Istanbulletin 1.29.2016

U.S. CONSULATE ISTANBUL
CLO OFFICE
Jan. 29, 2016
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Sahlep and Chestnuts
Istanbul’s winter staple
You can find chestnuts all around Istanbul just following the
toasty aroma coming out of the small red carts .Kastane Kebab
are popular with tourists because of the red and white carts that
are are licensed by district authorities.
Sahlep is a hot drink traditionally prepared with orchid root,
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CLO BLOG:
Hot Tickets
There are many music events
happening in the spring. At the
Volkswagen arena Steve Aoki
will play on Feb 13 and Chris
de Burgh will be at the on Feb.
28.
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cornstarch, sugar, milk and optional cinnamon powder. Sahlep
can be bought from street vendors who serve the brew from carts
or go to the Asian side has a famous Sahlep shop: Dondurmaci Ali
Usta (Moda Caddesi No. 264/A Kadiköy.
Calendar
Friday January 29
Exhibitions:
The Chill out festival in Istanbul
will take place in Life Park on
May 28.
•HABITAT. examines the concept of spaces in which we live in:
political, emotional or physical. Until May 22 ( ISTANBUL
MODERN)
Get these and all tickets for
music events in billetix.com or
visit your nearest mall shop.
• Last Weekend! : Bare Naked Nude. an eye opening evolution of
the nude in Turkish art. Until February 2nd (PERA MUSEUM)
5 Kat Istanbul (5th
floor Istanbul)
The fifth floor restaurant is
located in the 5th floor of the
Bilsak (science art institute) in
Beyoglu, historic Cihangir
neighborhood. It ’s a
magnificent backdrop for
parties, dinners and events. It
has a heavenly view, delicious
food, stylish and classy. It has
the vibe of the young artistic
soul of Istanbul and consulate
employees get a 15% discount
showing their consulate ID.
www.5kat.com
Saturday January 30
•Music : The Pera Museum dedicates Classical Saturdays to
Mozart’s 260th Birthday, featuring violin and piano outstanding
artists from Istanbul Philharmonic Orchestra (Pera Museum
17:00hrs)
•Family show: Last weeks of the Underwater Paradise, a family
show about a journey to: yes! and underwater paradise of
mermaids, clown fish and seahorses. Istanbul Arena, 13:00 and
16:00 buy tickets in Billetix.
•Exhibition: Til it’s Gone. An exhibition on nature and
sustainability (ISTANBUL MODERN) until June 5th.
Sunday January 31
•Theatre/movie: Skylight at 15:00
Always wanted to watch plays from London Theatre and
Broadway? Now you can. Play Salon, is like a movie of the
Theatre play and it has been a popular show since the shots are
taken from the best seats, and it’s in English with Turkish
subtitles. Screening at Play Salon ISKV, last screening for
Skylight. (Sadi Konuralp Caddesi No 5 Siśane, (Sisane Metro
Stop) visit: saloniksv.com or buy tickets at billetix.com or in
billetix office in Istinye Park Mall and other malls.
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CLO Blog:
Zeytinbagi
Located in the Kas Mountains,
near the Agean Sea in
Edremit, Zeytinbagi is a
perfect weekend escape. This
boutique hotel shares indepth knowledge of regional
cuisine via cooking
workshops organized on site.
www.zeytinbagi.com or call
(0266-387-3761_62)
Who knew:
Olive oils for consumption
can reach up to 3.3
percent acidity level - the
lower the level the higher
the quality and healthier
product. Global acidity
norms are set by the
International Olive Oil
Council.
Where to buy:
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February 1 through 16
•Hamlet, (19:30 HRS)
Sold out a year ahead of the Premiere, and played from London’s
most important theaters, Benedict Cumberbatch is at Play Salon
ISKV. Shot from the perspective of the best seats, Tickets are
TL40 (Sadi Konuralp Caddesi No 5 Siśane, (Sisane Metro Stop) visit:
saloniksv.com buy tickets at billetix.com or in billetix offices in
Istinye Park Mall and other malls.
February 4, 5, 6, 11 to the 13th
•Istanbul Japanese Film Festival (FREE) This year’s festival is very
important since the movie “Ertugrul 1890” was released, the festival
features 6 films portraying contemporary Japan. Tickets are available
one hour before the showing at Akbank Sanat Beyoglu Istiklal 8,
Taksim, Beyoglu. (showings at 4 and 7 PM) visit akbanksanat.com/
en calendar of each event)
CLO Events:
Valentines day will be celebrated with a sweet treat. Help us raise
funds for the CLO office, and future events. Your baking talents will
be much appreciated. Sign up to bake for the CLO, and bring
your baked goods on Friday February 12. Sign up for a Valentinegram, send a note and a sweet treat to wish someone a Happy
Valentine! for TL 10.
award winning olive oil
www.selatin-evo.com
olive oils from various
regions, must try:
nargurmet.com
exclusive olive oil products
www.zeytinim.com
quality olive oil
www.adetepe.com
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Friday February 26! Istanbul’s
CONGEN favorite event: “The 5th
Annual Chilli Cook off Contest.”
Start gathering your best chilli
recipes and prepare to compete
among the fiercest amateur chefs.
Only one can be the winner. (We
are still looking for a place to host
it, L’IST’s social area might be the
place, stay tuned for the definitive
venue and time)
Announcements:
• Dear EFM’s: This year’s ICASS Custumer Satisfaction Survey is here! your participation is
vital for services feedback and impacts morale of personnel at post. We need your
honesty to improve our services. Click on http://www.apqc.org/ICASS2016 to take the
anonymous survey.
• Nurse Practitioner Gail Sims will be available for appointments from January 28 to
February 2nd. Nurse Sheila will be on vacation and urgent medical care will be provided
by the Med Unit in Ankara. 312 457 7215. You can always call Kemal Bey in the Med Unit
Istanbul for any appointments or med translations.
• A Copy of the Guide Istanbul for January and February 2016 is available at the CLO
office for your reference. Features activities, performances, hotels and recommended
visits.
• Visit the CLO Blog for a Calendar of meetings from the American Women of Istanbul
• The CLO has many Lonely Planet books that are available for your reference. Come over,
check them out and turn them inn when you are done. Let us know if you have
suggestions for new guides to buy.
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The Classifieds
Cars for sale:
2007 Mazda3 Hatchback $7800 (36,800 miles)
excelent condition and well maintained, visit
the Classifieds at Istanbulletinonline for a full
picture and details. contact
[email protected]
yoga near Recit Pasa. Call Emine Gultekin @
+90
(532)
378
4537
[email protected]
• Art historian, profesional tour guide Claire
Karaz offers private walking tours of Istanbul
for people who love to explore. For more
information contact Claire:
[email protected]
• Donne Jubert is a professional beautician
from South Africa who recently relocated to
Turkey, She does cuts, color and style for
men, women and children. Donne will come
to your house with all necessary supplies.
She can be contacted at 0 (541)821 2611
• Nanny and household help
recommendations by community members.
Please visit the Classified Section at
www.istanbulletinonline.com
Diplomatic car for sale, Toyota Corolla 2009
LE, metalic green, 35,600 miles asking
[email protected] or call (535)695 9406
Transfer season is coming up!,
remember the Istanbulletinonline is a
great resource if you want to sell or
give away your stuff.
Services:
We are planning a spring clean up
and donations on March/April.
price:EUR 6,000 contact
• Experienced Nanny / Housekeeper will be
available Full Time. Analisa Gudoy speaks
Tagalog, English and Turkish. She cooks,
irons cleans, cares for children. Contact her
+90 505 972 7477 (for recommendation see
istanbulletinonline.com ) or contact CLO
• Experienced Masseuse, speaks English and
can come to your house or meet at Doum
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