Faisal

12 Jan 2026

Street Food in Istanbul, Turkey I started my day with simit by the Bo… – Faisal

Street Food in Istanbul, Turkey I started my day with simit by the Bosphorus, sesame crust warm, locals standing and eating as ferries passed. At a tiny döner shop, meat sliced onto flatbread with onions and sumac, no menu, no hurry. Evening brought meze and künefe, layered pastry sweetened with syrup. Istanbul’s food isn’t flashy; it preserves memory and comfort in every bite.