FOOD

There are many places in Izmir where you can eat pizza, the specialty of Italian cuisine. However, instead of eating an ordinary pizza, if you are curious about the places where everything from the dough to the filling, from the thinness of the dough to the crunchiness, from the atmosphere of the place to the flavor, and if you want to try these flavors, this content is for you.

Veganism has been gaining popularity in recent years, but finding restaurants and cafes with plant-based options can still be a challenge. Fortunately, Istanbul is a city that offers a wealth of vegan-friendly establishments. From exclusively vegan restaurants to traditional eateries that have added plant-based options to their menus, the options are plenty. To help you navigate the culinary landscape of Istanbul, we have put together a list of the best and most famous vegan cafes in the city. So, whether you're a seasoned vegan or simply looking to explore plant-based options, these recommendations will allow you to dine with peace of mind.

Everyone has learned about the rise of Karaköy in recent years. This rise has brought us new venues. There are many cafes with different styles, different concepts and different food and beverage menus. We have compiled 17 of them for you.  The 17 best cafes in Karaköy where you can go for breakfast, coffee and dinner.

The latest version of coffee, which has become much more than Nescafe and Starbucks: '3rd wave'. So what is this '3rd wave coffee trend'? Instead of starting from 3, let's start from 1 and explain in order. The first wave of coffee began in the years following World War I with instant coffee - in other words, the ever-present Nescafé in our homes. After this trend, which was purely commercial, a little more art was introduced into coffee and Starbucks entered our lives as the second wave. With the growing interest in the region of coffee and roasting techniques, the coffees we drink are becoming increasingly high quality.Although the second wave emphasizes the enjoyment of coffee, some of the characteristics of the first wave are still present here. Of course, the insatiable human being, who always desires better, does not stop, and in the 90s the third wave of 'quality coffee' was signaled. In an article written by barista Trish Skeie in 2002, it is clear that the third wave has definitely arrived. Coffee is now in the lead, and it's not espresso that's at the center of everything, it's the bean.This wave, which gave its first signals in 2002, arrived in Turkiye only towards the end of 2011. And with its arrival, it spread to the whole of Istanbul. Although we are not going to make a ranking among coffee shops, we think they are the pioneers of the 3rd wave: MOC, Kronotrop, Coffeetopia and Petra Roasting. So which are the best 3rd wave coffee shops in Istanbul?

Izmir is undoubtedly one of our favorite cities, hosting tourists from all over Turkey and the world. Who knows, maybe you may need a guide on a date or a business meeting. Let's meet the most stylish restaurants in Izmir together!