Istanbul Articles

The Independent

May 17 2008 - Istanbul: Inside strait

Magnificent palaces, mosques and markets are Istanbul's most obvious attractions. But while revisiting the city, Linda Cookson instead faced seawards - and found a world of surprises on the waterway that divides East and West.

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The Times

Febuary 16 2008 - Chef Michael Caines in Istanbul

I don't expect to be served pizza as one of Istanbul's traditional dishes, but here it comes - thin bread like pitta, with tomato sauce. It's simple and authentic, and I love it.

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March 11, 2006 - The New Istanbul - Designer shops, rooftop bars: the definitive guide to a changing city.

Ditch the kebab, bring on Istanbul's French quarter

Jill Hartley finds designer boutiques and rooftop bars all the rage.

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The Telegraph

September 3, 2011 - Istanbul, Turkey: Old city, new spirit

With its Byzantine churches and Ottoman palaces, Istanbul can seem like a timewarp – but a new energy is running through it. Lisa Grainger finds 21st-century monuments rising among the minarets, from boutique hotels, rooftop bars and gourmet restaurants to startlingly contemporary museums.

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January 09, 2008 - Istanbul: where East and West collide

With its dramatic location and rich, exotic history, Istanbul is ideal for a winter break, says Alexandra Ferguson.

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InStyle Magazine

November 2009 - My Turkish Delight

From the bazaars of Istanbul to the Lycian coast, shoe designer Olivia Morris lets InStyle in on her honeymoon with graphic-designer husband Nathan Lauder.

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The Daily Express Magazine

8 January, 2005  - Turkish Delights

Go above and beyond the tourist trail to discover the hidden charms of Turkey’s magical Cappadocia and once you’ve had your fill of its magical caves, why not sample the bustle of cosmopolitan city life in Istanbul?

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