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Week of 19.10.26
Istanbul Newcomers: A Few Fresh Arrivals This Week (October 19, 2026)
A concise selection of four distinct new openings, each introducing a different flavor—from classic döner to fried chicken and all-day dining—in Istanbul this week.
Read the letter →Weekend of 16.10.26
Six Experiences for the Istanbul Weekend: Art, Theatre, Nightlife and Talks
From in-depth talks and cross-disciplinary exhibitions to classic American drama and a top-rated pub crawl, Istanbul’s weekend brings a spectrum of events across the city’s venues.
Week of 12.10.26
A Fresh Take on Döner: A Monday Spotlight in Nişantaşı
Dazu Döner Nişantaşı blends wood-fired döner traditions with a modern approach, introducing new details to the district’s casual dining scene.
Weekend of 09.10.26
A Curated Weekend: 5 Noteworthy Events in Istanbul (October 9–11, 2026)
From orchestral dance anthems to live concerts and interactive family fun, Istanbul’s weekend calendar balances music and cultural screenings with hands-on activities.
Week of 05.10.26
A Short Curated Update: New Restaurant Openings in Istanbul (Early October 2026)
This week, Istanbul sees a select set of new restaurant concepts, from an all-day eatery to creative interpretations of fried chicken. Here’s a brief look at a few notable debuts shaping the city’s food landscape.
Weekend of 02.10.26
Things to do this weekend in Istanbul, October 2–4 2026
Nils Frahm leads a packed cultural weekend with concerts, cruise nights, and eats from Tersane to Yeniköy.
Week of 27.09.26
Fresh Tables and Bold Flavors: Four New Istanbul Arrivals
Modern Anatolian, inventive Turkish, global daytime dining and fried chicken all landed in the guide this week, joining the city’s ever-evolving food scene.
Weekend of 18.09.26
Things to do this weekend in Istanbul, September 18–20 2026
14 things Localtime pulled for Istanbul this weekend.
Weekend of 11.09.26
Things to do this weekend in Istanbul, September 11–13 2026
14 things Localtime pulled for Istanbul this weekend.
Weekend of 04.09.26
Things to do this weekend in Istanbul, September 4–6 2026
14 things Localtime pulled for Istanbul this weekend.
Week of 30.08.26
Where tarhana dries above the tables in Teşvikiye
This week Localtime added one Istanbul restaurant: Tas Lokanta, the daily-changing address on Büyükçiftlik Sokak where tarhana dries overhead.
Weekend of 28.08.26
Things to do this weekend in Istanbul, August 28–30 2026
Friday still feels like summer on the water. Saturday belongs to David Garrett at Harbiye. Sunday is Victory Day, when the city spills into the streets.