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

18 Galleries National and commercial art galleries.

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

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

50 dining Listings by neighbourhood and cuisine

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

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Enjoy Ballet Revolucíon’s unique blend of ballet on the cover and street dance, hit songs by rock group Vakko: Luxury shopping with Aerosmith, and a concert by singer-songwriter fashionable collections. Ayo. 18 MUST-SEE EXHIBITIONS Visit and view designs by American STAY IN TOUCH Follow us on twitter 100% TURKISH DELICACIES pop artist Andy Warhol, and exhibitions by English @where-istanbul 10 Steak n More Istan’bul Restaurant at the Radisson contemporary artist Stephen Chambers. Like us on facebook.com/ Blu Şişli Hotel serves meat and fish dishes created whereistanbulmagazine JUSTIN ON THE STAGE by chef Fikret Özdemir from completely local 22 Where is the largest global ingredients. American star Justin Timberlake puts on a publisher of visitor magazines, magnificent show with his songs. available in the finest hotels and operating in 76 cities worldwide.

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WHERE MAGAZINE İSTANBUL İstanbul, Ablaze with Judas Trees EDiTORIAL EDITOR Dilek Koç As the warm spring sun gives hints of things to come, İstanbul is at its finest. MANAGING DIRECTOR Gürkan Kınacı This month promises several energy-filled concerts including Justin Timberlake, Contributing editor Emma Levine Aerosmith and Pink Martini (p. 23). Don’t miss the bewitching atmosphere of Hypnos, englısh edıtorıal dırector Bob Beer DesignerS Tijen Tezel, Yasemin Şahin Ballet Revolucíon at Zorlu Center (p. 23), and the annual Chill Out Festival where you contrıbutors Ardan Zentürk, Özden Akbal can hear over 20 different musicians (p. 24). deputy edıtor Özlem Aykın Kınacı oaykin@ whereistanbul.com.tr The fine spring days offer the perfect excuse to go out and explore the city’s photo edıtor Sami Atalan backstreets, or take a walk along the coastline and breathe in the air. consultant Aynur Koç Experience the authentic side of İstanbul as you stroll the streets in the historic responsıble edıtor Aslı Koç districts of , Bebek, Caddebostan, Fener or Balat. The warming weather ADVERTISING & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT SALES DIRECTOR Selen Uzeroğlu Kaya means open terraces at many venues for alfresco birds-eye views of Pera, the historic [email protected] peninsula and the Bosphorus. City Lights, Mangerie, Vogue and 360 are just a few busıness development & marketıng that we can heartily recommend. marketing dırEctor Mahmut Bölükbaş [email protected] Art lovers shouldn’t leave İstanbul without visiting the fine exhibitions at the Sakıp Evren Satır [email protected] Sabancı Museum and Salt Beyoğlu (p. 21). At Pera Museum, we urge you to visit the productıon Andy Warhol and Stephen Chambers exhibition (p. 18). productıon manager Aybüke Kevser assıstant Selda Ceylan Toprak has its famous cherry blossoms but in İstanbul, it’s the brilliant pink Judas Trees controller Yıldırım Uğurgelen that steal the show. If you do nothing else, make sure to take a Bosphorus tour, see the fresh green hillsides splashed with pink, and hear the stories of the majestic waterfront mansions and palaces. We’re sure it will be one of the most memorable experiences of your stay. where (c), cee & dıvısıon United Guides Hungary Have a wonderful month, MANAGING DIRECTOR András Wiszkidenszky regıonal manager Bianca Otero 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 - Intercontinental İstanbul 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 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

2 WHERE İstanbul I MAY 2014 MAY 2014www.wheretraveler.com I İstanbUl WHERE 53 Where now | CALENDAR MAY Savour fresh fish and at Sur Balık, 1 one of the city’s finest fish restaurants (p. 54). Take a boat to the Prince’s Islands and 2 relax on a horse-and-carriage ride (p. 68) Don’t miss the famous musical The Hunchback of HOT DATES 3 Notre Dame at Zorlu Center PSM (p. 23) Check out the colourful designer label 4 summer collections at İstinyePark (p. 34) FRIDAY-SATURDAY Explore historic churches and the layers of 5 cultures in the historic Balat district. See The Gali Collection store’s home and 6 yacht collections and original designs (p. 43) Tour Topkapı Palace, home to Ottoman 7 Sultans and symbol of İstanbul history (p. 16) 9-10 Browse for antiques in Çukurcuma and design BALLET REVOLUCION 8 shops on ’s Serdar-ı Ekrem St. (p. 32) Featuring some of Cuba’s finest Watch Ballet Revolución, with Cuba’s most dancers, Ballet Revolución 9 talented dancers, at Zorlu Center PSM (p. 23) combines genres ranging from Stroll across Galata Bridge to see the fishermen ballet to street dancing, backed up 10 and views of İstanbul’s famous skyline. by R&B, hip hop and Latin American Have coffee in Bağdat Caddesi’s relaxing cafes music. Catch this explosive 11 and check the bookstores (p. 32) performance at Zorlu Center PSM Take a walk in flower-filled Gülhane Park (p. 23). 12 and feel the warm breath of spring. Enjoy dinner and cocktails at Nişantaşı’s new 13 fine-dining restaurant, Nopa (p. 54) Experience the true spirit of rock at the 14 Aerosmith concert, at İTÜ Stadium (p. 23) WEDNESDAY See the exhibition on 600 years of Ottoman- 15 Polish history at Sakıp Sabancı Museum (p. 21) Experience hot Latin dance with the Afro Cuban 16 All Stars at İstanbul Lütfi Kırdar (p. 23) Enjoy Dutch electronic music performer 14 17 Hardwell in his Küçükçiftlik Park concert (p. 23) AEROSMITH Get your bearings at the top of , 18 with its 360º views over İstanbul (p. 13) Legendary American rock group Aerosmith is at İTÜ Stadium in a Be tempted by top quality children’s clothing 19 and accessories at Miki House (p. 38) concert of their favourite hits plus numbers from their latest album, Enjoy a concert tonight by European folk 20 and soul singer Ayo at İş Sanat (p. 23) Music From Another Dimension (p. 23). Buy a ticket for Garanti Jazz Green concerts, 21 continuing at Nardis Jazz Club (p. 23) View Rabih Mroué’s exhibition on the Syrian war, 22 The Pixelated Revolution, at Salt Beyoğlu (p. 21) See Pink Martini perform from their latest 23 album, A Little Dream, at İş Sanat (p. 23) TUESDAY Enjoy a leisurely morning stroll along Bebek’s 24 waterfront, then breakfast at Mangerie (p. 53) Have an unforgettable music-filled Sunday 25 at the Chill Out Festival at Life Park (p. 24) See Justin Timberlake’s İstanbul debut on his 26 20/20 Experience tour, at İTÜ Stadium (p. 23) 20 Discover beautiful Anatolian ceramics, rugs AYO 27 and jewellery at Nakkaş store (p. 38) Popular German-Nigerian soul Stroll around Beyoğlu and stop for a drink and folk singer-songwriter, who 28 in one of Asmalımescit’s many bars (p. 32) has won awards throughout Sample unique mezes and enjoy the view Europe, Ayo tonight performs 29 from the huge windows at Duble (p. 25) from her latest album, Ticket To Explore the Grand Bazaar to find your favourite The World (p. 23). 30 leather bag, jewellery and traditional crafts (p. 32) Spend a romantic evening at waterfront 31 Anjelique, with music and cocktails (p. 25)

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Fikret Özdemir What are your signature dishes? stuffed vegetables cooked with olive oil. Executive Chef I’d recommend choosing a seafood My own personal favourite is tandır kebap. appetizer then a meat dish for a main dish. You can sample these dishes at Güler Tell us how you began For example you could begin with shrimp Osmanlı Mutfağı in Kadıköy, and Osmani at your career? and goat cheese gratin and a meze plate; İstinye Park. I chose my profession the lamb shank and chops would be a What are your favourite Istanbul places to because I loved eating! I good main; and then end with a visit in your spare time? started out in Lausanne, Switzerland; my like künefe or the Anatolian cheese dessert. I go to Topkapı Palace at least once a year. first hotel experience was at the What is your opinion Besides that, I love the Flower Passage Marriott Hotel in 1999. After going on to about Turkish (Çiçek Pasajı), the Grand Bazaar, the work in cities including Lisbon, Monaco and cuisine? , the fish market in Hamburg, I finally returned to İstanbul. is Karakoy, and the coastline at What can you reveal about your one of the most Bostancı. Reina and Nomads, restaurant’s menu? varied in the both in Ortaköy, are two The menu is certified in my name, and is world, and I’d nightspots I enjoy visiting. mostly centred around meat and fish. All love to create our products and flavours are local; we use a steakhouse Radisson Blu Hotel, İstanbul 100% Turkish meat at our restaurant, and with a Turkish Şişli, 19 Mayıs Cad. 12, Şişli. we have no imported wine or cheeses on concept. The top T: 0212 375 0000. the menu. Turkish dishes are

10 WHERE İstanbul I MAY 2014 Please find Museum Pass İstanbul for opportunities www.museum.gov.tr SIGHTSEEING & MUSEUMS SIGHTSEEING & MUSEUMS events. Requires prior appointment by phone. education. Daily 10am-8pm. Museum Pass TL 5. Topkapı Palace 1st Courtyard, Sultanahmet, Advantage Point (%20 discount on tickets) Sightseeing Eminönü. T: 0212 512 0480. www.jurassicland.com.tr. Forum İstanbul, Kocatepe Basilica Cistern (Yerebatan Sarnıcı) F5. Mah. Paşa Cad. Bayrampaşa. T: 0212 640 8088. The largest covered cistern in İstanbul, named after Museum Shopping Centre Map (p.36). a basilica once located nearby. Built during the (Ayasofya Müzesi) reign of Justinian I (527-565) to provide water for Built between 532 and 537 by Byzantine Emperor Kılıç Ali Paşa Mosque neighbouring palaces. 143m long, 65m wide, Justinian I in the old city centre, Hagia Sophia, or This mosque, designed by Mimar Sinan, resembles with a total area of 9,800 square metres. Open daily Church of the Holy Wisdom, is the oldest and most a small Hagia Sophia, and is adorned with famous between 09:00 am and 17:00 pm Admission fee: TL quickly constructed cathedral in the world, and Iznik tiles of the period. It also includes a külliye, or 10. www.yerebatan.com. Alemdar Mah. Yerebatan fourth largest in terms of its area. A masterpiece complex consisting of a Turkish bath, a tomb and a Cad. 1/3, Sultanahmet. T: 0212 522 1259. F5. of art, history and architecture, it served two madrassah. , Beyoğlu. D5. Cistern Of Philoxenos Abrahamic religions -916 years as the central church of the Byzantine Empire and 477 years as Maiden’s Tower (Kız Kulesi) (Binbirdirek Sarnıcı) mosque - before being converted into a museum Built on a small Bosphorus islet off the coast of The second-largest water reservoir in İstanbul in 1935. Tue-Sun 9am-6pm. Admission fee: TL 25. Üsküdar, the Maiden’s Tower has been at the centre after the Basilica Cistern, this structure was built of many myths. According to one, it was built by Museum Pass Point Sultanahmet. in the 4th century according to Byzantine sources. an emperor to protect his daughter who he saw T: 0212 522 0989. F5. When Emperor Constantine I rebuilt the city, it die of snakebite in a dream. The effort proved was constructed to provide water to the Byzantine İstanbul Aquarium futile as the snake hid itself in a fruit basket and palace. Columns bear pyramid-shaped capitals. The İstanbul Aquarium is the world’s largest bit her anyway. Having served as a customshouse, The Cistern of Philoxenos serves as a museum thematic aquarium, and has received huge positive watchtower, lighthouse, radar station, and today. Daily 9am-8pm. Admission fee: TL 10. response from the public. Daily 10am-8pm. warehouse throughout its 2,500-year history, it www.binbirdirek.com. İmran Öktem Cad. 4, www.istanbulakvaryum.com. Şenlikköy Mah. also marked the entrance of the Bosphorus. The Binbirdirek, Sultanahmet. T: 0212 518 1001. F5. Yeşilköy Halkalı Cad. 93, Florya. foundations and most of the lower storey of the Dolmabahçe Palace Museum T: 0212 444 9744. Off map. tower were built during the reign of Mehmet II, and it took its final shape during the reign of Mahmut (Dolmabahçe Sarayı Müzesi) Jurassic Land II. Daily 9am-00:30am. Museum cafe 9am-6:45pm. Commissioned by Sultan Abdülmecit I, this palace Jurassic Land invites you to discover the world Live music-dinner (Reservations required) 8:15pm- was built between 1843 and 1856. It reflects the of the dinosaurs, where these most magnificent 12:30am. Museum Pass Advantage Point (25% off Western influence in Ottoman architecture in creatures – the last of which died out 65 million adult tickets and 20% discount on Breakfast/Lunch/ the late 18th century. Design contains eclectic years ago – come back to life. Designed in an Dinner/Brunch purchases) elements from the baroque, rococo and ‘edutainment’ concept combining fun and www.kizkulesi.com.tr. Mevkii, Üsküdar. neoclassical styles. It served as Atatürk’s residence D7. during the early Republican Period and hosted many high level foreign guests before being converted into a museum. Daily open except Mon&Thu 9am-3pm. Admission fee: TL 40. www.dolmabahce.gov.tr. Dolmabahçe Cad. Beşiktaş. T: 0212 236 9000. B7.

Galata Tower (Galata Kulesi) Located in the Galata district, it was built in 1348 by the Genoese in addition to the city walls to defend the region from outside attacks. The tower has Ageless a superb panoramic view of the Bosphorus, the A Treasure Trove of Herbs and the city. The restaurant located Fun! at the top floor of the tower offers Turkish and international dishes. Daily 9am-7pm. Admission and Medicinal Plants Children will also enjoy the face fee: TL 13. www.galatatower.net. Bereketzade Mah. Büyük Hendek Cad. 2, , Şişhane. painting activities, and there’s An L-shaped building dating to 1600, the Spice Bazaar, also known as T: 0212 293 8180. D4. always fun to be had with the Galata Mevlevihanesi the Egyptian Bazaar, is a historic market specializig in every imaginable Turkuazoo mascots. Visitors Founded in the late 15th century, this Mevlevi kind of herb, spice and dried medicinal plants. aged 14 and above can dive lodge is a fine place to acquaint yourself with the with the sharks and experience Islamic Mystic philosophy and practices which his bustling bazaar replaced a similar mosque however until separated by a fire one of the most breathtaking hold such an important place Anatolia’s cultural market which stood here during in 1940, after which it gained its present adventures of a lifetime – no heritage. Operating as a museum since the last quarter of the 20th century, this historical site Byzantine times, the Makron Envalos. appearance, reopening in 1943 after a three- previous experience required! T consists of three floors, including the Semâhâne, Originally a part of the complex of the year restoration. Over time, many of the where the dervishes perform their famous ritual Valide Sultan Mosque (the “Mother of the spice and herb shops have been replaced whirling dance. The museum’s collection also Sultan” mosque, better by shops selling tourist items. Despit this, includes calligraphic panels, musical instruments, known as the “New it is still home to many shops selling costumes and other items from Mevlevi culture. Mosque”) alongside village cheeses, charcuterie, spices Daily open except Tuesdays. Museum Pass Point www.rumievlevi.com.tr. Galip Dede Cad. 22, Stunning Mosaics it, it was known as and natural remedies. A beautiful Don’t be put off by the plain brick exterior of the Kariye Museum – inside this former Beyoğlu. T: 0212 252 0773. D5. the Valide Çarşısı surviving piece of İstanbul’s old church, the Byzantine Church of Chora, are some of the world’s finest examples until it became way of life, it is also stands as one of Hagia Irene Museum of 14th-century Byzantine art. Intricate mosaics, frescoes and splendid butterflied Located in the outer courtyard of the Topkapı marble panels depict biblical scenes, which were plastered over when converted independent the most faithful examples of the Palace, Hagia Irene is a Byzantine structure dating into a mosque after the Conquest of . It was only in 1948 that it was from it and took Ottoman traditional markets. back to the 4th century. It is the second largest its present name. It Byzantine church after Hagia Sophia and the only discovered and restored by the American Byzantine Society and converted into a remained physically www.misircarsisi.org one with a surviving atrium. Also open for special museum (p. 14). events and ceremonies, the museum hosts various connected to the Eminönü Meydanı, Fatih.

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Miniatürk Chora Museum (Kariye Müzesi) Houses, where the founder of the Turkish Republic Sadberk Hanım Museum Covering an area of 60,000 square metres, First built as part of a monastery in 534, this Mustafa Kemal Atatürk stayed frequently between Funded by the Vehbi Koç Foundation, this museum Miniatürk is the largest model park in the world, is the only remaining structure from a larger 1912 and 1919, was also the residence of his mother is located in a renovated old waterfront mansion. displaying 105 1/25 scale models of major complex. Since its construction, it has seen major Zübeyde Hanım, his sister Makbule Atadan and his Exhibiting a collection of archaeological artefacts, structures in the Turkish and former Ottoman renovations in the 11th and 14th centuries. The adopted son, Abdurrahim Tunçak. Now a museum it earned the 1988 Europa Nostra Award for its region. Open daily between 09:00 am and 17:30 pm modern building consists mostly of the portions displaying Atatürk’s belongings and historical modern museum practices. Thu-Tue 10am-5pm. Admission fee: TL 10. www.miniaturk.com.tr. Borsa renovated during the Ottoman and Republican items from the time. Süleyman Seba Cad. Admission fee: TL 7. Museum Pass Advantage Durağı Mevkii. İmrahor Cad. Sütlüce. periods. Its magnificent mosaics and frescos are Akaretler Sıraevler, 36, Beşiktaş. Point (You can buy the ticket with a special discount) T: 0212 222 2882. among the finest examples of Byzantiane art. Daily www.sadberkhanimmuzesi.org.tr. Büyükdere Off map. T: 0212 236 3329. A7. except Wed 9am-6pm. Admission fee: TL 15. Cad. 25/29, Sarıyer. T: 0212 242 3813. Off map. Sapphire Museum Pass Point Ayvansaray Mah. Military Museum (Askeri Müze)

A hot destination since the day it opened, Kariye Camii Sok. 26, Edirnekapı, Fatih. Constructed in 1841 as a Military Academy, this Sakıp Sabancı Museum Sapphire’s observation deck offers a stunning 360° building serves today as the Military Museum. The main building of this museum is a villa built in T: 0212 631 9241. C2. panorama that takes in the Galata Tower, Hagia 5,000 objects selected from the museum’s 1927 by Italian architect Eduard De Nari for Prince Sophia, the Bosphorus and more. Daily 10am- Doğançay Museum collection of 45,000 items include arms, uniforms, Muhammad Ali Hasan of the Egyptian Khedive 10pm. www.istanbulsapphire.com. Emniyet Evleri, Housed in an historical 5-storey building, this tents, flags, swords, helmets and Ottoman-era family. Purchased by the Sabancı Family in 1950. In Eski Büyükdere Cad. 1/1, . museum presents paintings by Adil Doğançay and artefacts. One of the oldest military bands in the 1998, it was given to Sabancı University along with T: 0212 268 8383. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). his world-renowned son Burhan Doğançay. Free of world, the Janissary Band gives concerts between its collections and furniture to serve as a museum. charge. Daily 10am-6pm. Admission free. 3 and 4pm. Wed-Sun 9am-5pm. Admission fee: TL The mansion houses a rich calligraphy and painting Turkuazoo www.dogancaymuseum.org. 4. www.tsk.tr. Valikonağı Cad. 2, Harbiye. collection. Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun 10am-6pm. 10am- Turkey’s first public aquarium, Turkuazoo is situated Hüseyin Ağa Mah. Balo Sok. 42, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 233 2720. B6. 8pm, Wed & Fri 10am-8pm. Free entrance at in the huge Forum İstanbul shopping centre. In T: 0212 244 7770. C5. Wednesdays. Museum Pass Advantage Point (TL8 addition to observing marine life, visitors can Naval Museum (Deniz Müzesi) for adult ticket and 10% discount on Museum Gift also experience one of the most breath taking İstanbul Archaeological Museums Largest maritime museum in Turkey and among the Shop) muze.sabanciuniv.edu. Sakıp Sabancı activities of a life time; Diving with Sharks. Mon-Sun (İstanbul Arkeoloji Müzeleri) most important worldwide with its rich collection Cad. 42, Emirgan. T: 0212 277 2200. Off map. 10am-5pm. www.turkuazoo.com. Forum İstanbul Founded in 1891 by painter and archaeologist of 40,000 items. Barges, marine uniforms, Shopping Center, Kocatepe Mah. Paşa Cad. 5/5, , this museum houses artefacts manuscripts, scale models, standards, maps, Santralistanbul Bayrampaşa. T: 0212 640 2015. from the many civilizations that have left their paintings, sultans’ seals, coats of arms, galleys, The first power plant in the , Shopping Centre Map (p.36). marks upon history. It is also the first museum navigation tools and weaponry. Tue-Sun 9am-5pm. this complex was later upgraded in keeping with founded in Turkey, and considered one of the ten Yıldız Palace, Şale Mansıon Admission fee: TL 5. www.denizmuzeleri.tsk.tr. advances in technology and served İstanbul until foremost of its kind in the world. It is actually three Deniz Müzesi Komutanlığı, Barbaros Hayrettin Cad. 1983 as the Silahtarağa Power Plant. Now within (Yıldız Sarayı, Şale Köşk) different museums under the same administration: Beşiktaş. T: 0212 327 4345. B7. the campus of a private university, the historical Part of Yıldız Palace, Şale Köşk is one of the most The Archaeological Museum, the Ancient Orient building has recently been renovated to serve as fascinating examples of 19th-century Ottoman Museum (Eski Şark Eserleri Müzesi) and Panorama 1453 History Museum an art and culture centre. Highlights include the architecture. It consists of three main buildings Museum (Çinili Köşk Müzesi), which together form Witness the conquest of İstanbul 560 years later old engine rooms preserved to establish an Energy constructed in between 1880 and 1898, located an outstanding attraction in the city. and relive the moment Mehmet II entered the Museum, plus contemporary art exhibitions and in a garden surrounded by high walls. Its last two www.istanbularkeoloji.gov.tr. Tue-Sun 9am-4pm. city. Open daily between 08:30 am and 17:30 pm cultural events. Tue-Sun 10am-8pm. Admission fee: sections were constructed to host Kaiser Wilhelm Admission fee: TL 10. www.panoramikmuze.com. Admission fee: TL 15. Museum Pass Point (10% TL 15TL. www..org. Eski Silahtarağa II during his visit to İstanbul. Daily except Mon-Thu Maltepe Mah., Topkapı Kültür Parkı Panorama 1453 discount at the Shop and Café) Cankurtaran Elektrik Santralı, Kazım Karabekir Cad. 2/6, Eyüp. 9:30am-4pm. www.millisaraylar.gov.tr. Admission Tarih Müzesi Topkapı – Zeytinburnu. Mah., Alemdar Cad Osman Hamdi Bey Yokuşu, T: 0212 311 7809. Off map. fee: TL 10. Palanga Cad. 53, Yıldız, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 415 1453. Sultanahmet. T: 0212 520 7740. E5. Off map. T: 0212 259 8977. A8. TBMM Department Pera Museum İstanbul Modern Of National Palaces Art Museum Non-profit cultural institution offering exhibitions Founded by the Suna and İnan Kıraç Foundation, The Apartment of the Heir Apparent at museums and events held with the support of private museum hosts three permanent collections Dolmabahçe Palace, itself an architectural symbol including Anatolian weights and measures, Kütahya Adam Mickiewicz Museum individuals, institutions and establishments as well of the princes’ adoption of a free lifestyle, has been tiles and ceramics, and orientalist art, consisting of Residence of one of Poland’s three national poets, as local governments through joint projects. converted into a world-class museum. Opened in 300 paintings. Tue-Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 12am-6pm. who came to Turkey during the Crimean War to Tue-Sun 10am-6pm, Thu 10am-8pm. March 2014, the museum displays 202 paintings Admission fee: TL 10. Museum Pass Advantage organize the Polish troops on the allied side. Admission fee: TL 14. www.istanbulmodern.org. depicting the late Ottoman Empire. 174 of the Point (20% off adult tickets and 10% discount on Tue-Sun 9am-4:30pm. Admission free. Serdar Meclisi Mebusan Cad. Liman İşletmeleri Müd. works are from the National Palaces Collection; the Perakende Artshop and Pera Café) Ömer Cad. Tatlı Badem Sok. 17, . Antrepo 4, Karaköy. T: 0212 334 7300. D5. remaining 28 are from Topkapı Palace. www.peramuzesi.org.tr. Meşrutiyet Cad. 65, T: 0212 237 2545. Tue-Wed 9am-5pm. Fri-Sun 9am-5pm. B5. İstanbul Railway Museum Tepebaşı. T: 0212 334 9900. C5. www.dolmabahce.gov.tr. Dolmabahçe Cad. Aşiyan Museum This collection of 300 rail-related items explores Press Museum (Basın Müzesi) Beşiktaş. T: 0212 236 9000. B7. Residence of prominent poet and writer Tevfik all aspects of the Turkish Railways, including items Transformed into a museum in 1988, this is the Fikret. Personal belongings of Tevfik Fikret and from the original Orient Express. Tue-Sat 9am- The Museum Of Innocence first press museum in Turkey and the fourth in the Abdülhak Hamid as well as photographs and 5pm. Sirkeci Train Station, Eminönü. The Masumiyet Müzesi (‘Museum of Innocence’), world. The incredible variety of objects exhibited belongings of other prominent members of the T: 0212 520 6575. E5. inspired by the 2008 novel of the same name includes lithography samples, platen machines, Edebiyat-ı Cedide literary movement. Free of by Nobel prize-winner Orhan Pamuk, is the first Museum for the History of Science and letterpresses, proofing tables, old typewriters and charge. Tue-Sat 9am-4pm. Bebek, Aşiyan Yolu 15. museum in history inspired by a novel and made Technology in Islam (İstanbul İslam telex machines. Mon-Fri 10am-5pm. Admission T: 0212 263 6986. reality. Museum Pass Advantage Point (30 % off Off map. Bilim ve Teknoloji Tarihi Müzesi) free. Divanyolu Cad. 76, Çemberlitaş. adult tickets, 10% discount on Museum Gift Shop This museum displays modern copies of inventions T: 0212 513 8458. Palace Museum F4. and Café) www.masumiyetmuzesi.org.

(Beylerbeyi Sarayı Müzesi and discoveries by Muslim scholars which were Rahmi M. Koç Museum Çukurcuma Cad. Dalgıç Çıkmazı, 2, Beyoğlu. Built by architect Serkis Balyan during the reign used for centuries but largely forgotten. The The first major museum in Turkey dedicated T: 0212 252 9738. C5. of Sultan Abdülaziz (1861-1865), this replaced the displays illustrate clearly how works of Islamic to the history of transportation, industry and previous wooden waterfront palace. Previously science in areas including astronomy, geography, The Quincentennial Foundation communication. Located on the shores of the it was generally used in summers, particularly to mathematics, optics, medicine, chemistry, Museum Of Turkish Jews Golden Horn, its collection includes thousands of host foreign heads of state including the Prince technology and architecture were discovered, (500. Yıl Vakfı Türk Musevileri Müzesi) objects from gramophone needles to ships and of Serbia, King of Montenegro, Shah of Iran and reached Europe via various routes, and gradually (Also Known As Jewish Museum) aircrafts. Tue-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat-Sun 10am-6pm. French Empress Eugenie. Garden contains a absorbed into those cultures. Museum Pass Point Historical documents, information and objects Gülhane Parkı İçi, Eminönü, Fatih. Admission fee: TL 12,50. Museum Pass Advantage cafeteria and sales booths. Daily except Mon&Thu documenting the 700-year of history of Jewry in Point (20% off adult tickets and 10% discount on 9am-4pm. Admission fee: TL 20. Abdullahağa Cad. www.ibttm.org. T: 0212 528 8065. E5. the Ottoman Empire. A work by sculptor Nadia gift shop purchases) www.rmk-museum.org. Beylerbeyi, Üsküdar. T: 0216 321 9320. Arditti to commemorate the Turkish-Jewish Off map. Mustafa Kemal Museum tr. Hasköy Cad. 5, Hasköy. T: 0212 369 6600. B3. soldiers fallen while defending their country greets This three-storey house in the Akaretler Row visitors at the entrance. Mon-Thu 10am-4pm, Fri-

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to be originally built with six minarets, and stands Kazım Orbay Cad.Efe Sok. 29, Şişli. MOSQUES out on the city’s skyline from the Bosphorus. It churches AND T: 0212 240 6599. Off map. is also known as the Blue Mosque for the İznik İstanbul’s mosques are among the most Church Of St. George Of Fener Greek outstanding witnesses to the city’s long history. tiles that adorn its interior. Entering the structure Churches and synagogues hold an important place Orthodox Patriarchate Each has a unique history and architecture, and through one of its three gates, visitors are greeted in the vast cultural geography of İstanbul, which The centre of the Orthodox Christian world, this is open to visitors at vario times of the day. by its rich and colourful ornamentation including has served as capital of three major empires over church hosts many relics including the column on The following is a list of some of the highlights. engravings, tiles and stained glass windows 1,600 years. The following are the most important which Jesus was whipped and remains of three Most open daily from dawn to sunset. that complement the grandeur of its exterior. of Istanbul’s churches and synagogues for their great saints. Fener Rum Patrikhanesi, Dr. Sadık No admittance during the Friday prayer times Sultanahmet. T: 0212 458 4468. F4/F5. history and architecture. Synagogues require a Ahmet Cad. 35, Haliç. T: 0212 531 5152. C3. between approx 12pm-1pm. Before entering the Süleymaniye Mosque permit, available from the İstanbul Chief Rabbinate. mosque, visitors should cover their arms and legs; Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church Commissioned by Sultan Süleyman I (Süleyman the T: 0212 293 8794. women should cover their heads. Magnificient), this mosque was built between 1550- Located at the intersection of Sıraselviler Street Armenian Patriarchate and İstiklal Street in , this church is a Eyüp Sultan Mosque 1557 by Sinan the Architect. Described as a work Just a 20-minute walk from Hagia Sophia, the Blue synthesis of Byzantine and modern architecture Located in Eyüp on the northern tip of the Golden from Sinan’s apprenticeship period, the mosque is Mosque and Topkapı Palace. In 2001, almost the with a cruciform plan and twin bell towers. Horn, where one of the first followers of Islam, Eyyubu actually part of the Süleymaniye Complex (Külliye), entire Armenian community of İstanbul celebrated Daily 9am-5pm. Meşelik Sok. 11/1, Taksim. El-Ensari was buried after he was killed during the also including a madrasah (religious school), the 540th anniversary of the Armenian Patriarchate T: 0212 244 1358. C5. Arab siege of Constantinople. Mehmed II ordered library, hospital, bath, soup kitchen, treasury at this church. Open Mon-Fri 9am-4pm. the construction of a shrine and a mosque on the and shops. Resting on four massive columns, the Neve Sevgi Sok. 6, Kumkapı. location. The first mosque, which was completed in mosque’s dome is 53 metres high and 26.5 metres The most famous Jewish synagogue in the city. T: 0212 517 0970. 1458, was later destroyed, with the present structure in diameter. Its interior is subtly decorated, with B4. , weddings, funerals, brit milahs, bar/bat the windows on the mihrab wall executed in with constructed by Uzun Hüseyin Efendi between 1798 Ayios Dimitrios Church mitzvahs as well as high holidays are celebrated stained glass. Süleymaniye, Beyazıt. and 1800. Eyüp. T: 0212 418 9393. A1. Unusually for a 16th century Greek Orthodox here. Büyük Hendek Cad. 67, Kuledibi, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 532 0623. E3/E4. church, it displays clear Ottoman architectural T: 0212 293 7566. D4. Hirka-I Şerif Mosque influence. Formerly the church of Ayios Athanasios, Built in 1851 by Sultan Abdülmecid in Ottoman Valide Sultan Mosque (Yeni Camii) St. Anthony Of Padua Church it is said to have changed its name when an icon of style, to house the Hırka-ı Şerif (the cloak of the Located in Eminönü Square next to the Egyptian Roman Catholic church with the largest St. Dimitrios was brought here from a small church Prophet Mohammed presented to him by Uwais al- Bazaar (Spice Market), this mosque in the centre congregation in İstanbul. The entrance to the in the Kasımpaşa district. Kurtuluş Square, the last Qarani) this mosque is open throughout the month of a complex is one of the most glorious of the church is between the two apartment buildings bus stop on Kurtuluş Cad. Atesböceği Sok. 2, Şişli. of Ramadan. Daily 10am-4.30pm. Fatih. monumental mosques built on the coastline. It was where priests reside. Reinforced concrete T: 0212 250 6248. Off map. T: 0212 631 6453. D2. commissioned by Safiye Sultan in 1597 and built by construction built in Italian neo-Gothic style by Architect Davud Ağa, an apprentice of Sinan. Beth Synagogue architect Guillio Mongeri. Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Nuruosmaniye Mosque Upon his death in 1598, Dalgıç Ahmet Çavuş Built in 1920, this synagogue provides religious Sun 9am-12:30pm, 2pm-5pm. Commissioned by Sultan Mahmut I in 1748, this became its architect. Largely destroyed by a fire in Turkish-Ottoman services under the Neve Shalom Foundation. It İstiklal Cad. 171, Galatasaray, Beyoğlu. mosque was completed during the reign of his 1660, it was reopened in 1665. Eminönü. E4. is the most active synagogue in Turkey. Bomonti, T: 0212 244 0935. C5. Architectural Blend brother Osman III, built by Mustafa Aga. With its Inside the lush Yıldız Park, discover the site of Yıldız Palace which includes several baroque style and the three-dimensional stone additional buildings including ornate mansions, a hamam (Turkish bath) and a patterns, it is one of its kind in world architecture. The mosque’s two minarets feature the first stone theatre. Attaining its present appearance during the reign of Sultan Abdülhamid combs used instead of lead ones. Nuruosmaniye, (1876-1909), it also houses Sultan Abdülhamid II’s personal effects as well as Eminönü. T: 0212 513 0692. E4. products of the Yıldız Porcelain Factory. Stop for tea in one of the terraced cafes Ortaköy Mosque with views over the terraced park (p. 16). Located next to Ortaköy Pier, this mosque was commissioned by Sultan Abdülmecit to Karabet Balyan. The structure underwent restoration Sat 10am-2pm. Admission fee: TL 10. including precious examples of stone, metal, between 1960 and 1972. It is a baroque structure www.muze500.com. Karaköy Meydanı, Perçemli ceramic and glass objects as well as manuscripts. featuring a single dome with two slim minarets. Sok. 1 (Behind Selanik Arcade), Karaköy. Hand-woven Turkish carpets dating from 13th White stone was used for walls, mosaic and T: 0212 292 6333. D5. to 20th centuries. The lower floor of the carpets marble for the mihrab, and porphyry for the pulpit. section hosts an ethnography section exhibiting Ortaköy, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 359 5908. A9. Topkapı Palace (Topkapı Sarayı) Built in 1478, during the reign of Mehmet II (the Turkish daily life over the centuries. Tue-Sun Rüstem Paşa Mosque Conqueror), Topkapı Palace served as the seat 9am-5pm. Admission fee: TL 10. Museum Pass This mosque in the Tahtakale area, near the Point www.tiem.org. İbrahim Paşa Sarayı, of government of the Ottoman Empire and Egyptian (Spice) Market, was commissioned to the the residence of Sultans for 380 years, until Sultanahmet. T: 0212 518 1805. F4. famous architect Sinan by the daughter of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent. Begun in the year 1561, the construction of Dolmabahçe Palace. It was Yıldız Palace Museums organised as a museum during the reign of it is a classical Ottoman structure, adorned with Abdülhamid II, but not opened to the public until (Yıldız Sarayı Müzeleri) beautiful 16th-century Iznik tiles bearing floral 1924. It consists of several sections, including Complex of former imperial Ottoman pavilions and and fruit motifs. Tue-Sun 9am-12pm, 1pm-5pm. the Imperial Gate, the First Courtyard (Court of villas representing the last examples of Ottoman Hasırcılar Çarşısı, Eminönü. F4. the Janissaries), the Second Courtyard (Divan palace architecture. The first building in the area Sokullu Mehmet Paşa Mosque Square), the Third Courtyard (Enderun Courtyard), was constructed during the reign of Ahmet I in With a single dome and minaret, and built in the Fourth Courtyard (Imperial Sofa) and the the 17th century. The palace in its current form Kadırga in 1507, this mosque was commissioned Harem. Guided tours in the Harem section require was built at the order of Abdülhamid II in 1880, by Ottoman Grand Vizier Sokullu Mehmet Pasha additional ticket purchase. Wed-Sun 9am-5pm. who wanted his seat of government beyond to Mimar Sinan for his wife. Its interior features Harem, 9:30am-15:30pm. Admission fee: TL 20. the reach of bombardment from the sea. Items İznik tiles and special hand-carvings, with a mihrab Museum Pass Point exhibited today originally belonged to the palace, covered with calligraphic tiles. Şehit Mehmet Paşa www.topkapisarayi.gov.tr. Sultanahmet Meydanı. including Abdülhamid II’s personal belongings Yokuşu, Kadırga, Eminönü. F4. T: 0212 512 0480. E5. and gifts presented to him, and products of the Sultanahmet (Blue) Mosque Turkish And Islamic Arts Museum Yıldız Porcelain Factory still located on the palace One of the most famous landmarks of the Turkish (Türk ve İslam Eserleri Müzesi) premises. Wed-Sun 9am-6pm. and Islamic world, Sultanahmet Mosque is a highly First museum in Turkey to offer a joint exhibition www.yildizsarayi.com. Admission fee: TL 8. admired structure by all visitors. An example of of Turkish and Islamic art. Collection of rare Museum Pass Point Yıldız, Beşiktaş. classical Turkish art, it is the only one of its kind works from various countries in the Islamic world T: 0212 258 3080. A8.

16 WHERE İstanbul I may 2014 MAY 2014 I İstanbUl WHERE 17 GALLERIES GALLERIES Akbank Sanat perspectives on panoramic landscapes in his using a variety of media and techniques. Tue-Sat To 17 May: Bu Sayfa Bilerek Boş Bırakılmıştır (‘This exhibition Buralarda Bir Yerde (‘Somewhere 11am-7pm. www.galerist.com.tr. Meşrutiyet Cad. 67 Page Intentionally Left Blank’), assembled by Around Here’). From 8 May: An original member of K1, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 252 1896. C5. young curator Franz Thalmair, examines the act of the younger generation of photographers, Cemre writing as a culturally-loaded activity, through the Yeşil focuses on personal relationships in her Galeri Manâ hand-typed originals of philosopher Vilém Flusser’s exhibition Bak Bu (‘This Was’). Tue-Fri 11am-6pm, To 10 May: Group exhibition Bizi Yunanlılardan ve Writings. Tue-Sat 10:30am-7:30pm. Sat 11am-7pm. www.dairesanat.com. Boğazkesen Romalılardan Kim Kurtaracak? (‘Who Shall Deliver www.akbanksanat.com. İstiklal Cad. 8, Beyoğlu. Cad. 65D Tophane, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 252 5259. C5. Us from the and Romans?’), explores the links between modern art and the enduring artistic T: 0212 252 3500. C5. Evin Sanat Galerisi legacy of the Classical period. From 15 May: Hera Contemporary Turkish painter Temür Alan İstanbul To 20 May: Büyüktaşçıyan uses the land and sea as a metaphor Young modern artist Ardan Koran’s exhibition Ağaç (‘The Tree’) makes bold To 17 May: for the ability to ‘see beyond the visible’, in her solo Özmenoğlu’s first solo exhibition Sculptures use of colour to address current events. Mon-Sat exhibition Körler Ülkesinin Karşısında (‘Across From consists of 3D pieces made of post-it notes. 11am-7pm. www.evin-art.com. Büyük Bebek Deresi The Land Of The Blind’). www.galerimana.com. Tue-Fri 11am-7pm. Sat 1pm-7pm. Sok. 13, Bebek. T: 0212 265 8158. Off map. Kemankeş Mah. Ali Paşa Değirmeni Sok. 16-18, www.alanistanbul.com. Asmalı Mescit Cad. 5/2, Gallery G-Art Beyoğlu. T: 0212 243 6666. C5. Tünel-Beyoğlu. T: 0212 252 9453. C5. To 15 May: Creating art from industrial waste American Hospital Art Gallery for over a decade, Gökte Tunç presents her Gallery Nev Selçuk Demirel shares his most recent To 31 May: Burcu Orhon’s photographic exhibition most recent work in her new exhibition Çember To 3 May: İmgenin Gölgesinde Bir An (‘One Moment in (Circle). Tue-Sat 11am-9pm. www.g-artgaleri.com. work in his solo show Şimdi (‘Now’). Tue-Sat the Shadow of an Image’) incorporates subjects Kumbaracı Yokuşu, 37/A, Beyoğlu. 11:30am-6:30pm. www.galerinevistanbul.com. including freedom, loneliness and infinity. Mon- T: 0212 243 6622. C5. İstiklal Cad.Mısır Apt. 163/18, K:5, Beyoğlu. Sat 10 am-7pm. www.amerikanhastanesi.org. T: 0212 252 1525. C5. Gallery Işık Güzelbahçe Sok. 20, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 444 3777. A6. To 10 May. In his new exhibition At’nağme’ (‘Ode Galeri Non Armaggan Art & Design Gallery To The Horse’), artist Süleyman Saim Tekcan To 21 May: A cooperative of leading artists, To 7 Jun: Güneş Özmen’s solo show Devinim immortalises horses and their spirit of freedom in Extramücadele (‘Extra Struggle’) presents its latest (‘Kinesis’) features works that deal with the a variety of techniques including engravings, oil exhibition Gökyüzünde Tanrı Yok Kuşlar Var (‘There concepts of transformation, nature and humanity. painting and sculpture. Mon-Sun 10am-8pm. Is No God In the Sky Only Birds’), a collection of To 7 Jun: Şevket Arık’s exhibition Av Sahası www.galeriisiktesvikiye.com. Teşvikiye Cad. 6, sculptures from metallic objects. They express ‘a (‘Hunting Ground’) presents recent pieces that Nişantaşı. T: 0212 233 1203. A6. type of order with no state, with no law; an order in explore the character of nature and mankind’s Galerist which every human being lives independently and divorce from nature. Mon-Tue 10am-9pm. Artist Merve Morkoç’s exhibition 2+1 autonomously’. Tue-Sat 11am-6pm. www.armaggangallery.com. Nuruosmaniye Cad. To 17 May: features works drawing upon the disinformation in www.galerinon.com. Nur-i Ziya Sok. 16, D:1, 65, Nuruosmaniye, Eminönü. T:0212 522 4433. E4. the relationship between figures and living space, Beyoğlu. Beyoğlu. T: 0212 249 8774. D5. Art Limits A varied collection ranging from fashion photos, nature and abstract geometric works to figurative illustrations, inc works by several international artists, in a variety of photographic, digital and mixed techniques. Open daily except Sun 10:30am-7pm. en.artlimits.com. Şair Nedim Cad. 14, Akaretler, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 258 2195. B7. Pera’s Modern Masters art ON İstanbul To 24 May: Burcu Perçin’s ninth solo show, Dağların Sahibi Yoktur (‘Mountains Have No Opening on 7 May, the Pera Museum hosts two major exhibitions: Owners’), addresses the effects of globalisation on nature, mankind and space. Mon-Sat 11am- See the works of American pop artist Andy Warhol, and English 7pm. www.artonistanbul.com. Şair Nedim Cad. modern artist Stephen Chambers, both on display in İstanbul for the 4, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 259 1543. A7. first time. Borusan Contemporary To 1 Jun: Marco Brambilla’s Megaplex Üçlemesi (‘Megaplex Trilogy’) consists of fluid, shifting video collages designed to be viewed with n Pop Art For Everyone, see iconic works personalities. 3D glasses. To 1 Jun: Ortak Zemin: Toprak by American pop artist Andy Warhol, with The exhibition Big Country and Other (‘The Common Ground: Soil’) presents works silkscreen series and designs selected Stories, held in collaboration with London’s of several artists on a common theme, as well I as three-dimensional film collages. Sat-Sun from the Zoya Museum collection in Modra, Royal Academy of the Arts, presents works 10am-8pm. www.borusancontemporary.com. Slovakia. Exhibits include famous series by British contemporary artist Stephen Perili Köşk, Baltalimanı Hisar Cad. Rumeli Hisarı, including Campbell’s Soup, Endangered Chambers. The collection features his Sarıyer. T: 0212 393 5200. Off map. Species and Flowers, plus portraits of famous paintings and graphic works created over Bozlu Art Project the last 20 years, including motifs and To 24 May. Sınırlar Ötesi (‘Beyond Boundaries’), an vignettes used to map an imaginary exhibition by Halil Akdeniz, features recent works topography. based on cultural data, images and symbols. Bogus Accounts In his exhibition Evim, Evim Güzel Evim (‘Home Sweet Home’), at X-İst, the Ankara-born Tue-Sat 10am-7pm. www.bozluartproject.com. Teşvikiye Cad. 45/131, İsmet Apt. D:1, Nişantaşı. artist Bahadır Baruter uses his paintings to take a deep, taboo journey into the concept Meşrutiyet Cad. 65, Tepebaşı. T: 0212 232 7232. A6. of ‘home’ and the safety and security it claims to offer. Here, he defines houses as T: 0212 334 9900. Daire Sanat haunted temples, with uneasy silences and tightly closed doors (to 24 May) (p. 21). wwww.peramuzesi.org.tr To 3 May: Ahmet Duru shares micro- and macro-

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Gallery Selvin Merhart Galeri Topkapı Palace 7-24 May: Artist Bihrat Mavitan presents sculptures To 17 May: In her exhibition Çeyiz (‘Dowry’), Deniz To 15 Jul: The exhibition Aşk-ı Nebi (Love for embodying a revolutionary spirit in his solo Pireci analyses one of society’s most important Prophet) is held in celebration of the 1443rd exhibition, 7-24. Tue-Sat 11am-7pm. issues, woman, through the lens of the dowry. anniversary of the birth of the Prophet Muhammed, Q & A www.galeriselvin.com. Dere Sok. 3, Arnavutköy. Tue-Sat 11am-7pm. www.merhart.com. Boğazkesen displaying 99 sacred relics of Islam. Wed-Sun T: 0212 263 7481. Off map. Cad. 59, Tophane. T: 0212 244 8424. C5. 9am-5pm. www.topkapisarayi.gov.tr. Babıhümayun Caddesi, Sultanahmet. T: 0212 512 0480. China Forbes Gallery Zilberman MixerArts E5. Eşref Yıldırım broaches the subject of Meltem Sırtıkara’s exhibition Zamanlama Pink Martini’s lead singer and To 3 May: To 4 May: X-İST people who have died under state custody or as a Meselesi (‘Matter of Timing’) features works that To 24 May: Bahadır Baruter is known as a cartoonist songwriter China Forbes has result of government errors, in his exhibition Sağol highlight the phenomenon of loneliness. From 9 but in his exhibition Evim Evim Güzel Evim (Home, performed in İstanbul befora. (‘Salute’). To 3 May: Elements of sound, interactive May: Known for his outdoor graffiti projects, artist Sweet Home) he shows another side of his work, She spoke with us about the group’s installation and virtual reality are explored in Selçuk Cins presents his work in his first solo exhibition, portraying the true spirit of women raised with the İstanbul concert, the city and music Artut’s exhibition Verisel Gerçeklik (‘Data Reality’). Erör (Error). www.mixerarts.com. Tue-Fri 11am-7.30pm, Sat noon-7pm. single goal of marriage and making a home. in general. Tomtom Mah. Boğazkesen Cad. 45, Tophane. www.galerizilberman.com. İstiklal Cad. Mısır Apt. T: 0212 243 5443. C5. Mon 11.30am-7.30pm, Tue-Sat 10.30am-7.30pm. When we look at your new album’s 163, K.3 Beyoğlu. T: 0212 251 1214. www.artxist.com. Abdi İpekci Cad. Kaşıkçıoğlu Apt. D5. Pera Museum title Get Happy, we can feel your stage 42/2, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 291 7784. A6. Haaz Design & Art Gallery Herkes Için Pop Sanat (‘Pop Art presence. How do you define your sound? From 7 May: This original contemporary design gallery is For Everyone’) presents pioneering artist Andy Vialand I would certainly describe our sound as life- everything you’re looking for to be a little different Warhol’s silkscreen series and designs. To Dec: Consisting of more than 100 works, Canlı affirming. It celebrates the beauty of melody, from the crowd. Haaz features creations from a From 7 May: A journey through the inner world of Müze (‘Alive Museum’) presents reproductions rhythm, dancing and community. But Get wealth of artists, including intricate porcelain Stephen Chambers, Büyük Ülke ve Diğer Hikâyeler of works by famous artists and images that have Happy also has a darkness to it, in that it figurines by Lladro, exquisite furniture from (‘Big Country and Other Stories’) presents become permanently etched on human history, implies that you are not yet happy but have Moroso, cutting-edge design pieces by Tom Dixon, examples selected from the last 20 years of his reinterpreted through three-dimensional video and imaginative lighting from Jonathan Adler, and to get happy. work. Tue-Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 12am-6pm. animation. Daily 10am-10pm. www.canlimuze.com. much more. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. www.peramuzesi.org.tr. Meşrutiyet Cad. 65, Yeşilpınar Mah. Girne Cad. Eyüp. T: 0212 397 1930. www.haaz.info. Ahmet Fetgari Sok. 62, Teşvikiye, Tepebaşı. T: 0212 334 9900. C4. Off map. Şişli. T: 0212 230 9600. A6. Contemporary Human Figures PG Art Gallery Berke Yazıcıoğlu’s exhibition 2014 at Kare Art Gallery (to 9 May) presents powerful Ziraat Bankası Tünel Art Gallery Hagia Sophia Museum To 25 May: Artist Devran Mursaloğlu uses paper (Ayasofya Müzesi) as the medium in her exhibition Gece Kelebekleri images that combine inscrutable bodily parts, repetitive motion and faceless To 9 May: Painter Salih Keleş works with the theme To 15 Jul: The Aşk-ı Nebi (Love for Prophet) (Night Butterflies). Tue-Sun 11am-7pm. strangers, composed of realistically rendered human figures (p. 20). of the city and everyday lives of urban people, in exhibition, held in celebration of the 1443rd www.pgartgallery.com. Boğazkesen Cad. 76/B his third exhibition İnsanlar, Yüzler ve Kent (‘People, anniversary of the birth of the Prophet Muhammed, Tophane, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 252 8000. C5. Faces and the City’). Tue-Sat 10am-7pm. features works by living calligraphers on the theme www.ziraat.com.tr. Müeyyet Sok. 1, Tünel. Pi Artworks Rampa İstanbul Art Gallery Schneidertempel Sanat Merkezi of the Prophet. Tue-Sun 9am-6pm. T: 0212 251 4248. C4. www.ayasofyamuzesi.gov.tr. Ayasofya Meydanı, To 3 May: Artist Susan Hefuna depicts visual To 24 May: Artist Ahmet Oran’s second solo show, From 15 May: Japanese painter and sculptor Hideo and cultural fabric as shaped by her intercultural after a four-year break, features his large-scale Takeda uses brilliant colours, enchanting forms Zorlu Center Art Gallery Sultanahmet. T:0212 522 0989. E5. identity in her exhibition BeYond NoThing. Daily canvases with which he develops his own way of and dynamic movement to express the absurd, To 4 May: The British Masters Editions exhibition, İstanbul Aquarium 10am-7pm. www.piartworks.com. İstiklal Cad. Mısır applying paint. Tue-Sat 11am-7pm. merciless and meaningless sides of life, in his hosted by ArtON, consists of masterpieces by To 31 May: Highlighting the basic elements of Apt 163/4, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 293 7103. C5. www.rampaistanbul.com. Şair Nedim Cad. 21A, exhibition Gece Yolculukları (‘World Night Tours’). modern English artists including Damien Hirst, You’re performing at İş Sanat on May human anatomy and displaying harmful effects on Akaretler, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 327 0800. A7. www.schneidertempel.com. Felek Sok. No.1 Gary Hume, Marc Quinn and Paul Morrison. The the body, İnsan Vücuduna Çarpıcı Yolculuk sergisi Plato Sanat 23. What do you most remember from Karaköy. T:0212 249 0150 limited-edition works are considered the most (The Human Body Exhibition’) presents a three- To 18 May: Pioneering modern sculptor Seçkin Sakıp Sabancı Museum previous visits? In İstanbul I had my first striking examples of the artists’ styles. Mon-Sun dimensional tour of the miracle that is the body, Pirim employs a minimalist style to examine the the To 15 Jun: Uzak Komşu Yakın Anılar: Türkiye- Sismanoglio Megaro taste of semolina at a soccer club after 10am-10pm. www.zorlucenterpsm.com. the way it performs its functions, and the goings- relationship between nature and culture. Tue-Sat Polonya İlişkilerinin 600 Yılı (‘Distant Neighbour To 4 May: TIO ILAR brings together prominent our concert. It was the best thing I have ever Zorlu Center, Beşiktaş. T: 0850 222 6776. on beneath the skin. Mon-Fri 10am-7pm, Sat-Sun noon-8pm, Sun 10am-6pm. www.platosanat.org.tr. Close Memories – 600 years of Turkish-Polish artists, who guide younger artists with whom they Off map. tasted. I have had it in other places as well 10am-8pm. www.istanbulakvaryum.com. Ayvansaray Cad. 33, Balat. T: 0212 621 1247. B2. Relations’) follows the course of Ottoman and display their works. Mon-Fri 3pm-8pm. but that first one was the best one. Yeşilköy Halkalı Cad. 93, Florya. Proje 4L Of Polish relations from the early 15th to late 17th www.sismanogliomegaro.com. İstiklal Cad. 60, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 244 9335. You have finally recorded your version T: 0212 444 9744. Off map. Contemporary Art centuries, plus related events in European history. C5. of Üsküdar on your album. How did Tue-Sun 10 am-6pm, Wed 10am-8pm. İstanbul Modern To 7 May: The exhibition Genç Koleksiyoner The Empire Project American audience react to it? (‘Young Collectors’) presents pieces from the muze.sabanciuniv.edu. Sakıp Sabancı Cad. 42, To 8 May: Komşular –Türkiye ve Çevresinden From 8 May: Cemil Batur Gökçeer’s new exhibition Emirgan. T: 0212 277 2200. Off map. American audiences love the song! They Güncel Anlatılar (‘Neighbours – Actual Narratives collections of Turkish contemporary artists Ahu En Yakın İhtimal (‘The Closest Probability’) presents Büyükkuşoğlu Serter, Ebru Özdemir, Hüma don’t understand the words but they clap from Turkey and Surroundings’) presents works Salt Beyoğlu works from 2012 to present day, executed in various Kabakçı, Mehmet Ali Bakanay and Tansa Mermerci along and it is a big crowd pleaser. We by 35 artists from 17 countries focusing on To 27 Jul: Lebanese artist Rabih Mroue’s videos techniques.Mon 12am-7:30pm. Tue-Sat 11am- Ekşioğlu. Wed&Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-4pm. usually invite any Turkish audience members Turkey’s regional culture. To 1 Jun: Hayallerden and installations deal with the Syrian civil war, 6:30pm. www.theempireproject.com. Sıraselviler www.proje4L.org. Meydan Sok. Beybi Giz Plaza, on stage to sing with me and it is always a Gerçekler (‘Realities of Dreams’) features pieces plus issues such as societal dissatisfaction, Cad. 10, K:1 D:4 Taksim. T: 0212 292 59 68. C5. B Blok, . T: 0212 290 2525. big surprise to see what happens. by architecture students and young apprentices Off map. political demonstrations and social uprisings learning the associated trades in workshops. Turkish audiences especially love your Rahmi M. Koç Museum in his exhibition Pikselli Devrim (‘The Pixelated Tue-Sun 10am-6pm, Thu 10am-8pm. Revolution’). Tue-Sat noon-8pm. romanticism. Which song gives you the The 15-metre-long Hiawatha Boat, produced www.istanbulmodern.org. Meclis-i Mebusan Cad. by the American Car company and a part of www.saltonline.org. İstiklal Cad. 136, Beyoğlu. most romantic feeling on stage? Of course Liman İşletmeleri Sahası 305, Antrepo 4, Karaköy. Bosphorus history since 1932, is among the T: 0212 377 4200. C4. the ultimate romantic song is Amado Mio T: 0212 334 7300. D5. important pieces in the Seafaring Collection and as I have been performing it now for Sanatorium Kare Art Gallery display. To 29 Jun: İki Kıta Birleşirken (‘Bridging almost 20 years. It is like an old friend but Two Continents’) consists of information and To 10 May: Ludovic Bernhardt’s Drones, Pills To 7 May: Artist Monika Piorkowska presents her always remains sexy and beautiful. photographs of the construction of Bosphorus and Yantras uses drugs, pills, military terms and solo exhibition Art & Recycling, inspired by her fictitious maps to analyse the use of symbols Your album title is Get Happy; what makes experiences with İstanbul garbage collectors. Bridge on the 40th anniversary of its opening, as well as the 25 year-old Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge. leaking from biopolitics into our daily lives. From you the happiest in everyday life? Love, From 9 May: Berke Yazıcıoğlu presents realistic 15 May: In her second solo show Eden (‘The End’), music, family, friendship, and remodelling human figures in his exhibition 2014. Tue-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat-Sun 10am-6pm. BORUSAN Luz Blanco presents new works composed of my house. Tue-Sat 11am-7pm. www.kareartgallery.com. Museum Pass Advantage Point (20% off adult CONTEMPORARY tickets and 10% discount on gift shop purchases.) images detached from their original objects and İş Towers, Levent. T: 0212 316 1083. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Ada Apt. 22/8 K:2, Nişantaşı Megaplex Üçlemesi www.rmk-museum.org.tr. reconstructed. Tue-Sat 11am-7pm. www.issanat.com.tr T: 0212 240 4448. A6. (‘Megaplex Trilogy’) (p. 19). Hasköy Cad. 5, Hasköy. T: 0212 369 6600. B3. www.sanatorium.com.tr. Asmalimescit Mah. 32/ A, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 293 6717. C4.

20 WHERE İstanbul I MAY 2014 MAY 2014 I İstanbUl WHERE 21 ENTERTAINMENT ENTERTAINMENT 10:30pm: Swiss guitarist Ulf Wakenius, who has Küçükçiftlik Park CONCERTS: CLASSICAL performed with jazz greats including Pat Metheny, The I AM HARDWELL, 17 May, 4pm: Dutch Cemal Reşit Rey Concert Hall Herbie Hancock and Oscar Peterson, plays tonight DJ and music producer Hardwell’s three-hour One Composer, One Performer, 17 May, 8pm: with his quartet to wow İstanbul jazz fans. performance promises to be an unforgettable Renowned harpist Şirin Pancaroğlu performs www.nardisjazz.com. Kule Sok. 8, Galata. experience. Manowar, 24 May, 3pm: Top heavy works by Turkish composer Hasan Uçarsu. T: 0212 244 6327. D5. metal band Manowar’s concert will be a highlight www.crrks.org. Darülbedayi Cad. Harbiye. for dyed-in-the-wool metal fans. T: 0212 232 9830. B6. CONCERTS: POP, www.kucukciftlikpark.com. Kadırgalar Yokuşu 5, İstanbul Lütfi Kırdar (ICEC) TURKISH & WORLD Maçka. T: 0212 231 3045. B6. İstanbul Convention & Babylon Exhibition Centre, Harbiye Mall tarkan Shantel Michael Mayer, 9 May, 9:30pm: Zbigniew Preisner & Lisa Gerrard, 8 May, 9pm: 9 May, 9pm. Polish composer Preisner joins Australian singer, A founder of ’s veteran record company Kompakt, DJ and producer Michael Mayer İTÜ Stadium composer and arranger Gerrard. promises a toe-tapping concert. Deep Medi (p. 23) Lütfi Kırdar Anadolu Auditorium Label Night: , Commodo, Kahn, Gantz, Polish Borusan İstanbul Philharmonic Orchestra 10 May, 10pm: A wild night of dubstep, dub, - Anna Vinnitskaya, 12 May, 8pm. The pianist reggae and grime. Belleruche, 15 May, 9:30pm. Vinnitskaya joins the orchestra in a concert of After a long break, Belleruche is back to whisk Brahms, including his magnificent 1st Piano their audiences away on a melodic, high-energy Concerto. Borusan İstanbul Philharmonic musical adventure. Tonight Presents: Dave Orchestra - Alain Altınoğlu & Nora Gubisch Clarke, 16 May, 11:30pm: Dubbed ‘the Baron of 22 May, 8pm: The orchestra welcomes guest ’ by BBC DJ John Peel, music producer and conductor Alain Altınoğlu and mezzo-soprano DJ Clarke pushes the limits of electro music. Nora Gubisch in a concert of Ravel. Gümüş Cad. 4, www.babylon.com.tr. Asmalımescit, Şehbender Harbiye. T: 0212 373 1100. B6. Sok. 3, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 292 7368. C5. İş Sanat Cemal Reşit Rey Concert Hall Vienna Chamber Orchestra, 13 May, 8pm: This The American renowned Austrian orchestra is joined by pianist Victor Wooten Band, 4 May, 8pm: bass guitarist, composer and five-time Grammy Valentina Lisitsa in an evening of Mozart and award-winner Wooten performs with his band. Beethoven concertos. www.issanat.com.tr. Al Di Meola Plays Beatles & More, 8 May, İş Towers, Levent. T: 0212 316 1083. Off map. 8pm: A guitar legend for nearly 40 years, Al Di The Seed Meola performs music by The Beatles, one of Claire Huangci – İstanbul Recitals, 10 May, his major influences as a young musician. İBB 8pm: This award-winning young American pianist, City Orchestra – Sümer Ezgü, 14 May, 8pm: The who performed for Bill Clinton aged 10, orchestra performs a wide range from classical to is renowned for her performances of Chopin. Turkish pop and folk music, plus popular tracks Liszt Hungarian Rhapsodies, 2-3 May 8pm: from musicals. www.crrks.org. Darülbedayi Cad. A special performance of Franz Liszt’s Hungarian Harbiye. T: 0212 232 9830. B6. Rhapsodies for piano, performed by young DANCE İstanbul Lütfi Kırdar (ICEC) musicians. www.theseed.gen.tr. Sakıp Sabancı İstanbul Convention & Zorlu Center PSM Museum 42. Emirgan. T: 0212 323 6050. Off map. Exhibition Centre, Harbiye Mall Don’t Ballet Revolución, 9 May 8pm; 10 May Kings of CONCERTS: JAZZ Rachid Taha, 2 May, 9pm: Edgy Algerian Rai and 3pm: This dance troupe presents a brilliant The Prince of rock singer Taha, who covered the Clash’s Rock performance that blends athletic skills, modern Metal Cemal Reşit Rey Concert Hall The Casbah in Arabic, is joined by guest artist, ex dance and street dance, backed up by R&B and CRR Jazz Orchestra & Sibel Köse, 12 May, 8pm: footballer and social activist Eric Cantona. Afro hip hop music. Milonga 30 May, 8.30pm: Named Heavy metal band Manowar Performing both instrumental and vocal music, Cuban All Stars, 16 May, 9pm: An energetic, after the famous ‘Milonga’ nights of Buenos Aires, Pop in İstanbul! take the stage along with a the orchestra joins hot jazz vocalist Köse in a dance-filled performance from these masters of the tango project performs a blend of traditional major line up of local and blend of Turkish music and jazz. Liszt Hungarian the contemporary Cuban music scene. Gümüş and modern tango styles. www.zorlucenter.com. İTÜ Stadium will be a much-anticipated foreign groups at Küçükçiftlik Rhapsodies 2 May-3 May, 8pm: The popular Cad. 4, Harbiye. T: 0212 373 1100. B6. Barbaros Bulvarı Kavşağı, Beşiktaş. rhapsodies by piano virtuoso and composer Franz T: 0212 444 9496. Off map. Park (24 May). The band İş Sanat stop on the world tour of American Liszt are performed by Gabor Csalog, Emre Şen, performs its own songs plus Ayo, 20 May, 8pm: The German-Nigerian folk Jozsef Balog and Fülöp Ranki. www.crrks.org. FESTIVAL pop vocalist Justin Timberlake (26 May). and soul singer-songwriter performs her Amerikan those of other immortal metal Darülbedayi Cad. Harbiye. T: 0212 232 9830. B6. Soul, Reggae and Afrobeat songs. Pink Martini, Life Park bands in a brand new stage inger-songwriter, actor and producer İş Sanat 23 May, 8pm: One of the most colourful bands Chill Out Festival, 25 May, from noon: Held in production (p. 23). Timberlake, a native of Memphis, Ravi Coltrane Quartet, 16 May, 8pm: Following on the music scene serves up a blend of Cuban, its new venue in the middle of İstanbul’s largest Tennessee, first gained fame as a lead in the footsteps of his father, the legendary Brazilian, French and many other cultural sounds. wooded area, Belgrade Forest, this year’s festival S saxophonist John Coltrane, Ravi Coltrane is www.issanat.com.tr. İş Towers, Levent. brings together more than 20 different local and vocalist in the boy band ‘N Sync. already making a name for himself in the jazz T: 0212 316 1083. Off map. foreign musicians and groups. Recently selected as top male pop/rock vocalist world. www.issanat.com.tr. İş Towers, Levent. www.lifepark.com.tr. Bahçeköy, Sarıyer. İTÜ Stadium at the American Music Awards, Timberlake T: 0212 316 1083. Off map. T: 0212 226 3987. Off map. Tarkan, 9 May, 9pm: Megastar pop singer Tarkan, became the top selling artist with his album Nardis Jazz Club who has been topping the Turkish charts since the 20/20 Experience selling 4 million copies, and Ron Carter & Golden Striker Trio: Garanti 1990s, greets his fans at ITUFEST. Aerosmith, 14 MUSICAL top hits Suit And Tie, and Mirrors. Timberlake has Jazz Green, 8 May, 9.30pm; 9 May, 10.30pm: May, 6pm: Making their debut performance in Zorlu Center PSM also had the fastest rise of any male vocalist in Ron Carter joins the trio for two unforgettable Turkey, the American rock band performs popular Notre Dame de Paris, 1-4 May, 8:30pm: concerts. Marian Petrescu Trio: Garanti Jazz hits, plus new tracks from their first studio album. US history. This will be his first solo concert Immensely successful, award-winning musical Green, 22 May, 9.30pm; 23 May, 10.30pm: Justin Timberlake, 26 May, 6pm: American pop adaptation of Victor Hugo’s immortal novel, in Turkey. A passionate guardian of the Oscar Peterson singer (and actor) Timberlake takes the stage with The Hunchback of Notre Dame, which has been piano tradition, Romanian pianist Petrescu takes favourite hits and a stunning stage show. İstanbul performed on major stages around the world. İstanbul Teknik Üniversitesi the stage with her trio. Ulf Wakenius Quartet: Teknik Üniversitesi, Ayazağa Kampüsü, Maslak. www.zorlucenter.com. Barbaros Bulvarı Kavşağı, Ayazağa Kampüsü, Maslak. Garanti Jazz Green, 27 May, 9.30pm; 28 May, Off map. Beşiktaş. T: 0212 444 9496. Off map.

22 WHERE İstanbul I MAY 2014 MAY 2014 I İstanbUl WHERE 23 NIGHTLIFE NIGHTLIFE Duble Meze Bar lively, tropical atmosphere. Daily 10am-1pm. MEYHANE & FASIL Duble is on the terrace of a building given to the www.360istanbul.com. Suada Club, Kuruçeşme Elmadağ Meyhanesi Italian musician Giuseppe Donizetti, as a gift by Park, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 2636623. Off map. Keeping traditional meyhane culture alive, this Sultan Abdülmecit. The menu specialises in mezes Anjelique charming meyhane serves a selection of traditional made with seasonal vegetables and seafood. Three-storey venue overlooking the Bosphorus, a Turkish, Greek and Armenian mezes, and almost Wed, Fri and Sat nights are livened up by the music mix of restaurant, club and bar. The sea-level floor certainly something you haven’t tried before. Every of DJ Aslı Köse. Daily 7pm-2am. offers the exotic flavours of East Asia, while the Friday and Saturday a live band plays old classical www.dublemezebar.com. Meşrutiyet Cad. 55, middle and top floors serve fine French dishes. Turkish favourites as well as modern popular songs. Palazzo Donizetti, Pera, Beyoğlu. Different music on each floor, sometimes by well- Mon-Thu 6:30pm-12am. Fri & Sat 6:30pm-1am. T: 0212 244 0188. C5. known DJs. Daily 5pm-4am. www.elmadagmeyhanesi.com. Cumhuriyet Cad. Sıdıka www.istanbuldoors.com. Muallim Naci Cad. Pak Apt. 30/A, Elmadağ, Taksim. With its quiet music and simple, wooden interior, Salhane Sok. 10, Ortaköy. T: 0212 327 2844. A9. T: 0212 241 0320. B6. Sıdıka’s menu is inspired by healthy Aegean Arabesque Galata Meyhanesi cuisine. There’s special focus on the cuisine of Presenting a new twist on the typical Lebanese This meyhane serves the flavours of Turkish cuisine Cunda, an island across from the town of Ayvalık, restaurant with its predictable , belly as well as fasıl music, with a four-member group settled by immigrants from Crete. Try the special dancers and oriental glitz, Arabesque successfully including violin, kanun, oud and drum providing shrimp and sea bream mezes. Mon-Sat 5pm-12am. combines the oriental spirit with contemporary a quintessentially Turkish atmosphere. Mon-Sat www.sidika.com.tr. Şair Nedim Cad. 38, Beşiktaş. nightlife. With walls decorated by famous Beirut 7.30pm-1am. www.galata.com.tr. T: 0212 259 7232. A7 / B7. graffiti artist Yahya Muhakkin. Orhan Apaydın Sok. 5/A, İstiklal Cad. Beyoğlu. Daily 8pm-2am Taşkışla Cad. 19, Demokrasi Parkı T: 0212 293 1139. C5. Bars & Clubs Yanı, Maçka. T: 0212 231 0356. B6. Garibaldi Meyhanesi 29 Food Bar Babylon Named after Giuseppe Garibaldi, this Beyoğlu Ulus 29 Lounge’s new reincarnation, 29 Food Bar Enjoy concerts, an extensive menu, cocktail meyhane serves a rich selection of Turkish mezes maintains its impressive elegance with its stylish pitchers, electro, house, chill out and world and features a fine group of musicians playing the décor and objects d’art. Must-tries include their music. Daily 8pm-4am. www.babylon.com.tr. best of Turkish classical music for a classic İstanbul asparagus tempura and Peking duck roll; they also Asmalımescit, Şehbender Sok. 3, Beyoğlu. evening out. www.garibaldi.com.tr. make a mean Bloody Mary. Daily 12pm-2am. T: 0212 292 7368. C5. Mon-Sat 10am -1am. Perukar Çıkmazı 3, İstiklal Cad. www.group-29.com. Kuruçeşme Mah. 1, Bebek. Beyoğlu. T: 0535 719 0343. Babylon Lounge C5. T: 0212 265 6181. Off map. One of New York’s most cutting edge music Kalamata Meyhane 360istanbul Suada Club venues, Babylon Lounge is a place where young Sortie’s Tavern took its new name after its Unique delicious, a warm ambience and wonderful musicians create, discuss, meet the masters, and relocation to Akaretler. Its warm atmosphere and Bosphorus view meet great music and house develop new ideas and projects. With its own simple interior become even more inviting with live cocktails like the lifeguard and Pink Bikini in a unique musical scene, its stage is open to anyone music performances five days a week. The venue is run by one of the few female tavern owners in Turkey, Beyza Gürbüzer, who also prepares the mezes herself. Tue-Sat 9pm-1am. Süleyman Seba Cad. Sıraevler 45, Akaretler, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 258 8788. B7.

Latife Hanım Meyhanesi This meyhane with its ‘Republican’ theme is full of photographs of Atatürk and modern women Alfresco Sounds of the new Turkish Republic, with Turkish classical songs playing round the clock. The meze selection This year’s Chill-Out Festival (25 May) welcomes lovers of great is quite varied; make sure to sample the topik and . Daily L&D. www.latifehanim.com. music to Life Park in Belgrade Forest for the first time – one of İstiklal Cad. Bekar Sok. 22/A, Beyoğlu. İstanbul’s greenest, most peaceful spots. T: 0212 293 0068. C5. Safi Meyhane aking place every year since 2006, the festival This modern meyhane in Şişhane serves mezes in the bar as well as the dining room. Home-style is known for hosting a wide spectrum of local dishes feature for lunch, and the mezes include Tand foreign musical guests, with all-day food new flavours plus the venerable classics. Music and drink, and a wonderful atmosphere. This year is ranges from 70s and 80s Turkish pop and classical. expected to attract in excess of 15,000 people www.safimeyhane.com. Meşrutiyet Cad. 84, Şişhane. T: 0530 240 4908. This year’s line up includes performances by C4. Goldfrapp, Baba Zula, Plaid Da Lata, Jaqee and Boogie Belgique, Feathered Sun and many more. modern meyhanes With 20 musicians appearing on four stages for 12 Aheste hours straight, the festival also features a variety of This warm, retro-style restaurant offers 20 different cultural activities. mezes from Turkey, Iran, Armenia and , including favourites such as calamari with hummus, The Chill-Out Festival is a little piece of heaven that Birds-eye Entertainment sweetbreads and artichoke confite. There are live Offering special events, an unusual menu and exclusive ambience, Topless Teras on just gets better every year! jazz performances to enhance the evening. the top of the Fitaş Building guarantees a great time any hour of the day. The terrace Mon-Thu 11am-1am, Fri-Sun11am-1am. is breathtaking, offering a panorama of İstanbul on three sides. Its Wednesday night Noon-midnight. www.chilloutfest.com www.ahestegalata.com. Hacı Mimi Mah. Serdar-ı Ekrem Cad. 30A, Beyoğlu. tango dances have been a big hit recently. For tickets, visit: www.biletix.com T: 0212 245 4345. C5. İstiklal Cad. 12, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 243 2451. Life Park, www.lifepark.com.tr

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and everyone making good music. Barbaros Cad.Paşabahçe Yolu 22, Çubuklu. time: 7pm-3am. www.kafepi.com. Hüseyin Ağa Mon-Sat 10pm-2am. www.babylon.com.tr. T: 0216 322 2829. Off map. Mah. Kemer Hatun Cad. 10, Beyoğlu. Jurnal Sok. 4, Asmalımescit. T: 0212 245 3800. T: 0533 258 9393 C5. Fenix İstanbul . C5. Billionaire Club This restaurant and nightclub, with a magnificent Icebar After a storming start in Sardinia, and making its high-ceilinged bar decorated with palm trees, The İstanbul branch of the world-famous Ice Bar mark in Monaco, exciting İstanbul became the next serves dishes from around the world. One of the promises a one-of-a-kind evening. True to its name, chosen venue for the Billionaire Club. Laid out on city’s most elegant spots, it offers some of the it features a gigantic ice bar, ice DJ cabin, fur- several levels, the club features see-through VIP finest food and DJ performances anywhere. covered seating, and special cocktails by Ice Girls. areas overlooking the dance floor. Fri-Sat 11pm- Thu-Sat noon-4am. Sun-Wed noon-2am. Nispetiye Daily 5pm-10pm. www.icebarist.com. Windowist 4am. Edition Hotel, Büyükdere Cad. 136, Levent. Cad. 79, . T: 0212 265 5588. Off map. Tower, Eski Büyükdere Cad. 26, Maslak. T: 0212 317 7797. Off map. T: 0212 214 7000. Off map. Fosil Bird With its unusual retro décor and unique cocktails Indigo Unique flavours from world cuisines are served up such as Libido and Oh Papatya, Fosil is the perfect Known as a temple of electronic music, this club in a warm atmosphere dominated by music from place for a night of rock music, from Jim Morrison offers a vibrant programme based on alternative the 50s and 60s. The menu here features mostly to Elvis, The Beatles and Guns N’ Roses. Mon & Tue and electronic music, with new sounds and meat dishes with impressive portions, such as steak 4pm-midnight. Wed-Sat 4pm-4am. reflecting the developments in the world of tartare and green curries, with their own special www.fosil.com.tr. Kemankeş Cad. 34/C, Karaköy. music. Wed, Fri, Sat 11pm-5am. cocktails. Mon-Sat 11am-2pm. www.bird.com.tr. T: 0507 812 8531. D5. www.livingindigo.com. İstiklal Cad. Akarsu Sok. Meşrutiyet Cad. 103, Şişhane, Beyoğlu. Mısır Apt. 1/2/4/5, Galatasaray. Garajistanbul T: 0212 245 7085. C4.. T: 0212 244 8568. C5. A contemporary performance arts centre located Bleu Lounge & Grill in Beyoğlu, staging a variety of performances inc İstanbul Jazz Center With a Bosphorus view and comfortable ambience, theatre, dance, festivals, exhibitions, and concerts. The centre of İstanbul’s jazz scene, this venue Bleu serves tempting cocktails and gourmet Daily 8:30pm-2am. www.garajistanbul.org. hosts world-renowned musicians as well as flavours all day long. In addition, they feature a Tomtom Mah. Yeni Çarşı Cad. Kaymakam Reşat Bey select local performers. It offers a real jazz club different style of live music every day of the week. Sok. 11/A, Galatasaray, Beyoğlu. experience with its elegant atmosphere, selective Daily 10am-2am. www.ritzcarlton.com. T: 0212 244 4499. C5. menu, extensive wine cellar, and breathtaking view Ritz Carlton, İstanbul, Askerocağı Cad. 6, Şişli. of its summer terrace, harmoniously combining the Gold Bar T: 0212 334 4188. B6. best of music and good taste. Gold Bar has a brilliant, six-metre long aquarium. Tue-Sat 9:30pm-12:30am. www.istanbuljazz.com. Bronx The main area, available for small parties, is Çırağan Cad. Salhane Sok.10, Ortaköy. This venue generally features live performances flanked by a comfortable seating area with low T: 0212 327 5050. A9. from rock bands. Highly popular among people sofas. This welcoming venue also features a lush of all ages and groups. Fri&Sat 9pm-4am. green terrace, a perfect place to take a pleasant Jolly Joker İstanbul www.istanbulbronx.com. İstiklal Cad. Terkos break from the bustle of city life. Daily 9am-2am. With its fine acoustics and infrastructure, this Çıkmazı 8/1, Beyoğlu. T: 0531 384 80 80. C5. Every Wed&Fri 7pm-11pm Lounge / Chill Out DJ is a groundbreaking venue in sound quality in sessions. www.editionhotels.com. Turkey. Among the many genres performed are Chilai The İstanbul Edition Hotel, Büyükdere Cad. 136, live electronic, acoustic, funk, pop, rock, hip hop, Located directly on the Bosphorus, the venue Levent. T: 0212 317 7700. Off map. house and techno. Daily 9:30pm-2am. brings a breath of fresh air to İstanbul’s nightlife www.jjistanbul.com. İstiklal Cad. Balo Sok. 22, with its unusual contemporary décor and bold Hayal Kahvesi Beyoğlu. T: 0212 249 0749. C5. dishes prepared by renowned chefs. The three- This popular venue hosts live performances by floor dining complex includes a sushi bar, bistro, different bands every night. Kiki lounge, bar, dining room, pastry shop, charcuterie www.hayalkahvesibeyoglu.com.tr. Cocktails made with homemade syrups, a and art gallery. www.chilai.com.tr. Cevdet Paşa Hayal Kahvesi Beyoğlu, Daily 4pm-4am. İstiklal Cad. comfortable environment and great music come Cad. 60, Bebek. T: 0212 263 6315. Off map. Meşelik Sok. 10, Taksim. T: 0212 244 2558. C5. together at this gastropub featuring Italian, Hayal Kahvesi Çubuklu, Daily 4pm-4am. Spanish and world cuisine. DJs play every night. Choice There are 2 restaurants; Tapas and İstanbul Balık. Tue-Thu 5pm-1am, Fri & Sat 5pm-5am, Sun World cuisine, private parties, breakfasts and www.hayalkahvesibeyoglu.com. 5pm-midnight. www.kiki.com.tr. Kiki Sıraselviler, evening events combine with Thursday DJ spots Burunbahçe, Eski Gazhane Binaları, Çubuklu. Sıraselviler Cad. 42, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 243 5373. C5. by Serhan Sabanlar for elegant, high quality T: 0216 413 6880. Off map. Kiki Ortaköy, Osmanzade Sok. 8, Ortaköy. entertainment. Don’t miss the Vodka Candy, and T: 0212 258 5524. Off map. the sautéed tuna appetizer. Mon-Thu 11pm-4am; Hodjapasha Culture Center Fri & Sat 11am-4am; Sun 11am-4am. This cultural centre located in the historic Le Fumoir Pavillion www.choice.com.tr. Bebek Mah. Küçük Bebek Cad. Hocapaşa Hamam presents an ever-changing This Bar In The Çırağan Palace Kempinski 10, Bebek. T: 0212 287 7474. Off map. series of exhibitions and performances, presenting İstanbul boasts a splendid view directly onto the the finest examples of Turkish culture. The brick bosphorus. With palm trees, water pipe service Corridor and stone building with its high central dome hosts and comfortable seating, the venue exudes This dark and intimate bar located in the deepest many fascinating events including the Mevlevi Romance Savour, premium cognacs, malt whiskies, corner of the Milli Reasürans Çarşısı (market) hosts Sema Ceremony (Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat & Sun 7.30pm) exclusive wines, champagnes, and cocktails. art shows and photographic exhibitions. House and the Hodja Pasha Dance Show (Tue & Thur Daily 7/24. www.kempinski.com. Çırağan Cad. 32, music during weekdays changes to 80s tunes later 8pm, Sat & Sun 9pm) performed by the Hocapaşa Beşiktaş. T: 0212 326 4646. Off Map. in the evening; alternative rock and popular hits Dance Team. www.hodjapasha.com. Ankara Cad. from the 80s and 90s dominate the sounds during Hocapaşa Hamamı Sok. 3B, Sirkeci. Limoncello weekends. Mon-Sat 5pm-1.30am. Milli Reasürans Named after the famous Italian liqueur, this T: 0212 511 4626/4636. E5. Çarşısı, 47-48, Abdi İpekçi Cad. Nişantaşı. exclusive boutique nightspot boasts colourful T: 0212 343 0241. A6. Hypnos furniture under lemon trees, fresh fruit cocktails, Located in Beyoğlu’s historic Mario Cantoni and performances by top name DJs. Tue-Sat Çubuklu 29 building, once the 19th-century home of the 10pm-2am. www.limoncello.com.tr. Overlooking the Bosphorus, Çubuklu 29 occupies Cantoni family, Hypnos is the newest venue in Süleyman Seba Cad. 34, Akaretler, Beşiktaş. a spacious building illuminated by lanterns. In İstanbul’s nightlife scene. Every week, you’ll find T: 0212 258 9822. B7. addition to its pool open during the day. Tandoori endless entertainment with its huge dance area, lamb, with and grilled meatballs are a peaceful dining area, regular Latin dance nights Lokal just some of the specialties on offer. and free workshops. Daily 10am-7pm, organization Located in the relative peace of Tünel, this venue Daily 6pm-3am. www.cubuklu29.com. features a menu of Indian and Thai dishes fortified

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www.nupera.com.tr. Meşrutiyet Cad. 67, Tepebaşı, Daily 9am-5am. www.sultanasb-nights.com. menu serves a host of original, tempting cocktails. entertainment spot at night. The evening starts Beyoğlu. T: 0212 245 6070. C4. Cumhuriyet Cad. 40/D, Elmadağ. Daily 11pm-5am.Muallim Naci Cad. 71, Kuruçeşme. with soft chansons, replaced by disco hits as the T: 0212 219 3904. B6. T: 0212 236 7256.Off map. night progresses. Daily 8:30pm-5am. Orient Bar www.etilersamdan.com. Nispetiye Cad. 92, Etiler. Breakfast, Turkish and Mediterranean treats and a Supper Club Hittaera Office: İhsan Aksoy Sok. 5/8, Çamlık, Etiler. Playing Turkish songs from past to present, this wide variety of snack dishes served on an elegant. Part of a chain launched in Amsterdam, this T: 0212 257 3042. Off map. The meals are complemented by original cocktails nightclub offers electronic, chill out, funk and venue hosts prominent DJs, plus top cocktails and plus domestic and foreign wines served all day. house music, and an alternative menu. nonstop entertainment. Tue-Sat 11:30pm-4am. Zelda Zonk Daily 10pm-2am. www.jumeirah.com. Pera Palace Daily 8:30pm-5am. www.supperclub.com. Meşrutiyet Cad. 89/A, across from the Pera Palas Newly opened on the upper floor of the Gradiva Hotel Jumeriah, Meşrutiyet Cad. 52, Tepebaşı, Muallim Naci Cad. 65, Ortaköy. Hotel, Asmalımescit, Beyoğlu. Hotel overlooking the Golden Horn, Zelda Zonk has a simple menu, but after 11pm it turns into a Beyoğlu. T: 0212 3774000. C4. T: 0212 261 1988. A9. T: 0536 594 1139. C4. bar with DJ performances until dawn. Mon-Sat Pop Topless Teras Off Pera 10pm-4am.www.gradivahotels.com. Bankalar Cad. This venue in Nupera has something to suit every This popular İstiklal Caddesi meeting spot at the A popular venue for musicians and actors, Off 2/1, Karaköy. T: 0530 382 3822. D4. taste, playing the top hits from the 80s to the top of the Fitaş building boasts a terrace with a Pera provides a nonstop programme of Turkish present. With its informal atmosphere and great magnificent view over the Golden Horn, with a music. This pop spot in Beyoğlu’s Asmalımescit Zilly Pera selection of drinks, Pop has become one of the host of special events including tango dances on neighbourhood holds different themes through Falling somewhere in between a disco and most popular spots in Pera. Wed, Fri, Sat 12am- Wednesday nights. Daily 5pm-2am. İstiklal Cad. 12, the week: Tuesday nights with Asu Maro, selections nightclub, Zilly is one of Istanbul’s most popular music spots. Sporting a 70s atmosphere, Zilly keeps 4am. www.nupera.com.tr. Meşrutiyet Cad. 67, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 243 2451. C4. from classical, opera and famous musicals by Tepebaşı. T: 0212 245 6070. C4. Güvenç Dağüstün on Wednesdays. the fun going until dawn with old and new Turkish Unter, Karaköy songs. Tue-Sat 11pm-4:30am. Meşrutiyet Cad. 69, Daily 4pm-4am. Gönül Sok. Canova Apartmanı Propaganda Unter’s ground floor is a café, the next is a lounge, Beyoğlu. T: 0533 575 3397. C4. 14/A, Asmalımescit. T: 0212 249 2697. C4. Propaganda, with its stylish interior by Spanish and the top floor a party space. Caipiroska cocktail architect David Garcia, lives up spectacularly to with Jaegermeister, and the long relaxed Sunday Scotch Disco its motto: ‘good food, good music’. It boasts a breakfasts. Private overnight parties with music With a 20-year history, this venue offers Turkish wıne bars delicious selection of international dishes, live by DJs promise great entertainment until dawn. music and DJs, offering the unique experience of Rouge music on weeknights and DJ performances on Tue-Thu 11am-12am, Fri 11am-2am, Sat 9am-2am, the music halls of the 1980s. Serves beer and fresh Located near , this classic wine weekends. Daily 11am-3am.İstiklal Cad, Suriye Nişantaşı’s First Night Club Sun 9am-8pm.www.unter.com.tr. Kemankeş, Karaali popcorn. Daily 10:30pm-5am. bar has over 260 Turkish and foreign wines, Exclusive in both its location and atmosphere, Sess 34 features Turkish music – Pasajı, 166/10, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 252 7181. C5. Kaptan Sok. 4, Karaköy, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 244 5151. www.scotchclub.com.tr. Mim Kemal Öke Cad. 29/1, accompanied by local cheeses, appetizers and a great choice for a fun night of music along with the atmosphere of old Turkish films. Public House D5. Nişantaşı. T: 0212 246 5696. A6. main courses. Pleasant atmosphere, with walls www.sess34.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Azer İş Hanı 40, Nişantaşı. This cosy pub is ideally equipped to host parties filled with art. Daily 10am-2am. Lamartin Cad. 11/3, Wan-Na Pop Sess and other special events. The cold and hot snacks, Taksim. T: 0212 237 0190. B6. T: 0212 247 7877. Far Eastern restaurant and nightclub Wan-na This nightclub in Kuruçeşme will change the way shots and pitcher cocktails are delicious. Pop, one of İstanbul’s classiest and most popular you think about nightlife. With wide, comfortable Sensus Wine & Cheese Boutique Daily 8am-2am. Asmalımescit Mah. 9, Beyoğlu. nightspots, it is especially popular on Owned by the Anemon Hotels, Sensus doubles with Iranian herbs to create new and unique flavors. booths and showy décor, it creates the perfect T: 0534 211 6062. C4. Friday nights with its DJ music. Daily D&N. A relaxing, special club. Mon-Thu 12pm-12am, Fri, Just off İstiklal Caddesi and much frequented by backdrop for the best Turkish hits from the 70s, 80s as a wine and cheese shop. Close to the historic www.istanbuldoors.com. Büyükdere Cad. 185, Sat 2pm-2am. Asmalımescit, Müeyyet Sok. 5, Tünel. artists and writers, Mojo is loved for its alternative Roxy and 90s. Daily 10pm-4am. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Azer İş Galata Tower, this typical wine bar boasts Kanyon Shopping Centre 206, Levent. exclusively local cheeses and wines. Daily 10am- T: 0212 245 5743. C5. rock, jazz, ethnic and rock music as well as live A classic of the bohemian Cihangir district in Hanı 40, Teşvikiye. T: 0534 960 3909. A6. T: 0212 353 1180. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). music by local and foreign bands on Mon-Sat winter, this nightclub features live, electronic, pop, 10pm. www.sensuswine.com. Anemon Hotel Lucca Şamdan Etiler Galata, Bereketzade, Büyükhendek Cad. 5, 10pm-4am. Daily 12am-4am. www.mojomusic.org. techno and underground music. Its Sex on the W Lounge Spacious restaurant-bar with ample armchairs, long Offering a magnificent interior and selections Kuledibi. T: 0212 245 5657. Büyükparmakkapı Sok. 26, Beyoğlu. Beach cocktail is famous. Thu-Sat 10pm-4am. One of the trendiest spots in İstanbul, hosting a D4. wooden tables and a high ceiling, serving as a café from world cuisines, Şamdan turns into a popular T: 0212 243 2927. www.roxy.com.tr. Sıraselviler Cad. Aslan Yatağı Sok. multitude of parties accompanied by fine music. until 7pm, after which the menu offers a blend of C5. 1/3, Taksim. T: 0212 249 1283. C5. Extensive menu, stylish decoration and world cuisines and the DJ performance takes over. Nardis Jazz Club ambiance. Tue-Sat 24 hours. www.wistanbul.com.tr. This is one of İstanbul’s most popular bars, and A true jazz club for real local jazz fans, with live Sofyalı 9 Süleyman Seba Cad. 22, Akaretler, Beşiktaş. popular with the after-work crowd. Daily 9am- music nightly modern, ethnic and creative non-jazz Very popular two-storey restaurant with the T: 0212 381 2121. 2am. www.luccastyle.com. Cevdet Paşa Cad. 51/B, works. Extensive menu inc finger food, steak and atmosphere of an Aegean-Mediterranean taverna. B7. Meeting Spot of İstanbul Bebek. T: 0212 257 1255. Off map. chicken plus salads and . Mon-Thu 8:30am- Greek music and cuisine including a choice of 33 Zarifi Restaurant In the heart of the lovely Bosphorus village of Bebek, Lucca offers all-night 12:30pm, Fri&Sat 8:30am-1:30am. meze (appetizers). Mon-Sat 12pm-1am. Prepared daily, menus feature 80 selections Masquerade Club entertainment, from original tapas and other dishes by Spanish chef Willy Moya, www.nardisjazz.com. Kule Sok. 8, Galata. www.sofyali.com. Asmalımescit, Sofyalı Sok. 9, Famous R&B singers and DJs from Turkey and from the best of Armenian, Greek, Jewish, Arab, to prize-winning cocktails including Satsuma Vodka, and famous DJs. Get ready T: 0212 244 6327. D5. Beyoğlu. T: 0212 245 0362. C5. Turkish and Levantine cuisines. The restaurant is abroad perform music from around the world for an exciting evening! also known for its wide range of music, from old at this new club with a capacity of 2000. Making Nomads Sortie İstanbul songs to Sephardic, Greek and jazz music. www.luccastyle.com. Cevdetpaşa Cad. 51/B, Bebek. T: 0212 257 1255. a name for itself with its unusual concepts and At Nomads, dishes are served with bread on Located in the old bosphorus neighbourhood of Daily 7:30pm-4am. www.zarifi.com.tr. performances, Masquerade creates a visual and large brass trays, accompanied by DJ Hakan’s Kuruçeşme. Sortie welcomes its guests with Turkish Çukurlu Çeşme Sok. 13, Sıraselviler, Beyoğlu. musical celebration. Yıldız Posta Cad. Sinan Pasajı sublime mix of Arab and Western music. With a music on Wednesdays and R&B on Sunday nights. T: 0212 293 5480. No:38/26 Gayrettepe. T: 0212 347 1347. bright, airy garden surrounded by alcoves with Daily 6pm-4am. www.sortie.com.tr. Muallim Naci C5. Mobile: 0533 027 0387. pillows and couches, and Bosphorus views from Cad. 54, Kuruçeşme. T: 0212 327 8585. Off map. masqueradeistanbul.com. Off map. the top floor. Tue-Sat; 8pm-2am. www.nomads.nl. Suada Club TURKISH MUSIC Muallim Naci Cad. 65, Ortaköy. Members İstanbul İstanbul residents and visitors alike take refuge T: 0212 258 0777. Cahide Cümbüş A9. from the heat of summer in the soft Bosphorus An impressive-looking Bosphorus nightspot where, Guests are given different J&B keys with breeze sweeping the pool and restaurants of Suada the excellent DJs play mostly Turkish hits, with the Nublu İstanbul designs based on the concept of each room at Club. Easily accessible thanks to its central location fun continuing until the first arrival of dawn. Tue-Sat One of New York’s most cutting edge music Cahide, which takes a very unique approach in the city, and housing six restaurants, Suada Club 10pm-4am. Muallim Naci Cad. 71, Ortaköy. venues, Nublu is a place where young musicians to entertainment. Bellboys take guests and is sure be a hot spot this year as well. An ideal spot T: 0212 236 7357. Off map. create, discuss, meet the masters, and develop their luggage to the selected rooms. Fairy tale new ideas and projects. Mon-Sat 10pm-2am. for an aperitif after work, the middle bar of Suada Minimüzikhol characters approach in an erotic and humorous www.nubluistanbul.net. Voyvoda Cad. 2/1, Karaköy Club entertains its guests throughout the summer If you’re out to avoid ‘subculture’, set your own way. In the wee hours, Cahide’s show team Meydanı, Karaköy. T: 0212 249 7712. with live performances. www.suadaclub.com.tr. trend and dance to world music, local sounds and C5. presents a wet dance performance under a shower. Kuruçeşme. T: 0212 263 7300. Off map. electronic beats, then check out this new spot Nupera Daily 7pm-2am. Kadırgalar Cad. Maçka Demokrasi in hip Cihangir. DJ performances, special events Launched in 2001 in the 200 year-old Passage Sultana’s 1001 Nights Show Parkı içi 2, Maçka. T: 0532 513 7789. B6. and a very unique atmosphere created by to its Venue offering authentic Turkish-themed shows. de Petit Champs, Nupera houses a variety of Club Albüm unusual decor. 11pm-4am. www.minimuzikhol.com. Tables surround a raised centre stage, featuring restaurants, a bar and private club with an open Turkish pop parties every night, at this nightspot Sıraselviler Cad. Soğancı Sok. 7, Cihangir. shows that begin with belly-dancing, followed by terrace during the summer – something for overlooking the Bosphorus, are followed by live T: 0212 245 1996. folk dances and a harem show. . C5. everyone. Daily 12am-11pm. Fri&Sat 12am-4am. percussion and dance shows. The deluxe drink

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pleasant cafes, restaurants and quality nightlife, Astoria SHOPPING CENTRE MAP it is a favourite area especially with İstanbul’s Located in the business and social centre of elite crowd. Nişantaşı lies at busy hub of several Esentepe, Astoria hosts world-renowned brands in major streets (the busiest of which are Teşvikiye, its unique design including 48m-high twin atriums Valikonağı and Rumeli Avenues) and it’s easy to get designed to provide ample daylight. In addition to, a quick dolmuş ride from Taksim Square. A6. to 110 stores, it offers cafés, gourmet markets, and restaurants offering superb flavours of Turkish and world cuisines. Daily 10am-10pm. SHOPPING CENTRES www.astoria.com.tr. Büyükdere Cad. Astoria Addresİstanbul Kuleleri 127, Esentepe. T: 0212 215 2222. Off map. With a host of leading Turkish and foreign Ataköy Plus home furnishing and houseware stores offering, Ataköy Plus Shopping Centre is open to hundreds of brands, this shopping centre has exploration with an architectural aesthetics, everything you need to decorate an entire flat in spacious circulation spaces, and special services a single day. Take a break for a delicious treat at that make shopping an insatiable experience. Kitchenette Restaurant, and enjoy live music on Situated on the coastal road only five minutes from Sundays. Daily 10am-7pm. www.addresistanbul. the Atatürk International Airport, Ataköy Plus offers com. Halide Edip Adıvar Bulvarı Mah. Çiftecevizler 140 brands original designs. www.atakoyplus.com. Deresi Sok. 4, Şişli. T: 0212 320 6262. Off map. Daily 10am-10pm. Adnan Kahveci Bulvarı, Ataköy 6. Kısım Ataköy, Bakırköy. Akasya Acıbadem This largest shopping mall on İstanbul's Asian side T: 0212 661 7515. Off map. offers famous world brands, 10 movie theatres, a Brandium Ataşehir concert hall, a theatre, and Kidzania, where children Boasting 250 stores ranging from home textiles to can meet, play and take part in over 60 different electronics, clothing and cosmetics, this shopping activities. Daily 10am-10pm. www.ak-asya.com. centre also offers children’s play parks, theatre and Çeçen Sok. Koru Etabı, Koru Kule, Kat:36, 192, cinemas, a bowling alley and gourmet restaurants. Acıbadem. T: 0216 428 3132. Off map. place for hand-woven carpets, jewellery, traditional www.brandiumatasehir.com. Dereboyu Cad. 29, Major Shopping Turkish art, famous Turkish style silverware, copper, Akmerkez Ataşehir. T: 0212 4441200. Off map. bronze giftware and decorative objects, ceramics, Offering the best local and foreign brands in Areas Capacity onyx, leather products and souvenirs from all over an elegant shopping atmosphere as well as an Akaretler Row Houses Four-storey shopping centre with 180 stores Turkey. Mon-Sat 8:30am-7pm. www.kapalicarsi.org. array of entertainment and social venues, Joker Built in 1875 by Ottoman Sultan Abdülaziz, the carrying Turkish and foreign brands. Sephora, tr. Beyazıt-Eminönü. E4. Entertainment Park promises a good time for beautiful Akaretler Row Houses has a new lease on Banana Republic, Gap and many more brands cater children and adults alike. Papermoon, located at life since its huge renovation. New life has been Çukurcuma to a vast range of tastes while Electro World serves the Ulus entrance, serves Italian cuisine. breathed into this Beşiktaş neighbourhood and it’s World-renowned for its antique shops, this technology-savvy customers. Daily 10am-10pm. www.akmerkez.com.tr. now one of İstanbul’s foremost cultural quarters, area has the atmosphere of an old Ottoman Fast food, restaurants and movie theaters. Nispetiye Cad. Etiler. T: 0212 282 0170. offering a host of colourful art galleries, stylish neighbourhood. Antique shops are scattered Daily 10am-10pm. www.capacity.com.tr. cafés and restaurants, and a tempting selection through the streets. Mon-Fri 9am-7pm. Sat-Sun Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Zeytinlik Mah. Fişekhane Cad. 7, Bakırköy. of designer shops. Officially named Şair Nedim 9am-7pm. Çukurcuma Cad. Firuzağa Mah. Faik Aqua Florya T: 0212 661 6705. Off map. Caddesi, this sloping street, with the W Hotel as Paşa Cad. Turnacıbaşı Sok. Beyoğlu. This shopping mall offering world-class brands and a prominent landmark, is lined with commercial Capitol T: 0505 709 3857. C5. entertainment hides an added surprise: The İstanbul galleries such as Rampa, Art On Gallery and Major shopping and entertainment centre with Aquarium, the largest thematic aquarium in the world. Galerist, and design house Autobahn. Find luxury Egyptian (Spice) Bazaar stores, restaurants and fourteen movie theatres. Learn about aquatic life in the world's oceans, lakes jewel-encrusted pieces at Sevan Bıçakçı, tasteful Alongside the New Mosque (Yeni Cami) and next Various activities organised every week. Daily and rivers, and enjoy a meal at one of the many cafes linens and household items at Haremlique, and to the Flower Market, the Egyptian Bazaar is one of 10am-10pm. www.capitol.com.tr. Mahir İz Cad. the oldest covered bazaars in İstanbul, renowned and restaurants overlooking the Marmara Sea. prepare for the Big Day at Vakko Wedding. Should , Üsküdar. T: 0216 554 7777. Off map. Daily 10am-10pm. www.aquaflorya.com.tr. you need a break after all that browsing and for its herbalists. In addition to spices, Turkish Şenlikköy Mah.Yeşilköy Halkalı Cad. 93, Florya. City’s shopping, tempting treats await at stylish Cafe delight (lokum), and other souvenirs, natural T: 0212 574 5900. Minyon (part of W Hotel), or taste top Turkish wines medicines, herbs, flower seeds, roots and barks of Off map. City’s Nişantaşı is a centre of fashion and style. paired with cheeses at Corvus. www.akaretler.com. rare plants used in traditional medicine as well as a Leading national and international brands, vast selection of dried nuts, delicatessen products delightful cafés and restaurants, dazzling tr. Süleymen Seba Cad. Maçka, Beşiktaş. B7. and other food items are available. Mon-Sat architecture. Entertainment for children and 7 Bağdat Caddesi 8:30am-6:30pm. Eminönü Square. E4. Guidelines movie theatres. Citylife’s cinema foyer with its Named after Murat IV’s successful campaign to İstiklal Caddesi peerless sea view adds to the pleasure. The fun recapture Baghdad, this posh street on İstanbul’s This directory, grouped by category, is a list of lasts late into the evening. Daily 10am-10pm. In the historical district of Beyoğlu, which was the Asian side extends from Kızıltoprak in Kadıköy to establishments recommended by the editors of www.citysnisantasi.com. Teşvikiye Cad. 162, primary neighbourhood of the foreign community Where Magazine and includes regular Cevizli in Maltepe. The section between Suadiye Nişantaşı. T: 0212 373 3333. A6. and Caddebostan is especially well known for its as well as non-Muslim Ottoman subjects, Beyoğlu advertisers. exclusive shops, cafés and restaurants frequented gradually attained a European look with the arrival Demirören İstiklal by local youth and business people. Many top of foreign embassies as well as Christians from MAP LOCATIONS Opened upon the rebuilding of the Sin-Em Han, Note that the references in bold at the end of Turkish and world brands have at least one shop Galata, eventually forming a new community in home in the 1930s to the famous Saray pudding 17th-century İstanbul. The allure of the street each listing (A1; B5 etc) refer to the coordinates here. Well served by public transportation, this on the street maps on pages 62-63. shop and the Lüks cinema, this 25,000 square bustling street with its chic restaurants and cafes faded in the 1970s but was followed by major metre venue is home to a host of famous shops is an excellent place to go window shopping and revival in early 1990s. It is now a the city’s major including Sephora, Brandroom, the Satürn entertainment district, full of bars, clubs, cafés, information people watching. Off map. Visitors should note that Value Added Tax (VAT) technology chain, the Gap and Atasun Optik. restaurants, and scores of top shopping brands. varies between 8% and 18% and is generally Daily 10am-10pm.www.demirorenistiklal.com. Covered (Grand) Bazaar Beyoğlu. C5. included in the price of goods. Overseas visitors T: 0212 249 9999.İstiklal Cad. 52-54, Beyoğlu. C5. Built in 1461, this amazing complex, the world’s can shop tax-free in Turkey recouping around 5 Nişantaşı oldest shopping center, is a colossal maze taking to 13% of these amounts, respectively. Galleria Nişantaşı is both a lively and bustling in 66 streets and 4,000 stores— all covered. Each Look for shops with signs for Global Refund A major shopping centre featuring world neighbourhood and an area known for its exclusive street in the Bazaar is named after the specific (T: 0212 232 1121) and DSD Refund brands as well as a broad range of restaurants, shopping centres, brand-name stores, malls and (T: 0212 546 0790). guild that once inhabited it, such as the Kalpak entertainment, sports activities and striking galleries. With its national and international brands, Makers, Jewellers, Mirror Makers, etc. This is the interiors. Daily 10am-10pm.

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GAP and Armani Kids – you’ll also find top national SHOPPING CENTRE MAP and international jewellery brands like Atasay, Gülaylar, Assos and Swarovski. The mall is also home to 15 cinemas, and the largest Food Court in İstanbul, with 65 different cafes and restaurants. And not forgetting the two separate terraces with views of the Marmara Sea. Daily 10am-10pm. www.marmara-forum.com.tr. Osmaniye, Çobançeşme, Koşuyolu Bulvarı 3, Bakırköy. T: 0212 414 9494. Shopping Centre Map (p.32).

Metro City Accessible by subway, this shopping centre offering world brands, restaurants, and book stores is also popular for its regular events. Beymen Club and Vakko stores offer top-line smart and smart- casual men’s and women’s clothing. Daily 10am- 10pm. www.metrocity.com.tr. Büyükdere Cad. 171, 1. Levent. T: 0212 344 0660. Shopping Centre Map (p.34).

Optimum Bringing the outlet concept into the city centre, Optimum İstanbul serves nearly nine million visitors a year in the bustling neighbourhood of Kadıköy on the Asian side. In addition to famous brands like Tommy Hilfiger, Fracassetti and Diesel, you’ll find local brands like Derimod, Vakko and Atasay. There’s a huge daylit food court and open- air terraces, plus a 540 m2 ice skating rink. Daily 10am-10pm. www.optimumoutlet.com. İstiklal Sok. 10/4, Yenisahra, Ataşehir. T: 0216 664 1414. Off map.

Palladium Largest shopping centre in İstanbul’s Asian side. In addition to 170 large stores, movie theatres and an excellent food court, it also includes a 32-storey residence. Its inspiring architecture includes a colossal glass hemisphere for a roof. The chic mall also houses world-renowned brands including Marks&Spencer, C&A, Banana Republic, and Zara. Daily 10am-10pm. www.palladium.com.tr. Barbaros Mah. Halk Cad. 8/B, Yeni Sahra, Kozyatağı. T: 0216 663 1500. Off map. www.galleria-atakoy.com. Sahilyolu, Ataköy. extensive choice of leisure activities. At the top of Sapphire T: 0212 559 9560. Off map. the list of attractions is Turkuazoo, Turkey's first and At 261 metres high, İstanbul Sapphire is the biggest aquarium. The mall also boasts a 10-screen city's tallest combined shopping mall and movie theatre, a game and entertainment centre, andresidential building; it’s also Turkey’s first The city centre’s largest shopping mall lets you bowling alley, play spaces for children and a host of ‘green’ structure, and one of few such buildings shop any time you want. In addition to a slew dining choices. Look out for the newest addition: in the world. Combining western, traditional and of top-rated stores, it also boasts cafés and Jurassic Land, an 8000-m2 family entertainment restaurants offering flavours from around the centre set due to open later this year. Daily 10am- modern architecture, Sapphire presents a modern world, a movie theatre, state theatres and the Fun 10pm. www.forumistanbul.com.tr. Kocatepe Mah. shopping experience with prestigious world Lab Entertainment World for children. Daily 10am- Paşa Cad. Bayrampaşa. T: 0212 443 1350. brands and entertainment. Daily 10am-10pm. 10pm. www.istanbulcevahir.com. Büyükdere Cad. www.istanbulsapphire.com. Emniyet Evleri, Eski Shopping Centre Map (p.36). 22/A, Şişli. T: 0212 368 6900. Off map. Büyükdere Cad. 1/1, Levent. T: 0212 268 8080. Kanyon Shopping Centre Map (p.34). İstinyePark Major shopping centre with 160 stores, 9 movie In addition to the top brands this shopping theatres and a health and sports club. Pleasant Trump Towers Mall centre offers, it stands out with its architecture. atmosphere offering the best Turkish and world This mall that offers shopping, movies, a place to Designed to cater to a host of tastes and needs, it brands, gourmet restaurants, cafés, open air perform music, a gym and a convention hall also demonstrates a distinct concept with 147 clothing performances and dazzling colours and sounds. has a play center and ice skating school for kids. stores and 43 world brands. Various theme areas Restaurants and cafés in Kanyon offer early Daily 10am-10pm. www.trumpistanbul.com.tr. including Brands Street, Nostalgic Marketplace breakfasts and late dinners. Daily 10am-10pm. Karkuyusu Sok. 19, Şişli. T: 0212 348 7867. Off map. and Children’s Entertainment Centre in addition www.kanyon.com.tr. Büyükdere Cad. 185, Levent. Vialand to nearly 40 cafés and restaurants, and 12 movie T: 0212 317 5300. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Turkey’s first world-class mega theme park offers theatres inc a 3D IMAX screen. Daily 10am-10pm. a host of different entertainment alternatives www.istinyepark.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. 73, Marmara Forum including a show centre, shopping centre, a 5000- Sarıyer. T: 0212 345 5555. The Marmara Forum shopping centre is home to world brands, and brings new ideas and trends seat auditorium plus a train, a roller coaster and Shopping Centre Map (p.34). to Turkey. In addition to famous men’s, women’s other rides and theme zones. www.vialand.com.tr. Forumİstanbul and kids’ clothing and lingerie brands – including Yeşilpınar Mah. Girne Mah. Eyüp. T: 0212 618 9797. In addition to shopping, Forum İstanbul offers an Massimo Dutti, Benetton, Mango, Lacoste, DKNY, Off map.

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to all manner of antique and vintage enthusiasts, the centre offers high-quality pieces. Mon-Sat SHOPPING CENTRE MAP 10am-6pm. Tomurcuk Sok. Antikacılar Çarşısı, Mecidiyeköy. T: 0212 217 8093. Off map. Portakal Art And Culture House The Portakal Family has contributed to Turkish arts and culture for three generations, since early 20th century provide art consultancy services for private museums, institutions and special collections. Mon-Sat 9am-7:30pm. www.rportakal.com. Mim Kemal Öke Cad. 8, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 225 4637. A6. Sahaflar Çarşısı The oldest market to have survived from Ottoman times, it is located on Beyazıt Square in the historical neighbourhood of Beyazıt, next to the Grand Bazaar. A must-see for booklovers visiting the Grand Bazaar, with old and new Turkish and foreign books, as well as old banknotes, coins and stamps. Eminönü, Çadırcılar Cad. 103-203, Beyazıt. E4. Accessories Ela Cindoruk & Nazan Pak Earrings, necklaces, bracelets, brooches, pendants and cufflinks designed by Ela Cindoruk and Nazan Viaport engravings at Artı Mezat. Mon-Sat 10am-6pm. Pak. In addition to gold and silver, accessories Located at the Sabiha Gökçen juncture at the www.artimezat.com. Ahmet Fetgari Sok. made of pearls, plastic and polyester also available. intersection of the İstanbul Park Road and Trans- Can Apt. 40/B, Teşvikiye. T: 0212 233 7037. A7. Mon 2am-7pm, Tue-Sat 10.30am-7pm, www.elacindoruknazanpak.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. European Motorway (TEM), VIA/PORT boasts 175 Beyaz Müzayede stores. There are many world-renowned brand Atiye Sok. 14/B, Teşvikiye. T: 0212 232 2664. A6. This establishment holds auctions at Sofa outlets. The centre also features an amusement Hotel featuring masterpieces of modern and Frey Wille park, go carts, a forest tour on ATV, pony rides, 5D contemporary art. Printed with 5 different covers, Designed to reflect an rich imagination and cinema and much more. Daily 10am-10pm. the catalogue presents the objects to go under the emotional intensity, handmade Frey Wille www.viaport.com.tr. Yenişehir Mah. hammer under two sections: Day Sale and Evening collections incude unique artistic champlevé Dedepaşa Cad. 19, Kurtköy, Pendik. Sale. www.beyazart.com. İz Plaza Giz K:19 D:70, products by prominent Viennese designers. T: 0216 696 1001. Off map. Maslak. T: 0212 290 7050. A6. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. www.frey-wille.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 51/C, Nişantaşı. Zorlu Center Horhor Antique Centre T: 0212 240 5420. A6. This mall in the heart of the city is home to luxury This seven-storey building is famous with local boutique stores including Beymen, plus Turkey’s antique collectors, and each object here has a Plus One (Janset Bilgin) first outlets of brands such as Brooks Brothers, story, from armour worn by an English knight in Authentic and modern jewellry pieces made of Industrie Denim, Cos, Lanvin, Pomellato, Stella his last battle, to the massive armchair of a French silver, natural stones, and old fabrics tied with McCartney and Superdry. The venue also has 14 aristocrat. Daily 10am-6pm. www.horhor.com. leather cord. Mon-Sun 10:30am-7:30pm. plusone. cinemas, including two VIP cinemas with 1,600 Kırk Sok. 24, Horhor, Aksaray. E2. com.tr. Müeyyetzade Mah. Tatarbeyi Sok. 34/B, seats each. Daily 10am-10pm. www.zorlucenter.com. Galata. T: 0212 243 1224. D5. Barbaros Bulvarı Kavşağı, Beşiktaş. Khaftan Art & Antique A delightful venue hosting a collection of fine Takıl Pera T: 0212 444 9496. Off map. antiques and works by modern Turkish artists. Saadet Keskin started her jewellery store back Khaftan’s vast array includes Ottoman era textiles, in 1976 in Beşiktaş, and later moved to Tünel ANTIQUES AND ceramics, silverworks, oriental paintings, books, under the name Takıl Pera. She works exclusively engravings and maps collected both in Turkey with private designers to select her unique COLLECTIBLES and abroad. Also available are oil paintings by collection that blends tradition with class. Mon-Sat Antik Palace contemporary Turkish artists, miniature paintings 10am-8pm, Sun 1pm-7pm. www.takilpera.com. Nearly 260 art and antique auctions have been and calligraphic art. Daily 9am-8pm. Asmalımescit, General Yazgan Sok. 2/A, Tünel, held by this house, where numerous Turkish and www.khaftan.com. Sultanahmet, Nakilbent Sok. 32, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 292 1792. C5. world records have been broken. Antik A.Ş. is the T: 0212 458 5425. F5. organizer of the first and most comprehensive Maçka Mezat Bookstores contemporary painting, wine, book and classic Maçka Mezat is a pioneer promoting Ottoman automobile auctions in Turkey. Daily 9am-7pm. artworks and Turkish paintings in auctions, with a D&R www.antikpalace.com.tr. Süleyman Seba Cad. wide array of artefacts primarily Ottoman silver, Offers a broad selection of books, music, films, Talimyeri Sok. 2, Maçka. T: 0212 236 2460. B7. tombaks, ceramics and calligraphy plus European electronics, games, gifts and stationary in a Artı Mezat and Russian artworks, Orientalist paintings and modern and relaxed atmosphere, with 45 stores Chinese porcelain. Mon-Sat 9am-6pm. throughout İstanbul. Check website for the nearest Providing antique buying and sales services, the www.mackamezat.com. Maçka Cad. store. Daily 10am-10pm. www.dr.com.tr. shop guarantees the authenticity of each piece 24/3, Teşvikiye. T: 0212 259 4513. A6. Büyükdere Cad. 185, Kanyon Shopping Centre K:1, with options of lowest commission and earliest 179, Levent. T: 0212 353 0870. payment. Find the best value on Ottoman and Mecidiyeköy Antique Centre Shopping Centre Map (p.34). European pieces, paintings, porcelain, glass and Established in 1982, this four-storey antique centre ceramic objects, silver objects bearing the sultan’s is home to nearly 80 shops with mainly European, Pandora Beyoğlu signature or seal, Korans, calligraphy, books and particularly French and British, antiques. Catering Bookstore located in Beyoğlu's Büyükparmakkapı

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street, carrying 50,000 books inc 2,000 on Turkey. Elmadağ. T: 0212 252 5095. B6. Grand Bazaar, of specially woven, environmentally friendly, wool and Kaka jean creations. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. Broad range of subjects inc art, archaeology, Mon-Sat 8:30am-7pm. Grand Bazaar, and wool blend Bio-Tech fabrics that are both www.emporioarmani.com. İstinyePark Shopping literature, cooking and leisure. An especially good Kalpakçılar Cad. 70, Eminönü. E4. sophisticated and eye-catching. Daily 10am-10pm. Centre 519, Sarıyer. T: 0212 345 6110. source of books in English. Mon-Wed 10am-8pm, www.damat.com.tr. Valikonağı Cad. 63, Nişantaşı. Metrekare Rug Art Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Thu-Sat 10am-9pm, Sun 1pm-8pm. T: 0212 343 8550-51. A6. beyoglu.pandora.com.tr. İstiklal Cad. In addition to Turkish rugs such as Kotan, Memlük, Etro Büyükparmakkapı Sok. 3, Beyoğlu. and Uşak, this venue also offers Odegard, Jan Ermenegildo Zegna Sporting Italian lines with the colours of India, this T: 0212 243 3503. C5. Kath, Nepalese rugs, antique Oriental hand-woven The brand offers two distinct lines inc Zegna Sport men and women’s line of clothing, accessories, rugs and the modern Woven Legend collections. and Z Zegna. Particularly the environmentally perfumes and home collections stand out with Remzi Kitabevi Mon-Sat 9am-7pm. www.metrekare.net. Vişnezade, friendly Oasi Zegna Cashmere jumpers in basic their bold colours and designs. Daily 10am-10pm. Books in both Turkish and English are available in Maçka Cad. 29/A, Maçka. T: 0212 343 9732. A6. colours appeal to both sight and touch. www.etro.com. İstinyePark Shopping Centre, K:1 this bookstore, which also includes a café. Turkish www.zegna.com. Mon-Sat 10am-7:30pm. İstinye Bayırı Cad. Sarıyer. T: 0212 335 6795. Nakkaş and foreign daily periodicals, CDs, DVDs, VCDs, Abdi İpekçi Cad. 15/A, Nişantaşı. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Turkish, foreign magazines and gifts also available. In İstanbul's old Sultanahmet district, there's a truly T: 0212 241 6500. A6. Eight stores throughout İstanbul; check website for remarkable store: Nakkaş. Built over a beautifully Gap the closest store. Mon-Sat 9am-9pm. restored 6-century Byzantine cistern, Nakkaş Gant Reflecting American style with its sporty and casual www.remzi.com.tr. Rumeli Cad. 44, Nişantaşı. offers fine wearings, ceramics and jewellery in the Combining traditional American style with garments, Gap offers a multitude of jeans, blazers, T: 0212 234 5475. A6. Bağdat Cad. 452, Suadiye. tradition of quality crafts manship. A visit to this European mastery, Gant has proved its reputation t-shirts, sweatshirts, lingerie, bags, belts, wallets T: 0216 361 9071. Off map. column-filled cistern is the first step to an exciting as one of the finest shirt brands for 60 years, and headgear. Daily 10am-10pm. shopping adventure. Mon-Sat 9am-7pm. particularly with its Hugger, Pullover, Cashmere www.gap.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Robinson Crusoe 389 www.nakkasrug.com. Nakilbent Sok. 13, and Rugger lines. Daily 10am-10pm. Shopping Centre K:-1/38, Sarıyer. A pleasant stop on İstiklal Caddesi, this store Sultanahmet. T: 0212 516 5222. F4 / F5. www.gant.com. Büyükdere Cad. 185, T: 0212 345 6223. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). carries books in English, French and German on a Kanyon Shopping Centre B2, Levent. wide range of subjects, especially history, travel, Giorgio Armani T: 0212 353 5367. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). literature and art. Daily 10am-9:30pm. Clothing – Children The miraculous Italian line that shapes fashion with www.rob389.com. İstiklal Cad. 195A (389), Beyoğlu. Hugo Boss its simple yet stylish collection stands out with its B&G Store T: 0212 293 6968. C5. Bringing together modern accessories and casual casual, smart designs ideal for business life. Daily Own product range featuring collections from and sporty lines, Hugo Boss offers endless choices 10am-10pm. www.giorgioarmani.com. İstinye Bayırı leading global brands in children’s clothing inc inc ready-wear, watches, accessories, lingerie, Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre 518, Sarıyer. Patrizia Pepe, Bogner, Zu+Elements, Bikkembergs, Carpets bodycare products and more, under lines including T: 0212 345 6110. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Mariella Burani, Nebati bb, Baby Graziella, Phard Agora Halı its Boss Black, Boss Orange, Boss Green and Boss Bebe, Killah, Riccione. Daily 10am-10pm. Gucci This amazing store’s 18,000-piece private Selection. Daily 10am-10pm. www.bgstore.com.tr. Forum İstanbul, Kocatepe Italian fashion brand with shoes, handbags, collection includes regional carpets such as Old www.hugoboss.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. Mah. Paşa Cad. Bayrampaşa. T: 0212 640 6978. luggage, leather goods, furs, a ready-to-wear İstinyePark Shopping Centre 339/468, Sarıyer. Kazak, Konya, Sivas, Bergama and Uşak, plus the collection and much more. Daily 10am-7pm. Shopping Centre Map (p.36). T: 0212 345 6001. exciting Contemporary Art collection. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). www.gucci.com. Maçka Cad. Maçka Palas 33/C, www.agorarug.com. Nuruosmaniye Cad. Türbedar Kid’s Story La Misura Teşvikiye. T: 0212 225 2080. A6. Sok. 9, Cağaloğlu. T: 0212 528 7441. Garments and accessories for the 0-16 age group. E4. A leader in custom tailoring, La Misura designs a Knitwear, shoes, shirts, jackets, socks, hats and H&M Çınar Halı wide range of made-to-measure suits, tuxedos, berets. Products by leading brands inc Burberry, Operating in cities around the world since 1947, Çınar Halı offers a full array of classic, modern coats, shoes, accessories and more. Donna Karan, Nolita, Bon Point, Monalisa, Roberto H&M offers fashionable, quality products for men, and post-modern patterns to suit interiors of all www.lamisura.com.tr. Levent Cad. 54, 1. Levent. Cavalli & Simonetta also available. Daily 10am- women and children at attractive prices, and also styles. Completely a product of Turkish labour and T: 0212 283 0022. Off map. 10pm. Nispetiye Cad. Akmerkez Shopping Centre stocks attractive local textiles. Daily 10am-10pm. artisanship, each hand-woven carpet reflects the 185, Etiler. T: 0212 282 0146. İstinyePark Shopping Centre, İstinye Bayırı Cad. 73, brand’s quality. Mon-Sat 9am-6pm. Sarıyer. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). www.cinarhali.com.tr. Nuruosmaniye Cad. 51/A, Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Clothing – Cağaloğlu. T: 0212 513 8317. E4. Miki House Men & Women Lacoste Japan’s most famous and prestigious children’s This distinguished brand from France maintains Dhoku Burberry brand, Miki House is a favourite for boys and girls its line under its Club and Sport models. Autumn/ Translated as ‘texture’, dhoku immediately stands Clothing for women, men, children and babies aged up to ten years old. There’s a vast choice of Winter creation presents the borders of iconic out for its top-quatlity kilims. Made specially in inc a winning mix of classic and funky raincoats, items from clothing, bags and packs, a wide range sportswear in natural colours and comfortable Anatolia out of 100% organic wool, dhoku’s pieces separates and accessories. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. of shoes, toys, hats and other accessories. and sophisticated stylishness. Daily 10am-10pm. are notable for their geometric designs, meticulous www.burberry.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 1, Nişantaşı. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. www.mikihouseturkey.com. www.lacoste.com. Büyükdere Cad. 171, Metro City weaving and elegant simplicity. Mon-Sat 8:30am- T: 0212 241 5516. Maçka Cad. Narmanlı Apt. 24/B, Nişantaşı. A6. Shopping Centre G, 1. Levent. T: 0212 344 0272. 7pm. www.dhoku.com. Grand Bazaar, Takkeciler T: 0212 236 3649. A6. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Sok. 58-60, Eminönü. T: 0212 527 6841. E5. Cacharel Offers a brand universe through many collections Loro Piana Has Halı of glasses, lingerie, jewellery, watches, linens and Known throughout the world for its high-end With several stores throughout Turkey and the Clothing – Men home entertainment. Daily 10am-10pm. cashmere and wool garments, Loro Piana is an world, and its Pera, Museum, Ottoman and Brioni www.cacharel-tr.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark indispensible brand for both men and women Seraph collections, this is popular with well-known Brioni is universally recognized as the most Shopping Centre, -1.Kat, F211A, İstinye. who enjoy travelling and outdoor sports and never politicians and businessmen. Mon-Sat 9:30am- luxurious brand in men’s fashion. Mon-Sat T: 0212 345 5058. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). compromise on style and comfort. Daily 10am- 7:30pm. www.hashali.com. Fulya Terrace, Hakkı 10am-7pm. www.brioni.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 17, 10pm. www.loropiana.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. Yeten Cad. 14, Fulya, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 444 2427. Dolce & Gabanna Nişantaşı. T: 0212 343 0038. A6. İstinyePark Shopping Centre 483, Sarıyer. The creation of Italian designers Domenico Off map. T: 0212 345 6582. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Corente Dolce and Stefano Gabanna, this famous brand Loomart Known for its made-to-measure shirts and suits, dazzles the eyes with its brilliant designs. The new Massimo Dutti When it comes to aesthetics, LoomArt is plus silk and cashmere neckties, the company collection makes heavy use of wool with black, gold The perennial choice of people unwilling to committed to the best in carpet design. Its uses fabrics from famous brands such as Charles and lamé designs. Daily 10am-10pm. compromise on their appearance in a busy huge collection includes unusual antique pieces Clayton, Loro Piana, Valentino, Dormeuil, Vitale www.dolcegabbana.com. Zorlu Center, and fast-paced business life. Daily 10am-10pm. from Kerman, Konya and Tabriz (Iran), funky Barberis Cononico, Ermenegildo Zegna, and Cad. Beşiktaş. T: 0212 306 3398. Off map. Nispetiye Cad. Akmerkez Shopping Centre contemporary pieces with bold designs and bright Fratelli Italia De Delfino. www.corentte.com. 211/310, Etiler.T: 0212 282 0939. colours, and woven kilims. Some of its larger Emporio Armani Mim Kemal Öke Cad. İkizler Apt. 14/3, Nişantaşı. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). creations as the Pera Palace Hotel, and residence ’s most famous fashion brand, Emporio T: 0212 247 0445. Off map. of the President of Turkey! Daily 8:30am-7:30pm. Armani offers ready-to-wear, jewellery, lingerie, Mavi www.loomart.com. On the boutiques floor of Damat/Tween glasses and watches while renewing itself with the Appealing to a vast range of tastes in jeans and The Ritz-Carlton. 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also offers exclusive concept products for special Abdi İpekçi Cad. 21, Nişantaşı. jewellery designs, Dior’s perfumes are also the occasions. Daily 10am-10pm. T: 0212 219 5709. A6. choice of top. Daily 10am-10pm. www.mavi.com. Nispetiye Cad. Akmerkez www.dior.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. Barbara Bui İstinyePark Shopping Centre 478, Sarıyer. Shopping Centre 235/238, Etiler. Reflecting the energy and strength of the urban T: 0212 345 5930. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). T: 0212 282 0423-24. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). woman, Barbara Bui has represented sophisticated Moschino Parisian style for 27 years. This season’s collection DKNY The Moschino, Moschino Cheap, Chic and embodies a powerful rock spirit, and sculptural Broad selection of sweaters, jeans, pants, dresses, Love Moschino collections make their mark by designs. Mon-Thu 10am-8pm. Fri & Sat 10am- skirts, and jackets for women and men. Mon-Sat expressing creativity; transforming irony and 8.30pm. Sun noon-8pm. St. Regis İstanbul, Mim 10:30am-5:30pm. www.dkny.com. Teşvikiye Cad. elegance into strength by reinterpreting the Kemal Öke Cad. 35-1, Nişantaşı. Bostan Sok. Murat Apt. 7, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 259 0804. classics. Daily 10am-10pm. www.moschino.com. T: 0212 230 3752. A6. A6. Suits İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre 53, Brandroom Escada Sarıyer. T: 0212 335 6770. Offers apparel for all occasions by select brands Prestigious international fashion house offering Shopping Centre Map (p.34). inc Balmain, Alexander Wang, Versace, Diane Von luxury apparel, accessories and fragrance Furstenberg, 3.1 Phillip Lim, Salvatore Ferragamo, collections for daytime, weekends and evenings. Naracamicie Tom Ford, MCQ, Catherine Malandrino, Ashish, Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. www.escada.com. Abdi İpekçi Italian luxury shirt designer and manufacturer you as Emilio Pucci, Thomas Wylde, Paul & Joe, See Cad. 25, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 247 8483. A6. Naracamicie presents four collections under the by Chloe, Vivienne Westwood Anglomania Flash and Base labels. In addition to bold, unusual İpekyol and Helmut Lang, as well as broad selection of shirts and blouses, you’ll fine classic shirts, white Unique and modern designs suitable both for cosmetics. Mon-Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 12pm-8pm. shirts and a host of original styles. professional and everyday life, with an emphasis www.demsagroup.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. www.naracamicie.com.tr Abdi İpekçi Cad. on distinct styles for women. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm, Polat Palas 63, Maçka. T: 0212 241 6049. A6. Bostan Sok. Ayda Apt. 11 / 1, Nişantaşı. Sun 12pm-6pm. www.ipekyol.com.tr. Bağdat Cad. T: 0212 236 5600. A6. BCBG Max Azria Meltem Apt. 439, Suadiye. T: 0216 410 3032. The choice of many Hollywood celebrities like Off map. Network Paris Hilton, Carmen Electra, Eva Mendes and she does Fendi Network is a global brand inspired by the Sharon Stone, Max Azria caters to women who Italian brand has launched a new boutique which multicultural character of the 21st century, prefer a modern style. Extensive product offers will house handbags, shoes, small leather goods, introducing new trends for men and women. casual wear to evening dresses, shoes and watches, jewellery. Daily 10am-10pm. Mon-Sat 8:30am-8pm. www.network-tr.com. handbags. Mon-Sat 10am-8pm. Zorlu Center, Koru Sok. 2, 180, Beşiktaş. Teşvikiye Cad. 103, Nişantaşı. www.bcbgmaxazriagroup.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. T: 0212 236 6579. T: 0212 999 9810. Off map. A6. Bostan Sok. 4, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 241 2242. A6. Juicy Couture Ralph Lauren Bottega Veneta Juicy Couture embraces the bright and glamorous Athletic and inspiring garments, coats and jackets Comfortable, quality footwear and handbag fun of its Los Angeles heritage by discovering the give the feeling of an American holiday. Ralph designs offering elegance and luxury. couture. Fashion apparel for women, girls and Lauren offers unique choices for lovers of the Mon-Sat 10am-10pm. www.bottegaveneta.com. babies, handbags, shoes, intimates, swimwear, classics with its Purple Label and Black Label lines İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre fragrance, accesories, jewelry, sunglasses and small and more casual selections with Polo Ralph Lauren. 463, Sarıyer.T: 0212 335 6790. Daily 10am-10pm. www.ralphlauren.com. goods. Daily 10am-8pm. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Polat Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Palas Brandroom 63, Nişantaşı. İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre 58, T: 0212 241 6049. Sarıyer. T: 0212 345 7012. Chanel A6. World-renowned French brand Chanel offers Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Lanvin a wide range of products from ready-wear to One of the largest French brands and popular with Tom Ford accessories, beauty products and watches. Chanel Hollywood stars for its clothing, shoes and bags, One of the world’s most prestigious brands, famed counts Nicole Kidman, Victoria Beckham, Lily Allen, Lanvin offers designs of elegance and luxury. Abdi for its outlandish, unique styles, this store presents Catherine Denevue and Audrey Tautou among its İpekçi Cad. 23, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 231 3979. A6. one of the designer’s most astounding collections celebrity clients. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. Abdi İpekçi in a contemporary atmosphere. Abdi İpekçi Cad Cad. Nazen Apt. Maçka. T: 0212 368 6300. A6. Louis Vuitton 46/B, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 296 7575. A6. Ready-to-wear dresses as well as bags and Chloe accessories from the famous monogrammed Top Shop Named for its warm, feminine appeal, and in leather by Marc Jacobs. Mon-Sat 10am-8pm. You’ll find the Kate Moss and Celia Birtwell perfect synch with the mood of Paris. Youthful, www.louisvuitton.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 23, collections in this London-based store in addition modern design. Daily 10am-10pm. Nişantaşı. T: 0212 246 6975. A6. to maternity, mini and vintage ranges. Personal www.chloe.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. shopping at affordable prices. There is a men’s İstinyePark Shopping Centre 55, Sarıyer. Max&Co. section as well. Mon-Sat 10am-9pm, Sun 12pm- T: 0212 335 6782. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Collection representing a modern, feminine, 7pm. www.topshop.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 2, seductive and distinctive style. Daily 10am-10pm. Desa Nişantaşı. T: 0212 291 1520. www.maxandco.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark A6. Established in 1972, this brand now operates with Shopping Centre 492, İstinye. T: 0212 345 5731. 73 stores in Turkey and 2 abroad. In addition to Zara Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Spanish brand offering men’s, women’s and leather products, it also produces silk, chiffon, children’s clothing. Some of its stores, inc Zara cashmere and knitwear skirts, jackets, trousers, Max Mara Home, feature home furnishings and accessories. coats and accessories. Daily 10am-10pm. Max Mara covers all the bases for lovers of classic Mon-Sat 10am-10pm. www.zara.com. Metro City www.desa.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 5, Nişantaşı. styles, providing a casual look for women of all Shopping Centre G, 1. Levent. T: 0212 344 00 44. T: 0212 232 1290. A6. Bağdat Cad. 443/A, Suadiye. ages. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. www.maxmara.com. T: 0216 416 4368. Bağdat Cad. 244, Teşvikiye Cad. 7, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 259 6550. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Off map. A6. Göztepe. T: 0216 369 8037. Off map. İstinyePark Shopping Centre 398, Sarıyer. Miu Miu Designed as an independent brand by Prada, Miu T: 0212 245 6739. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Clothing - Women Miu’s trendy footwear and dresses appeal to the Alexander Mcqueen Dior child in you. Daily 10am-10pm. ww.miumiu.com. Mim Kemal Öke Cad. İkizler Apt. 14/3, Nişantaşı, İstanbul / Turkey Tel: 0212 247 0445 Popular with men and women alike, this English Highly distinguished world brand with John İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre 58, brand’s clothing and accessories appeal to those Galliano’s haute couture, men’s-women’s Sarıyer. T: 0212 329 8158. with an eye for elegant and sophisticated design. prêt-à-porter, home decoration, skin product and Shopping Centre Map (p.34). www.corentte.com 40 WHERE İstanbul I MAY 2014 SHOPPING SHOPPING

Midnight Express Valentino comic books, including Marvel, DC Direct and Clothing by designers inspired by İstanbul, The Italian fashion designer’s elegant shops offer Kotobukiya. There’s also a colourful bakery offering Turkish Designer Gift & Collectables including Bora Aksu, Ümit Ünal and Hakan Yıldırım; haute couture designs dominated by red and böreks, tarts and theme cakes. Anatoli as well as leather handbags and accessories by black, collectors’ pieces, women’s accessories and www.pow.com.tr. Caddebostan Mah. Stores The Anatoli brand brings centuries-old cultural Johnny Farah. Also jewellery by Apriati, each piece glasses. Daily 10am-10pm. www.valentino.com. Haldun Taner Sokak Güneysu Apt.12/1, Kadıköy. motifs and symbols Anatolian to life. Its modern of which is an artwork with its novel, flowing forms. Zorlu Center, Zincirlikuyu Cad. Beşiktaş. T: 0216 386 0016. Off map. designs bring together designers and skilled Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. www.midnightexpress.com.tr. T: 0212 306 3392. Off map. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 24/2, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 234 5242. artisans to create a unique line of decorative Küçük Bebek Cad. 7/A, Bebek. objects and giftware, with the Kubbe-i Âliye Verda Textile CLOSH—This boutique specializes in ready-to-wear T: 0212 265 4547. cosmetıcs Off map. With headquarters in İstanbul’s Osmanbey district and wedding gowns for customers. coffee set and their Seljuk carafe among their L’occitane top selling designs. www.anatoli.com.tr. Perspective and branches throughout the world, Verda supplies www.closhboutique.com. Atiye Sok. 2, Teşvikiye. Adressİstanbul, Daily 10am-7pm.Halide Edip Adıvar women’s clothing in large sizes (42-58), making Creams, soaps, candles and natural skin care T: 0212 258 5756. ÇİĞDEM AKIN—Original and Modern collections featuring elegant but Mah. Çiftecevizler Deresi Sok. 2, 4/F, Şişli. unique, bold fashion available to everyone. Its products. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. distinct designs prepared for special days carrying comfortable women’s work, casual and all the features made for individuals who follow the T: 0212 222 3040. İstinyePark Shopping collection includes gowns, day and eveningwear, www.loccitane.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 43/B, Off map. eveningwear designs, with over 100 stores in 41 trend. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Erkan Apt. 28/4, Nişantaşı. Centre, Daily 10am-10pm, İstinye Bayırı Cad. 73, and is easily reachable by metro. Mon-Fri 8:30am- Nişantaşı. T: 0533 489 5468. A6. countries. Mon-Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 1pm-8pm. T: 0212 248 1177. DENİZ KAPROL—One of Turkey’s Sarıyer. T: 0212 345 6858. 7:30pm, Sat 9am-2pm. www.verdatextile.com. www.perspective.com.tr. Rumeli Cad. 2/1, A, M.A.C. foremost brands in jewellery and accessory design, Şair Nigar Sok. 44/46, Osmanbey. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Nişantaşı. T: 0212 231 3355. A6. Wide variety of makeup products and cosmetics Kaprol embellishes her elegant designs with meticu- T: 0212 219 4000. Off map. with assistance from experts. Skin and nail lously chosen precious stones, and creates personal Assouline Prada protection products also available. designs for her customers. The necklaces, bracelets, With branches in Paris, New York, Las Vegas, Los Considering fashion, luxury and style a project Coiffeurs Daily 10am-10pm. Nispetiye Cad. Akmerkez earrings, rings and brooches in her exclusive collec- Angeles and now İstanbul, Assouline stores offer that goes beyond the mere production of clothes, Shopping Centre 121, Etiler. T: 0212 282 2615. tions are sure to impress. www.dkaprol.com. a selection of limited-edition book bags, book bags, and shoes, this famous Italian brand leads Bahçecik Bağdat Cad. Noter Sok. Lütfiye Apt. 21/3, stands, stationery, bookends and fine antiques. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Closh the world in fashion and style. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. Leading establishment providing the latest trends. Şaşkınbakkal. T: 0216 386 8600. DİLEK HANİF—The Mon-Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 12am-6pm. Cevdet Paşa first Turkish designer to present her own couture col- www.prada.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 34, Nişantaşı. Its quality and well-trained, specialized staff Cad. 25/A, Bebek. T: 0212 287 5534. Off map. lection at Paris Haute Couture fashion week. T: 0212 368 8450. A6. ensure customer satisfaction. Member of Haute Department Stores www.dilekhanif.com. Maçka Cad. Ralli Apt. 37/2, Cashmere House Coiffure Française and İstanbul Artistic Coiffeurs Roberto Cavalli Teşvikiye. T: 0212 219 3723-24. ELİF CIGIZOĞLU— Cashmere House is the place to look for exquisite Association. Mon-Sat 9am-7:30pm. Beymen Top quality Italian clothes for men and women, that Introduces volume even to the most classic garments latest styles of cashmere shawls from Nepal and www.bahcecik.com.tr. Ulus, Ahmet Adnan Saygun Beymen Men is renowned for its eye for fine detail, are comfortable as well as stylish. Mon-Sat 10am- with the added origamic details. www.elifcigizoglu. Kashmir, as well as real silk shawls produced in the Cad. Dostlar Sitesi, 5/1A, Ulus. T: 0212 257 6822. special fabrics and quality. Beymen Women offers com. Teşvikiye Cad. Alhamra Apt. 28/3, Nişantaşı. Turkish cities of Bursa and Denizli in a wide variety 7pm. www.robertocavalli.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. The Ritz Carlton Hotel Süzer Plaza Çarşısı. timeless garments with romantic, nostalgic and Off map. T: 0212 296 0012. GAMZE SARAÇOĞLU—A member of colours and styles. Mon-Sat 9am-6pm. 13/A, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 291 0754. A6. T: 0212 244 5954. feminine details that will never go out of fashion. B7. of the Fashion Designers Association, Saraçoğlu has www.cashmerehouse.com.tr. Keseciler Cad. Leading international brands also available. worked for brands like Zara, Marks & Spencer and Saint Laurent Erdem Kıramer 49-51, Grand Bazaar, Beyazıt, Fatih. www.beymen.com.tr. Nişantaşı, Mon-Sat 10am- Apple. Inspired by life and humanity, her designs are Known For His Designs Aimed At Daring, Feminine An established brand in Turkey, Erdem Kıramer T: 0212 5276990. E4. 8pm. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 23/1, Nişantaşı. all expressions of her joy and positive outlook. Women, The French Designer’s Shops Offer A works with Paris-based Dessange Paris, bringing T: 0212 3734800. A6. Zorlu Center, Daily 10am- www.gamzesaracoglu.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Fırça Ceramics Range Of Bold Pieces. www.ysl.com. Zorlu Center, the world’s innovations to Turkey. Its hair designs 10pm. Zorlu Center, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 306 3300. Isparta Palas 19/3, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 296 6973. İPEK This is Turkey’s first handicraft centre to produce Zincirlikuyu Cad. Beşiktaş. T: 0212 306 3390. successfully reflect the latest in hair fashion in KRAMER—İpek Kramer is an important brand in Off map. hand-made ceramics with lead-free glaze and Off map. newspaper, magazine and TV shootings, fashion haute couture nightwear in Turkey. www.ipekkiramer. a high percentages of quartz, equal to original shows and similar events. Daily 9am-7pm. Boyner com. Nispetiye Cad. Akmerkez Shopping Centre 363, Salvatore Ferragamo İznik quality. You can also enjoy a fascinating www.erdemkiramer.com.tr. Maya Residence, Bebek Its men’s, women’s, children’s wear, active Etiler. T: 0212 282 0143. GÖNÜL PAKSOY—Creativity Creativity and passion have been passed down demonstration of traditional pottery making Mah. Otlukbeli Cad. Yol Sok. 16, C Blok, Etiler. sportswear, footwear & accessories, cosmetics and that bears the marks of Turkish culture and history. through generations in the Ferragamo family, and with a kick wheel. Sultanahmet, Daily 9am-7pm. T: 0212 352 1195. Off map. housewares departments offer a vast selection of From clothes to accessories, shawls, pillows and with close attention to quality and detail, Salvatore Cankurtaran, Alemdar Cad. 2/A, Sultanahmet. local and international brands. Daily 10am-10pm. slippers, all of her designs are unique, special and Ferragamo has become known as the shoemaker reflective of her inner world. Teşvikiye, Atiye Sok. 1, T: 0212 511 9300. Kariye, Daily (closed Wed) İstinyePark Shopping Centre, İstinye Bayırı Cad. for the stars. In addition to purses and shoes, the Teşvikiye. T: 0212 236 0209. ÖZGÜR MASUR—Always 9am-6pm. Camii Sok.4, Edirnekapı. Concept Stores Sarıyer. T: 0212 345 5070. brand’s other lines of clothing have also had great Shopping Centre Map striving for innovation and uniqueness in his collec- T: 0212 534 4916. C1/2. Atölye Mariposa (p.34). Bağdat Cad. 360, Suadiye. T: 0216 385 1409. success. Daily 10am-8pm. tions, Özgür Masur is especially noted for his low This shop offering designs by Didem Arayıcı and Off map. Gali Collection, The Abdi İpekçi Cad. Polat Palas, 63, Nişantaşı. necklines, miniskirts and shorts, and finely-crafted, Banu Öneş features a clothing collection inspired bold, brilliant and sexy designs. www.ozgurmasur. This home and marine collection features T: 0212 241 6049. A6. Harvey NicholS by the bohemian, romantic and chic women of com. Ihlamur Yolu Cad., Can Apt. 11/5, Nişantaşı. nature-inspired forms alongside contemporary Kanyon Shopping Centre is the home of this Stella McCartney yesteryear, plus elegant, original home décor T: 0212 233 0678. ÖZLEM SÜER—With avant garde, hand-crafted silver jewellery. View the fine silver ultimate luxury designer destination. Spread over The daughter of former Beatles member Paul items. www.atolyemariposa.com. Teşvikiye Branch, A46—Stylish brand and destinations for women neo-romantic designs, Özlem Süer offers alternatives collection, and Gali-designed slippers to ward off 3 floors, it offers over 300 of world’s top designer McCartney, the British designer is known for Teşvikiye Cad. Göksu Apt. 21/1, Nişantaşı. who want to remain elegant both day and night. for day or night. Party dresses, bridal gowns, concert the evil eye. Mon-Fri 10am-6:30pm. labels in ladies’, men’s and children’s wear, www.a46.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Kaşıkçıoğlu Apt. www.thegalicollection.com. Kültür Mah. her creations for famous personalities including T: 0212 327 8177. A6. Cihangir Branch, Şimşirci Sok. designs and boutique designs in over 60 shops cosmetics, fashion, and home accessories, also 42, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 233 9031. ARZU KAPROL— abroad. Mon-Sat 9am-7pm. Küçük Çamlık Sitesi, Esra Sok. E Blok 2H D2, Etiler. Madonna, Jude Law and Gwynneth Paltrow. 11/A, Cihangir. T: 0212 249 0483. C6. including premium brands. Daily 10am-10pm. Arzu Kaprol couture reflects femininity, comfort and www.ozlemsuer.com. Özlem Süer House: Büyükçiftlik T: 0212 234 0138. Daily 10am-10pm. www.stellamccartney.com. A6. Fey www.harveynichols.com. Büyükdere Cad. 185, private use. www.arzukaprol.net. Teşvikiye Cad. Atiye Sok. 20, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 240 5738. Özlem Süer Zorlu Center, Zincirlikuyu Cad. Beşiktaş. An original, unusual shop where you can find Kanyon Shopping Centre, Levent. Sok. 9, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 225 0129. ATIL KUTOĞLU— Suadiye: Bağdat Cad. Plaj Yolu Sok. 12, Suadiye. Gaia & Gino T: 0212 306 3396. Off map. designs by owner Fatoş Yalın, vintage pieces, T: 0212 319 1155. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). With an emphasis on materials like silk, cotton, T: 0216 445 9043. DERVİŞ-RAŞİT BAĞZIBAĞLI—Raşit This İstanbul-based brand creates contemporary clothing by Turkish designers, plus accessories wool, cashmere and leather in his collections, Atıl Bağzıbağlı-In addition to his achievements as a haute design products by famous designers including Uterqüe Marks & Spencer including leather purses, iPhone/iPad cases, Kutuoğlu has a long list of international customers couture designer, Raşit Bağzıbağlı is also on his way Karim Rashid, Arik Levy, Andree Putman, Jaime Spanish brand using bold lines, fine details and Major British retailer withover 885 stores in more including Jessica Alba, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Naomi T-shirts, silk shirts, jewellery by foreign designers, to transforming his ready-wear brand B. Rushh into a Hayon, Harry Allen, Christian Ghion, Constantin quality materials to produce its collections, which than 40 territories around the world. Mon-Sat Campbell and Elizabeth Jagger. Known for his sleek global brand. www.rasitbagzibagli.com. Levent Cad. coffee cups and more. Mon-Sat 11am-7.30pm. Boym, Yves Behar and Defne Koz, who bring include shoes, handbags, jewellery, leather and 10am-6pm, Sun 12pm-8pm. eveningwear. www.atilkutoglu.com. Teşvikiye, 34, 1.Levent. T: 0212 283 8772. SİMAY BÜLBÜL—The Mim Kemal Öke Cad. 9, Nişantaşı. creative interpretations to traditional forms and many accessories. Daily 10am-10pm. www.marksandspencer.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 2, Bostan Sok. 9/2, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 260 6067. brand’s personality is infused with an urban feel of patterns. Mon-Sat 9am-7pm. Postacı Halil Sok. T: 0212 219 8724. A6. BAHAR KORÇAN—World-renowned designer Bahar www.uterque.com. Nispetiye Cad. Akmerkez Nişantaşı. T: 0212 219 6657-58. A6. the streets, reflected by those that wear them. Her Polat Apt. 7 D:4, Tarabya. T: 0212 223 4744. Shopping Centre, 344/345, Etiler. Koçan uses handwoven silk, Japanese wool textiles, earthy designs feature unusual cuts, tooled leather Inui Off map. Vakko organic cotton and bamboo fiber plaits. T: 0212 282 2303. Nişantaşı source for avant-garde designers and ragged details. www.sim-ay.com. Bereketzade This leading Turkish brand presents its own www.baharkorcan.org. Şahkulu Mah. Serdar-ı Ekrem Mah. Kuledibi, Kuleçıkmazı 17, Galata. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). including Hüseyin Çağlayan, Anne Valerie Hash Godiva interpretation of today’s fashions in men’s and Sok. Seraskerci Çıkmazı, Ferah Apt. 5, Galata, T: 0212 292 7899. SONGÜL CABACI—Appealing to and Noir. Mon-Sat 10:30am-7pm. For a wonderful romantic moment or a surprise V2k Designers women’s wear while remaining true to its superior Beyoğlu. T: 0212 293 6855. CENGİZ ABAZOĞLU— the woman in search of an elegant, avant-garde look, www.inuibutik.com. Maçka Cad. Zekipaşa Apt. treat, this world-famous Belgian chocolatier is the Prestigious Turkish couture offering elegance and fabric and manifacturing quality. Daily 10am-10pm. Starting as a designer of leather and ready-to-wear Cabacı creates designs that epitomise the blending sweetest choice. Creating the finest chocolates 12/A Teşvikiye. T: 0212 296 6010. A6. brands, this designer then opened his own workshop a modern style. Carries many famous hip brands www.vakko.com.tr. Büyükdere Cad. 185, of plastic arts and fashion. www.songulcabaci.com. since 1926, Godiva’s tradition and legendary where he features his haute couture collections. His Hacı Mimi Mah.Serdar-ı Ekrem Sok. Hoca Ali Yokuşu, under its collection. Mon-Sat 10:30am-7:30pm. Pow Kanyon Shopping Centre 138, Levent. flavour await you. Mon-Sat 10am-9pm, Sun 12am- first boutique in Nişantaşı. www.cengizabazoglu.net. 25/1, Galata. T: 0212 245 9136. www.v2kdesigners.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 29, This concept comic book and figurine shop offers T: 0212 353 1080. 6pm. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Ünsal Apt. 6-8, B, Nişantaşı. Nişantaşı. T: 0212 219 9498. A6. a range of products based on favourite world Shopping Centre Map (p.34). T: 0212 246 4186. A6.

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Hiref Tash Corner www.armaggan.com. Nuruosmaniye Cad. 65, Reflecting Anatolian art and culture in the world of A warm, welcoming shop offering handmade Beyazıt. T: 0212 522 4433. E4. contemporary Turkish design, Hiref has now added designs, from silver and semiprecious stones, its new Bakır, Beykoz and Abdan collections to its plus imported earrings, necklaces and bracelets Autoban offerings. Daily 10am-10pm. in many colours and styles. Mon-Sat 8:30am-7pm. Created in 2003 by Seyhan Özdemir www.hiref.com.tr. Büyükdere Cad. 185, Kapalıçarşı, Koltuk Kazancılar Sok. 27, Eminönü. and Sefer Çağlar, and taking its name from İstanbul's diversity, contrasts and chaos, Autoban Kanyon Shopping Centre 50-51, Levent. T: 0212 528 69 72. E4. brings together a variety of disciplines in one T: 0212 353 5450. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). place. This very special gallery in the Akaretler Lokum İstanbul Hammams Rowhouses displays their latest creations that Creating unique and original designs on İstanbul’s are becoming an indispensable part of everyday European side since 2005, Lokum İstanbul features Ayasofya Hürrem Sultan Hamamı life. Sinanpaşa Mah. Süleyman Seba Cad. 16-20, (Bath of Roxelana) , cologne, candles, confections, Akaretler, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 369 2463. A7. Commissioned in 1556 to Mimar Sinan by Sultan cards and very special fabrics. Daily 8am-8pm. Suleyman I, this hamam was named after his wife Beymen Home www.lokumistanbul.com. Kuruçeşme Cad. 15, Hürrem Sultan, popularly known as Roxelana. Leading world brands in everything from Kuruçeşme, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 287 1528. Off map. The Haseki Hürrem Sultan Hamam has recently decoration to home textiles, lighting to table Lotus İznik Ceramic been restored and reopened as one of the most design as well as one-of-a-kind products by Lotus Iznik Ceramics offers the best quality, important treasures in the Ottoman-Turkish bath world-renowned designers. Objects created of fine handmade and handpainted, world famous Turkish tradition. It was the first bath in which the men’s materials such as crystal, brass and bronze. Daily Ceramics and Tiles. They carefully select the finest and women’s sections were built to the same plan. 10am-10pm. www.beymen.com.tr. Nispetiye Cad. examples of traditional and modern İznik and Daily 7am-12am. Cankurtaran Mah. Bab-ı Hümayun Akmerkez Shopping Centre, Etiler. Kütahya ceramic designs. Each art piece is custom Cad. 1, Sultanahmet. T: 0212 517 3535. F4. T: 0212 316 6900. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). ordered to outstanding local artists, who sign every Chakra one of their achievements. Mon-Sat 9am-6pm. Historic Galatasaray Hamam This hamam is part of the Galatasaray Mosque Towels and bathrobes from bamboo fibre that Nakilbent Sok. 13, Sultanahmet. complex, built in 1481 at the orders of Sultan softens when washed, in a variety of colours and T: 0212 516 5222. F4. Beyazıt II. The Turkish bath is fully equipped, and patterns. Cosmetics specially produced for Chakra Luxuria staffed by attendents and special masseurs, with in Paris under the brand Chakra SPA Collection Porcelain, silverware, crystal and other products the option of a ‘shock’ bath after your session. also available. Drop by for an alternative look at from major brands inc Oscar de la Renta, Alberto www.galatasarayhamami.com. houseware. Daily 10am-10pm. www.chakra.com.tr. Pinto, Cacharel Home, Valentino, Daum, and Bayan Hamamı (women), T: 0212 249 4342. Büyükdere Cad. 185, Kanyon Shopping Centre B2, Davidoff make Luxuria a regular destination Daily 8am-9pm. Bay Hamamı (men), Levent. T: 0212 353 0757. for people of refined taste in table and home T: 0212 252 4242. Daily 7am-10pm. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). furnishings. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. Turnacıbaşı Sok. 24, Galatasaray. C5. Dantell www.luxuria.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Cad. A wonderful new place for fine bed linens, Arman Palas 7, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 296 6600. A6. Homewares tablecloths, towels, pillows, napkins and bathrobes, Mi Tienda including the Dreamy Whites, Everyday Glamour, Abdulla Nergis Surucu has been dealing in antiques and Spring Garden, Ecclechic and signed Tuvana Comprised of two stores offering natural products jewellery since 1991, and her years of experience Büyükçınar’s Tuvanam For Dantell collections. in the Grand Bazaar. Boasting mystical interiors are clearly reflected in her specially designed Special exclusive design accessories also available. influenced by the overall atmosphere of the Bazaar, handmade jewellery collection. She also creates Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. www.dantell.com. the stores offer a vast range of authentic products modern textile designs employing Ottoman Sinanpaşa Mah. Şair Nedim Cad. 10, Akaretler. from fabrics to oil soaps, leather work to bedding. techniques and natural materials. Mon-Sun9am- T: 0212 224 0867. A7 / B7. Mon-Sat 9:30pm-7pm. Alibaba Türbe Sok. 25, 9pm. www.mitienda.com.tr. Boutique floor of The Frette Nuruosmaniye. T: 0212 526 3070. F4. Ritz-Carlton. Gümüşsuyu Asker Ocağı Cad. 15, An international name in home textile and design, Elmadağ, Taksim. T: 0212 293 8262. A6. Alhammam preferred by some of the world’s most elegant A world of accoutrements of historical and hotels since 1860, Frette is also the choice of Moser modern hammam culture including soaps, Find some of Europe’s best crystal, porcelain several famous politicians and Hollywood stars. copper products, scrubs and luffas, peshtemals, Mon-Sat 9:30am-7:30pm. www.fretteistanbul.com and silver here, boasting some of the world’s top towels and hammam bowls. An excellent place Abdi İpekçi Cad. 38, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 343 0023. celebrity names as its fans. The collections include A6. to find the perfect gift or to treat yourself. Kosta Boda, Meissen, Orrefors, Georg Jensen, Haremlique Mon-Sat 8am-7:30pm. www.alhammam.com.cn. Haviland, Daum and Lalique. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. Company offering own production of luxury Çarşıkapı, Nuruosmaniye Cad. 10, Sofçuhan Girişi, www.moserturkey.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad.38/3, linens and towels as well as fine silks, cashmeres, Nuruosmaniye. T: 0212 512 2002. E4. Nişantaşı. T: 0212 291 1745-46. A6. upholstery and home accessories for the finest Armaggan homes, yachts and boutique hotels. Mon-Sat 10am- Paşabahçe Boutique Venue offering its exclusive products that 7pm. www.haremlique.com. Şair Nedim Cad. 11, The right address for delightful premium reinterpret the inspiration of Anatolia through Akaretler, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 236 3843. glassware, with special collections such as B7. modern designs created in its own workshops. The Ottoman, Enamel Glass, Calligraphy on Glass, Heritia limited editions include jewellery and home textiles Mosaic, Ashura, Boutique Glass and others, Offering a wealth of fine handicrafts, Heritia collections as well as custom clothing produced as well as crystal, porcelain/ceramics, and is filled with treasures like tables and jewel using natural dyes—all exhibited in its seven-storey accessories. Daily 10am-10pm. boxes inlaid with mother-of-pearl, ornate worry building. Mon-Sat 10am-8pm. www.pasabahcemagazalari.com. Büyükdere Cad. beads, tablecloths and wall-hangings hand- www.armaggan.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Bostan Sok. 185, Kanyon Shopping Centre G 141, Levent. embroidered in silver and gold thread. Look out 8, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 291 6292. A6. T: 0212 353 0730. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). also for traditional Turkish lokum, hard candies This exclusive store's new Nuruosmaniye outlet and flavoured pastes. www.heritia.com.tr. Sır presents a wide variety of specially designed Meşrutiyet Cad. Baran Apt. 79, D:1-2, Producing both traditional and contemporary objects, such as jewellery, naturally-dyed textiles, Asmalımescit, Beyoğlu T: 0212 243 5800. C4. ceramic designs, Sır approaches space from an carpets, leather goods, textiles and fine dining, all artistic stand point to provid unique choices suited under one roof. Not only that, but it is also home İznik Works to varying tastes. Mon-Sat 9:30am-7:30pm. to Nar Gourmet, Nar Restaurant, Nar Café, the A homely store in the heart of the Grand Bazaar, www.sircini.com Serdar-Ekrem Cad. 38/1, Galata. Culinary Arts Center (YESAM), the Armaggan Art İznik Works offers the centuries-old glory of Turkish T: 0212 2933661. D5. Gallery and Bora Travel. Mon-Sat 10am-8pm. tile and pottery making. The finest examples of

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İznik tiles in blue, green and white embellish the collection encompasses out-of-the-ordinary soaps, shampoos and creams. Daily 10am-10pm. store. Mon-Sat 9am-7pm. www.iznikworks.com. designs from chunky rings to delicate brooches. Leather & Fur www.bathandbodyworks.com. İstinyePark Porcelain Grand Bazaar, Takkeciler Sok. 82-84, Eminönü. Daily 9am-6:30pm. ogiajewellery.com. Molla Fenari Monev Porcelain Desa Shopping Centre, Giriş Katı İstinye Bayırı Cad. T: 0212 522 4242. Chain offering several exclusive brands inc F5. Mah. Nuruosmaniye Cad. Atasaray İş Hanı, 23 D:8, Established in 1972, this brand now operates with Sarıyer. T: 0212 345 5425. Cağaloğlu. T: 0212 528 9289. E4. Rosenthal, Wedgewood, Villeroy & Boch, Lenox, Mudo Concept 73 stores in Turkey and 2 abroad. In addition to Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Haviland, Robbe Berking, WMF, Kahla and JG Offers a broad product range in decoration, leather products, it also produces silk, chiffon, Sevan Bıçakçı Jo Malone Durand. Broad range includes decorative objects, furniture, personal accessories, home textiles and cashmere and knitwear skirts, jackets, trousers, Award-winning designer offering much sought- Try and choose the best perfumes from a broad stylish porcelain, crystal and silver sets, kitchen lighting for living spaces, kitchens and bathrooms. coats and accessories. Daily 10am-10pm. after pieces, particularly the unique and highly range of products from Jo Malone, which adheres utensils, vases and chandeliers. Mon-Sat 10am- Daily 10am-10pm. www.mudoconcept.com.tr. www.desa.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 1, Nişantaşı. valuable ring designs. Flawless handmade to the philosophy that perfume should match 8pm. www.monev.com.tr. Teşvikiye Cad. 26/A, Teşvikiye, Akkavak-Şakayık Sok. 47/2, T: 0212 232 1290. A6. Bağdat Cad. 443/A, Suadiye. diamond jewellery and special collections echoing the person’s skin and character. Mon-Sat 10am- Nişantaşı. T: 0212 296 0453. A6. Tunaman Çarşısı. T: 0212 444 6836. A6. Turkish handiwork have captured the attention of T: 0216 416 4368. Off map. Bağdat Cad. 244, Göztepe. T: 0216 369 8037. 8pm. www.jomalone.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 39/1, collectors worldwide. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. Off map. Porland Porcelain Rivièra Maison Nişantaşı. T: 0212 231 4416. İstinyePark Shopping Centre 398, Sarıyer. A6. Established in 1992, this brand produces excellent, Every concept and product from this Dutch www.sevanbicakci.com. Vişnezade Mah. T: 0212 245 6739. unique designs that combine style, aesthetics design brand speaks of style and subtlety. Riviera Şair Nedim Cad. 3, Akaretler, Beşiktaş. La Déesse Shopping Centre Map (p.34). and quality. Also serving luxurious hotels and Maison offers over 3,000 furnishings and accessory T: 0212 236 9199. B7. Turkey’s first ever perfume design boutique, La restaurants, Porland Porcelain is a 'green' company collections for the home, changing seasonally. Derimod Déesse is perfect for anyone who wants to create Tektaş Watches & Jewellery that adheres strictly to environmental regulations Mon-Sat 10:30am-7:30pm. With 31 years in the business, this leading leather his or her own special fragrance. You can also find Offering luxury watch and jewellery designs inits production. Daily 10am-10pm. www.rivieramaison.com.tr. Süleyman Seba Cad. 12, products brand has several branches abroad in the world’s most exclusive brands, including Keiko by Patek Philippe, Audemars-Piguet, Breguet, www.porland.com.tr. Büyükdere Cad. 22, Cevahir Akaretler. T: 0212 708 1220. Off map. addition to its 48 branches in Turkey, striving to Mecheri, which was inspired by Turkish delight, and Chopard, de Grisogono, Breitling, Gucci, Caran Shopping Centre 39, Şişli. T: 0212 380 0946. B6. create fashion and make leather a part of fashion. Miller Harris by Lyn Harris, known for the fragrances Yazzma d’Ache and Swiss Kubik. Daily 10am-10pm. Daily 10am-10pm. www.derimod.com.tr. she has created for royalty. www.ladeesse.com.tr. This shop selling shawls, scarves, kaftans, slippers www.tektassaatcilik.com.tr. Kanyon Shopping İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre and pillows in a riot of colours has something to Centre, Büyükdere Cad. 1/9, 4. Levent. Teşvikiye Cad. 31/2, Nişantaşı. Shoes & Bags R317, Sarıyer.T: 0212 345 5753. T: 0212 230 0001. suite any taste. The authentic products fit not only T: 0212 353 0555. A6. Camper Shopping Centre Map (p.34). classic decor, but modern homes as well. SEVENFRIDAY Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Sephora Spanish brand that transforms walking into an art. Mon-Sat 8:30am-7pm. www.yazzma.com. Derishow Daily 10am-10pm. www.camper.com. İstinye Bayırı Çadırcılar Cad. 169, Kapalıçarşı, Beyazıt. Tiara More than 10,000 brand-name products in a Kapalıçarşı, Takkeciler Sok. 58-60, Eminönü. Establishment providing fine leather products and Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre 352, İstinye. T: 0212 527 4578. Tiara Jewellery offers a splendid collection variety of categories from makeup to skin-care T: 0212 512 7981. E4. different designs for its customers since 1987. T: 0212 345 6026. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). of jewellery inspired by the artistic history of plus exclusive secret formula products unique to Daily 10am-10pm. www.derishow.com.tr. İstinye Sephora. Daily 10am-10pm. www.sephora.com. Damas Anatolian civilizations and the creativity of Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre 507, Christian Louboutin İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre, Jewellery Since its founding, this brand has followed the contemporary artists. Made of the highest Sarıyer. T: 0212 345 5908. This season, timeless French designer Louboutin trends and innovations in the world of jewellery and quality gold, platinum and semi-precious stores, L326-327, İstinye. T: 0212 345 6035. is renowned for his high-heeled, red-soled shoes. Agora Mücevherat Shopping Centre Map (p34). the jewellery collection features the utmost in The Summerissima is one of the many striking A testament to the skill and taste of their timepieces, and successfully represented world- Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Koç Deri craftsmen, Agora’s one-of-a-kind jewellery, of pure renowned brands. Mon-Sat 10am-6:30pm. craftsmanship and quailty. Daily 9am-6pm. Established in 1968, Koç Deri manufactures for 24-carat gold embellished with precious stones, www.damasjewellery.com.tr. Atiye Sok. 34, www.tiarajewellery.com. Yavuz Sinan Mah. global brands including Armani and Dolce & will take you on a trip straight into the Arabian Nişantaşı. T: 0212 240 5967. A6. Ragıp Gümüş Pala Cad. 69, Unkapanı. Gabbana. One of the most widely known stores Nights. www.agorarug.com. Nuruosmaniye Cad. T: 0212 526 6363. F5. Gasia in the Grand Bazaar, it is also a favourite of many Türbedar Sok. 9, Cağaloğlu. T: 0212 528 7441. E4. Gasia is a manufacturer and wholesaler of design Tiffany & Co. celebrities. Mon-Sat 8:30am-7:30pm. Assos Diamond jewellery, specializing in 24 karat hand hammered Renowned for its rare and magnificent diamonds, www.kocderi.com. Grand Bazaar, Kürkçüler Çarşısı products. Mon-Sat 9am-7pm. This store is filled with elegant and out-of-the- Tiffany & Co. has for decades been the world’s 22/46, Eminönü. T: 0212 527 5553. E4. ordinary designs, with distinct wedding, gold, www.gasiajewelry.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 21/1, premier jeweller and America’s finest house of silver, precious stone and diamond collections Nişantaşı. T: 0212 219 2715. A6. design. Tiffany style is defined by groundbreaking Kuzu Deri which offer something to suit every taste. designers and glamorous collections. Keeping up with fashion with the finest leather and Gilan Mon-Sat 8.30am-6pm. www.assosdiamond.com. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. www.tiffany.com. fur goods since 1960, Kuzu Deri also has branches The number one name in haute couture jewellery Molla Feneri Mah. Nuruosmaniye Cad. 60, Abdi İpekçi Cad. Atiye Sok. 9/B, Teşvikiye. in France, Sweden, Norway and Russia. Check out in Istanbul, Gilan brings the luxury of the Ottoman, their special new designs in their Zeytinburnu and Eminönü. T: 0212 528 3500. E4. T: 0212 219 8346. A6. Roman and Byzantine eras back to life. Nuruosmaniye stores. www.kuzu.com.tr. Bab-ı Ali Boybeyi Daily 10am-10pm. www.gilan.com. Four Seasons Urart Cad. 7/A Cağaloğlu. T: 0212 513 5898. F5. Founded in 1881, Boybeyi Jewellery has five shops Hotel İstanbul at the Bosphorus, Çırağan Cad. 28, This jeweller in bustling Nişantaşı stands out in the Grand Bazaar. Boybeyi carries a wonderful Beşiktaş. T: 0212 258 2163. Off map. İstinyePark with its unique, modern designs that draw upon collection of quality, high-end jewellery. Mon- Shopping Centre, İstinye Bayırı Cad. 459, Sarıyer. and interpret the very special works of Anatolian Outlet Sat 9am-7pm. www.boybeyi.com. Grand Bazaar, T: 0212 345 5008. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). civilisations and cultures. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. 212 İstanbul Power Outlet Kalpakçılar Cad. 151/163, Aynacılar Sok. 33/35, www.urart.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 18/1, Nişantaşı. Homa Jewellery Only 5 minutes from İstanbul Atatürk International Acıçeşme Sok. 22, Beyazıt. T: 0212 522 4446. E4. T: 0212 246 7194. Incorporating precious stones with medieval A6. Airport, 212 İstanbul boasts 170 shops, 9 movie theatres, 3,000 square meters of recreation area Bvlgari legends and mythical creatures, Homa creates Ülseven and a 3,500-car free parking lot. An amazing Leading name in Italian-style jewellery and designs that suggest their own stories. Inspired by Ülseven Fine Jewellery has been creating unique structure, great choices, easy access and discount precious fashion pieces since 1884. Mon-Sat 10am- the steam age, its astounding decor that reflects masterpieces and exclusive jewellery collections prices. 212 İstanbul offers unique outlet brands like 7pm. Bayıldım Cad. 2, Swissôtel the Bosphorus, the retro-futuristic elements of the steampunk for over 60 years. A well-known company in the Polo Garage, Stefanel, Tommy Hilfiger, Deichmann, Maçka. T: 0212 259 0227. B7. trend. www.homajewellery.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad, Grand Bazaar, Ülseven serves its upscale clients in Mudo, Derimod, G-Lingerie, Herry, Danielle Lopez, Lalezar Apt. 45, D:11, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 514 9945. A6. its Nişantaşı, and Bakırköy stores. Mon-Sat 10am- Cartier Boutique Avva, Kappa/Superga, LC Waikiki, Outset (Diesel), 7pm. www.ulseven.com.tr. Teşvikiye Cad. 22/A, Watches, wedding and engagement rings, Karun Jewellery Park Bravo, Nine West, La Senza, Cacharel, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 291 0656. diamond jewellery and other luxury items are Unique, expertly-crafted custom designs with A6. Pierre Carden, U.S. Polo and more. available from this leading French brand. Mon-Sat origins in the Grand Bazaar and extending to the Zela www.212istanbul.com. Mahmutbey Merkez Mah. 10:30am-7pm. www.cartierboutique.com. Abdi United States. The store offers jewellery produced Zela’s unites the elegance of the world of jewellery, Taşocağı Cad. 5, Bağcılar. T: 0212 444 4212. İpekçi Cad. 20, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 296 1317. in its own workshop. Mon-Sat 9:30am-10pm. A6. the mystery of the East, and the modern lines of Off map. www.karunjewellery.com. Teşvikiye Cad. Chopard the West. Embodying beauty and nobility in its Sayın Apt. 25, Teşvikiye. T: 0212 227 7476. A6. World-renowned brand in jewellery and watches, designs for 20 years, the unparalleled collections Chopard has established itself as a landmark with Ogia bring out the best of precious and semiprecious Perfumery its custom design products. Mon-Fri 10am-6pm, This top jewellery store transforms diamonds, stones. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. www.zelajewels.com. Bath & Body Works Sat 10:30am-4:30pm. Mim Kemal Öke Cad. 13/A, rubies, emeralds, sapphires, gold and silver Abdi İpekçi Cad. 9/A, Nişantaşı. Focusing on natural cosmetics, this store offers Nişantaşı. T: 0212 225 1775. A6. into designs that echo Ottoman culture. Ogia’s T: 0212 296 0055. A6. a wide choice of aromatherapy oils, fruit essence

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shoes from the collection. Mon-Sat 10am-8pm, Four Seasons Bosphorus, Çırağan Cad. 28, Shopping Centre 326, İstinye. T: 0212 345 5796. Sun 12am-8pm. www.christianlouboutin.com. Abdi Beşiktaş. T: 0212 381 4160. B8. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). İpekçi Cad. 22/A, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 296 7870. A6. Victoria’s Secret Deriden Turkish Delicacies The famous lingerie brand offers mostly Local distributor of world-famous brands inc accessories, but also sells perfumes, cosmetics Ali Muhiddin Haci Bekir DKNY, Timberland, Sebago, Kowalski, Calvin Klein, and laptop bags. Daily 10am-10pm. City’s Nişantaşı An international brand with an extensive exports Bikkembergs, Boticelli, Lion, Palladium, Logan, and Shopping Centre, Kat: T, Teşvikiye Cad. 162, Şişli. network spanning the world from Japan to New Buffalo. Daily 10am-10pm. T: 0212 373 2990. Zealand, the Middle East, Latvia, the United A6. www.deriden.com.tr. Çırağan Cad. Vapur İskelesi Kingdom and the United States, it offers Turkish Sok. 1, Ortaköy. T: 0212 261 7666. A9. delight or lokum,hard candies, pastes, halvahs Watches Giusseppe Zanotti Design and dragees. Daily 8am-8pm. İstiklal Cad. 183/A, Glamorous women’s footwear by this Italian Beyoğlu. T: 0212 244 2804. C5. Saat & Saat designer is excellent for social functions with its This store carries premium watches and Bebek Badem Ezmesi dressy style that emphasizes femininity. Mon-Sat ornaments from a host of brands inc Adidas, Sweet shop famous for its almond and 10am-7pm. www.giuseppe-zanotti-design.com. Balmain, Burberry, Chronotech, Citizen, Diesel, pastes. Products are always fresh and made from Abdi İpekçi Cad. 24/26, Nişantaşı. DKNY, Emporio Armani, Escape, Esprit, Fossil, top-quality ingredients. Daily 9:30am-8pm. Cevdet GC, GF Ferre, Hamilton, Hugo Boss Guess, Just T: 0212 232 0745. A6. Paşa Cad. 53/C, Bebek. T: 0212 263 5984. Off map. Cavalli, Michael Kors, Miss Sixty, Roberto Cavalli, Tory Burch Cemilzade 188 Timberland, Tommy Hilfiger, Valentino, Welder and This U.S. designer, who made a name for himself Many traditional Turkish delight varieties as well Zodiac. Daily 10am-10pm. www.saatvesaat.com. with his flats named after his mother Reva, offers a as its exclusive fruit Turkish delights, hard candies Büyükdere Cad. 22, Cevahir Shopping Centre 44/A, luxurious collection of leather and patent leather and nut pastes, each as sweet as the next, but light Şişli. T: 0212 380 0972. Off map. bags, accessories, shoes, flats and boots in its as well. Mon-Sat 10am-8:30pm, Sun 11am-7pm. IWC Schaffhausen single location. Daily 10am-10pm. Nispetiye Cad. 104/B Etiler. T: 0212 257 2865. www.toryburch.com. Zorlu Center, The famous luxury watch brand presents its Pilot’s Off map. watch celebrating the history of aviation. Other Zincirlikuyu Cad. Beşiktaş. Off map. Faruk Güllüoğlu notable models include Aquatimer Diver; the Popular both in Turkey and around the world, Da Vinci; Ingenieur, celebrating technology and Spas Güllüoğlü in Karaköy has served traditional Turkish engineering; and the Portofino, created in honour and other sweets for two centuries with the of 1930 Portuguese sailors. Mon-Sat10.30am- Caudalie Vinotherapie Spa 6.30pm. www.iwc.com/turkey. One of the most luxurious spas in town offering same meticulous care at every stage in the process. Mon-Sat 7am-7pm. www.gulluoglu.com.tr. Mim Kemal Öke Cad. Altın Sok 4/A, Nişantaşı. Caudalie signature treatments along with Rıhtım Cad. Katlı Otopark Altı 3-4, Karaköy. T: 0212 224 4604. traditional hammam and Asian rituals. A6. T: 0212 293 0910. D5. Daily 8am-10pm. www.lesottomans.com. Panerai Hotel Les Ottomans Spa, Muallim Naci Cad. 68, Koska Helvacısı Opened in 1860 in the city of Florence as a watch- Kuruçeşme. T: 0212 359 1533. Off map. Leading manufacturer and exporter of Turkish making workshop and a shop, Panerai has its halva, a -based cofection popular over a roots deep beneath the sea. Providing sensitive Espa Spa vast region, as well as other traditional flavours inc measuring instruments for the Italian Army, the An extraordinary oasis in a bustling city, this luxury preserves, sesame paste and molasses, Turkish company specialised in diving watches for special spa offers guests at The İstanbul Edition delight and light products for diabetics. Available operations of the Undersea Commandos. Mon-Sat hotel an unparalleled experience incorporating in all major food retailers. www.koska.com. 9am-6:30pm.www.panerai.comAbdi İpekci Cad. beauty, health and wellness in a setting of exquisite Altın Sok. 3, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 291 5959. luxury. An atmosphere of opulence pervades, Kurukahveci Mehmet Efendi decorated in rich metallic woods and embossed The origins of coffee culture throughout the bronze floors, softened by upholstered walls and world today can be traced back to . Wedding Clothes comfortable seating. Daily 10am-10pm. For centuries, coffee was originally purchased as www.editionhotels.com. Büyükdere Cad. 136, green beans to be taken home, roasted in pans, Beymen Bridal Beymen offers a host of bridal dresses to women Levent. T: 0212 317 7700. Off map. then ground in hand cranked mills or mortar and pestles. This long, tedious and exhausting process preparing for that special day, and is Turkey’s Jatomi Fitness & Spa had to be undertaken every time to savour a cup of exclusive source for top designers including Lanvin, Turkey’s largest fitness chain with 13 branches in coffee. Daily 8am-7pm. www.mehmetefendi.com. Christos, Amsale, Kenneth Pool, Romona, Keveza, Istanbul, including cutting-edge spa centres, with Rüstem Paşa, Hasırcılar Cad. Tahmis Sok. 66, Valentino and Albertta Ferretti. Daily 10am- fully-trained staff in new health regimes including Eminönü. T: 0212 511 4262-63. E4. 8pm. www.beymen.com. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 23/1, Pilates and Zumba. www.jatomifitness.com.tr. Nişantaşı. T: 0212 373 4800. A6. Saka Beauty/Spa & Anti-Aging Underwear & Pronovias This beauty centre is staffed by experienced Offering an extensive collection of wedding beauticians, offers a wide range of treatments and Swimsuit gowns, Pronovias treats every bride as unique and services. These include epilation, spot reducing, Agent Provocateur every wedding as a challenge. Pronovias shares anti-ageing treatments, permanent makeup, Elegant and irresistibly glamorous lingerie, your excitement from the moment you first walk in manicure-pedicure, seaweed treatments, massage, the door until your wedding day. Mon-Sat 10:30- The brand for stylish kids nightwear, footwear, accessories, outerwear, and healthy dietary consulting. candles and perfumes that radiate sensuality 7:30pm. www.pronovias.com. Teşvikiye Cad. www.sakabeautycenter.com. Konaklar Mah. for all occasions. Daily 10am-10pm. İnayet Apt. 129/1, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 296 4304. A6. Teşvikiye Mah. Maçka Cad. Narmanlı Apt. No:24/B Nişantaşı, lstanbul Tel: 0212 236 36 49 Akasyalı Sok. 38, 4.Levent. www.agentprovocateur.com. Vakko Wedding T: 0212 264 5400. Off map. Büyükdere Cad. 185, Kanyon Shopping Centre, www.mikihouse.co.jp Vakko style meets designer wedding gowns by Harvey Nichols, Levent. T: 0212 319 1190. [email protected] Spa & Hammam world-renowned fashion brands including Oscar Shopping Centre Map (p.16). Four Seasons Hotel Bosphorus offers a stress- De La Renta, Vera Wang, Emanuel Ungaro, Elie by Please instagram/mikihouseistanbul free, peaceful environment in the heart of the Intimissimi/Calzedonia Elia Saab, Marchesa, Vera Wang, Monique Lhuillier, ask your city at Spa & Hammam, combining Far Eastern Italian clothing label launched in 1996, specializing Reem Acra and Valentino, to create an epic concierge philosophy with Western technology to serve in in bras, briefs, lingerie, vests, and pyjamas for atmosphere. Mon-Sat 10am-7:30pm. for more a modern-day tradition concept. Daily 6:30am- women and men. Daily 10am-10pm. www.vakko.com.tr. Süleyman Seba Cad. 27, details 10 p m . w w w.f o u r s e a s o n s . c o m / b o s p h o r u s . www.intimissimi.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Akaretler. T: 0212 258 6608. B7.

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

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

Surplus A Sweet This restaurant boasts two panoramic views: the historic peninsula on one Mediterranean Romance side and Pera on the other. The menu features traditional Turkish dishes with a Finish contemporary twist; popular offerings include Tatar mantı with lamb’s liver, wild İstanbul Edition’s restaurant Cipriani presents a special Ibiza-inspired quail, grilled beef pastrami and for dessert, revan-ı hünkâr. Enjoy a sweet finale to a spring menu in a Mediterranean atmosphere with, of course, the Rüstempaşa Mah. Ragıp Gümüş Cad. 54. Kat: 3-4, Eminönü. delicious dinner at Cipriani T: 0212 520 1002. www.surplus.com.tr delicious flavours of Italy. with an espresso and their homemade Mixed Berry Tart. ts varied menu of western Mediterranean specialities is created Iby chef Turgut Ay. His original creations include foie gras over pumpkin chips, goose risotto, and his shellfish pot. All these various tastes in menu can be matched by a marvelous wine selected Tom’s Kitchen from the cellar of The Galliard, which With Michelin star chef Tom Aitkens’ at the helm, famed for his London keeps handy around 200 diverse bottles. restaurants, Tom’s Kitchen extends the English brasserie concept and serves Attention has been paid equally to classic dishes plus selected French delicacies. Some of the menu’s highlights its décor, with a contemporary and include roast loin of lamb, spicy crab legs with tart sauce and creamy elegant atmosphere enhanced by works burrata cheese with . of famous Turkish artists on the walls. Zorlu Center, Bulvar Katı 134, Zincirlikuyu. The Galliard also offers a choice of 52 T: 0212 353 6677. different tempting cocktails. www.tomskitchen.com.tr Büyükdere Cad. 2/1, Levent. T: 0212 317 7787. www.cipriani.com

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Zuma ingredients are natural, organic and fresh, offering a Viennese style café atmosphere. 26 Japanese dining traditions, alive and well in the prepared with special herbs. HHH Daily B, L & D. pastries and 18 coffees and to choose from, heart of İstanbul. Exciting interior is an extra www.chocolatecafe.com. Eytam Cad. 33, Maçka. including the famous Viennese blend. The attraction to this restaurant overlooking the T: 0212 343 2461. A6. “Eiskaffee” with ice cream is a summer favorite. Bosphorus. Japanese and world cuisines available HHH Daily B, L & D. www.cafewien.com. Mangerie at sushi and grill bars. Booking required. Maçka Cad. Reasürans Çarşısı 62, Teşvikiye. Mangerie has been a top eating spot for Istanbul HHHH Daily L & D. www.zumarestaurant.com. T: 0212 233 7860. A6. and Bebek socialites. With its extensive menu and Salhane Sok. 7, Ortaköy. T: 0212 236 2296. A9. wine list to match, plus a commanding view of Fes Café Bebek Bay, it’s become an Istanbul classic. Try the Nestled in the Grand Bazaar, Fes Café with its brıtısh lamb and hand-cut noodle salad, the skewered Ottoman -and- contemporary style interior, is an shrimp and Mangerie burger. HH Daily B, L & D. ideal spot for a coffee break without having to Duke www.mangeriebebek.com. Cevdet Paşa Cad. 69/3, leave the authentic atmosphere of the bazaar. The famous London restaurant boasts smart Küçükbebek. T: 0212 263 5199. Off map. HH Mon-Sat 9am-7pm. www.fescafe.com. Halıcılar interior and a lush green terrace. In addition Cad. 62, Kapalıçarşı. T: 0212 528 1613. E4. to English fare such as fish and chips and beef Nişantaşı Brasserie Wellington, there is also a wide selection of sushi With décor by Zeynep Fadıllıoğlu, Nişantaşı Limonata and sashimi at the Raw Bar. HHHH Daily L & D. Brasserie is one of İstanbul’s most popular spots. Limonata is one of İstanbul’s most fashionable www.dukeistanbul.com. Trump Tower, K.2 D.214, The menu offers classic dishes adapted for modern spots. Enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner, or choose Şişli. T: 0212 520 2626. Off map. tastes, including French soup, duck’s liver, from an impressive selection of cocktails at the steak Tartare, and ‘Café de Paris’ filet mignon. unique Limonata bar. HHH Daily L & D. Bostan Sok. Tom’s Kitchen HHH Daily B, L & D. Abdi İpekçi Cad. Bostan Sok. 13, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 373 2300. A6. Tom’s kitchen serves comfort food favourites in a 23/1, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 343 0443. A6. relaxed and environment, from brakfast to dinner. Limonata Downtown Menu highlights include fish pie, steak tartare, Limonata is one of İstanbul’s most fashionable shepherd’s pie. HHH Daily B & L & D. CAFE spots. Enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner, or choose Zorlu Center, Zincirlikuyu Cad. Beşiktaş. from an impressive selection of cocktails at the A La Carte Restaurant HHH T: 0212 353 6677. Off map. unique Limonata bar. Daily L & D. Meals surrounded by magnificent Bosphorus Süleyman Seba Cad. 46, Akaretler, Beşiktaş. scenery and splendid historical buildings. T: 0212 236 5017. A6. bıstro HHHH Daily B, L & D. www.legacyottomanhotel. com. Legacy Ottoman Hotel, Hobyar Mah. Mavra Chocolate One of the most populated cafes of the Hamidiye Cad. 16, Eminönü. T: 0212 527 6767. E4. Offering an exquisite dining experience, this spot neighbourhood frequented by photographers, serves international cuisine, but predominantly Café Wien actors and designers. Mavra is a cozy little café Italian dishes adjusted to Turkish tastes. All European-style coffee and cakes made in house, offering classic but very tasty café fare, including a

AEGEAN ASIAN & Far EASTERN Cad. 1, Taksim. T: 0212 315 5500. B6. P.F. Changs Eleos Banyan This Chinese bistro is famed for its delicious food, The exquisite flavours of the Far East. Famous for Spacious décor and unique flavours from both authentic décor and fine service, and the majestic its omelettes varieties from 20 countries. Menus shores of the Aegean Sea. In addition to classic horses that greet its guests at the door. Exotic include samosa with Vietnamese-style vegetable flavours of İstanbul’s taverns, Eleos’ menu includes flavours in portions large enough to share are chili sauce, Singapore-style noodles and sushi. Greek and Armenian specialties as well as accompanied by a good choice of wines, special HHHH Daily L & D. www.banyanrestaurant.com. Aegean wild greens. HHH Daily L & D. cocktails, sake and beer. HHH www.pfchangs.com. Muallim Naci Cad. Salhane Sok. 3, Ortaköy. www.eleosrestaurant.com. İstiklal Cad. 231, K:2, Nispetiye Cad. 94, Etiler. T: 0212 358 6060. T: 0212 259 9060-70. Off map. Hıdivval Palas, Beyoğlu, Tünel. Off map. T: 0212 244 9090-91. Dragon Restaurant C5. Shang Palace Delicious dishes by Hong Kong chefs served in a Lokanta Maya Exciting classical and innovative Chinese dishes spacious interior decorated in classical Chinese are served alongside information on the cuisine. A warm, simple restaurant with a menu focusing style. Specialties include crispy duck and stir-fried on Aegean and Mediterranean specialities, Maya Favourites include Peking duck, filet mignon slices dishes. HHHH Daily L & D. www.hilton.com.tr. marinated in Chinese wine, and ginger seafood. uses only fresh seasonal ingredients. Some of the Hilton İstanbul, Cumhuriyet Cad. Harbiye. HHHH Daily L & D. Sinanpaşa Mah. Hayrettin favourites include chicken liver pate, marinated sea T: 0212 231 6200. B6 İskelesi Sok. 1, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 275 8888. B7. bass and fish croquettes. HHH Mon-Sat L & D. www.lokantamaya.com. Kemankeş Cad. 35 A, Miyako Teppanyaki Alaturka Award-winning restaurant offering three fine Asian Karaköy. T: 0212 252 6884. D5. Asian and Turkish delicacies are prepared with dining experiences: sushi bar, Teppanyaki cuisine the traditional Japanese teppanayaki griddle Mira plus tatami room. The Japanese garden adds a technique, and served in a dramatic fashion. In historical Arnavutköy, on the coastline of the further Asian touch. Sake is served warm or cold to The interior is dominated by a wood décor ; VIP Bosphorus, with its garden overlooking the sea accompany the meal. HHHH Tue-Sun 7pm-11pm. D. sections also available. HHH Daily L & D. and warm atmosphere, Mira offers the healthful www.swissotel.com.tr. Bayıldım Cad. 2, Swissôtel www.teppanyakialaturka.com. Nispetiye Cad. 107, Aegean herbs of Aegean cuisine skillfully matched The Bosphorus, Maçka. T: 0212 326 1100. B7. Etiler. T: 0212 287 8228. Off map. with Armenian, Greek and Circassian mezes. Maromi Wagamama octopus salad, marinated seabass, the Armenian The restaurant has been an Istanbul hit since the Extensive menu offers distinctive asian flavours. specially topik, octopus and calamari, and oven- day it opened, enhanced by a mystical atmosphere A big hit with noodle lovers, this restaurant offers a baked cuttlefish. Daily B & L & D. with decor brought from Japan. Stars on the menu pleasant and entertaining dining ambiance. www.mirarestaurant.com.tr. include tofu salad and calamari crepes, and for HHH Daily L & D. www.wagamama.com.tr. Arnavutköy Cad. 70/1, Arnavutköy, Beşiktaş. dessert, green tea ice cream. HHH Daily L & D. Büyükdere Cad. 185, Kanyon Shopping Centre, T: 0212 2653131. Off map. www.divan.com.tr. Divan İstanbul, Asker Ocağı Levent. T: 0212 353 0474. Shopping Centre Map (p.34).

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variety of breakfast platters, sandwiches, indulge- Arnavutköy waterfront. The menu includes cold and cold tapas form, along with fresh fish from french offers always seasonal cooking and a great worthy appetizers, salads, pastas, and meat-heavy mezes like mackerel with soy sauce, salt-cured tuna Guidelines the Bosphorus and a range of mezes. Enjoy the selection of drinks. Unmissable dishes include mains. Daily B & L & D & N. Daily 9:30am-2am. and sea bass salad, and hot appetizers like sauteed panoramic views on the shores of the Bosphorus Brass steak tartare, duck confit and Chateaubriand. HH Serdar-ı Ekrem Sok. 31/A, Galata. monkfish, fried calamari and fish croquettes. This directory, grouped by category, is a – there’s also a boat service available from Combining two types of contrasting cuisine in HHH Daily L & D. www.brasserielabrise.com. compendium of establishments recommended T: 0212 252 7488. D5. HHHH Daily L & D. www.arnavutkoybalikcisi.com. Kuruçeşme. HHH Daily L & D. www.tapasuma.com. luxurious simplicity, the menu at Brass offers Mim Kemal Öke Cad. 11A, Nişantaşı. by the editors of Where Magazine and includes Kuleli Cad. 43, Çengelköy. T: 0216 401 1333. T: 0212 244 4846. A6. 1. Cadde 4, Arnavutköy. T: 0212 257 0525. Off map. regular advertisers. such treats as bouillabaisse and filet mignon with Off map. béarnaise sauce, miso soup, tofu and tuna tataki CAFE, restaurant& BAR Balıkçı Sabahattin Mama Shelter MAP LOCATIONS salad, and a selection of Asian desserts. Extensive fish menu and excellent service, Tarihi Karaköy Balıkçı Designed by Philippe Starck and offering delicious Chapelle Note that the references at the end of each list- Guests can also enjoy live jazz performances located in the historical area of Cankurtaran, This historical fish restaurant offers fresh fish every creations by French chef Jérôme Banctel, Mama This stylish venue’s delicious charcuterie plate ing (A1, B5 etc.) refer to pages 70-71. (Fri&Sat). HHH Daily 11am-11pm. near Sultanahmet. The skillfully prepared fish weekday between 12pm and 4pm. Fish is displayed Shelter’s wood ovens turn out a tempting array of and rich choice of wines are reminiscent of a www.martiistanbulhotel.com. is especially good with rakı, and the mussel GENERAL information at the entrance; select your fish and wait for it to be pide and pizzas. Other dishes include a variety of Parisian brasserie. Chapelle’s decor is a fascinating Abdülhak Hamit Cad. 25/B, Taksim. pilaf and courgette with yoghurt come highly Reservations for most restaurants are strongly prepared by expert chefs. HHH Daily L & D. meat dishes including beef tartare with sesame combination of mystic, modern and classic, with T: 0212 987 4020. C5. recommended. HHH Daily L & D. advised. Check when booking that the restau- www.tarihikarakoybalikcisi.com. and soy sauce. HHH Daily B & L & D. a spacious garden. HHH Daily L & D. Rixos Pera, rant will accept your credit card. Value Added www.balikcisabahattin.com. Seyit Hasan Kuyu Sok. Tersane Cad. Kardeşim Sok. 45, Karaköy. La Brise Brasserie www.mamasehelter.com. Hüseyin Ağa Mah. Meşrutiyet Cad. 44, Tepebaşı, Beyoğlu. Tax (VAT) is automatically included in the bill, 50-54, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 252 0100. 1, Cankurtaran, Fatih. T: 0212 458 1824. F5. T: 0212 251 1371. D4. A brasserie with an Art Nouveau décor, La Brise D5. T: 0212 244 9830. C4. but tips are generally not added. A 10% cash gratuity is common. Bebek Balıkçı Jack Russell This restaurant located in the upmarket INTERNATIONAL Dine on crispy shrimp with kadayıf pastry, beef PLEASE NOTE: ALL RESTAURANTS & neighbourhood of Bebek on the Bosphorus serves neck with , and ribs, accompanied by one BARS ARE NON-SMOKING. 360 İstanbul Restaurant&Bar a full array of seafood, with specialities including of Jack Russell’s excellent cocktails. Its lively decor Commanding a full panoramic view of İstanbul grilled and pan-fried fish, and fish cooked in paper. index to abbreviations features pine shelves showcasing comic book and including Hagia Sophia and the Sea of Marmara. HHHH Daily L & D. www.bebekbalikci.net. B: Open for breakfast L & D: Open lunch & superhero toys. HHH Daily L & D. DJ and live performances combined with great Cevdet Paşa Cad. 26/A, Bebek. dinner only. Rixos Pera, Meşrutiyet Cad. 44, Tepebaşı. cuisine, and contemporary interior at the top of T: 0212 263 3447. Off map. a 19th- century building. Try the Zen soup for T: 0212 244 9830. C4. PRICES Çengelköy İskele Restaurant Prices per person for three courses and coffee, starters, then choose from mains like filet mignon Best fish restaurant on the Asian side, both for no alcohol. with chili and bitter chocolate, or lamb confite, and H – TL 0-30 per person contemporary the quality of its fish and its Bosphorus view. top it off with the “death by chocolate” dessert. HH – TL 30-60 per person HHHH Daily L & D. www.360istanbul.com. Established as a Greek coffeehouse in the early HHH European – TL 60-90 per person İstiklal Cad. Mısır Apt. 163, K:8, Beyoğlu. 1800s, it became a Greek tavern before assuming HHHH – over TL 90 per person Nicole its current form in 1950. Specialties include grilled T: 0212 251 1042. C5. Nicole occupies an elegant terrace with a view calamari in soy sauce, shrimp in vine leaves, turbot, Agatha Restaurant of the Historic Peninsula, the Prince’s Islands and sea bream, haddock and gurnard. HHH Daily L & D. Park Fora The main restaurant of the recently-reopened Pera beyond. The chefs create new interpretations www.cengelkoyiskelerestaurant.com. Popular restaurant offering delicious seafood and Palace Hotel, Agatha combines French, Italian and of classic flavours, with fresh vegetables from Çengelköy İskele Gazinosu Sok. 10, Çengelköy. high-quality service. Appetizers include salted Turkish flavours – all on the route of Orient Express Feriköy’s organic market, focusing on freshly- T: 0216 321 5506. Off map. bonito, octopus salad, shrimp roquefort and grilled – and presents them in a stylish atmosphere. caught local seafood and native Kıvırcık lamb. Very good wine list. HHH Daily 6:30am-12pm HHHH Eftalya calamari. Fishcakes and salt-baked fish highly Daily D. Tomtom Suites, Boğazkesen Cad. Pera Palace Hotel, Jumeirah, Meşrutiyet Cad. 52, Tomtom Kaptan Sok.18, Beyoğlu. With a maritime-themed interior complete with recommended. HHHH Daily L & D. www.parkfora.com.tr. Muallim Naci Cad. Cemil Tepebaşı, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 377 4000. C4. T: 0212 292 4467. C5. mermaid reliefs, choose your fish and enjoy appetizers with marvellous Bosphorus views. Topuzlu Parkı 54-A, Ortaköy. T: 0212 265 5063. A9. Antiochia Nopa Be sure to try the tomato and onion salad, fried This restaurant is the only place in Beyoğlu where Poseidon Among the cafés you’ll find this elegant restaurant calamari and seasonal fish varieties. HHH Daily L you can find a genuine Antakya-style dürüm, Seafood at its best against a magnificent view with a long bar, vertical gardens on its walls, a & D. www.eftalya.net. Arnavutköy Mah. 1. Cad. 32, flavored with peppers and allspice and wrapped in of İstanbul. Specialties include stuffed calamari, glass ceiling and an exclusive cocktail menu. Arnavutköy. T: 0212 287 2520. Off map.Suadiye, thin bread. The menu also includes Syrian, baked as well as Greek-style grilled octopus, Recommended dishes include exotic seafood Kazım Özalp Sok. 60, Suadiye. Lebanese, French and Ottoman specialities such cold meats, a variety of Turkish and foreign wines specialities, plus beef ribs roasted for 12 hours, and T: 0216 350 0152. Off map. as locally spiced grilled meats, and mezes of olives and a special şöbiyet (cream-filled baklava) from lamb shank menu for two. HHHH Daily L, D & N. with zahter and hummus. HH Mon-Sat L & D. Galatalı Balık Gaziantep. HHHH Daily L & D. Atiye Sok. 6, Nişantaşı. T:0212 327 5868. A6. www.antiochiaconcept.com. Asmalımescit, Galatalı Balık serves Cunda cuisine (from Turkey’s www.poseidonbebek.com. Küçük Bebek, Cevdet Minare Sok. 21, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 292 1100. C5. Pancaldi northwest coast) including Aegean wild greens, Paşa Cad. 58/1, Bebek. T: 0212 287 9531. Off map. In keeping with Turkish hospitality and Ramada calamari with almond tarator and mackerel with Auf Revma Balık Worldwide’s superior standards of quality and aioli. It also boasts incomparable views of the Located on the lower floor of the Nupera building, service, Pancaldi Restaurant offers delicious Prince’s Islands. HHHH www.galatalibalik.com. Located in the beautiful Bosphorus quarter of Auf creates its own style with its rustic menu and selections from local and international cuisines. Plaj Yolu Sok Suadiye Park, A Blok 18, Kadıköy. Arnavutköy, and boasting an impressive view, natural foods. The entertainment continues after HHH Daily B, L & D. T: 0216 410 3959-69. Off map. Revma Balık serves original house mezes and fish dinner on weekends; special lunch menus on www.ramadaplazaistanbul.com. dishes in a welcome, homely atmosphere. Menu weekdays. HHH Mon-Thu 6pm-1am, Fri & Sat 6pm- Kıyı Halaskargazi Cad. 63, Ramada Plaza, Osmanbey. highlights include octopus beğendi, hot wild 4am. www.auf.com.tr. Meşrutiyet Cad. 67, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 315 4444. A unique fish restaurant on the Bosphorus with greens platter, sea bass wrapped in chard, and A6. T: 0212 245 6070. C4. wood-paneled décor and photographs and fried shrimp pastries. Daily L & D. paintings by Turkish artists that give an intimate www.revmabalik.com Arnavutköy, Bebek Cad. Bej Karaköy club feel. Try the delicious seafood and liver dishes. FISH & SEAFOOD No:7, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 263 5060. Off map. With a menu offering both Turkish and European HHH Daily L & D. www.kiyi.com.tr. Haydar Aliyev cuisine and fresh fruit cocktails, this French-style Akıntıburnu Cad. 186, Tarabya. T: 0212 262 0002. Off map. Sur Balık Arnavutköy restaurant stays open into the night on weekends. This lovely restaurant in Arnavutköy offers a Sur Balık is located in a simple 150-year-old Limani Make sure to sample the salads and desserts. glorious Bosphorus view, freshly-caught fish and seaside mansion, with walls sporting old İstanbul HH Mon-Thu 10am-12am, Fri & Sat 10am-2am. The restaurant is a simple, comfortable restaurant seafood, and mezes prepared daily. The mackerel photographs. Sea bass marinated with basil, Sun 10am-5pm. Kemankeş Cad. Fransız Geçidi right on the shores of the Bosphorus. It specialises with soy sauce, baked shellfish and quince dessert anglerfish ricado and profiteroles with tahini are İş Merkezi, 11 A, Karaköy. T: 0212 251 7195. C5. in fresh seasonal fish with traditional sauces, plus are some of the favourites. HHH Daily L & D. just a few of the highly-recommended treats. 1. Bebek Cad. 115, Akıntıburnu, Arnavutköy. favourite items such as calamari yahni: oven-baked HHH Daily L & D. www.surbalikarnavutkoy.com. Biber Bar octopus with new potatoes, tender spinach and Homely atmosphere suitable for dinner and drinks T: 0212 263 4829. Off map. Bebek Arnavutköy Cad. 52, Arnavutköy. asparagus. HHH The Grand Tarabya, with jazz or lounge music in the background. The T: 0212 257 2743-44. Off map. Arnavutköy Balıkçısı Haydar Aliyev Cad. 154, Tarabya, Sarıyer. menu of mainly İstanbul and Southern American A cozy restaurant with simple, unpretentious www.thegrandtarabya.com. Tapasuma cuisines includes steaks to burgers, salads, tapas, decor complemented by nostalgic photos of the T: 0212 363 3300. Off map. Tapasuma serves traditional Turkish treats in hot filet mignon and chicken shish . HHH

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Daily L & D & N. www.biberbar.com. Meydanı, Şahkulu, Şah Kapısı Sok. 4, Beyoğlu. specialties. HHHH www.kempinski.com. Çırağan Park Şamdan T: 0212 631 1212. Off map. Cevdet Paşa Cad. 26/A, Bebek. Off map. T: 0212 292 98 98. C5. Palace Kempinski İstanbul, Çırağan Cad. 32, A classic venue in town, Park Şamdan offers Propaganda Beşiktaş. T: 0212 236 7333. B8. an extensive menu of delicious Turkish and Big Chef Hardal Nişantaşı This colourful and unusual İstanbul nightspot, international delicacies. Wide variety of local and Whether you’re just starting your day or going for A comfortable and colourful venue designed La Torre delivers with DJ performances and delicious foreign liquors and cocktails. HHH Mon-Sat L & D. lunch, a coffee break or dinner, Big Chef has a great around the concept of “Eat, Play, Drink”, this Exclusive Located in Le Méridien İstanbul Etiler, food. Propaganda’s stylish design is part of its www.parksamdan.com. Mim Kemal Öke Cad. 14, range of choices. The rich menu, from burgers to funky eaterie is dominated by orange and yellow featuring creative takes on Mediterranean and trademark, as is the delicious selection of world Nişantaşı. T: 0212 225 0710. A6. healthy salads, filling wraps and fresh juices, is sure décor and graffiti on the walls. Specialties include Turkish cuisine by award-winning chefs. Try the cuisine, of which beetroot risotto and lamb shank to have something to appeal to everyone. hot wings, steak fajitas, and sirloin with café de stuffed köfte with cheek of beef, and the crab Park Şamdan Pera confit with orange count among the favourites. HHH Daily B, L & D. www.bigchefs.com.tr. Paris sauce. HH Daily B, L & D. www.hardal.com.tr. tartare appetizer. HHH Daily L & D. With its new location in the Rixos Pera Hotel, Park HHH Mon-Sat L & D & N. Asmalimescit Mah. İstiklal Meşrutiyet Cad. 96, Tünel, Beyoğlu. Teşvikiye Mah. Atiye Sok. 7, Nişantaşı. www.latorre-restaurant.com.tr. Le Meridien Şamdan offers fine dining featuring Turkish and Cad. Suriye Pasaji, 166-10, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 251 7180. C5. T: 0212 219 7323. A5. İstanbul Etiler, Cengiz Topel Cad. 39, Etiler. international specialities, plus exciting nightlife T: 0212 252 7181. C5. T: 0212 3840000. Off map. spiced up by Turkish music. HHH Mon-Fri L, D & N. Bosphorus Grill Huqqa Remina Restaurant www.parksamdan.com. Tamer Hatun, Meşrutiyet This elegant, shaded restaurant overlooking the This world cuisine restaurant overlooking the Leb-i Derya Richmond In one of the most beautiful spots on Kalamış bay, Cad. 44, Tepebaşı. T: 0212 377 7000. C4. Bosphorus serves a tempting menu of grilled Bosphorus is dominated by lively décor featuring This is an unexpected temple of delights with a Remina serves a tempting selection of international meats, fish and seafood, plus Turkish favourites. pastels and geometric designs. The menu includes menu including examples from world cuisines. Parlé dishes. Try their pepper cream soup, Chalcedon İST TOO This summer’s surprise is a selection of specially both regional Turkish and Italian dishes; the Pizza Make it a point to try their mastic-infused pudding, This elegant and sophisticated restaurant serves burger, and basil-parmesan bread fresh from the marinated meats and fish cooked in an Indian-style Shangri-La Bopshorus, Hayrettin Funghi Carnaval and Oreo Dream Cheesecake are and the special Derya cocktail. Minimalist décor, fine international cuisine in its own unique style. oven daily. HHH Daily B, L & D. . HHH Daily D. Çırağan Palace Kempinski İskelesi Sok. 1, Beşiktaş. well worth a try. No alcohol. HHH www.huqqa.com. attentive service and a glorious panoramic view of Highlights of the menu include filet mignon with Wyndham İstanbul, Fener Cad. 38, Kalamış. İstanbul, Çırağan Cad. 84, Beşiktaş. Muallim Naci Cad. 56, Kuruçeşme. T: 0212 275 8888. the Bosphorus. HHH Daily L & D. Cafe De Paris sauce, roast duck and seafood salad T: 0216 400 0000. Off map. T: 0212 236 7333. B8/B9. T: 0212 265 0666. Off map. www.lebiderya.com. İstiklal Cad. 227, Richmond with goat cheese. HHHH Daily L & D. Roof Restaurant Hotel, Beyoğlu, Taksim. T: 0212 243 4376. C5. Zorlu Center, Zincirlikuyu Cad. Beşiktaş. Brasserie, The Compass Roof Restaurant&Bar İst Too The first Art Tech hotel in Turkey, Point Hotel T: 0212 353 6340. Off map. International and local flavours meet at this chain Located in the Titanic Hotel in Kartal, this spot This spot between Dolmabahçe Palace and the Masa Barbaros Roof restaurant with its excellent with branches throughout İstanbul. The venue Naval Museum serves fine Japanese, Southeast offers many special flavours ranging from seafood Dishes include salmon sashimi, bresaola followed Picasso Restaurant Bosphorus view offers an open buffet featuring the makes a point of using fresh natural and organic to select Far Eastern dishes. Savour the variety of Asian, Mediterranean and Turkish dishes, including by grilled meat, poultry and fish courses, as well as Ottoman and Spanish cuisines are well represented exquisite flavours of Turkish cuisine. ingredients. HHH Daily B, L & D. a good selection of sushi and noodles. cocktails while enjoying live music in the elegant pizza and pide from a wood oven. The chocolate on Picasso’s a la carte menu and in the buffet. HHH Daily B, L & D. www.pointhotel.com. www.eliteworldhotel.com.tr. Şehit Muhtar Cad. 42, Mon-Sat L & D. HHHH www.shangri-la.com. and charming modern ambiance. HHH Daily D. souffle is well worth the calories. Frequented by HHH Daily L & D. www.barcelo.com. Point Hotel Barbaros, Esentepe Yıldız Posta Cad. Elite World İstanbul Hotel, Taksim. Shangri-La Bopshorus, Hayrettin İskelesi Sok. 1, Kaptan-ı Derya Cad. 37, Titanic Business Hotel, celebrities. HHH Daily L & D. Millet Cad. 186, Barceló Eresin Topkapı. 29, Şişli. T: 0212 337 3000. A7. T: 0212 313 8383 Beşiktaş. T: 0212 275 8888. . B5. Kartal. T: 0216 453 5050. Off map. B7. www.masainternational.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. İstinyePark Shopping Centre 486, Sarıyer. Ca’d’Oro Delicatessen Kız Kulesi (Maidens Tower) T: 0212 345 5323. Designed as a glass cube by architect Han Featuring dishes that combine Turkish tastes, Located in the middle of the Bosphorus, with Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Tümertekin, Ca’ D’Oro offers fine world cuisine superb 360-degree view, the Maiden’s Tower local ingredients and international delicacies, Maybe Salomanje from a menu composed with the guidance of serves as a coffee house during the day and the extensive menu includes breakfast, starters, Try local delicacies like stuffed chard, Turkish French chef Julien Maisonneuve. Located in Salt restaurant in the evenings, with tasty international sandwiches, fresh ravioli, lasagne, meat and fish dumplings, mücver, cızbız köfte, çentik kebabı and Gallery, it features a café on the ground floor and cuisines. Live music by local and international courses as well as an extensive wine list. HHH mosaic cake in this great spot for lunch, a romantic a restaurant above. HHH Café, Tue-Sun 11am-2am. musicians after 10pm. Accessible by boat service Daily B, L & D. www.delicatessenistanbul.com. dinner or Sunday brunch. Its bar is also highly Restaurant, Tue-Sun 10am-1am. departing from Salacak on the hour. Nişantaşı, Mim Kemal Öke Cad. 19/1, Nişantaşı. popular. HHH Daily L&D. www.salomanje.com.tr. www.saltonline.org. SALT Galata, Bankalar Cad. 11, T: 0212 225 0604. A6. Pera, Asmalımescit Mah. HHH Daily L & D. www.kizkulesi.com.tr. Salacak Atiye Sok. 4/2, Teşvikiye. T: 0212 327 3577. A6. Karaköy. T: 0212 243 8292. D4. Oteller Sok. 10-B, Beyoğlu. Mevkii, Üsküdar. T: 0216 342 4747. D7. T: 0212 244 8455 - 56. Midpoint Cafe Sofa C4. Kitchenette Select varieties from international cuisines, warm This delightful café with a simple, home-style Divan Brasserie Bebek A quality chain with locations throughout İstanbul, architecture and unparalleled presentation. Among décor, offers a menu of dishes from around the The brasserie offers breathtaking views and a menu Kitchenette boasts a broad array of dishes the many choices, the vegetable fettucini and thin world. In addition, it also serves its special coffee that combines the best of Turkish and international including breakfast, starters, sandwiches, salads, taco salad, Cajun basket, Bosphorus kebab and and cocktails day and night. HHH Daily B, L & D. cuisine, including classic and modern flavours, pastas, meat, fish-seafood, fresh bread, cakes, and Carribean dessert are particularly worth a try. www.thesofahotel.com. The Sofa Hotel, Teşvikiye complemented by an extensive wine cellar. exclusively produced house wines, olives and olive HH Daily B, L & D. www.midpoint.com.tr. Cad. 41-41 A, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 368 1818. A6. HHH Daily B & L & D. www.divan.com.tr. Cevdet oils. HHH Daily B, L & D. www.kitchenette.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 59, Nişantaşı. Paşa Cad. 28/A, Bebek. T: 0212 263 2973. Off map. The Marmara Taksim, Gümüşsuyu Mah. Takı Zafer Cipriani T: 0212 219 9401. Cad. 2, Taksim. T: 0212 292 6862. B6. A6. This international restaurant chain is, famous for Divan Brasserie Kalamış Minyon its unique approach to world dining. The interior This is an excellent choice for those looking to La Boom Minyon presents world cuisine in a modern, is striking with its and earth-toned interior escape the city’s hustle and bustle, a safe haven New York Citty’s neighborhood styled bistro, and low tables, and the menu offers all the classic of calm and elegance where you can enjoy restaurant, and cafe, La Boom offers international unpretentious ambiance. Minyon’s olives, 29-day flavours of Harry’s Bar in Venice. HHH Daily L & D. Divan chefs’ most enticing specialities, against a tastes like crab served on oyster shells, Rigatoni aged ribeye schnitzel, and chocolate almond tart www.cipriani.com. Levent Mah. Büyükdere Cad. backdrop of white sailboats riding at anchor. Pitti or Praline fete. HHH Daily B & L & D & N. are just a few of their very special dishes. HHH 2/1, Levent. T: 0212 317 7787. Off map. HH Mon-Fri B, L & D; Fri & Sat B, L, D & N. Sakıp Sabancı Cad. 14, Emirgan. www.minyon.com. W İstanbul, Süleyman Seba Cad. www.divan.com.tr. Amiral Fahri Korutürk Yat Limanı, T: 0212 277 8807. Off map. 22, Akaretler, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 381 2121. B7. City Lights Kalamış. T: 0216 414 5703. Off map. Commanding a breathtaking Bosphorus view from La Delicatesse Restaurant Nikol the roof of the Taksim Ceylan Intercontinental Faces Looking for something different? This concept shop and kitchen turns out Hotel, City Lights adds live music, delicious food, An intimate and warm atmosphere complements Try La Delicatesse to take in the colours of the chocolates, pastries, organic cookies, snacks, fine wines and a great selection of cocktails. If it’s the special flavours here, with a daily-changing seaside and enjoy the enchanting moonlight with salads and more. Take a close look at the décor; Mothers’ Day an exclusive evening you’re after, look no further. surprise appetizer plate. Specialties include family and friends, and savour dishes prepared with everything in this modern vintage venue is for sale! HHHH istanbul.intercontinental.com.tr. zucchini carpaccio and steak brown. Nostalgic care and love. HHH Daily L & D. HHH Daily B, L & D. www.nikolgalata.com. Intercontinental İstanbul, Asker Ocağı Cad. 1, music takes guests back to the 1980s. HH Mon-Sat www.cinarhotel.com.tr. Çınar Hotel Fener Mevkii, Serdar-ı Ekrem Sok. 9, Galata. T: 0212 251 5158. D5. Treats from the Palace Taksim. T: 0212 368 4444. B6. L & D. Asmalımescit Mah. Sofyalı Sok. 16, Beyoğlu. Yeşilköy. T: 0212 663 2900. Off map. In a lush green garden overlooking the stunning turquoise of the Bosphorus, Laledan Olivos Restaurant T: 0212 252 3810. C5. Restaurant’s brunch features over 300 different organic dishes. Add the pastries, hot Cloud7 Restaurant, Bar & Terrace Laledan Decorated in warm, brilliant colours, Olivos Located on the top floor, this restaurant takes in a Galata Kiva Boasting an open buffet breakfast with over 250 Restaurant’s award-winning culinary team offers canapés, chocolate buffet, every type of baklava and cookies imaginable, as well as a breath-taking Bosphorus view. With its new name One of the most notable products of the items with 80% organic ingredients, and Arab, Mediterranean and international cuisine in smart, special afternoon tea, it adds up to a wonderful Mother’s Day. and remodelled interior, the restaurant offers a rich multicultural Ottoman civilization is its cuisine. Kiva Asian and sushi corner between 6.30am and 11am. casual and comfortable surroundings. HHH Daily B, Çırağan Palace Kempinski İstanbul, Çırağan Cad. 32, Beşiktaş. selection of Turkish and world cuisines. HHH Daily offers the perfect opportunity to rediscover the Legendary Çırağan Brunch on Sundays from 12pm- L & D. www.radissonblu.com. Radisson Blu Airport T: 0212 236 7333. www.kempinski.com B, L & D. www.hilton.com.tr. Hilton ParkSa, Maçka secret flavours of Anatolia. Also with a branch on 4pm. Laledan Restaurant serves an all-day dining Hotel, E-5 Karayolu 20, Küçükçekmece. Bayıldım Cad. 12. T: 0212 258 5674. B7. the Asian side. HHH Daily B, L & D. Galata Tower menu, with delicious comfort food and regional T: 0212 411 3838. Off map.

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Sarnıç with a Bosphorus view, and select Turkish and T: 0212 245 8817. C4. A restaurant dating to the Repuclican period international dishes including delicious and Del Mare housed in a cistern at the end of an old Ottoman fresh charcoal-grilled fish and burgers. Or head to Excellent location on the Bosphorus with a WHERE TO street. Favourites include shrimp cocktail, crepe the bar for a wonderful cocktail with a breathtaking delightful view, especially inviting at sunset. Bosphorus, paçanga börek, Karsky Oriental, and İstanbul sunset. HHH www.hilton.com.tr. Try specialities including mussel ravioli, paella, and desserts like fried banana and pineapple with Daily D. Hilton İstanbul, Cumhuriyet Cad. Harbiye. fish on mashed . Also accessible by boat ice cream. Daily D. www.sarnicrestaurant.com. T: 0212 343 8081. B6. from Kuruçeşme on the European side. HHHH Soğukçeşme Sok. 26, Sultanahmet. TASTE THE BEST Vogue Restaurant & Bar Daily L & D. www.del-mare.com. Kuleli Cad. 53/4, T: 0212 512 4291- 0212 513 3660. F4. Located on the top floor of BJK Plaza, this elegant Çengelköy. T: 0216 422 5762. Off map. Sekizİstanbul restaurant offers 70 different sushi varieties. A popular spot with simple white décor, regulars Enjoy white and red house wines as well as olive Eataly love the delicious treats from its pizza oven, snack oils exclusively prepared for Vogue against a With 24 branches including New York, Chicago and OF ANATOLIAN selections and 37 tempting dishes, both Turkish superb Bosphorus view. Reservations required. several Italian cities, this new venue of the market- and international. HHH Daily L & D. Wed-Sat L, D & HHHH Daily L & D. www.istanbuldoors.com. restaurant chain offers top-quality Italian cheeses, N. www.sekizistanbul.com. Kuloğlu Mah. Gazeteci Spor Cad. BJK Plaza A Blok 48, Akaretler. pastas, sauces and more. Featuring fine food and quality shopping, Eataly scores high points with its Erol Dernek Sok. 1, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 249 8924. C5. T: 0212 227 4404. B7. TERROIR pizzas and desserts HHH Daily 10am-11pm. Sky Bar Zorlu Center, Zincirlikuyu. www.eataly.com.tr. A la carte restaurant on the top floor of the Plaza ITALIAN T: 0212 336 6600. Off map. Hotel with one of the finest panoramic views of the city, featuring international cuisine and fine Antica Locanda Emporio Armani Ristorante service. HHH Tue-Sun D. www.theplazahotel.com. The former bakery of the Taxiarchis Greek This casual dining spot features a cafe and bar on tr. Barbaros Bulvarı 165, The Plaza Hotel İstanbul, Orthodox Church – İstanbul’s largest Ottoman- its lower floor. The furniture, dominated by ivory era Greek church – is now a restaurant serving and black, are accompanied by Armani sparkle on Balmumcu, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 370 2020. A8. traditional Italian food. Favourite menu items the wall. The menu features outstanding traditional Starboard Restaurant include the Sardinian-style potatoes with mint and Italian and Mediterranian flavours including Enjoy al fresco dining complemented by a stuffed homemade fagottini. HHH Wed-Sat L & D; scallops with cream sauce, capesante and classic spectacular setting along the Bosphorus. The Tue-Sat D; Sun L. www.anticalocanda.com.tr. Italian panna cotta. HHH Daily L & D. İstinye Park restaurant draws local and foreign guests with its Satış Meydanı 12, Arnavutköy. T: 0212 287 9745. 519, İstinye, Sarıyer. T: 0212 345 6140. innovative Mediterranean menu highlighting fresh Off map. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). seafood dishes. HHHH Daily B, L & D. Çırağan Cad. Aqua 46, Radisson Blu Bosphorus Hotel, Ortaköy. Fratelli La Bufala One of the most ambitious restaurants in İstanbul T: 0212 310 1500. B8. Known for its buffalo mozzarella, this restaurant is with its master chefs, unparalleled service and also famed for its Neapolitan-style pizzas. Taste Sultan Restaurant excellent location. Modern interior. Mainly the superb cheese on the pizzas themselves, and Elegant, wood-dominated interior reminiscent of Mediterranean and Italian dishes, minestrone soup, you can even order it in single 125- or 500-gram palaces surrounded by glass walls. The talented line caught sea bass filet, mixed sea-food plate. portions. Delicious! HHH Daily L & D. kitchen team produces select flavours from Turkish HHHH Daily B, L & D. 6am-11pm. www.fratellilabufalaistanbul.com. Kar Kuyusu Sok. and world cuisines. HHHH Daily L & D. www.fourseasons.com. Four Seasons Bosphorus, Trump Towers Mall, Zemin K:13 Şişli. www.grandcevahirhotel.com. Grand Cevahir Hotel, Çırağan Cad. 28, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 381 4059. A9. T: 0212 347 99 00. Off map. Darülaceze Cad. Okmeydanı, Şişli. Carluccio’s T: 0212 314 4242. Jamie’s Italian Off map. The İstanbul branch of this restaurant, named after With a creative menu featuring authentic gourmet famous chef Antonio Carluccio himself, serves Txm People dishes made with the freshest ingredients, Jamie’s authentic Italian flavours in a relaxed, authentic Txm People’s serves delicious Turkish and menu includes delicious köfte, chicken with atmosphere. Check out their gourmet market. international dishes and offers 64 different wines. couscous, and treats from around the world, in a HHH Daily B, L & D. Kanyon Shopping Centre, The cocktail list is impressive, and with music warm, welcoming environment. HHH Daily L & D. Büyükdere Cad. 165, Levent. T: 0212 353 0545. covering tracks from the 70s onwards, offers www.jamieoliver.com. Zorlu Center, Zincirlikuyu something for locals and visitors alike. HH Daily B & Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Cad. Beşiktaş. T: 0212 353 6808. Off map. L & D & N. www.cvkhotels.com. CVK Hotels Taksim, Cento Per Cento Sıraselviler Cad. 11, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 245 8383. La Terazza C5. With a concept based on everyday Italian food, As the name implies, La Terazza’s main attraction Turkuaz Restaurant starters are served in snack-sized portions so it’s (after its food) is its wide terrace for al fresco Restaurant offering delightful international easy to sample a wide range of dishes. Chef’s dining, right on the shore of the Bosphorus. The flavours. HHH Daily B, L & D. www.dedeman.com. homemade ravioli, fresh pastas and classical kitchen turns out delicious Neapolitan and Sicilian Dedeman İstanbul, Yıldız Posta Cad. 50, Esentepe. Neapolitan pizza by-the-meter are some of the HHH specialities, with Italian wines and sauces, spices T: 0212 337 4500. A7. highlights. Mon-Sat L & D. www.centopercento.com.tr. Abdi İpekçi Cad. and cheeses imported straight from Sicily. HHH Daily D. www.reina.com.tr. Reina, Muallim Naci Tuti Zati Apt. 36, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 232 6202. A6. In the middle of the city, this stylish restaurant Cad. 44, Kuruçeşme. T: 0212 259 5919. A9. boasts a menu with world flavours, plus a fine wine Da Mario Nicole Rest welcomes the guests with its new menu, highlighting the lush and Mama cellar with over 200 selections. HHH Daily B, L & D. With a typical southern Italian atmosphere plentiful produce the fertile Anatolian land offers.... Extensive menu with pizzas straight from a www.themarmarahotels.com. The Marmara Taksim, and delicious Mediterranean dishes including Come and indulge yourself in the gastronomic journey paired with chateau-style homemade fresh pastas and pizzas from the wood wood oven, homemade pastas and salads. Well Taksim Meydanı. T: 0212 334 8300. B6. Turkish wines at our magnificent terrace overlooking Topkapı Palace, Prince Islands oven. Extensive wine list. HHHH Daily L & D. established in Rumeli Hisarı, Mama now welcomes Ulus 29 www.istanbuldoors.com.tr. Nispetiye Cad. guests in its delightfully stylish Nişantaşı location. and beyond. HHH Daily B, L & D. Abdi İpekçi Cad. 7/2, Nişantaşı. Flavours from around the world by international Dilhayat Sok. 7, Etiler. T: 0212 265 5186. Off map. For further information please visit www.nicole.com.tr chefs who prepare sushi and Mediterranean dishes T: 0212 241 1152. A6. plus Turkish specialties such as kebab and pide. Da Vittorio Mezzaluna Tomtom Suites, Boğazkesen Cad. Tomtom Kaptan Sok. 18, Beyoğlu. Tel: 0212 292 44 67 Dazzling panoramic view of Bosphorus. Booking Located in a boutique hotel, Da Vittorio’s mostly Mezzaluna serves cold appetizers and carpaccios, required. HHHH Mon-Fri L & D, Sat-Sun D. southern Italian menu features plenty of vegetable thin crust pizzas baked in a wood oven, and fresh www.club29.com. Adnan Saygun Cad. Yol Sok. 71/1, dishes, with cheeses and pasta imported from Sicily. In addition to dishes like osso bucco, there is hand-made pastas all in a colourful, cheerful Ulus. T: 0212 358 2929. Off map. also a selection of grilled meats and seafood. HHH atmosphere. HHH Daily L & D. Veranda Grill & Bar Daily L & D. www.davittorioistanbul.com. Ansen www.mezzaluna.com.tr. Mim Kemal Öke Cad. 21, Enjoy a wonderful combination of alfresco dining Suites, Meşrutiyet Cad. Ansen, 130, Şişhane. Nişantaşı. T: 0212 231 3142. A6. Member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World

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– from Turkey for a blend they call contemporary Orange Restaurant MEDITERRANEAN tapas. Green lentil filled pastries, chicken in madras This venue offers the flavours of Moroccan, 34 Restaurant sauce, mussels in spicy sauce are must-tries. HH Algerian, Lebanese and Turkish cuisine. Personalised service with live kitchen shows Mon-Sat L & D. www.gozo.com.tr. Meşrutiyet Cad. A wide variety of grills, daily set menus and form just part of the exclusive atmosphere at 34 94/A, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 251 5314. C4. southern Mediterranean specialties promise Restaurant. Its ‘Food under the Sun’ concept, a delightful experience. HHH Daily B, L & D. Halat Restaurant based on Mediterranean and Turkish cuisine, www.orangemedgrill.com. Kayışdağ Cad. 1 /1, Located inside the Rahmi M. Koç Museum, this ensures a unique dining experience. Daily L & D, İstanbul Marriot Hotel Asia, Ataşehir. restaurant boasts an eye-catching interior where Taşkışla Cad. 1, Taksim, Beyoğlu. T: 0216 570 0038. Off map. sailboats are used for décor. The menu is based on T: 0212 368 1234. C4. with an extensive local and Sunset Grill&Bar A’jia Restaurant foreign wine list. HHH Daily L & D. This well-known İstanbul venue offers a With its unique fusion of contemporary www.halatrestaurant.com. Rahmi Koç Museum, magnificient Bosphorus view accompanied by an interior design and 18th-century architecture Kumbarhane Cad. 2, Hasköy, Sütlüce. exclusive wine list and Mediterranean cuisine. in a spectacular Bosphorus-front location, this T: 0212 369 6616. B2. Bar opens in the evenings, offering an entertaining restaurant has a reputation for quality service. night with a DJ. Booking required. HHHH Mon-Sat Lacivert HHHH Daily B, L & D. www.ajiahotel.com. L & D. www.sunsetgrillbar.com. Adnan Saygun Cad. Exquisite Mediterranean flavours combined with Çubuklu Cad. 27, A’jia Hotel, Ahmet Rasim Paşa Yol Sok. 2, Ulus. T: 0212 287 0357-58. Off map. AL BUSHRA a most romantic Bosphorus view. The restaurant Yalısı, Kanlıca. T: 0216 413 9300. Off map. Hilton İstanbul, Cumhuriyet Cad. K:9, delights its guests with seasonally changing menus Topaz Harbiye. T: 0212 343 8081. Bloom and excellent seafood. Anything that comes out Chic restaurant offering traditional and modern This high-ceilinged spacious venue has another of the sea, from calamari to octopus, mussels and Turkish/Mediterranean cuisine. The traditional surprise – a wide green terrace filled with shrimp as well a vast selection of fish. Turkish menu includes yuvarlama soup and chard Mirror grapefruit, olive, pomegranate and orange trees. Brunch on Sundays. HHHH Daily L & D. stuffed with meat and ; the modern menu This venue includes both a restaurant and bar in The stars of the menu include dishes cooked in www.lacivertrestaurant.com. Körfez Cad. 57/A, features roasted cheek of beef, celeriac puree, a minimalist interior. Predominantly Italian menu their stone oven; try beef tas kebabı, and köfte with Anadolu Hisarı, Beykoz. T: 0216 413 4224. Off map. crème brulée with foie gras and sweet marsala also offers delicacies from world cuisines. Chill-out kashar cheese, to name just a few. HH sauce. HHH Daily L & D. www.topazistanbul.com. cosy, groove, acid jazz and beach house music Daily B, L & D. Ambarlı Dere Cad. 6, Ortaköy. La Mancha İnönü Cad. Devres Han 50, Gümüşsuyu. between 4pm-8pm and after dinner. HHH Serving a mix of Italian, Moroccan and Spanish T: 0212 288 6582. Off map. T: 0212 249 1001. B6. Daily L & D. www.mirrorbistro.com. cuisine, La Mancha offers a delicious variety Suadiye Park, A Blok 2, Suadiye. Flamingo of hot and cold tapas dishes, fresh seafood Winston Brasserie, The This elegantly and meticulously decorated venue T: 0216 464 2710. Off map. Mediterranean cuisine with a focus on Italian takes and Moroccan-style lamb tagine, along with Treat Mom to centre stage at this high-end restaurant, which 150 wine selections and cocktails. Daily L & D. really stands out. On the menu, Italian pizzas, Morini converts into a nightclub after dinner. Items include www.lamancha.com.tr. Muallim Naci Cad. 107, pastas and risottos are paired with traditional wines From the décor to the quality service, Morini is of Turkey’s Urla region. Try their delicious salads, Something Delightful pizzas, pastas and risottos, plus desserts including Kuruçeşme. T: 0212 257 1144. Off map. For Mothers’ Day, how about a tempting meal at 34 Restaurant, including appetisers, pure New York. The home-made pastas reign chocolate mousse, chocolate tart and tiramisu. and chicken, meat and fish marinated in a special soups and a tempting selection of oven-fresh bakery. In addition, the Charcuterie and supreme here; the favourite of celebrities such as Mia Mensa sauce for a feast fit for a king – and top it off with a The Prosecco cocktail comes highly recommended. Cheese Room offers 30 cheeses from regions around Turkey as well as a variety of cold Catherine Zeta Jones, Brad Pitt and Heidi Klum, its HHHH Mon-Sat L, D & N. www.flamingoist.com. This restaurant, serving Mediterranean and Italian splendid dessert. HHH Şair Nedim Cad. 3, Beşiktaş, dishes are created by Michelin-star chef Michael Asker Ocağı Cad. 1, Taksim. cuisine plus international dishes, is enhanced by Akaretler. T: 212 259 9919. B7. cuts and mezes. White. HHHH Daily B, L & D. Daily B & L & D. its enchanting Bosphorus view. Try the flounder T: 0212 232 6888. B6. X Restaurant Taşkışla Cad. 1, Taksim, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 368 1234. Zorlu Center, Zincirlikuyu Cad. Beşiktaş. with lemon sauce, the four-cheese pizza and the New venue located on the 6th floor of the Floripa tiramisu. HHH www.miamensa.com. Muallim Naci T: 0212 353 6767. Off map. İstanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts. Mainly This restaurant, café and bar in , on one Cad. 64/C, Kuruçeşme. T: 0212 263 4214. Off map. background of Mehmet Gürs. HHHH Mon-Sat D. Papermoon of the loveliest spots on the Bosphorus, welcomes Mediterranean menu offers risottos, pastas, pizzas PUB This elegant venue serves unique Italian delicacies. you with its Mediterranean food including salads, Müzedechanga and desserts plus Turkish dishes. HHH Daily L & D. www.istanbulyi.com. The Marmara Pera, Meşrutiyet Its spacious bar and café are open all day, and pastas, and pizzas cooked in a real wood oven. The restaurant takes in breathtaking Bosphorus www.xrestaurantbar.com. Sadi Konuralp Cad. 5, Cad. 15, Taksim. T: 0212 293 5656. C4. Divan Pub Elmadağ Şişhane. T: 0212 244 7101. loved by İstanbul high society. Reservations Its vast breakfast menu makes it the ideal place to views and centuries-old pine trees, with an C5. The extensive and tempting menu includes a range excellent menu to match. Be sure to try the fresh recommended. HHHH Daily L & D. spend a long, relaxing weekend morning; at night Yelken Restaurant of local specialties, including döner kebab. blackeyed peas with tarator, filet mignon ottoman www.papermoon.com.tr. Nispetiye Cad. Akmerkez Floripa turns into a bar featuring great DJ sets. Boasting lovely Bosphorus views, this modern Daily B & L & D. www.divan.com.tr. Divan İstanbul, with green bulgur pilaf, tortellini with spinach and Shopping Centre 224, Etiler. T: 0212 282 1616. HHH Daily B, L, D & N. www.d-ream.com.tr. restaurant serves an excellent selection of classical Asitane Restaurant Asker Ocağı Cad. 1, Taksim. T: 0212 315 5500. B6. lor cheese, mosaic pastry and tiramisu. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). Rumeli Hisarı, Baltalimanı Cad. No:4 Sarıyer. Turkish fish dishes plus original Mediterranean Specializing in Ottoman Court cuisine, this is an HHH Tue-Sat L & D, Sat-Sun B. Ph Pub T: 0212 287 6220. Off map. flavours including moules marineieres, surf and exciting venue with a menu based on the 1539 Piola www.changa-istanbul.com. Sakıp Sabancı Cad. 42, A wide variety of appetizer buffets, grills and turf, seafood linguini and paella. HHH Daily L & ‘Book of Feasts’. The menu offers specialties like Frankie Atlıköşk, Emirgan. T: 0212 323 0901. desserts are served from 11:30am to 8:30pm in PH Now boasting a branch in Turkey, international Off map. D. www.yelkenrestaurant.com. Köybaşı Cad. 58, chestnut soup, shrimp-stuffed calamari, hassa Boasting three different sections, choose from the pub on the lobby floor. HHH Mon-Sat L & D. chain Piola is known as the ‘pizzeria to the stars’ Yeniköy. T: 0212 262 9490. börek, kırma chicken kebab, sea bass biryan and terrace, city lounge and main restaurant. Among Off map. www.theplazahotel.com.tr. Barbaros Bulvarı 165, with regulars in its US branches including Will saffron-scented for dessert. HHH Daily L & D. Smith and Jennifer Lopez. Three-quarters of the most impressive offerings are their artichoke The Plaza Hotel İstanbul, Balmumcu, Beşiktaş. mücver in cheese fondue, and talaş börek on a www.asitanerestaurant.com. Kariye Camii Sok. 6, its menu consists of pizzas, with fresh toppings MODERN OCAKBAŞI T: 0212 370 2020. A8. bed of beef. Or stop by in the evening and enjoy Edirnekapı. T: 0212 635 7997. C2. including mozzarella, shrimp and porcini. live music along with their signature passion fruit Ali HHH Daily L & D. www.pointhotel.com. Point Otel Matbah cocktail. HHH Daily L, D & N. Sofa Hotel, Teşvikiye With a view of the historic peninsula, high ceilings sPECIAL SPOTS Barbaros, Esentepe, Yıldız Posta Cad. 29, Şişli. Offering authentic specialities from Ottoman Cad. 41, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 230 6666. A6. and a modern design, Ali’s menu is devoted mainly T: 0212 337 3000. Palace cuisine in an historical setting, Matbah in Mahalle A7. to kebabs and meats. Specialities include their the Historical Peninsula is surrounded by iconic Located on the top floor of City’s Nişantaşı Galliard, The signature Ali Kebap and the traditional pumpkin buildings like Topkapı Palace and Hagia Sophia. shopping centre, Mahalle offers a variety of Serving predominantly Spanish, French and Italian dessert served with tahini and ice cream. HHH lebanese HHH Daily B, L&D. www.matbahrestaurant.com. services under one roof from a butcher to a flower cuisine, specialities at this contemporary elegant Daily L & D. Arap Camii Mah. Tersane Cad. 45/ 4, restaurant include homemade pastas, plus their Caferiye Sok. 6/1, Sultanahmet. T: 0212 514 6151. F4. shop, greengrocer, bookstore and coffee shop. Al Bushra Grifin Han, Karaköy. T: 0212 293 1011. C5 special bread with walnuts, raisins and wine. There’s something for every need and occasion. Nestled on the 9th flor of Hilton İstanbul, Al Bushra Tuğra Restaurant Tue-Sat L, D & N. Sun & Mon L & D. Daily 10am-10pm. www.citysnisantasi.com. promises a delightful and unforgettable dining A favourite of gourmets, this venue serves classical www.thegalliard.com. Nispetiye Cad. 104, Etiler. Teşvikiye Cad. 162, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 373 3333. A6. experience featuring authentic Lebanese dishes new anatolıan Ottoman dishes accompanied by live Turkish T: 444 0 233. Off map. by expert chefs, select wines and a brathtaking Mikla classical music in an authentic atmosphere on the Trump Cadde Bosphorus view. HHH Daily L & D. Gozo LA MANCHA Mikla opened in October 2005. The initial idea was waterfront. HHHH Daily D. Located on the terrace floor of Trump Towers www.hilton.com.tr. Hilton İstanbul, As one might expect, Gozo Tapas Restaurant & Muallim Naci Cad. 107, Kuruçeşme. to create a refined but contemporary “İstanbullu” www.kempinski-istanbul.com. Çırağan Cad. 32, Shopping Centre, this is home to event spaces plus Cumhuriyet Cad. K:9, Harbiye. 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setting. Created by an award-winning female Thai Peymane chef, designed by renowned Singaporean architect Located in a five-storey registered historical TURKISH (MODERN) Kay Ngee Tan, and managed by a London-trained building, the restaurant also contains a charcuterie Boğaziçi Borsa management team. HHH Daily L & D. with fine cheeses and cold meats. Above the A classic in İstanbul dining, this restaurant’s www.cokcok.com.tr. Meşrutiyet Cad. 51, Tepebaşı. entrance is a VIP salon, with an indoor dining room updated menus capture the flavours of Turkish T: 0212 292 6496. C4. on the top floor. The kebab grill lends an elegant cuisine with a Western twist. The result is stunning. HHH Paintings by famous artists exhibited in the Pera Thai decorative touch. Daily L & D. Outstanding presentation of Thai cuisine, which www.peymane-lacucina.com. entrance welcome guests into this elegant venue. HHH has risen to prominence in recent years. Jazz and Tomtom, Boğazkesen Cad. 65/1, Tophane. Daily L & D. www.borsa.com. ethnic music tunes provide a smooth ambiance for T: 0212 244 0955. C5. Lütfi Kırdar Convention & Exhibition Centre, dinners. Original flavours and exotic atmosphere Harbiye. T: 0212 232 4201. A6. Raika from Thailand brought to guests in a simple The immensely varied cuisine of Anatolia is Borsa interior decorated with authentic objects. Mon-Sat served in an innovative presentation, with strong A classic in İstanbul dining, this restaurant’s L & D. HHH www.perathai.com. Meşrutiyet Cad. emphasis of seasonal ingredients. Located on updated menus capture the flavours of Turkish 74/A,Beyoğlu. T: 0212 245 5726. C4. the terrace floor of The Marmara Taksim, and cuisine with a Western twist. The result is stunning. boasting a panoramic view of the city, the bar with Paintings by famous artists exhibited in the entrance welcome guests into this elegant venue. FERAHFEZA its magnificent view is the perfect spot for early TURKISH HHH Daily L&D. www.borsa.com. İstinye Bayırı Cad. Kemankeş Cad. 31/5, Karaköy. evening get-togethers. HHHH Daily L, D & N. Casita The Marmara Taksim Hotel, 20/F, Taksim. İstinyePark Shopping Centre, Sarıyer. T: 0212 243 5154-55. Very popular for its mantı, a Turkish dumpling T: 0212 345 5333. T: 0212 2433773. C5. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). served with yoghurt, and , Casita also Core Grill & Bar Kitchen. It’s an ‘avenue with a view’ which creates offers temptations like Bodrum’s famous çökertme Refik Restaurant Radisson Blu Hotel, İstanbul Asia’s restaurant the carefree spirit of the street. kebab, mushroom casserole and “paper One of the best taverns in town for 65 years, is bright, relaxed and friendly. Ingredients from Karkuyusu Sok. Şişli. T: 0212 3487867. Off map. doll” dessert. This restaurant is open 24 hours this spot is an İstanbul classic with its congenial various cuisines blend harmoniously with Turkish daily. HH Daily L&D. www.casita.com.tr. atmosphere. Pastırma in paper, ‘Albanian style’ dishes, with the chef’s specialties including chicken Abdi İpekçi Cad. Atiye Sok. 3, Nişantaşı. fried diced liver, and lamb roulade are just a few of schnitzel with kadayıf pastry and their Core kebab. steakhouse T: 0212 327 8293. A6. its delightful specialities. HHH Mon-Sat D. HH Daily L & D. www.radissonblu.com. www.refikrestaurant.com. Asmalımescit Cad. Maçka Günaydın Et Restaurant Çintemani Restaurant Radisson Blu Hotel, İstanbul Asia, Yakut Cad. With a wood-dominated, historic feel, this spot Sofyalı Sok. 6, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 243 2834. C4. Named after one of the most important motifs in Ataşehir. T: 0216 579 1100. Off map. serves a variety of kebabs and meats. Try the traditional Ottoman art, this venue is open all day. Seasons smoked meat platter, succulent steaks and the Dai Pera Menu inspired by the most distinguished dishes of Spacious antique-themed interior surrounded hand-churned HHH Daily L & D. Blending İstanbul’s vast history of Balkan, the Mediterranean and Ottoman Court cuisines. by glass. Seasons Restaurant serves Turkish www.gunaydinet.com. Swissôtel the Bosphorus, HHHH Daily B, L & D. Daily 6:30am-11pm. Rumelian, Albanian, Jewish and Armenian specialities featuring local products Braised Bayıldım Cad. 2, Maçka. T: 0212 258 1203. B7. www.ritzcarlton.com. The Ritz-Carlton, İstanbul, elements with a modern vision, the venue offers Artichoke, Hengel Ravioli, cold cress-nettle soup traditional İstanbul flavours including white bean Elmadağ, Şişli. T: 0212 334 4188. Off map. N Burger and puff pastry with lamb ragout. HHHH Daily B, stew with meat, Albanian-style liver, baked mantı This cosy restaurant’s menu includes the Nusret Günaydın L & D, Sunday brunch. www.fourseasons.com. and quince dessert. HH Mon-Thu 9am-2am. Burger, Lokum Burger and Sucuklu Burger, along This simply-decorated two-storey restaurant, with Tevfikhane Sok. 1, Four Seasons Sultanahmet Fri&Sat 9am-4am. Sun 10am-2am. Yeni Çarşı Cad. with a selection of köfte and meats. The tulum a spacious garden, serves delicious kebabs and Hotel, Sultanahmet. T: 0212 402 3000. E5. 54, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 252 8099. C5. cheese salad and baklava are some of its most other grilled meats. The mainstays of the menu Sofyalı 9 popular dishes. Daily L & D. www.d-ream.com.tr. are the fındık (an appetizer-sized version Divan Lokanta Turkish and Greek tunes provide the background Abdi Ipekçi Cad. 57/A, Reasürans Çarşısı, Nişantaşı. of the familiar ‘Turkish pizza’), stuffed köfte and Divan Lokanta creates an innovative menu by to warm conversation, while at least 25 mezes combining the best of Turkish and Mediterranean T: 0212 231 2470-71. A6. chopped kebabs, including their special pistachio kebab. HHH Daily L&D. Suadiye Mah. Kazım Özalp tempt the taste buds - firm classis like chard stuffed dining, plus Divan’s signature dishes. The with mince meat, çoban , fincan pastry Nusr-Et Sok. 58, Şaşkınbakkal. T: 0216 417 9209. Off map. copper-leaf bar and ceiling-hung glass sculptures In keeping with Nusret’s decor, meats are brought and ‘Albanian style’ diced fried liver, to seafood shimmering golden red set the tone in an inviting on teak planks and served on white porcelain. The Karaköy Lokantası delicacies like mussels in red wine sauce, grilled and elegant atmosphere, with countless vintage restaurant focuses on meat, salads and wine; meats Located across from the customs house, this shrimp and octopus. Daily L, D&N. wines in illuminated racks. HHH Daily L & D. are cooked to order. HHH Daily L & D. Nispetiye restaurant looks like a French bistro from the www.sofyali.com.tr. Asmalımescit Cad. Sofyalı Sok. www.divan.com.tr. Divan İstanbul, Asker Ocağı outside, but the Ottoman style interior with its Cad. 87, Etiler. T: 0212 358 3022. Off map. 9, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 252 3810. C4. Cad. 1, Taksim. T: 0212 315 5500. B6. turquoise tiles and wrought iron railings gives The Market Bosphorus the feel of a warm, welcoming tavern. Specialities Yeni Lokanta FerahFeza Minimalist design meets classic Turkish and world include mezes like mashed broad beans and Rustical, and decorated simply with tiles, trees With décor alluding to the local artisan tradition, cuisine, with classic meats, steaks and burgers, plus smoked octopus, plus skewered lamb and fish and flowers, Yeni Lokanta serves traditional dishes this new venue boasts two breezy terraces foie gras and a selection of seafood. Daily B, pastrami. HHH Daily L & D. Kemankeş Cad. 37/A, made with ingredients from Anatolia. The bulgur overlooking Galata Tower and the Historic L & D. HHH Kuruçeşme Mah. Karaköy. T: 0212 292 4455. D5. salad with sour cherries, mantı filled with dried Peninsula. Favourites on the menu include salmon Muallim Naci Cad. 56, Kuruçeşme. eggplant and with are some in vine leaves with tahini sauce, and bean casserole Ma’na T: 0212 257 4111. A9. of the must-try offerings. HH Mon-Sat L & D. with grilled octopus. HHH Daily B, L, D & N. A nostalgic venue with a meyhane atmosphere, www.lokantayeni.com. Kumbaracı Yokuşu 66, www.ferahfeza-ist.com. Kemankeş Cad. 31/5, Steak N More Istan’bull serving Turkish delicacies with Turkish semi- Beyoğlu. T: 0212 292 2550. Karaköy. T: 0212 243 5154-55. D5. Synonymous with its chef Fikret Özdemir (p. 4), this classical music in the background. The impressive C5. restaurant concentrates mostly on meat and fish. rakı menu offers 33 different varieties. As in any Zeyrekhane Gile Restaurant All dishes are made from 100% Turkish meat, plus meyhane, the mezes reign supreme; they also serve Near the Zeyrek mosque, originally part of a Young chefs Cihan Kıpçak and Üryan Doğmuş add a contemporary edge to familiar flavours, creating its local cheese and wines. Try the piri piri shrimp, a very good kadayıf pastry for dessert. monastary, and entered through old wooden HHH new flavours such as filet mignon with fenugreek, lamb shanks, and künefe for dessert. HHH Daily L Mon-Sat L&D. Kemankeş Mah. Fransız Geçidi houses, this restaurant offers a breathtaking view of 53/8, Karaköy. T: 0212 293 0993. Try Something Thai! 24-hour lamb shank, and Saroz shrimp grilled over & D. www.radissonblu.com. Radisson Blu Hotel, D5. Süleymaniye Mosque, the Blue Mosque and other The restaurant that introduced İstanbul to Thai cuisine, ÇokÇok’s architecture and red pine. HHH Daily L & D. İstanbul Şişli, 19 Mayıs Cad. 12, Şişli. historic landmarks from its terrace. The Turkish Meze authentic décor creates the magical atmosphere of Asia. Boasting a wide selection of www.gilerestaurant.com. Şair Nedim Cad. T: 0212 375 0000. Off map. cuisine is complemented by a warm and nostalgic Here you will find a rich selection of savoury Akaretler, Sıra Evler B Blok. 14, Akaretler. appetizers and Ottoman specialities in a modern interior filled with original paintings, imperial delicious dishes, the service is fantastic, and a lounge bar with Chillout and World Music T: 0212 327 1166. A7/B7. thaı presentation with outstanding service. edicts, quilted turbans, calligraphy and ornate tiles, completes a great evening out. www.conrad.hilton.com.tr. Daily 6pm-11pm. all originals.www.zeyrekhane.com. HHH Meşrutiyet Cad. 51, Tepebaşı. T: 0212 292 6496. Münferit ÇokÇok Thai Restaurant & Bar HHHHH Conrad Hotel, Beşiktaş. Tue-Sun B, L & D. Zeyrek Mah. 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kebab, küşneme, maş piyazı, , and T: 0216 460 0304. Off map. Antep style stuffed dried . HHH Daily L & D. www.develikebap.com. Kaşıbeyaz Münir Nurettin Selçuk Cad. Kalamış Marina, Specialities on the menu include kebabs like Ali Nazik, pistachio and garlic kebab. An open buffet Kadıköy. T: 0216 418 9400. Off map. breakfast served on Sundays offers a unique Feriye Lokantası Antep-style menu. HHH Daily B, L & D. Historical building that housed a police station a www.kasibeyaz.com.tr. Florya, Şenlikköy, Çatal Sok. century ago. Menu offers Turkish and Ottoman 19, T: 0212 444 1040. Off map. Yeniköy, Köybaşı cuisines, with excellent Bosphorus views and stylish Cad. 19, T: 0212 468 1717. Off map. ambiance. Specialities include sauteed lamb fillet and pumpkin dessert. Heated terrace in Konyalı Kanyon winter. HHHH Daily L & D. www.feriye.com. Çırağan Konyalı is run by the fourth generation of the family, Mehmet Eren Doğanbey. Exclusive concept Cad. 40, Ortaköy. T: 0212 227 2216. Off map. and ambiance, the fine menu and luxurious Hacı Abdullah Lokantası presentation on gold-plated service all add up to A long-established restaurant with a 121-year a memorable meal. HH Daily L & D. KONYALI history, ensuring continuity of Ottoman culinary www.konyalilokantasi.com. Büyükdere Cad. 185, Büyükdere Cad. 185, tradition, serves specialities including lamb-based Kanyon Shopping Centre, Levent. Kanyon Shopping Centre, Levent. meat dishes as well as soups and pilafs. T: 0212 353 0450. Shopping Centre Map (p.34). HH Daily L & D. www.haciabdullah.com.tr. T: 0212 353 0450. Konyalı Lokantası Topkapı Sarayı Atıf Yılmaz Cad. 9, Taksim. T: 0212 293 8561. C5. Once home to the Ottoman Sultans, Topkapı offers a combination of traditional and modern Hacıbey Kebapçısı Palace now offers its unparalleled Bosphorus view flavours, including marinated sea bass, hot grilled Branch of one of Bursa’s famous kebab houses to diners. Enjoy the views and historical ambiance shrimp on humus, black couscous with mussels, serving in İstanbul since 1993. Traditional delicacies while savouring fine Turkish cuisine. Specialties poached sea bass with clams, and shredded cheek including İskender kebab, döner, , include stuffed lamb, hünkar beğendi, islim kebabı of beef with orzo. HHH Mon-Sat D. shepherd’s salad, and Kemalpaşa dessert with and a rich selection of desserts. HHH Wed-Mon L & Yeni Çarşı Cad. 19, Taksim. cheese and mastic. H Daily L & D. D. www.konyalilokantasi.com. Topkapı Palace. T: 0212 252 5067. C5. www.hacibeykebapcisi.com. Teşvikiye Cad. 8/B, T: 0212 513 9696. E5. Nişantaşı. T: 0212 231 7134. A6. Okka Köşebaşı With turquoise ceramic columns and antique Hamdi Et Lokantası This internationally-recognized chain restaurant diamond-cut mirrors, Okka is definitely not your A classic İstanbul dining experience, this offers meat dishes from Adana and Tarsus region usual kebab restaurant. A welcoming atmosphere restaurant’s glass-covered terrace offers a based on traditional recipes. The gavurdağı Toros, combines with a unique selection of mezes and panoramic view of the city. With more than 40 Abaganos fındık lahmacun, şaşlık kebab and kebab. Highly recommended are the beef ribs, kebabs on the menu; plum kebab and poppy seed semolina halvah are especially good. Playground lamb küşneme (the finest cut of meat for kebab), kebab are highly recommended. HHH Daily L&D. available for the kids. HH Daily L & D. steaks and the wonderfully varied meze plate. www.hamdirestorant.com.tr. Tahmis Cad. www.kosebasi.com. Bronz Sok. 5, Maçka, HHH Daily L & D. www.wistanbul.com.tr. Kalçın Sok. 11, Eminönü. T: 0212 230 3868. A6. W İstanbul, Süleyman Seba Cad. 22, 3/F, Akaretler. T: 0212 512 5424. D4. Mabeyin T: 0212 381 2189. B7. Havuzlu Lokanta Located in the historical Mabeyinci Manor. Enjoy Surplus Experience five centuries of history in this traditional Turkish cuisine in an exquisite setting. With views of both the historic peninsula and Pera, restaurant nestled in the Grand Bazaar, featuring Ideal choice for those who want to combine history this restaurant serves fine Turkish cuisine. Must-try exquisite Ottoman architecture. Specialties among with the distinct flavours of southeastern Turkish dishes include the roast lamb, satır köftesi and lamb its home-style dishes include mashed eggplant, cuisine in a quiet, peaceful atmosphere. HHH taraklık. HHH www.surplus.com.tr. Ragıp Gümüş Cad. roasted lamb and Abant-style kebab. HH Mon-Sat Daily L & D. www.mabeyin.com. Eski Kısıklı Cad. 54, Kat:3-4, Eminönü. T: 0212 520 1002. E5. L. www.havuzlurestaurant.com. Gani Çelebi Sok. 3, 129, Kısıklı. T: 0216 422 5580. Off map. Kapalıçarşı, Eminönü. T: 0212 527 3346. E4. Nar Lokanta TURKISH (tradıtıonal) Hünkar Nişantaşı With its menu of traditional Turkish and Ottoman Cosy, spacious, serving traditional Turkish dishes specialities, Nar Lokanta celebrates the Ottoman Beyti and desserts. Popular choices include wrapped culinary tradition. Outstanding dishes include Frequented by kings, prime ministers, celebrities liver, tandoori lamb stew and lamb casserole with stuffed köfte, palace-style mantı, and şekerpare and high society, this restaurant enjoys worldwide yoghurt; for a truly Turkish dining experience with figs and poppyseeds.HHH Mon-Sat L & D. fame for its meat dishes. An indisputable master of try the lamb’s trotter soup, hünkar beğendi and www.narlokantasi.com. Armaggan, Nuruosmaniye meat cookery with a dish named after him, owner semolina halvah. HH Daily L & D. Mim Kemal Öke Cad. 65, K:5, Beyazıt. T: 0212 522 2800. E4. Beyti Güler handpicks the ingredients. Its chorcoal Cad. 21, Nişantaşı. T: 0212 225 4665. A6. grilled meats are divine. HHH Tue-Sun L & D. Pandeli www.beyti.com. Orman Sok. 8, Florya. Kanaat Lokantası An İstanbul classic located in the Egyptian Market, Kanaat offers a stunning menu of 100-120 dishes T: 0212 663 2991. Off map. its walls are covered with glamorous İznik tiles. prepared daily including meat dishes, olive oil With its Turkish delicacies, Pandeli is an ideal stop Darüzziyafe dishes, desserts, ice creams and yoghurt. during a visit to the old city and the markets. Superb Turkish cuisine, with a lengthy menu No alcohol. HH Daily L & D. Daily 6:30pm-11:30pm. HH Daily L. www.pandeli.com.tr. Mısır Çarşısı 1, reflecting centuries of Turkish dining traditions. www.kanaatlokantasi.com.tr. Selmanipak Cad. 9, Eminönü. T: 0212 527 3909. E5. Located in the Süleymaniye complex and Üsküdar. T: 0216 341 5444. D8. seating over 1000, Darüzziyafe is an ideal place Safran to experience select Turkish dishes along with Kandilli Borsa Multi-award winning venue with a magnificent delicious sherbets and desserts. HH Daily L & Excellent ambiance in the garden of the historical Bosphorus view matched by a Turkish and D. www.daruzziyafe.com.tr. Şifahane Cad. 4, Adile Sultan Palace on a hilltop overlooking a Ottoman-themed menu and interior. Live classical dazzling Bosphorus view. Top Ottoman palace Süleymaniye. T: 0212 511 8414. E3. Turkish music every Wed and Fri. HHH Daily D. dishes and traditional Turkish cuisine, the menu istanbul.intercontinental.com.tr. Intercontinental Develi also includes surprising blends of Mediterranean, İstanbul, Asker Ocağı Cad. 1, Taksim. Located on legendary Kalamış Bay, Develi offers and Far Eastern cuisines. HHH Daily L & D. T: 0212 368 4444. B6. a delightful atmosphere and stylish decor. Fine www.borsarestaurant.com. Adile Sultan Sarayı, Gaziantep and Turkish specialties include Ali Nazik Vaniköy Cad. 12, Vaniköy, Üsküdar.

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

Emergency, Dental Byomed Private medical centre that puts patient Ask The Concierge satisfaction first and approaches patients with empathy, offering services with a live support system. www.byomed.com.tr. ByOtell, Kozyatağı This month we had a chat about İstanbul with Sarı Kanarya Sok. 14. T: 0216 571 6140. Ekrem Karabaş, concierge at the Divan Hotel. Dentistanbul First and only dedicated dental hospital in Turkey. Specialised and experienced staff, fully equipped operating room, ambulance and bed services. www.dentistanbul.com.tr. Yıldız Cad. 71, Beşiktaş. ow would you describe İstanbul Which nightspots would you send your T: 0212 444 0347. as a city? İstanbul is a city with a guests? Sortie, Hypnos, Reina, Nardis Jazz Pharmacies rapidly developing, cosmopolitan Club and Nomads are some of my personal H Pharmacies are open during day until 7:30pm. international flights but mainly domestic flights, feel. It’s also a bit frenzied and crazy, and favourites. Every day, a different pharmacy remains open Gezidükkanları 7, Taksim. T: 0212 444 2538. airports plus all the budget airlines. Transport to and from that gives it a special allure that has made it for 24 hours as a night pharmacy in every Atlasjet Where do you like to go during your free the airport include city buses, and taxis. As the neighbourhood. The names of the night www.atlasjet.com. T: 0212 444 3387. İstanbul has two major international airports; one one of the most popular cities in the world. time? Any particular favourite restaurants airport is far away from central locations, ground pharmacies are displayed on the window of on the European side and the other on the Asian British Airways services provider Havataş also runs buses to and Is there anything special this month that or art venues? No matter how much every pharmacy. Pharmacists can check blood side. www.britishairways.com.tr. Maslak Mah. Bilim Sok. visitors should do here? The new surge time I spend wandering along in Kanlıca, pressure, dress minor wounds and provide from Kozyatağı and Taksim. 5, K:15, Şişli. T: 0212 367 9292. Atatürk Airport Havataş Call Center T: 0212 444 0487. of life that comes with spring is especially Çengelköy and Eminönü, I never get tired recommendations on medical assistance. The first and largest of İstanbul’s two airports www.havas.com.tr. www.treczane.com. Emirates this is situated 24km west of the city centre, on beautiful at Emirgan Park and Yıldız Park. of them. My favourite restaurants are Sabiha Gökçen Airport T: 0216 585 5000. www.emirates.com. Şişli Plaza, 19 Mayıs Cad. 5/7, the European side. With both international and Küçüksu Mansion is also well worth seeing. Sunset, Köşebaşı, Park Fora, Divan Lokanta Useful Numbers www.sabihagokcen.aero. A Blok K:8, Şişli. T: 0212 315 4545. domestic flights operating round the clock, it If your guests had only a single day in and Maromi. As for art venues, Portakal İstanbul Directory, 11811. Gulf Air boasts fully equipped emergency health services. LOST LUGGAGE OFFICE Arts Centre in Harbiye, and Onsanat Centre Turkcell Directory 11832. İstanbul, what would you encourage them , www.gulfair.com. Cumhuriyet Cad. 131, Harbiye. The airport is accessible by metro; however, a taxi Sabiha Ökçen Airport: International Terminal Lost Avea Directory, 11855. to see? Any visitor to İstanbul should see in Akaretler hold fine exhibitions. T: 0212 231 3450. is recommended, particularly if carrying heavy Luggage Office T: 0216 588 8802. Domestic Vodafone Directory 11842. , luggage. Regular shuttle buses run by ground Terminal Lost Luggage Office T: 0216 588 8650. Topkapı Palace, Hagia Sophia, the Basilica Are there any special events at your hotel Same Area Calls, just the 7 digit number. KLM services provider Havataş approx every 30 mins Cistern, Grand Bazaar and the Egyptian this month? Our hotel is holding Artichoke Area Codes in İstanbul, Europen Side: 212, www.klm.com.tr. Emirhan Cad. 145, Atakule A Blok depart to and from Taksim, stopping at Aksaray, (Spice) Market. Days this month. There is also a Mothers’ Asian Side: 216. K:14, Dikilitaş, Beşiktaş. T: 0212 310 1900. Etiler and Bakırköy. Check for schedule. AIRPORT TRANSFER Day brunch on through May with no limit From Area to Area, 0+area code+number Lufthansa What would you recommend for the Havaş Call Center T: 0212 444 0487. Havataş: Offers shuttle services to and from the International, 0+0+ country code+area www.lufthansa.com.tr. Atatürk Airport International perfect day on the Bosphorus? on domestic drinks, also featuring a cookie www.havas.com.tr. airport every half hour between Atatürk Airport- code+number. Terminal, Yeşilköy. T: 0212 354 8888. They should take the city lines boat tour workshop for children and their mothers. Atatürk Airport Enq T: 0212 463 3000. Taksim and Sabiha Gökcen Airport-Kadıköy / www.ataturkairport.com. all the way up to Anadolu Kavağı; it’s the Pegasus Airlines Sabiha Gökcen Airport-Taksim. airLINEs www.flypgs.com. T: 0212 444 0737. www.havatas.com.tr. T: 444 44 36. perfect way to see İstanbul from the water. LOST LUGGAGE OFFICE Air France Singapore Airlines Atatürk Airport: TAV-(International and Domestic Please share a few of the city’s little- www.airfrance.com.tr. www.singaporeair.com. EGS Business Park Plazaları Terminals Lost Luggage Office) T: 0212 465 3000. known treasures. I think Tekfur Palace, the Emirhan Cad. 145 Atakule A Blok Dikilitaş, Beşiktaş. B2, K:8, 278, Yeşilköy. T: 0212 463 1800. Sabiha Gökçen Airport GETTING AROUND T: 0212 310 1919. neighbourhoods of Balat and Fener, Kariye Turkish Airlines (Thy) Located on the Asian side, Sabiha Gökçen Airport Buses Museum and the Arasta Bazaar are hidden Anadolu Jet www.turkishairlines.com. Cumhuriyet Cad. is 40km from Kadıköy, 12km from Pendik and 50km City buses are run by the İstanbul Metropolitan gems in the city that definitely should be seen. www.anadolujet.com.tr. Cumhuriyet Cad. Gezidükkanları 7, Taksim. T: 0212 444 0849. from Taksim. A smaller airport, this has some Municipality. Payment is with the İstanbul Kart – an

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electronic card purchased for a deposit fee at İdo Nostalgic Bosphorus Tours Rentel Greece, www.greekembassy.org.tr. Turnacıbacı TOURISM polıce sales points. Valid on buses, trams, metro and • Eminönü Dep. 10:35am - 1:35pm • Beşiktaş Dep. Providing a top-notch car rental service to Sok. 32, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 393 8290. ferries, it is easily charged at machines located in 10:50am - 1:50pm • Anadolu Kavağı Dep. 3pm - İstanbul’s visitors with its expert rental staff. Yerebatan Cad. 6, Sultanahmet. Germany, www.germanembassyank.com. many stations, and provides half-price transfers. 5pmT: 444 44 36. Dependable, well-equipped luxury car fleet, T: 0212 527 4503. İsmet İnönü Cad. 16/18, Gümüşsuyu. Fairs Ticket prices vary according to distance. chauffeured vehicles, rental and VIP transfer ser- Bosphorus Tours By Private Boats T: 0212 334 6100. www.iett.gov.tr. vices, with efficient, quality service. V.I.P. Information Line T: 0800 211 6068, Half-day tours on private boats. Historical venues www.rentel.com.tr. Irmak Cad. Kaşkaval Sok. 21, India, www.indembassy.org.tr. Cumhuriyet Cad. 37th TURKEYBUILD ISTANBUL Headquarters T: 0212 245 0720. such as the Çırağan Palace and Beyoğlu. T: 0212 444 1 434 BOSPHORUS TOURS Drawing some 1,150 participants from 80 may also be included in the programme. 18/7, Dörtler Apt. Elmadağ. T: 0212 296 2131. Ferries www.plantours.com. T: 0212 234 7777. Private Bosphorus Yacht Tours countries, the fair showcases the latest Italy, www.consistanbul.esteri.it. Boğazkesen construction materials and technology from City ferries operate out from Sirkeci, Eminönü sıghtseeıng These VIP yachts will give you a Bosphorus Swissôtel Cad. Tom Tom Kaptan Sok. 15, Tophane, Beyoğlu. leading international companies. and Karaköy piers all day long to the Bosphorus, experience like no other. Recommended by Owned by the hotel, İstanbul 1 and İstanbul Big Bus Tours T: 0212 252 5437. www.yapifuari.com.tr the Asian side, and Princess Islands. Istanbul’s finest hotels including the Swiss Hotel, Visit www.sehirhatlari.com.tr. for the latest 2, extend the elegance of Swissôtel to the Big Bus Tours provides the perfect introduction 6-10 May. Four Seasons, The Ritz Carlton and more, our Japan, Büyükdere Cad. 209, Tekfen Tower K:10, updated timetables. T: 0212 444 1851. Bosphorus as well with their fine decor and food to İstanbul, a city that straddles two continents: Tüyap Fuar Kongre Merkezi yachts will give you all the comforts of a 5-star 4. Levent. T: 0212 317 4600. service. Brunch, lunch and dinner served during Europe and Asia. This carefully designed tour hotel as you enjoy the beauty of the Bosphorus. Metro ISK-SODEX 2014 the tours. T: 0212 326 1100 ext. 8272. takes people to the major landmarks and historic A special occasion in one of our yachts will go Korea, Kaptanpaşa Mah. 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T: 0212 247 1728. charged at machines located in each station. SPECIAL TOURS energy systems and more. team of captains, this sea taxi gives 24-hour www.istanbul-ulasim.com.tr. T: 0212 444 0088. YACHT Russia, www.turkey.mid.ru. İstiklal Cad. 219, www.sodex.com.tr 7-10 May. service year round. www.su-samuru.com. İstanbul Walks Beyoğlu. T: 0212 292 5101. CNR EXPO METROLINES T: 0533 777 7718. The only travel agency which organises more M/Y Halas 71 Aksaray-Atatürk International Airport • than 40 İstanbul tours in English, inc the Istanbul The M/Y Halas, featuring luxury yacht service and Saudi Arabia, Konaklar Mah. Çamlık Cad. Şişhane to Darüşşafaka, with stops at Taksim, HELI SERVICES Classic, Bosphorus, Dolmabahçe Palace, the rich decor from Haremlique, offers personalized Akasyalı Sok. 6, 4. Levent. T: 0212 281 9140. Osmanbey, Şişli, Gayrettepe, Levent, 4. Levent, Jewish Quarter, Blue Mosque Area, Bosphorus food service all day long. www.myhalas.com. South Africa, www.southafrica.org.tr. Sanayi, İTÜ Ayazağa, Atatürk Oto Sanayi, Kaan Air Cruise, Walk in Asia and much more. Tokmak Burnu, İstinye. T: 0549 334 2104. Alarko Holding A.Ş. Muallim Naci Cad. 69, Darüşşafaka. Kaan Air offers helicopter sales, rentals, VIP www.istanbulwalks.com. transportation and air taxi services. Ortaköy. T: 0212 227 5200. TRAMLINES Şifahamamı Sok. 1, K:1, Sultanahmet. consulates Kemerburgaz Cad. Suvatlar Sok. 1, Ayazağa . Zeytinburnu-Kabataş T: 0212 516 6300-01. Spain, Karanfil Aralığı Sok. 16, 1. Levent. T: 0532 111 9992 - 93. www.kaanair.com Argentina, Süzer Plaza, Askerocağı Cad. 9, K: 16, • Güngören-Bağcılar • Kadıköy-Moda T: 0212 270 7410. 34367, Elmadağ, Şişli. T: 0212 243 1170. • Taksim-Kabataş Funicular. TOURISM Switzerland, Büyükdere Cad. 173, 1. Levent offıce space rental Azerbaijan, Sümbül Sok. 17/1, Levent. Taxis City Tourim and Culture Directorate Plaza A Blok K:3, Levent. T: 0212 283 1282. Sürmeli Business Floor & Lounge T: 0212 325 8042. The bright yellow taxis are available around the www.istanbulkulturturizm.gov.tr. Main Office, Alay clock, and are best hailed on the street. It is best Offers guests a comfortable working environment United Arab Emirates, Köşkü, Gülhane Parkı içi, Eminönü. China, www.chinaembassy.org.tr. Kireçburnu to avoid taxis waiting outside major tourist venues with breakfast and food service throughout the www.uaeconsulate.com.tr. T: 0212 528 6821. Branch, At Meydanı 31, Mah. Mısırlı Cad. Memduhpaşa Yalısı 6/8, Sarıyer. and hotels. Fares should always run on the meter, day, a 360° panoramic view of İstanbul, wireless Büyükdere Cad. Meşeli Sok. 11, 4. Levent. Sultanahmet. T: 0212 518 1800. T: 0212 299 2634. with the same tariff now for both day and night. internet, computers, and a meeting room free of T: 0212 317 9257. Ensure the meter is running as soon as you get in, charge for one hour. Daily 7am-11pm. Tourism Information Offices Egypt, Konaklar Mah. Akasyalı Sok. 26, 4. Levent. EVTEKS , www.britishembassy.org.tr. and refuse to take a journey where the driver tries www.sürmelihotels.com. Prof. Dr. Bülent Tarcan Sultanahmet, At Meydanı, T: 0212 5181802 - T: 0212 324 2133. Now in its 20th year, this fair brings together Meşrutiyet Cad. 34, Tepebaşı, Beyoğlu. to agree a price in advance. Sok. 3, Gayrettepe. T: 0212 272 1161. 0212 5187454. Taksim, Hilton Hotel entrance, the world’s top names in home textiles and Finland, Yeni Çamlık Cad. Ayaz Sok. 5, 4. Levent. T: 0212 334 6400. These are a safe mode of transport day and night. Elmadağ, Taksim. T: 0212 233 0592. many major designers. www.cnrevteks.com Windowist T: 0212 283 5737. 21-25 May. CNR EXPO Train Windowist raises the bar on the instant office Yeşilköy, Atatürk Airport, Yeşilköy. USA, www.istanbul.usconsulate.gov. T: 0212 4653151 - 0212 4653547. İstinye Mah. Kaplıcalar Mevkii 2, İstinye. SİRKECİ TRAIN STATION concept with full office services 24/7, offering France, www.consulfrance-istanbul.org. İstiklal 2. ANIMATED FILM FESTIVAL T: 0212 335 9000. TCDD station located on the European side. smart, innovative solutions in İstanbul’s financial Cad. 8, Beyoğlu. T: 0212 334 8730. The Canlandıranlar Festival presents over Visitors may buy tickers at the counter here for all and residential centre of Maslak. 100 films, including those from prominent destinations to Europe and elsewhere in Turkey. www.windowist.com. Eski Büyükdere Cad. 26, Maslak. festivals including Annecy, View and O!pla, Trains to anatolian Turkey depart from Haydarpaşa T: 0212 214 7000. plus a selection of films by Frederick Back. station near Kadıköy on the asian side. Special guest is Alessandro Rak, famous for For enquiries, www.tcdd.gov.tr. T: 0212 527 0050. his film, The Art of Happiness. RENT A CAR 23-25 May. www.canlandiranlar.com Seabuses Airport Tours Seabuses operate on 19 lines, and serve 32 points. www.airport-tours.com. Atatürk Airport www.ido.com.tr. T: 0212 444 4436. 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Which of İstanbul's historic venues What about İstanbul's streets and impress you most? neighbourhoods – do you have a My favourite building to see and to show favourite? to others is Hagia Sophia. Every time I take The streets of İstanbul combine some of the my guests there, I rediscover it through their colour and mystery of the east as well as eyes, and I believe people have felt that same western brands and lifestyles. I especially love thrill over the centuries. Art created for sacred to explore the streets in Nişantaşı, Ortaköy and purposes is always moving. Emirgan.

Which of İstanbul’s fish restaurants tops the list for you? Balıkçı Sabahattin in Sultanahmet and Park What do you enjoy doing at weekends? Fora on the Bosphorus are my two favourites. Fatoş Esra On the Bosphorus, I like to go to or Both have outstanding mezes and very fresh Ortaköy House Café for breakfast, then walk fish. Park Fora is where I go to experience Özal along the Bosphorus and take pictures as the Bosphorus, while Balıkçı Sabahattin has a [Professional Tour Guide] the city is waking up; I also love strolling in special historic ambience and fine food. Gülhane Park and going to open-air concerts. Making a career of introducing For Ottoman cuisine, which İstanbul the beauty of İstanbul to local And what about nightclubs? restaurants first come to mind? Reina and Anjelique in Ortaköy are my The stuffed melon at Asitane restaurant in and foreign guests alike, favourites. For me, Reina is synonymous with Edirnekapı is my favourite dish. Next in line Esra Özal shares the most summer nights and the Bosphorus; is Tuğra restaurant; their ‘jugged kebab’ is popular as well as the most I love Anjelique for its relaxed, welcoming unforgettable! overlooked spots in the city. ambience.

What is your highlight for shopping in İstanbul? Nişantaşı is the one place I couldn’t go without. I really love visiting its many shops and boutiques. I don’t have a particular brand attachment, but I do prefer local brands.

Any particular galleries or museums that you enjoy visiting? My favourite galleries are Salt Galata, Salt Beyoğlu and Galeri Mana. As far as museums go, my favourite is without a doubt the Sabancı Museum in Emirgan; they host wonderful exhibitions.

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