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table for one in istanbul

Posted on November 30, 2016 by viveka

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Istanbul means great food … and great wines. A very exciting city when it comes to food and I try to find new food adventures every time I’m visiting. I’m checking for new places with great reviews – not often … Continue reading →

Posted in pleasure, restaurants, travel, un/useful information Tagged Istanbul, Photography, prêt à manger, restaurant, Travel, Turkey

new exciting acquaintances in istanbul – istanbul modern (2)

Posted on November 29, 2016 by viveka

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I promised I would take you back to one of Istanbul’s most interesting places … it’s the museum for modern art. That I truly fell in love with, just everything about the place. Space, the location, the light and the … Continue reading →

Posted in art, pleasure, travel, un/useful information Tagged art, Istanbul, museum, Turkey

christmas is coming this year too ..

Posted on November 28, 2016 by viveka

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and I will be spending mine … in Marrakech! But even if I not a big fan of Christmas, because I think it has gone totally out of hand … I love the decorations, the cards and the lovely Christmas adverts. … Continue reading →

Posted in pleasure, un/useful information Tagged animals, Christmas, commercials, seasons, youtube

inside out in istanbul – istanbul modern sanat müzesi (im)

Posted on November 27, 2016 by viveka

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After 2 days of history …. and beautiful buildings I wanted to come back to the present. Museums with modern art always interest me, so the choice was easy; Istanbul Modern! But I didn’t have clue what a wonderful surprise … Continue reading →

Posted in art, pleasure, travel, un/useful information Tagged art, Istanbul, museum, Photography, Travel, Turkey

inside of istanbul – hagia sophia

Posted on November 26, 2016 by viveka

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“If one had but a single glance to give the world, one should gaze on Istanbul.” Alphonse de Lamartine When I entered Hagia Sophia “Holy Wisdom” I got a feeling that building was … like a tired very beautiful old … Continue reading →

Posted in pleasure, travel, un/useful information Tagged buildings, Hagia Sophia, history, Istanbul, Photography, religion, Travel

weekly photo challenge – this time of the year

Posted on November 25, 2016 by viveka

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“It is better to light a candle than curse the darkness.” Eleanor Roosevelt I’m not a Christmas fan …. but I love all the candles and lights that our homes, offices and official buildings have in their windows until 17 days … Continue reading →

Posted in pleasure, un/useful information, Uncategorized Tagged Christmas, Photography, Sweden, traditions & events, Weekly Photo Challenge

istanbul on the inside – sultanahmet cami

Posted on November 25, 2016 by viveka

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Just back from my 5th visit to Istanbul, this time Istanbul was very different … VERY quiet, no queues to major tourist attraction, no guests at the restaurants or hotels … it felt at times that I had the magic … Continue reading →

Posted in pleasure, religon, travel, un/useful information Tagged Blue Mosque, buildings, history, Istanbul, Photography, religion, Travel, Turkey

cee’s fun foto challenge – windows

Posted on November 24, 2016 by viveka

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“If it’s reality you want, I suggest you look out the window.” Peter Stramm P.S> Sorry for the late entry … but my Istanbul cold has floored me totally. But as they say .. better late than never. D.S Cee’s … Continue reading →

Posted in pleasure, travel, Uncategorized Tagged cee’s fun foto challenge, Photography, Travel, windows

weekly photo challenge – magic

Posted on November 19, 2016 by viveka

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When somebody says the word magic …. my thoughts goes automatical to the most magical city in the world that I have visit – Istanbul .. and just been there. Returned home yesterday. Had some fantastic days and nights! Plus … Continue reading →

Posted in pleasure, travel, un/useful information Tagged big cities - bright lights, Istanbul, magic, Photography, Travel, Turkey, Weekly Photo Challenge

still holds it’s magic

Posted on November 16, 2016 by viveka

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The tourists are gone … but Istanbul hasn’t lost it’s magic.  Here are hardly any European tourist, plenty Arabs and some Asian. Hotel and restaurants are struggling and some have already given up. So sad to see. And all the … Continue reading →

Posted in pleasure, travel, un/useful information Tagged culture, Istanbul, Night Scene, Photography, Travel, Turkey

cee’s fun foto challenge – roofs

Posted on November 15, 2016 by viveka

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“Don’t just raise the bar… Raise the roof.” A.D. Posey Cee’s Fun Foto Challenge

Posted in pleasure, travel Tagged cee’s fun foto challenge, Photography, roofs, Travel

weekly photo challenge – tiny (2)

Posted on November 12, 2016 by viveka

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“The three most powerful seasonings are hunger, variety, and gratitude.” Neel Burton It’s the tiny details and seasoning that make a great dish. As cloud over this post, I have chosen “Fire” performed by Barns Courtney .. from the soundtrack to … Continue reading →

Posted in pleasure, un/useful information, Uncategorized Tagged Food, movies, Photography, Weekly Photo Challenge

i hope christmas is coming soon for kevin

Posted on November 11, 2016 by viveka

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This evening I came across this wonderful advert about “Kevin The Carrot” by Aldi – the Germany food chain … made for the UK market. Just have to share it. I love the poem that is read in the advert. … Continue reading →

Posted in pleasure, un/useful information Tagged Christmas, Commercial, seasons, youtube

weekly photo challenge – tiny

Posted on November 11, 2016 by viveka

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“A small speckled visitor Wearing a crimson cape Brighter than a cherry Smaller than a grape A polka-dotted someone Walking on my wall A black-hooded lady In a scarlet shawl.” Joan Walsh Anglund Ladybirds (ladybugs) or as we call them … Continue reading →

Posted in pleasure, un/useful information Tagged bugs, Photography, summer, Weekly Photo Challenge

“snow is like sex ….

Posted on November 9, 2016 by viveka

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…… you never know how many inches you’re going to get or how long it will last” This morning I woke up to our first snow of the season, not much but I could hear kids scream of excitement over … Continue reading →

Posted in pleasure, un/useful information Tagged Photography, seasons, winter

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