If you’ve ever strolled through Istanbul’s bustling streets or along the Bosphorus, chances are you’ve come across Balık ...

The best way to truly experience a city’s food culture is to mimic what the locals are indulging in throughout their everyday lives — and Istanbulites are guaranteed to impress in that department. In ...

Turkish cuisine is a rich tapestry of flavors, history, and hospitality, shaped by centuries of cultural exchange. From the unfiltered depth of Turkish coffee to the refreshing tang of ayran and the ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Lela is a London-based writer and editor who covers food and drink. In Istanbul, food is a history lesson in its own right.

Amelia Dhuga is a writer based in Tunis. She also writes news and features for Istanbul, Beirut, and London publications. Most visitors to Istanbul spend their time wandering among the city’s various ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Connect Images RM / Manuel Sulzer / Getty Images The best way to truly experience a city’s food culture is to mimic what the ...