#best restaurants in istanbul

[letoilerestaurant]

Crab Salad

Restoranımızda sizlere sunduğumuz özel bir lezzet olan el yapımı noodle makarnalarıyla hazırlanan crab salad, deniz ürünlerinin zenginliği ve taze malzemelerin uyumuyla bir araya gelen bir başyapıttır. Bu enfes salatada, yengeç etinin lezzetiyle havyarın zengin aroması mükemmel bir uyum sağlar. Yengeç soya ve susam yağı, salatanın karakteristik Asya lezzetini ön plana çıkarırken, beyaz prinç sirkesi ise hafif asidik bir dokunuş ekler.

Salatamızın tazeliğini ve canlılığını tamamlamak için, her bir malzemeyi özenle seçiyoruz. Yengeç eti taze ve lezzetli, havyar taneleri dolgun ve zengin bir tat sunar. El yapımı noodle makarnalarımız, salataya özgün bir dokunuş katarak lezzet katmanlarını zenginleştirir. Taze soğan ise salataya hafif bir baharatlılık ve ferahlık katar.

Crab salad'imizin eşsiz lezzeti ve görsel cazibesiyle birlikte, sunumda da özenli bir şekilde hazırlanır. Renkli ve canlı bir tabakla servis edilen salata, gözleri ve iştahları mest eder. İnce detaylara verdiğimiz önem, yemeğinizi görsel bir şölene dönüştürür.

Yumurta, salatamızı besleyici ve doyurucu bir hale getiren bir diğer öğedir. Yumurtalarla zenginleştirilen crab salad, protein ve besin değerleri açısından da zengin bir seçenektir. İçinde bulunan malzemelerin her biri, kaliteli ve taze olmaları için özenle seçilir ve ustalarımız tarafından özenle hazırlanır.

Bu lezzetli crab salad'i denemek, deniz ürünlerinin en taze hallerini ve benzersiz aromalarını keşfetmek için harika bir fırsattır. Restoranımızda keyifle sunulan bu özel lezzet, deniz tutkunları ve farklı tatları keşfetmek isteyenler için vazgeçilmez bir seçenektir. Sizi restoranımıza bekler, tüm misafirlerimize bu muhteşem crab salad deneyimini yaşatmayı dileriz.

Karaköy de unutulmaz anlar biriktirin.

[oohbuggypie]

hai Punch Out!! buddies 🩷 ive had this little series idea in my head for over a month now; i would like to call it "HOME" !! and though it would take a lot of time, patience, thinking etc., id rlly love to try my best and execute it ! but i genuinely need help to make it happen !! so first things first:

second:: i have a series of questions !! if u can, pls answer in RBs or replies section 🩷

1. what would King Hippo's island look like more in depth ? since Hippo Island is fictional, i think some unrealistic / fun elements could be added: would the sand be a unique color? would the water have unique properties? would there be specific kinds of plants that grow there? anybody that has any deeper and/or fun headcanons about what his island would look like, go wild !! realism does not matter for this one !

2. what kind of car would Macho Man drive ?? i personally have an affinity for old cars so im probably gonna lean more towards those, but more basic questions would be better: what color do you think he'd have the exterior painted? any fun ideas for his special license plate ? any headcanons for special details on the tires, steering wheel, interior, etc.? what color would the interior be?

3. if anybody has some personal experiences or insight into comfort places / restaurants in Berlin, Moscow, Paris, Istanbul, Dublin, Philly, Tokyo, etc., id love to hear abt it so i can get a more immersive gauge into what im working with ! just hearing abt the atmosphere, dishes served, special features, attitudes of people there (if it isn't an isolated spot), etc. would be more than enough help 🩷 this is one of the most important questions i have for this entire idea, so if u would like to ignore any of the questions, don't let it b this one !!

4. what are some general headcanons you have about ANY OF the character's personalities outside the ring ? this is not exclusive to the characters listed in the poll!! do you have any headcanons about their lives back at home ? what do u think they enjoy doing besides boxing ? outside of those questions, literally ANY headcanons regardless of whether u think they're relevant or not is super fun and helpful !!

if i have more questions ill either edit this post or make separate ones ! i don't usually ask specifically for more reach but i would def appreciate reblogs so that the poll can get some votes and i can start compiling ideas from u guys 🩷 this will def take some time and research if i can make it happen but i wanna do this so bad !! thank u 2 anybody who helps w this genuinely < 3

[amazingarchitecturewebsite]

Bomonti's Doll Bar & Restaurant, #Istanbul, Türkiye by Samir Eisazadeh Architect @architect.samiir. Read more: Link in bio! Samir Eisazadeh Architect: This project is located in Istanbul, Turkey. The name of this project is derived from the dolls that were used in the interior design of the project at the request of the employer… #turkey #türkiye #архитектура www.amazingarchitecture.com ✔ A collection of the best contemporary architecture to inspire you. #design #architecture #amazingarchitecture #architect #arquitectura #luxury #realestate #life #cute #architettura #interiordesign #photooftheday #love #travel #construction #furniture #instagood #fashion #beautiful #archilovers #home #house ‎#amazing #picoftheday #architecturephotography ‎#معماری (at Istanbul, Turkey) https://www.instagram.com/p/ConNg85OVXr/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[piracytheorist]

Are you a starter or desert type of person?

You mean if I prefer starters to deserts? For me, the thing about eating deserts right after the main course is that... since my stomach is full and my palate full of salty tastes, most of the time deserts don't hit as right. I prefer to have a bit more space to eat, and be able to enjoy the desert as it is. That is, if I'm served something I like, I will eat it, but with not as much excitement as if I ate it an hour or so afterwards.

Now, when it comes to starters... the thing is that Greek starters are good. The first thing that comes to mind, probably the most common starter dish in mainland Greece: French fries with tzatziki (yogurt - plain yogurt, not yogurt "sauce" - with garlic and trimmed cucumber) which is just... *chef's kiss*. Whoever thought first of that combination is a genius.

You can dip a lot of stuff in tzatziki - as you see in the pic, someone has dipped a piece of pitta bread, which is the second most common thing to dip in it, but french fries are inarguably the best choice.

Then there's stuff like zucchini "balls". Like meatballs, but made of zucchini instead of meat.

They can also be made of tomato,

mushed chickpeas (like falafel, I guess)

and then we can get a bunch of vegetables and salads in general. Aubergines, peppers (the long ones, we call them Florinis here), fried tomatoes, pretty much anything goes.

... Maybe my view of "starter" meals is very different due to our cuisine. When you go to a Greek traditional restaurant/taverna, you don't get a starter meal per person eating. You get a bunch of them, and we put them in the middle of the table and share, and it's only the main course that's separate for each. Probably the once and only time I've had an actual "starter" was when I went to a non-traditional restaurant in Istanbul and had tomato soup for starter. That one was great, lol.

So yeah, even though I love desserts, when in such a setting I prefer the starters. They're easier to digest before the main course, they come in a bigger variation (compared to what dessert options most Greek restaurants offer), and it's fun to be sharing them with the people around the table.

[that-cheer-up-anon]

Today was so much fun!

Today I did an escape room w my little sister, partner, and my partner's little sister, fed some ducks and turtles, and had dinner w my oldest big sister.

We've all (not including my big sister) been friends since high school and have wanted to do an escape room for a long time, and we finally did it! It was Area 51 themed w a heavy focus on aliens. Apparently we got the fifth fastest overall time and probably made it into the scoreboard, but we'll have to check next month to make sure.

We met up for some sushi and sashimi platter (my first time having straight sashimi like that) before doing the escape room, so we weren't hungry and didn't really know what else to do. We went window shopping and trying on sunglasses.

My lil sis suggested we buy some frozen peas and follow her to a lake to feed some ducks and turtles (and one particularly sassy goose).

The lake was quiet and nobody was around. There were so many turtles and ducks and one big goose. Feeding them was probably the highlight of a really good day.

Went home w my little sister. She helped me start a course to help me get my learners driver's license. I'm one third of the way through it! She went home after helping me and watching me finish that part of the course.

Picked up my big sister from the train station and went to an Istanbul restaurant. Got there at a great time bc it was basically empty but started getting busy after we sat down. Had kofte and a chicken gozleme. It was so good! Never had kofte before and it was so juicy, and the baba ganoush and jajik dips were amazing (first time having jajik). Afterwards we had some Turkish delight (like the legit stuff) and pistachio baklava. My first time having baklava and my world is changed. Also that was the best Turkish delight I've ever had and I understand why Edmund would betray his siblings over it.

I got my first birthday gifts today! My partner's lil sis gave a decorative wooden chopping board in the shape of a mushroom, and my big sister gave me a bunch of really good tubing mascaras.

So many firsts today and a new favourite dessert! I really needed this break and am so happy I took this week off even though my tailbone hurts the whole time.

[sunriseverse]

Top 5 cities?

this is very hard for me because i have moved a lot but i haven’t actually been that many places…….ah well, here’s a list to the best of my ability!

1. shanghai. i am wildly biased on account of having been born and raised there, but it’s my home and where my heart lies. i miss everything about it, and i plan to move back as soon as possible.

2. seoul. i’ve only ever been in the airport, during each international flight i took growing up, but the atmosphere, and the shop where you could make a craft to take with you, was wonderful.

3. kuala lumpur. again, i was only ever in the airport, and it was around three am, but it was the first time i ever had the chance to eat at burger king, since it was halal. the burger king was disgusting and i wish i had gone with a local option instead, but the indoor rainforest was beautiful and i bought some mango gum (also halal) while i was there.

4. istanbul. it would rank higher except i fucking hate erdogan so it’s tainted by association. there’s a fabulous restaurant that makes three foot long pide, though, and they’re fantastic.

5. new york city. it’s fine. i guess. in my opinion it doesn’t count as a city because it’s neither large nor particularly old. the tallest skyscrapers are like children’s toys and people talk nonstop about the statue of liberty, but in my opinion the best part is actually the manhattan public library and the numerous pizza shops. when i lived nearby i would occasionally go to a jewish-owned pizza shop that had some of the best pizza i have ever had, and due to keeping to kosher everything was vegetarian which was great for me, since it meant i could actually eat it. they did a broccoli pizza that i still dream of to this day.

[berksozeri]

❝ streetlights peeking through heavy fog, pre-dawn hours at the lake, worn leather, the crunch of leaves underneath scuffed boots, broken glass, frozen clocks, dog treat crumbs in every pocket, the mournful wail of winter wind scraping through bare branched trees, calloused hands raked through disheveled hair, night after night without sleep, jazz records lowly playing in the background, whiskey neat, “it’s really not you, it’s me.���

BIOGRAPHY | CONNECTIONS | PINTEREST

NAME: Berk Sözeri

PREFERRED NAME/NICKNAME(S): Dependent on the person

AGE: Thirty-six

BIRTHDAY: October 29th, 1987

ZODIAC: Scorpio

RESIDENTIAL AREA: Downtown

OCCUPATION: Full time employee at Take it Outdoors, formerly with the BRPD.

LENGTH OF TIME IN TOWN: 5 years

basics.

BIRTHPLACE: Lake Charles, Louisiana

HOMETOWN: Lake Charles, Louisiana

GENDER IDENTIFICATION: Cis man (he/him)

SEXUAL ORIENTATION: Heterosexual, heteroromantic

RELATIONSHIP STATUS: Single

POSITIVE TRAITS: tbd

NEGATIVE TRAITS: tbd

family.

MOTHER: Gamze Sözeri

FATHER: Umut Sözeri

SIBLINGS: Fraternal twin sister, Deniz (deceased)

OTHER: a flat coated retriever named Kevin

tldr (but still long af as per usual).

TW: infertility, robbery, gun violence, death/homicide

Originally from Istanbul, Berk’s parents immigrated to the United States in their early twenties and settled in the Lake Charles area of Louisiana. After enduring years of infertility and and facing the likelihood of never getting pregnant on their own, they managed to conceive Berk and his twin sister, Deniz, via IVF. 

Already on a tight budget, the procedure (and the two unsuccessful attempts that came before it) took every last penny of their savings and a second mortgage on their home, but Gamze and Umut never once regretted the sacrifices made to have their little family. They let their kids know how wanted and loved they were every single day.

It’s safe to say they were (and still are) two of his biggest role models. Berk contributes every decent part of himself to their influence. Well, that, and the responsibility learned through the role he took upon himself as his “little��� sister’s protector. 

Berk and Deniz were the best of friends all through childhood, adolescence, and beyond. Coming from a low income family who celebrated different beliefs wasn’t always easy, but no matter what life threw at them they had each other. 

So it came as no surprise that he decided to follow his sister to Baton Rouge after high school when she enrolled at LSU. Unlike Deniz, he had no ambitions of going the college route, so while she balanced class schedules and waitressing shifts he spent six months in the police academy.

It was during her junior year, when he was well into his job as a rookie cop, that changed everything. Having gotten caught up in a meeting with the Chief, Berk was late picking his sister up from her shift at the restaurant. And when Deniz decided to walk a few blocks to the closest halal grocer to grab stuff for dinner and kill time, she had no idea of the nightmare waiting for her just beyond its doors.

Berk was on the phone with his sister when the shots rang out. When he realized she’d just stumbled upon a robbery in progress and got caught in the culprit’s crosshairs. Despite all his efforts at the scene, and those of the first responders, Deniz passed shortly after arriving at the hospital.

From that point forward he was a man possessed. His sole mission? Catching the guy responsible for it all. They had a name via prints left behind at the register, and they had CCTV footage of a face, but Amos Leferve somehow managed to evade every effort to get him behind bars. 

Everybody knew Berk wasn’t handling his sister’s death well, or the fact that her killer seemingly vanished into thin air, but he refuted most attempts of help in favor of taking it upon himself to do what the department apparently couldn’t. 

After years of following lead after dead end lead across the country in pursuit of Amos, it was eventually the abuse of official resources that left Berk without a job.

Cast adrift, he packed his bags and made one last attempt at hunting down their suspect. He set out for Colorado, following the last APB to come across his desk of a man matching Amos’ description.

Ultimately his search came up empty (again), and that was the point Berk resolved himself (very bitterly) to the fact that he’d likely never get his hands on the man responsible for taking his sister. Rather than return home he settled in Providence Peak, desperate to escape the ghosts of Louisiana.

It’s been five years since he moved to town, and rather than the odd jobs he initially started with he finally has a full time job working at Take it Outdoors, but otherwise little has changed. Berk still lives in the somewhat derelict loft he first ever rented Downtown, and he;s still haunted every day by Deniz’s absence, his guilt, and the fact that Amos got away.

headcanons.

Berk has had a long string of relationships leading nowhere, many of which he feels wholly indifferent about, but his most recent failed attempt at least left him the sole owner of a gorgeous flat coated retriever, Kevin.

Growing up Berk was fairly devout, as he was raised to be, but ever since Deniz passed away he’s fallen somewhat out of touch with his faith. He still eats a mostly halal diet, but doesn’t shy from alcohol in the least, and it’s a hit or a miss whether or not he observes the holidays unless he’s on a visit home to see his parents. 

These days he likes animals more than most people, but the few close friends he has made since moving to town mean more to him than he likely lets on. 

Is a secret Bachelor stan, even if he thinks the entire franchise has become total garbage and has a personal “no thanks” stance on finding a long term partner himself. 

Can knit. Will confirm. 

One of his favorite pastimes has become taking one of the kayaks out into the lake. There’s a peace to be found in that particular solitude that he rarely experiences elsewhere. Kevin may or may not be a willing participant in these endeavors. 

Could be called an adrenaline junkie? Yes. 

Due to what happened all those years ago (being late to pick her up, too late to save her) he’s developed a quirky obsession with time. He’s constantly checking the clocks around him to confirm they’re set to the correct time and gets antsy when they’re so much as even a minute off. Will 1000% point it out until you do something about it if said clock belongs to you. 

Has also developed a hobby of collecting old timepieces. When his anxiety is bad, his mood is foul, or he needs to mentally work something out he’ll get lost for a few hours taking them apart and putting them back together. 

Despite every insistence that he’s let go of his vendetta, Berk has a secret murder board in his loft composed of everything he’s ever learned about Amos because maybe he ain’t quite as over his Vigilante Shit as he claims. 

Will strip for homemade cookies. I mean. Not really, but I figured if you made it this far you deserved the pure TREAT that is that mental image 😘

[katieslittlethoughts]

istanbul!

last week I had the absolute privilege of going to Istanbul on a study trip ! I've been taking a history class about the middle east and it's been the first class in college where I feel like I'm learning things I have never been taught about. the lack of knowledge we're taught about the middle east is embarrassing.

there was so much history everywhere in Istanbul -- I'm seriously so glad I went with my school so that I could take advantage of having guided tours and having someone else show me things I should do around Istanbul. Since I went during Ramadan it was very interesting to go into different restaurants that didn't serve food until sundown.

while in Istanbul I got a Hamam and wow...seriously one of the best experiences of my life. I'll admit, I might be singing a different tune about my trip if it wasn't for the Hamam. traveling with 30 people is no joke, lots of different personalities, waiting around, and my friends and I got lost in the Grand Bazaar.

the cats around Istanbul was also so special. I love how everyone takes care of these cats and that they go into the stores and sleep. speaking of stores, the stores in Istanbul was also a definite highlight. I got some silk scarves, so many rings, a bracelet, and other knic-knacks.

overall I had a fantastic time in Istanbul and enjoyed that the city sat right between two different continents: Asia and Europe! I have some Turkish Lira left so Istanbul has definitely not seen the last of me...

[lowryinbohemia]

Day 2: Istanbul

Another full day of adventures in this incredible city. We started our day at the Topkapi Palace, right in the shadow of the Haga Sophia. I knew nothing of this beautiful place before coming to Turkey, so everything I saw was a new and complete surprise. I of course took lots and lots of pictures of the various state rooms, halls, spaces for worship, as well as the beautiful garden areas. But the major highlight for me when getting to see the kaftans worn by the sultan, and learned about the delicate and beautiful process of the intricate tunics that were hand painted with prayers and numbers in Arabic, as a way of wearing your prayers and calls for protection every day.

Our next point of adventure was the basilica cistern, which is most definitely the most ethereal thing I have seen underground yet in my life. Though it used to hold water that could take care of the whole city, the water level has now dropped significantly to the point where you can enjoy the columns of the cistern, as well as various commissioned statues placed around the area. But the coolest part was definitely the Medusa heads; as a lover of Greek mythology, it was fascinating to see this misunderstood woman in various statue forms. I also loved that they kept the lights low and changing colors, because it just made the water and the pillars shine in such a beautiful way.

A lot of walking required a short rest and a moment to refresh, so we popped into a small cafe to have a coffee and a pastry. Though the cups are small, anyone who has ever had Turkish coffee knows it is stronger than espresso so it wakes you up very quickly. Coffee and an apple & walnut tart later.

After our cafe rest, we headed to see the mosque specifically built by Sultan Suleiman (Suleiman I, commonly known as Suleiman the Magnificent), as well as the beautiful resting places of both Suleiman but also Hürrem Sultan. I had a bit of nerdish-out moment because in the last year I discovered the Turkish show “Magnificent Century”, which is a dramatization of the relationship between Suleiman & Hürrem. Beautiful views of the Bosporus as well as some of remnants of palaces & protective walls of long ago.

Then we came to one of the other things I have been waiting for a while to see; The Grand Bazaar & The Spice Market. We visited the Bazaar first and I found myself overwhelmed with the colors and sounds and busy bustle of a maze of shops. We of course had to stop to purchase a pashmina, and I found a hand woven pashmina and a cashmere scarf that I look forward to getting to show off when I get home. Mom and Pat both got a beautiful pashmina themselves, each of us purchasing one which best suits our personalities. In the Spice Market, we found a hole in the wall tea shop where I got to try some DELICIOUS pomegranate tea, as well as some fresh Turkish Delight. As those of you who know me well as well aware, I am a massive tea nerd so I of course had to get some fresh teas. Luckily they were able to vacuum pack my tea so it will be able to safely get back to Louisville and stay fresh. Mom found some delicious teas for herself so she and I are going to have so much fun when we get home & can enjoy our teas in our own teapots.

The day came to a close with a lovely ferry ride around the Bosporus, which gave us the chance to see the city via the water, plus a chance to sit and just enjoy the view. Sergun, our awesome tour guide, was able to point out various locations of interest as well as the history of some of the oldest buildings on the coast. We pulled back into the harbor just as the sun was setting, and Sergun showed us the way to a very delicious kebab restaurant. I will say this, I haven’t had a bad meal/food since I’ve been here.

Tomorrow is our last full day in Istanbul as we head to the airport Sunday to head to Prague, so I know Sergun will make sure its a good day. No idea what he is planning for us but we have gotten to see so many beautiful and interesting places in only a day and half, so I know it will be a grand day.

Which I will tell you all about tomorrow!

Lowrs 💜

[istanbulpropertygorkem]

Where is the Most Luxurious Area in Istanbul?

Bebek: This upscale neighborhood is located on the European side of Istanbul, overlooking the Bosphorus. It is known for its scenic beauty, high-end shops, and luxurious residences. Bebek is also known for its high-end shops and boutiques, which offer a wide range of luxury goods, including designer clothing, jewelry, and accessories. The neighborhood's restaurants and cafes are also popular among Istanbul's elite, with many offering stunning views of the Bosphorus. Overall, Bebek is a beautiful and exclusive neighborhood that offers a luxurious lifestyle for those who can afford it. It is a popular destination for anyone seeking to experience the best of Istanbul's history, culture, and modern-day amenities. Originally published at Luxury Property for Sale in Istanbul

[kyndaris]

The Treasure of King Priam

The tale of Troy is well-known among many. For some, the tale of the Trojan Horse was simply the start of Odysseus’s journey back home. For others, it was the tragic end of Achilles after his friend, Patroclus was killed by Hector, which led him to seek revenge before losing his life to Paris (which helped spawn the best selling novel of The Song of Achilles. At least, I think that’s what it’s about. I have yet to read Madeleine Miller’s book). 

According to the Romans, of course, the war with Troy also led to the founding of their city. As to whether there is any truth to that, who’s to say. But a displaced group of people finding a home across continents does sound plausible.

But the tale of Troy is not simply a fight between two warring human factions. It was also a battle between the Greek Gods. In fact, the entire story of woe began with Eris, Goddess of Strife and Discord, and her being slighted by the other Gods. In turn, she created the Golden Apple on which was was inscribed: For the Fairest.’ This, in turned, sparked competition between the three main Goddesses: Hera, Athena and Aphrodite.

Not wanting to suffer the anger that would come as a result of choosing who the apple would go to, Zeus nominated Paris, prince of Troy, to choose in his stead. And, as the story goes, he chose Aphrodite. And thus, he was rewarded the love of the most beautiful woman in the world: Helen of Sparta. 

The problem, of course, was that she was already married to King Menelaus.

And so, from one simple choice, war sprung forth for ten long years. After all, Helen’s face was the one that led the launch of a thousand ships to bring her back home. The war the raged was one where heroes rose and fell on the battlefield until, at least, Odysseus came up with the most clever of ploys: hiding Greek troops in a wooden horse that would be presented to the Trojans as a symbol of the Greeks’ surrender. Feigning retreat, they would return in the dead of the night to an open gate and storm the city.

Ever since playing Age of Mythology and becoming obsessed with such stories, the tale of Troy was one of the very first to capture my imagination at a very young age. But I was the first such individual. In the 1800s, an archaeologist by the name of Heinrich Schliemann was also intent on uncovering the lost city.  Though a dedicated scholar, he was also something of a treasure seeker and smuggled away many precious valuables out of Turkey for his personal gain. In his excavations, he also damaged quite a bit of the city and also incorrectly pronounced that Troia II as the one from the Iliad, though later scholars would grant the honour to Troia VI based on the defensive structures an imposing citadel.

While not as impressive as the remains at Ephesus, I still enjoyed my time exploring the ruins of Troy, or Troia as it was written, despite the cutting wind. There was even a statue of a wooden horse (not the original) created by the Turkish artisan: Izzet Senemoglu.

Another interesting fact about Troy/Trioa/ Hisarlik is that it isn’t very far from the Dardanelles Strait. Now, a student of modern history, and in particular, the world Wars, will know that this is where the famous battle of Gallipoli was held. And it was here that the allied forces launched the attack against the Turks in order to take the waterway linking the Black Sea to the Mediterranean.

After we finished looking around Troy, we drove to a restaurant in Gelibolu (Gallipoli) for lunch before taking the scenic route along the Sea of Marmara back to Istanbul for our second last day in Turkey.

Tomorrow promises to be an interesting day where we will visit a mosque and maybe do some shopping before heading to the airport for the long flight back to Sydney.

My time overseas has felt both long and short in equal measure but all such things must come to an end. I, certainly, am eager to go back home and bask in the familiar, even if the idea of returning to work and the stresses it promises doesn’t seem very appealing. 

Still, I’ll be starting in a new position (which at time of writing this post, has been about a week and it’s going okay!). And there’s also the Toymaker story that I’ve been writing which needs to get finished before I can editing! Then onto the next the next story project that I’ve been meaning to write for a while now!

Oh, and games. Can’t forget those video games. During my time overseas, I was playing through quite a bit of Theatrhythm: Final Bar Line and there’s an impressions blog just waiting to be written up and uploaded!

[donotfindme]

Traveling days were so packed that I didn’t really have time to sit down and unpack my emotions and thoughts. Heck, I haven’t even unpacked my clothes.

The trip to Istanbul was unexpected to me - the funding got approved three weeks before the conference, so everything was decided in a rush. It was the first time in a long time that I traveled solo in a truly free spirit. Days were roughly planned and in fact none of the days happened as my rough plans. For solid 10 days, I concentrated on myself and the new city completely and was not bothered by anything outside. I hit the major tourist attractions, tried out local restaurants and took fun arts classes while I was in the city. I indeed did my best and explored everything I could have done. I honestly do not have anything to complain and it was a magical trip.

Sometimes I lay down at night and thought to myself how lucky I am to have such an opportunity to travel the world and experience a new city, a new culture and meet new people on a completely different continent. Feeling blessed, I also recognized and wanted to thank myself for working hard and earning myself an opportunity like this. I can’t help it but feel happy that I have made the decisions I did in the past - good or bad - because they all led me to today.

I thought a lot about Ben and how the future will turn out for us. I wouldn’t be here today without Ben. I wouldn’t even have gone on the trip without him encouraging me. Going on the trip helps me realize I want him in my life not only because he’s been a constant, but also because I truly want to share my happiest moments with him. I can’t wait to tell him so! But this trip also reminds me I’m going to be completely fine without him. I hated it when he didn’t respond to my texts, but being distant to him physically pushed me to focus on other events around me than on him. Either way, it’s going to be fine. We will enjoy this moment with each other I guess.

[obiwan]

oh you've been to istanbul? it's on my places to visit, we might actually go this spring. how was it when you were there?

hahah i'm from istanbul, born & raised (until I was 23). you should visit, it's great for a visit, and spring is a lovely time for it. great nightlife, great history and greeeeat restaurants. you can do a bit of anything, depending on what you want to do. stay on the european side. visit the good restaurants in arnavutkoy, nisantasi and karakoy. if you have time to visit the asian side go to kadikoy/moda. beware that everywhere you go will be crowded as fuck no matter what time or day. go to townhouse in suadiye if you can :) (best cocktails and best service if i say so myself)

[71kedi-yip]

1) fork?

2) why did you cut the meat give him the whole piece

3) Why are you eating that with a fork and knife, the cat was trying to inform you of your wrong doings

4) The colar probably means that he is fed/owned/protected by a restaurant/work place around rather then one person. So, he is not exactly a street cat but also not really owned.

5) To people saying they saw more dogs in turkey, different areas in turkey have different concantrations of cats/dogs. Usually the more touristic areas have less dogs and more cats. They tend to have cats owned/protected/fed by places and less fully street cats. Mosques also tend to have a few cats. Where there is less people or open areas like squeares or parks you will see more dogs. The areas where Turks live tend to have stret dogs/cats more. The best place to go if you want cats is Kadıköy. You will se many happy street cats and many happy cats like the cat in the video(I actually looked up the cafe, it is in Kadıköy), pretty much all the cat laying on top off books/chairs/cars not even lifting its head when you come near her photos/videos you see are taken there. While there are many places to visit in Kadıköy, Kadıköy is less touristy and more for people who live in İstanbul. "How livable a place is can be understood from its cats", if cats come to you with a simple pıspıspıs, you are in a good neighbourhood, if you can't see the cats let alone call one, you are in a bad neighbourhood, the people living there will agree, Ümraniye is bad. Pretty much all universities have a thousand happy cats and dogs, we will see how İstanbul Uni will change now they opened their Campus to the public.

Street cats in Istanbul be like

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[tvbakimlari]

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