Zeynep Saraçoglu runs cafe and ceramic workshop Kulak Atolye along the picturesque Vodina Caddesi in beautiful old city neighborhood of Balat! Another reason this is fast beco...
A contemporary evolution of stationary, gifts and Istanbul related souvenirs come to life at Kağıthane (House of Paper). Here we take a glimpse at one of their stores picture perfect designs and trending i...
Ornaments, accessories and a beautiful collection of quirky and unique designs and ceramics fill the walls, clothing racks and box shaped shelves of this bright Cihangir store. Running their own workshop f...
A lady of wonderful rituals, fashion news editor, Seda Yılmaz, is loyal to her love of Çukurcuma’s Faik Pasa Hill, its buildings and architecture, its intricate little shops and winding sloping streets. As...
Hats fit for a queen – and every occasion. Ayda brings the craft of hat-making and repair to life in her small shop in Kurtuluş, full of various colors, materials, and unique design and shape. Taking a sim...
Beautiful objects of porcelain have been items of inheritance, display and of use for special occasions. Galeri Set hosts a vibrant and historical display of some of Turkey’s most important craft pieces, s...
Traditional and modern techniques combine with a range of common and also unfamiliar materials, what you have on display is a minimalist and unique range of contemporary jewelry. An Istanbul delight, both ...
Natural and treated olive and chestnut tree timber are reimagined at Amorf Wood, a signatory craftsmanship created and constructed on site to become a vast collection of tools, utensils, furniture, station...
Teşvikiye is popping up with colorful range of shops, but there is nothing as unique as Düğme. Düğme – translating to button – is a handcrafted and custom-made ragdoll workshop. The owner has taken a hobby...
Two brothers join admirable forces to create possibly the most intricate and detailed cowboy boots in the city. Fine architecture of leather and stitching string together to form any design in mind for any...
Masters of handcrafts in Anatolia is the inspiration behind the design and craft of the beautiful products at Hiref. Contemporary construct and oriental culture are the backdrop of this unique internationa...
Gleaming antiques in brass, silver, and gold, boxes, jewels, chalices, and cutlery; we are inside Ümit Berksoy’s shop of inspiration. Located within the Grand Bazaar, we take a trip back through time in th...
Jewels fit for a Queen - or in this story - fit for a Sultan… Gungor Usta is more than meticulous and has a precision eye for beautiful details and utmost perfection. His designs are well thought, well pla...
Through the small blends of smells, wonderful herbs and the freshest of vegetables, Zencefil (or ginger) came to life as a beautiful vegetarian café hidden amongst the chaos of Beyoglu. A step across their...
This charming little cafe and gift shop offers the most delicate Turkish coffee to grab in hand and stroll around looking through traditional Turkish scarves and kerchiefs, olive o...
Kurukahveci Mehmet Efendi
branding turkish coffee since 1871 in spice bazaar
Galeri Set
hand made turkish coffee cups in spice bazaar
Amorf Odun
solid furniture, olive products for kitchen use in changer
Sofistic Kovboy Çizme
handmade cowboy boots in beyoglu
Fish Market
istanbul's fish market is in yenikapi
Gramofon Baba
travelling through time with gramophone in grand bazaar
Karoly Aliotti
visiting artist studios in istanbul
Horhor Bit Pazarı
istanbul's finest antiques and second hand furniture
Cemil İrez
hair design in hakan köse
Mozk
vintage clothing and antique furniture in cihangir
Süreyya Opera
istanbul's opera house in kadikoy
Sofistic Kovboy Çizme
handmade cowboy boots in beyoglu
Ops
relaxed dining and lunch time in karaköy
La Paz
mexican and latin american food in beyoglu
Kurukahveci Mehmet Efendi
branding turkish coffee since 1871 in spice bazaar
Kasabım
local steakhouse in cihangir
Heirloom
the art of coffee brewery in changer
Passage Hazzopulo
passage for tea and backgammon lovers
Gramofon Baba
travelling through time with gramophone in grand bazaar
Datlı Maya
woodfire pita and home made daily food in cihangir
