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Istanbul Feasts

Istanbul has the most amazing cuisine. The kebab stands line the streets and the display of fresh salads, grains and flatbread had me salivating every corner I turned. The spice shops are as you would expect: heaps of exotic spices from the savory to the sweet and tea blends that match every palette. There's no better way to experience Istanbul than through its cuisine. Wish I had more time there and also, a larger stomach :)

Tasted as good as it looks.

Spices and teas

Fresh pomegranates

Tried some for breakfast the next day. Verdict: Delicious!

What's your baklava?

The store owners serve tea when you make stops regardless of you make a purchase or not. Take note Neimans!

Hand rolled flat bread amidst a bevy of Turkish textiles

Late night ice cream, what could be more decadent? Wish I got video of his artful scooping, that's why everyone has out their cameras. It was part ice cream scoop, part war dance - majestic.