How do I politely decline tea in Turkish without being rude?
Every time I visit a shop in Kadıköy I'm offered çay. I love tea but I literally cannot drink another one. What's a polite way to say no that won't come across as cold?
Recommended cafés in Beyoğlu for an English-speaking book club?
Looking for a spot that's quiet enough for conversation but not too formal. We're about 6 people and meet Thursday evenings. Ideally near Taksim or Galata.
Bob (Demo)·34d ago·3.0 km away· Istanbul· en· 2· 2
Anyone know a running group that meets in Istanbul on weekends?
Just moved to Kadıköy. I run at a slow-to-medium pace (6:00-6:30 /km). Looking for a weekend group, not competitive — more chat-while-jog energy.
Alice (Demo)·34d ago·4.0 km away· Istanbul· en· 1· 0