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MUZEDECHANGA

Allow yourself to choose from a variety of excellent Turkish cuisine in an atmosphere of art in one of the best locations of the city with the most beautiful views of the Bosphorus. You can also visit the beautiful Sabanci Museum at the same time. Sakip Sabanci Cad. No 2 Emirgan Tel: (212) 323 09 01

MANGERIE

In Bebek, boasting a wonderful Bosphorus view, Mangerie has a very comfortable atmosphere. The food is prepared with passion and is very tasty and the deserts are exceptional. You can also enjoy the terrace now that the weather is warmer.
Cevdetpasa Cad. No 69, Bebek Tel: (212) 263 51 99

NUTERAS

Nuteras is one of the most charismatic venues of Istanbul. Located in the 200 year old famous Petits-Champs Pera passage it has incredible views of the Golden Horn. The menu is varied and excllent. Enjoy the famous mojitos, frozen margaritas and passion on the terrace at sunset.
Mesrutiyet Cad. No. 149 Tepebasi Tel: (212) 245 60 70


'I was very happy with the services provided by YKC/Bosphorus Relocation but what I appreciated most was their professional approach. I really loved sharing my first time in Turkey with them!'

Natalia
A Relocation Client

MOSER

MOSER NİŞANTAŞI- ABDİ iPEKCİ CAD 42/3 NİŞANTAŞI
TEL 2911745-46
MOSER KANYON- KANYON ALIŞVERİŞ MERKEZİ-LEVENT

Please check this shop for these lovely products!
MOSER, ORREFORS, KOSTABODA GLASSWARE
GEORGJENSEN DESIGN ITEMS AND JEWELLERY,
MEISSEN PORCELAINWARE


WHERE TO SEARCH FOR WHAT

Several shops and fashion boutiques: Galleria Atakoy, Akmerkez, Capitol, Pabetland, YKM, Çarşı, Carrefour. Modern shopping items and well-known brands from fashion centers of the world.

Fix and Pick: Ulus Pazarı on every Thursday. The largest and the most popular open bazaar in İstanbul consisting of first hand products. You can find almost anything like food stuff, kitchen equipments, chic clothes, shoes, linen, underwear etc. Due to the popularity, it was moved to Arnavutköy slope to relieve traffic in Ulus and there are buses navigating inbetween. In most stalls credit cards are valid.

Authentic bazaars, carpet and kilim workshops: The most well-known shopping center is Kapalıçarşı, The Grand Covered Bazaar. In the same district you may also find rare pieces of Ottoman engravings, silverware, needlework, illuminations, ceramics & tiles, paintings and contemporary art.

Spice: The Spice Bazaar is also in the neighborhood of the Grand Bazaar. Items to be found includes dried fruits, caviar, tea and herbs.

Glass: Paşabahçe

Hand-painted ceramics and porcelain: Kütahya Seramik, Paşabahçe and the İznik Foundation Center in Kuruçeşme. This traditional and beautiful art originates from İznik and Kütahya regions and represents many samples over hundreds of years to international collections.

KEEP IN MIND

Shopping in Turkey is very easy since you can use all major credit cards, if you do not wish to pay cash. Remember: You can always ask for and get a rebate for cash!!!

Many shopkeepers and other staff in retail shops speak English and they are attentive and willing to show and introduce their goods.

Attention to pickpockets! They have increased in numbers in the last few years, even around Nişantaşı and Etiler district.

Be ready to bargain in bazaars. Except for major brands and stores, you can also bargain in terms of payment for many large scale purchases of products and services. Shopping cards such as Advantage Card of HSBC, Bonus Card of Garanti, Axess Card of Akbank and World Card of Yapı Kredi also offer payment opportunities.

Prepare this wonderful Turkish Specialty and enjoy it with your family and friends!
This week: Tel Kadayif with walnuts

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