Sunday, August 01, 2010

Flavors and Tastes from Istanbul

My trip to Istanbul lasted only four days and that was enough to get a first idea of what street foods in that part of Turkey is about. Although I didn't do in-depth research due to limited time, I took some interesting pictures to show off my culinary adventures but I admit I haven't tried everything I photographed. So, be moderate judges!




Simitçi, the Turkish bagel or Greek koulouri - a white bread with a slight sweet taste that is an everyday snack. Better than the above I compare it to.




Despite the heat and the humidity, Turks like their warm chestnuts on the street!



The little sugar bowl for your tea! Cute, isn't it?



Street food is diverse in Istabul so you can even find muscles with lemon...



Steamed and grilled corn is another street delicacy...



Chicken kebabs...pure pleasure in the eye and mouth...



Ad of the unique and historic Kanlica Yogurt



Scenes from the Egyptian market...Spices



Dondurmas vendor - it's a sticky and flavored ice cream...


Colorful dry fruit...



And some mixed nuts



It may look the cutest little salad but it was so spicy - the waiters do not ask if you like hot peppers, they just take it for granted...


Turkish delight or otherwise the Turkish Viagra!


Chef in full action making baklava...


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"Dessert" window shopping...


And finally, the cutest chocolate kiosk for you to admire and look for a piece of chocolate just now!

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