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Istanbul

TURKEY

November/December 2015

Belleza Moda Magazine

>>Where lifestyle meets luxury<<

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BACIRA Asitane Restaurant

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CORINNE ART & BOUTIQUE HOTEL

BOUTIQUE SAINT SOPHIA HOTEL VILA PERA SUITE HOTEL

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TOMTOM JARDINES DE SABATINI

Ciragan Palace Kempinski

SWISSOTEL THE BOSPHORUS

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Asitane Restaurant Ottoman cuisine is a 700 year old buried treasure. A synthesis of Central Asian, Anatolian, Middle Eastern and Balkan avours. Sadly very few recipes from this rich cuisine have survived due to a tradition which demanded that cooks keep their recipes and cooking techniques secret. At Asitane, they have made it their mission to reintroduce the authentic Ottoman cooking to the world. Since 1991, dedicated staff have hunted down lost tastes with academic zeal. In order to try and recreate authentic Ottoman Cuisine.They have consulted a variety of sources, including the budget ledgers of the three main palace kitchens - Topkapı, Edirne and Dolmabahçe - and the memoirs of foreign diplomats and visitors. They offer long-forgotten dishes which have revived based on documents that lay in palace archives for 500 years. The dishes in the menu are prepared from these historic resources using original ingredients and cooking methods. Asitane strives to provide their guests with an authentic palate experience that does justice to the splendors of the Imperial kitchens.

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Mikla was inaugurated in October 2005. The initial idea was to create a refined but contemporary “Istanbullu” Restaurant. The menu and the general feel of the restaurant reflect the Turkish-Scandinavian background of Mehmet Gürs, the Chef-Owner who pioneered the contemporary restaurant scene in Istanbul. Mikla boasts funky retro with chrome 70’s and 50’s furniture and a stunning wooden rail-sleepers bar, outstanding food, breathtaking view, proper service and inspiring music because of which it was voted best restaurant in Istanbul and continues to enjoy raving local and international reviews. Located on the roof top floor of the fashionable “The Marmara Pera” hotel.

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The magical views over the city stretch to the Hagia Sophia and the Topkapi Palace where you almost travel back through time to the heart of the Old Istanbul.

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Boutique Saint Sophia Hotel The beautiful Boutique Saint Sophia Hotel, is located in Sultanahmet Square, the heart of the historical peninsula of Istanbul. The hotel which was once an Ottoman Pasha’s mansion has close to 150 years of history and is a few steps away from Hagia Sophia. Boutique Saint Sophia Hotel is located very close to the Topkapi Palace where the Ottoman miniatures and treasures such as, last magnificent mosque of classical period Blue Mosque and Basilica Cistern of historical city Istanbul is present. Boutique Saint Sophia has historic atmosphere with a modern style. This hotel is located in the heart of Blue Mosque, with its 26 luxurious and comfortable guest rooms is all set to make its guest’s most memorable Istanbul experience.

Corinne Art & Boutique Hotel, named after Madam Corinne, who was the famous opera performer of the Republic period and a close friend of Atatürk, preserves the inheritance of this friendship. Do not be surprised when you hear piano music sometimes at nights. They may be part of the melodies played by Madam Corinne during special events that Atatürk also attended. A guest may enjoy the view of Sultan Ahmed, Süleymaniye and Beyazıt II Mosques, Hagia Sophia, Galata Tower and the Prince Islands from the penthouse of Corinne Art & Boutique Hotel, which is also a building with talismans overlaying the city of seven hills

All the windows in the rooms the Corinne Art & Boutique Hotel are referred to as “Rooms that hide Istanbul” and each opens to a different tale. A woman’s face memorialized in marble relief, an experienced sweet seller, a street musician adding notes to the night with his accordion or trumpet are the fictitious characters of these tales. Do not be surprised by the curious looks of a cat when you are enjoying your coffee on the balcony of your room. Çukurcuma is the capital of cats. 18

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VILA PERA

SUITE HOTEL Settling down between 2 continents, Asia and Europe, Istanbul is the only city that had been the capital for 3 very important empires, Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman Empires. There is a mixed culture and very deep history. Villa Pera is situated in renovated 2 historical buildings. One of the building was originally built in 1905, the other was in 1907. Villa Pera has easy access to historical places like Dolmabahce Palace, Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Sultanahmet, Blue Mosque, Süleymaniye Mosque, Topkapı Palace, Galata Tower, Grand Bazaar, Spice Bazaar, Kabatas Sea Port and Prince’s Islands. Team of Villa Pera is very well informed about all historical places, sightseeings, opening-closing days, bosphorus cruise alternatives, restaurants, transportation system. There are numerous restaurants, cafés and bars within walking distance. Visit here to get the whole Istanbul experience. Visit: http://www.villaperasuite.com/welcome.html

TOMTOM

“The Old Franciscan House” Located at Galata, the symbol of Istanbul’s, one of the world’s biggest and most energetic metropolitan multi-cultural identity, Tomtom Suites is an oasis where elegance meets tranquility and history meets the 21st century. A witness to the last century of Ottoman Empire’s capital city, Tomtom Suites’ story goes back to the 1850s. The building seen today was built in 1901 as the Soeurs Garde-Malades Apartment, where there had once been an outbuilding of the French Palace, reserved for the Franciscan nuns. Tomtom Suites opens its doors on a silent street of the city’s most appealing area, and is more of a life style than a hotel. Located in Galata, which has always been an entertainment center due to having one of the city’s oldest sea ports, Tomtom Suites is the neighbor of historical buildings such as ‘Palazzo di Venezia’, ‘Palais de France’, Russian and Dutch embassies and the Galata Tower. In Tomtom Suites every detail is elaborately conceived for a complete personal comfort. Tomtom Suites, which elevates the luxurious accommodation quality with traditional hospitality. Visit: http://www.tomtomsuites.com/

Jardines de Sabatini

“When in Rome, do as the Romans do.” While Jardines de Sabatini might be in an entirely different country than Rome, the advise remains just as useful. Situated in the heard of Madrid, it is minutes away from many of the city’s famous landmarks including the Royal Palace and the Gran Via. Jardines de Sabatini seeks to provide an ideal combination of hotel service and the convenience of an apartment. It gives its guests the comforts that come with personalized service while still allowing you to settle into the suite as if it is your own space so that you can truly engage with Spanish living. The location combined with the utilities of the spacious rooms maximize the options for your vacation. You simply have to walk down to the street to find a restaurant to eat in, or if you’d like to prepare your own meals for the day each room is equipped with it’s own kitchenette. For more info and bookings call +34915425900, reception is 24 hours.! - Emma Brito

Swissotel The Bosphorus One of the Leading Hotels of the World and awarded Europe Luxury Hotel 2013 by World Luxury Hotel Awards, Swissotel The Bosphorus, Istanbul: is a five-star luxury hotel right in the center of Istanbul on the European banks of the Bosphorus. Nestled within 65 acres of historical gardens with world-class shopping and vibrant nightlife nearby, it offers 497 guest rooms and suites, featuring state-of-the-art technology and exclusive amenities. The award-winning Purovel Spa & Sport offers luxurious holistic spa treatments from all over the world. Visit www.swissotelliving.com for more details

Ciragan Palace Kempinski Ciragan Palace Kempinski İstanbul is situated on the European shores of the Bosphorus, in the city center between the districts of Besiktaş and Ortakoy. The hotel is 10 minutes’ drive from one of the main attractions of the city, Taksim Square, and the luxury and trendy shopping area of Nisantasi. It is about 20 minutes drive from the Old City Sultanahmet and business districts Levent and Maslak. Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul is the only Ottoman Imperial palace and hotel by the Bosphorus and the only hotel in Turkey that can be reached by private helicopter, yacht and limousine. Of all the rooms and suites, 80% have sea views and all have balconies. There are also 11 VIP suites at the historical palace which offer butler service and private entrances. Food AND Beverage options are as follows: Tuğra Restaurant & Lounge Laledan Restaurant Gazebo Lounge Bosphorus Grill Le Fumoir Le Fumoir Pavilion Çırağan Bar 28

HOTEL SULTANIA

Hotel Sultania as name suggests, will make you “feel like a sultan”. The hotel has 42 luxury rooms with combines modern lifestyle with traditional Ottoman touch. Landmark old city location with luxuriously inspiring designs, steeped in the history of its surroundings, Hotel Sultania welcomes you with exceptional harem style and world-renowned Turkish hospitality. The rooms have been given the names of the Ottoman Empire’s most important Sultan’s wives. This experience will take you back in time, as you enjoy the enchanting stories of their past. You can enjoy one of Anatolian’s most culturally historic events ‘The Turkish Hamam’. Among our many facilities you will find a fully-equipped meeting rooms, an indoor swimming pool, a wellness center, Olive Restaurant with its gourmet cuisine, and of course, the impeccable service of the Yasmak Hotels family. Unique among Istanbul boutique hotels, Sultania inspires with its luxurious design and its landmark Sultanahmet location. A stay at Hotel Sultania promises a memorable holiday with total comfort in the heart of Istanbul’s Old City. Visit: http://www.hotelsultania.com/ 31