Discover food, travel, culture and leisure in Türkiye, with practical ideas for expatriates and international families.
Everyone you meet will likely utter one word when one thinks of beer in Turkey: Efes. Named after the ancient city of Ephesus and brewed in Izmir, the brand owns 84% of the market, which makes it the most popular beer brand in Turkey. Although there are nowhere near as...
Settling into a new country and an entirely different routine can be challenging, making keeping fit and healthy - mentally and physically – more difficult than usual. However, you can do a few things to make this transition more manageable and help you relax while keeping as healthy as possible. Take Your...
When one thinks of snacks in Turkish cuisine, meze, which is the equivalent of Spanish tapas, is what first comes to mind for many. Served appetizers or starters, both hot and cold, mezes are a staple at almost every restaurant. However, many other snacky dishes in Turkey are sold by...
Stumped on where to eat what in Istanbul? Need some inspiration for cool bars and restaurants to discover? Looking for the best neighborhood market? Keep on reading to find out. Istanbul’s Unique Dining Experiences In a city as vast and vibrant as Istanbul, it may feel like there is...
Istanbul — it is the biggest, most exciting, and vibrant city in Turkey and one of the largest metropolises in the world. Whether it is your forever home, or you will just be passing through, sometimes you may want to discover places that are not inundated by hordes of crowds or...
It's an indisputable fact that Turks love to shop; it would not be wrong to say that it is their favorite pastime with their family and friends and their number 1 activity when they have some free time. Although most Turks would prefer to shop in person (as...
When one talks about Turkish cuisine, not many know how vast and varied it is, especially when you start to get into regional delicacies. Turkish cuisine owes its richness to Ottoman, Mediterranean, Balkan, and Middle Eastern influences. This means you will see a lot of fish dishes, plenty of olive...
With seemingly endless golden coasts, calm ultramarine waters, and bone-warming sunshine, Turkey, and especially it's south, has solidified its place on summer holiday itineraries. And when it comes to the most beautiful beaches in the world, luckily Turkey has dozens. If you want to discover unique spots...
Like many capitals globally, Ankara is often stereotyped as a gray, solemn, and lifeless city but ask any local, and they will vehemently refute all those claims. As Turkey’s second-largest city, Ankara is the place many Turks (from across the country) and expats call home. It is also...
