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