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MUZEDECHANGA

Allow yourself to choose from a variety of excellent Turkish cuisine in an atmosphere of art in one of the best locations of the city with the most beautiful views of the Bosphorus. You can also visit the beautiful Sabanci Museum at the same time. Sakip Sabanci Cad. No 2 Emirgan Tel: (212) 323 09 01

MANGERIE

In Bebek, boasting a wonderful Bosphorus view, Mangerie has a very comfortable atmosphere. The food is prepared with passion and is very tasty and the deserts are exceptional. You can also enjoy the terrace now that the weather is warmer.
Cevdetpasa Cad. No 69, Bebek Tel: (212) 263 51 99

NUTERAS

Nuteras is one of the most charismatic venues of Istanbul. Located in the 200 year old famous Petits-Champs Pera passage it has incredible views of the Golden Horn. The menu is varied and excllent. Enjoy the famous mojitos, frozen margaritas and passion on the terrace at sunset.
Mesrutiyet Cad. No. 149 Tepebasi Tel: (212) 245 60 70


'I was very happy with the services provided by YKC/Bosphorus Relocation but what I appreciated most was their professional approach. I really loved sharing my first time in Turkey with them!'

Natalia
A Relocation Client
August's Istanbul

KIDS

“Summer in Nature” by Parkorman Kids - July 7-Sept 1, 2008 - 09:30-17:00
Three sessions of activity programs during weekdays including breakfast, lunch and afternoon meals. For ages 4 - 15 in groups. Turkish and English tutors -including English program. Sports and art activities, swimming, basketball, beach volleyball, football, nature sports, garden chess, climbing, language, drama, singing, short stories, English plays ans contests.
Parkorman, Büyükdere Caddesi, Maslak. (0212) 328 20 00 www.parkorman.com.tr

CONCERTS & PERFORMANCES

Björk - Aug 03, 2008 - 21:00
The Islandic musician will perform her latest album, Volta.
Turkcell Kuruçeşme Arena, Muallim Naci Caddesi 60, Kuruçeşme.
Tarkan - Aug 04, 2008 - 21:00
Turkey’s number one pop star is worth to see on stage.
Cemil Topuzlu Open Air Theatre, Taşkışla Caddesi, Harbiye. (0212) 232 86 03
Best Of Goran Bregoviç - Aug 05, 2008 - 21:00
A retrospective performance by Bregoviç. Selected works from various film musics (Dom Za Vesanje, Arizona Dream, Underground, Crna Macka), more than 20 albums in his discography and his latest work, Carmen Happy End.
Cemil Topuzlu Open Air Theatre, Taşkışla Caddesi, Harbiye. (0212) 232 86 03
Nublu Pres. Wax Poetic Brazil - Aug 7, 2008 - 22:00
Brazilian latin pop vocals Thalma De Freitas and Nina Becker from Orquestra Imperial, will accompany Turkish jazz project Wax Poetic, founded by saxophonist Ilhan Erşahin who lives in New York.
Sortie, Muallim Naci Caddesi 54, Ortaköy, Kuruçeşme.
Monica Molina - Aug 08, 2008 - 21:00
Latin Grammy Award nominee for Best Female Pop Vocal Album at the 2002, Monica Molina will be performing live to promote her fourth album, Autorretrato (Self Portrait).
Cemil Topuzlu Open Air Theatre, Taşkışla Caddesi, Harbiye. (0212) 232 86 03
DRUM / Jose Padilla - Aug 08, 2008 - 22:00
DRUM (Dialogue, Respect, Understanding through Music) project, hosts many musicians from different cultures. Padilla is the pionner of chill out and creator of Cafe del Mar compilations.
Sortie, Muallim Naci Caddesi 54, Ortaköy, Kuruçeşme.
Chuck Berry Aug 15, 2008 - 22:00
The biggest rock and roll legend alive will perform his hit songs 'Johnny B.Goode', 'Maybellene', 'Roll Over Beethoven', 'Rock And Roll Music', 'Sweet Little Sixteen' and 'Brown Eyed Handsome Man'.
Parkorman, Büyükdere Caddesi, Maslak. (0212) 328 20 00
DRUM / Shantel - Aug 16, 2008 - 22:00
DRUM (Dialogue, Respect, Understanding through Music) project, hosts many musicians from different cultures.
German producer and DJ Stefan Hantel is known for his work with gypsy brass orchestras, DJing and remixing traditional Balkan music with electronic beats.
Sortie, Muallim Naci Caddesi 54, Ortaköy, Kuruçeşme.
Scorpions - Aug 22, 2008 - 18:00
Scorpions will meet the Turkish audience once again in 15 years. The band has sold over 75 million albums worldwide and is best known for such hits "Rock You Like a Hurricane" which became 1980's rock anthem, "No One Like You", "Winds of Change", "Send Me an Angel" and "Still Loving You". www.scorpionsturkiyede.com
Parkorman, Büyükdere Caddesi, Maslak. (0212) 328 20 00

SPORTS

Human Race - Aug 31, 2008 - 20.00
Human Race, the world’s biggest race organization will bring together one million people in 25 countries (Los Angeles, New York, Londra, Madrid, Paris, Melbourne, Shanghai, Sao Paulo, Vancouver...) on the same day. The race in Turkey will start with 10 thousand contributors on the Bosphorus Bridge at the same time as the rest of the world. For more info and reservations visit www.nikeplus.com
The Bosphorus Bridge.

EXHIBITION

Design Cities at Istanbul Modern - Apr 23-Aug 10, 2008
7 cities from 1851 to 2008. Organized by the Design Museum, this exhibition brings together works by leading designers of the world, that reflect the history of design from mid-19th century until today and transform the concept of universal design. Design Cities exhibition includes 109 works by 64 designers and 12 products of 7 brand names.
Tuesday - Sunday: 10:00 – 18:00 (Thursday until 20:00 and for free + Closed on Mondays)
Istanbul Modern, Meclis-i Mebusan Cad. Liman İşletmeleri Sahası, Antrepo No:4, Karaköy. (0212) 334 73 00

ACCOMODATION

Four Seasons Bosphorus
You can find the 2nd four season hotel of istanbul on the way to ortakoy on the European bank of the Bosphorus. Four Seasons Bosphorus has restored the Atik Pasha palace and gave the 19th-century palace a fresh, eclectic spirit. The new luxury Four Season’s Hotel has opened this summer. There are much things to enjoy, including the biggest chic urban spa center of Europe and fine restaurants and pools with a great Bosporus view of the Asian shore. For more information visit www.fourseasons.com
Four Seasons Bosporus Hotel, Çirağan Caddesi 28, Beşiktaş. (0212) 381 40 00
 

Prepare this wonderful Turkish Specialty and enjoy it with your family and friends!
This week: Tel Kadayif with walnuts

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