Istanbul Food and Drinks Guide

The world famous Turkish cuisine is so much more than kebap and döner. Having been the host to three different empires, and with Istanbul still being a melting pot of cultures, Turkish food reflects these many influences. Whether you love meat, fish, or just vegetables, you’ll never be short of choices. This Istanbul food and drinks guide will introduce you to the variety of delicious Turkish dishes and beverages.

Food

1. General
   • Istanbul’s Street Food — What’s Hot and What’s Not
   • 10 Reasons to Love the Taste of Two Continents Food Tour
   • Our Top Turkish Dishes, the Best of Turkish Cuisine
   • Top 10 Things to Eat in Istanbul
   • Top 10 Fish Restaurants in Istanbul
   • Top 5 Markets in Istanbul
   • The Egyptian or Spice Bazaar, the Hottest Spot in Town
   • Turkish Flavours Cooking Classes and Much More
2. Breakfast
   • What Does a Typical Turkish Breakfast Look Like?
3. Starters
   • Mezes Found in Istanbul Meyhane Resturants
4. Main Courses
   • Know Your Döner — History Overview and Selected Dishes
   • What Kebap to Eat While Visiting Istanbul
   • Fresh Fish in Istanbul — How to Pick and Order a Nice One
   • Handmade Mantı — So Much More Than Just Turkish Ravioli With Yoghurt
5. Desserts
   • What Is Baklava — and Where to Find the Best Baklava in Istanbul
   • Most Popular Turkish Desserts and Their Ingredients — Part 1
   • Most Popular Turkish Desserts and Their Ingredients — Part 2

Drinks

• What to Drink in Istanbul
• Turkish Tea, an Offer You Can’t Refuse
• Indigenous Wine Grapes of Turkey
• Salep and Boza — History and Recipe of Special Turkish Winter Drinks
• How to Make Perfect Turkish Coffee, and It’s Social Importance
• Kurukahveci Mehmet Efendi, Turkey’s Oldest Turkish Ground Coffee Seller