Travel Reference
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Turkish Tea
Drinking çay is the national pastime. Sugar cubes are the only accompaniment: you'll find
you need these to counter the effects of long brewing, or you can always try asking for it
açık
(weaker).
Top Tips
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Coffee aficionados should head to Müzenin Kahvesi, the stylish cafe- laboratory in the courtyard of the Museum
of Turkish & Islamic Arts (
Click here
)
, to take its 30-minute 'Treasures of Turkey' coffee experience ( 20).
This demonstrates roasting, grinding, brewing and service techniques and includes - naturally - a cup of the stuff
in question. Bookings essential.
Best Rooftop Bars
Mikla
Spectacular views and a stylish clientele. (
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360
The city's most famous bar for good reason. (
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NuTeras
Golden Horn (Haliç) views and a chic after-dinner club scene. (
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)
Leb-i Derya
Bosphorus views and a down-to-earth crowd. (
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X Bar
A seductive mix of culture and cocktails. (
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Ca' d'Oro
Crowning glory of the cutting-edge SALT Cultural Centre. (
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Best Turkish Coffee
Manda Batmaz
Traditional coffeehouse in Beyoğlu. (
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)
Müzenin Kahvesi
Set in the courtyard of the Museum of Turkish & Islamic Arts. (
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Fes Cafe
Great coffee with a
lokum
(Turkish delight) chaser. (
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)
Best Boutique Bars
Baylo
Elegant surrounds and an arty vibe. (
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)
Münferit
Where the in-crowd enjoys its aperitifs. (
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Le Fumoir
Chic bar-restaurant in Galata's most atmospheric street. (
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)
