mobile: +90533 447 10 47 Punctual, reliable, efficient and economic Atatürk Airport Enq T: 0212 463 3000. www.kiraliktekneler.com • [email protected] • [email protected] public transport, the underground trains are City ferries operate out from Sirkeci, Eminönü and www.ataturkairport.com. Karaköy piers all day long to the Bosphorus, the

58 WHERE İstanbul I JANUARY 2014 JANUARY 2014 I WHERE İstanbul 59 Essentials Essentials LES CLEFS D’OR TIP OF THE MONTH France, www.consulfrance-istanbul.org. İstiklal Cad. SETUR KALAMIŞ & FENERBAHÇE MARINAS — 8, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 334 8730. www.seturmarinas.com.tr. Münir Nurettin Selçuk Greece, www.greekembassy.org.tr. Turnacıbacı Sok. Cad. Kalamış. T: 0216 346 2346. 32, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 393 8290. Germany, www.germanembassyank.com. Office Space Rental İsmet İnönü Cad. 16/18, Gümüşsuyu. SÜRMELİ BUSINESS FLOOR & LOUNGE —Offers T: 0212 334 6100. guests a comfortable working environment with Italy, www.consistanbul.esteri.it. Boğazkesen Cad. breakfast and food service throughout the day, a Tom Tom Kaptan Sok. 15, Tophane, Beyoğlu. 360° panoramic view of İstanbul, wireless internet, T: 0212 252 5437. computers, and a meeting room free of charge for Japan, Büyükdere Cad. 209, Tekfen Tower K:10, 4. one hour. Daily 7am-11pm. Levent. T: 0212 317 4600. Small Group Sightseeing www.sürmelihotels.com. Prof. Dr. Bülent Tarcan Russia, www.turkey.mid.ru. İstiklal Cad. 219, Sok. 3, Gayrettepe. T: 0212 272 1161. Beyoğlu. T: 0212 292 5101. From $75 On Full Day Tours Spain, Karanfil Aralığı Sok. 16, 1. Levent. URBAN STATION—Offering an ideal working T: 0212 270 7410. environment in its high-ceilinged, comfortable Sweden, www.swedenabroad.com. İstiklal Cad. 497, and colourful venue, Urban Station is a special Beyoğlu. T: 0212 334 0600. office-café designed for mobile workers. Switzerland, Büyükdere Cad. 173, 1. Levent Plaza Mon-Fri 8am-8pm. www.enjoyurbanstation.com. A Blok K:3, Levent. T: 0212 283 1282. Dereboyu Cad. Meydan Sok. Veko Giz 85, Şişli. United Arab Emirates, www.uaeconsulate.com.tr. T: 0212 290 4050. Büyükdere Cad. Meşeli Sok. 11, 4. Levent. WİNDOWİST—Windowist raises the bar on the T: 0212 317 9257. instant office concept with full office services 24/7, United Kingdom, www.britishembassy.org.tr. offering smart, innovative solutions in İstanbul’s Meşrutiyet Cad. 34, Tepebaşı, Beyoğlu. financial and residential centre of Maslak. www. T: 0212 334 6400. windowist.com. Eski Büyükdere Cad. 26, Maslak. USA, www.istanbul.usconsulate.gov. İstinye Mah. T: 0212 214 7000. Kaplıcalar Mevkii 2, İstinye. T: 0212 335 9000. Pharmacies Emergency, Medical Pharmacies are open during day until 7:30pm. EMERGENCY AMBULANCE—Public. Every day, a different pharmacy remains open Open 24 hours. T: 112. for 24 hours as a night pharmacy in every MEDLINE—Private ambulance service. neighbourhood. The names of the night Open 24 hours. T: 0212 331 2000-444 1212. pharmacies are displayed on the window of every pharmacy. Pharmacists can check blood AMERICAN HOSPITAL—Vehbi Koç Foundation pressure, dress minor wounds and provide American Hospital is a foundation-owned, recommendations on medical assistance. acute general care hospital. Each year the www.treczane.com. Hospital serves 150.000 patients, providing a comprehensive array of primary care and specialty Rent A Car services. The medical staff includes over 500 AVIS—www.avis.com.tr. T: 444 2847. Hagia Sophia active and visiting physicians. The Hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission International. BUDGET—www.budget.com.tr. T: 444 4722. www.amerikanhastanesi.org. Güzelbahçe Sok. 20, TOUR HIGHLIGHTS Nişantaşı. T: 0212 444 3777. INTER LIMOUSINE—www.interlimousine.com.tr. • Small group max 14 participants Inter Kat Otoparkı, Cemal Reşit Rey Konser Salonu MEDAMERICAN OUTPATIENT CLINIC— • English speaking only Altı, Harbiye. T: 0212 444 9977. 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