The Egyptian Bazaar is a historical marketplace in the center of Turkish Istanbul. It is renowned for the sale of spices and sweets. It is the second most famous marketplace in the city and a very popular tourist destination. This significant monument from the 17th century is located in the Eminönü district in close proximity to the Galata Bridge.
Kumpir is a popular Turkish street food in the form of a stuffed baked potato. The base is a large potato baked until crispy, whose insides are mixed with butter and salt after being slit open. This creates a fluffy mashed potato. The potato is then filled with a wide variety of ingredients. Kumpir has its counterparts in other cuisines, such as the British jacket potatoes.
Hayri Usta Ocakbaşı is a small authentic restaurant in Istanbul's Taksim district. It focuses on honest traditional Turkish dishes. The semi-open kitchen is dominated by a large charcoal grill. It is precisely on this that the chefs prepare their specialties. The service is fast and very pleasant.
Çiya Sofrası is a renowned Istanbul restaurant focused on rescuing forgotten recipes from all over Anatolia. Behind the gastronomic project stands chef Musa Dağdeviren, known from the Chef’s Table series. He collects culinary treasures directly in remote Turkish villages and brings them back to the plate.
Balık ekmek is a popular Turkish street food dish. It consists of grilled fish placed inside half a loaf of bread. This specialty belongs inseparably to Istanbul and the shores of the Bosphorus. The main ingredient is fatty mackerel and soft bread. The taste is complemented by fresh onion, lettuce, and lemon juice. Preparation takes place on grates right on the street before the eyes of customers.
Istanbul Airport (IST) is Turkey’s main international airport, with a capacity of 200 million passengers per year. For a more comfortable layover, passengers can visit the iGA Lounge, which is open 24/7. The lounge offers amenities such as a buffet, bar, and showers. The buffet includes Turkish appetizers, salads, filled rolls, and sweets, while the bar serves beer, wine, and cocktails. Non-alcoholic beverages, coffee, and Turkish tea are freely available. The lounge boasts a view of the bustling terminal, a modern interior, and plenty of seating.
