Itinerary
1
Meeting at the Spice Bazaar (Mısır Çarşısı)
we start exploring spice, dried fruit and sweet stalls. Explanation of historic trade routes.
2
Street tastings in Eminönü
we try simit (sesame bread ring), spinach börek and the famous balık ekmek by Galata Bridge, while fishermen cast their lines.
3
Ferry to the Asian side
we cross the Bosphorus (15 min) with spectacular city views. We explain the daily life of Istanbulites who use this ferry daily.
4
Kadıköy Market
we walk through fruit, vegetable, cheese and pickle stalls at Istanbul's most authentic market. Tastings of tulum cheese, olives and ayran.
5
Turkish coffee and sweets
we visit a baklava workshop where you see artisan preparation, and finish with traditional Turkish coffee brewed in hot sand.
6
Wrap-up with recommendations
we give you a personalized list of restaurants, cafés and ice cream shops for the rest of your trip.