Indulge authentic Turkish breakfast with freshly baked bread, homemade jams, honey, and local cheese.
Taste the mouth-watering selection of street food, including famous simit, gozleme, lahmacun, and kokorec.
Try traditional Anatolian dishes with seasonal ingredients, such as stuffed squash blossoms, lamb shank, and semolina halva.
Explore the colourful Spice Market and enjoying the breathtaking views of Istanbul with delicious kebabs and mezzes at Hamdi Restaurant.
Sip on rich and aromatic Turkish coffee at historical coffee houses, including Cafe Mandabatmaz, Kronotrop, and Petra Roasting Co.
Sample the fresh and appetizing selection of seafood, including grilled octopus, seabass, calamari, and shrimp.
Finish your trip with a sweet note and try the best baklava in Istanbul, including traditional pistachio, walnut, and cream-filled varieties.
If you have more time, explore the trendy neighbourhoods of Karakoy, Cihangir, and Nisantasi for trendy cafes, bars, and restaurants. Alternatively, take a Bosphorus cruise to admire the city's panoramic views. If you have less time, opt for a half-day street food tour to taste the city's specialties.