05 MAY 2015
MAGAZINE OF THE INTERNATIONAL WOMEN OF ISTANBUL
Table of
CONTENTS
HEALTH & FITNESS
MUMS ‘N KIDS
FEATURES 26 History of Bathing 30 Neighborhood Tour: Anadolu Hisarı 32 Travel, Wear & Conquer 36 Street Foods
CALENDAR PROGRAMS 12 Aeshtetics and Liposuction Seminar by Dr. Ferit Demirkan 12 The Art of Antakya Cuisine 13 Miele Centre Turkish Cuisine Event 13 Büyükada Guided Walking Tour 15 Evening Gourmet Cookery Demonstration for Couples
16Summer Lunch at Zuma
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08 Groups, clubs and regular activities 09 Istanbul@night
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REGULAR ACTIVITIES
03 Board letter 04 Neighbourhood coffee mornings 06 Newcomers
CHARITY
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IWI
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MAY 2015
40 Mediation And Grounding 42 Juice for Life Veggies to Your Door 44 Alternative Sports in Istanbul 48 Ayurveda in Kerala
56 Mums ‘n kids news and happenings
PREVIOUS ACTIVITIES 18 For the love of coffee 20 The Art of Cooking 21 Talk by Dr. Karen Akinci 21The Yamuna Body Rolling Workshop 22 Tango Workshop 22 Grandbazaar Rooftop Walking
May 2015
OTHER HIGHLIGHTS 58 Groups and associations 60 Partner offers 62 Directory 63 Classified ads 64 Policies and advertising
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IWI BOARD INFORMATION
IWI BOARD MEMBERS
IWI Office Hours: Wednesday from 10:30AM till 1:00PM
Chairwoman
Nilgün
Coruk
Vice-Chairwoman
Milijana
Mihajlovic vicechairwoman@iwi-tr.org
Adresi / Address: Adnan Saygun Caddesi, Çamlıtepe Sitesi No:74 Blok C1 / D2 Ulus Ortaköy İstanbul – TURKEY Telephone: 0212 287 35 71 www.iwi-tr.org Dergi Adı/Magazine Name: Lale, Monthly Programme of the International Women of İstanbul
Treasurer
Nicole
Liao
treasury@iwi-tr.org
Office Coordinator
Natalie
VaatzDeutscher
secretary@iwi-tr.org
Membership Coordinator
Stephanie
Machoi
membership@iwi-tr.org
Events Coordinator
Elena
Sklyarskaya
events@iwi-tr.org
Events Coordinator
Eelin
Tham
events@iwi-tr.org
Sponsorship Coordinator
Anne Marie
Yilmaz
sponsorship@iwi-tr.org
Lale
Vassiliki
Avtzi
lale@iwi-tr.org
Yayını Yapan / Publisher: IWI International Women of İstanbul, Dernek Kod: 34-64/027
Advertising Coordinator
Aylin
Gottardo
advertising@iwi-tr.org
Charity Coordinator
Kristina
Wilfore
charity@iwi-tr.org
Programs Coordinator
Cynthia
Hadatoğlu programs@iwi-tr.org
İrtibat Adresi / Address: Adnan Saygun Caddesi, Çamlıtepe Sitesi No:74 Blok C1 / D2 Ulus Ortaköy İstanbul – TURKEY
Food and Wine Coordinator
Anita
Jacobs
food&wine@iwi-tr.org
Newcomers Coordinator (Eur)
Ayse
Yücel
newcomerseurope@iwi-tr.org
Newcomers Coordinator (Asia)
Gabriele
Sailer
newcomersasia@iwi-tr.org
Neighbourhood CM Coordinator
Marina
Fricke ncm@iwi-tr.org
Mums n´Kids
Position Available
mumnkids@iwi-tr.org
IPWIN Coordinator
Namita
Srivastava
ipwin@iwi-tr.org
Liaison Officer
Ebru
Demirel
liaison@iwi-tr.org
İmtiyaz Sahibi/Licensee: Nilgün Çoruk Adresi / Address: Emin Sokak Tamer Apt. No:4/13 Etiler-Istanbul Sorumlu Yazı İşleri Müdürü/ Responsible Editor: Nilgün Çoruk Adresi/Address: Emin Sokak Tamer Apt. No:4/13 Etiler-Istanbul Yayın Türü/Issue Type: Yerel Süreli
chairwoman@iwi-tr.org
IWI BOARD ASSISTANTS Digital Media Coordinator
Yongjie
Lale Features Editor
Position Available
lale@iwi-tr.org
Lale Health and Fitness Editor
Ulli
lale@iwi-tr.org
Communications Associate
Eleanor Ross
communications@iwi-tr.org
Reservations
Diane
Kirkcaldy
reservations@iwi-tr.org
Matbaa/Printer: Marlet Print Solutions Fener Kalamış Caddesi: No:30 Kalamış / İstanbul www.marlet.com.tr +90 216 386 32 16
"Website &Membership Assistant”
Esbie
van Heerden Ünsal
esbie@iwi-tr.org
E-Letter Coordinator
Suzy
Kaluti
iwieletter@iwi-tr.org
Book Club 1
Lesley
Tahtakiliç
Book Club 2
Mary
Akgüner
Basım Tarihi: 29.04.2015 Sayı: 76
Istanbul @ Night
Anita
Jacobs
Tasarım/Design: Marlet Advertising Studios www.marlet.com.tr +90 216 386 32 16
Ni Allmendinger
digitalmedia@iwi-tr.org
istanbulatnight@iwi-tr.org
official Facebook page: facebook.com/istanbulwomen Instagram account @iwistanbul
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May 2015
IWI Dear Lale readers,
Dear IWI members,
Picasso used to say that he starts with an idea and then, it becomes something else. Well, this is the case for this new issue as well. The material in the beginning and finally, the last version signed off look quite different but hopefully, improved and stronger.
Charity has always been a quintessential part of the International Women of Istanbul and we try our best to be present and provide assistance to the people who need our support. However, let us not forget the people who play a major role in supporting our work by every means possible, our wonderful sponsors! Their kind generosity and willingness to give to the IWI allow us in turn to work with their donations and make wonderful things come true. IWI work is, and always has been, the result of solid teamwork and pure altruism. One of the major IWI annual events, the Spring Ball 2015, recently took place. It was a glamorous night with a taste of the 20’s since the theme was the Great Gatsby. It only became a reality due to the efforts of the Organizing Committee and the generosity of the Sponsors. We wish to thank them for their generosity and support. More details to follow in the next issues of Lale.
That applies to an expat as well. You start with a vague idea when you first arrive in your new-home-to-be and then, as time goes by at the moment you depart to a new or an old place, everything has become something else –especially you. And hopefully, an improved and stronger version of yours. In this journey, you are not alone. People create a safety net and help you along the way. Same IWI does for the expat community of Istanbul fostering at the same time its tight liaison with the local community. Lale is here to add to this feeling of togetherness, enjoy till the next one!
Love is the only thing that multiples when shared. A warm thank you to all,
Vassiliki E. Avtzi
Anne-Marie YÄąlmaz
Lale Editor lale@iwi-tr.org
IWI Sponsorship Coordinator sponsorship@iwi-tr.org
www.bipschool.net
NEIGHBOURHOOD COFFEE MORNINGS MEET OTHER IWI MEMBERS IN YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD Depending on where you live, you’ll automatically be added to an email list for your neighbourhood coffee mornings. Coffee mornings are held on the second Wednesday of the month from 10.30am – 12.30pm. Please be on the lookout for emails from your local area coordinator!
Snaps from recent coffee mornings!
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NEIGHBOURHOOD COFFEE MORNINGS AREA COORDINATORS
AREA
COORDINATOR
CONTACT
Area A/C/F
Etiler, Akatlar, Ulus, Beşiktaş, Levent
Sebti Hasnaa
hasnaasebti@hotmail.com
Area B/J
Tarabya, Sarıyer, Büyükdere, Zekeriyaköy, Kilyos, Uskumruköy
Szilvia Nagy
vasermanfamily@gmail.com
Area D
Arnavütköy, Bebek, Rumeli Hisarı, Baltalimanı
Karen Chesnut
karen_chesnut@hotmail.com
Area E
Ortaköy, Levazım, Balmumcu
Dawn Biyashev
dancemachine3@gmail.com
Area G
Nişantaşı, Osmanbey, Şişli/Fulya, Gayrettepe, Esentepe, Tepebaşı, Teşvikiye, Maçka
Milijana Mihajlovic Mary Akgüner
milijanak@gmail.com mary.akguner@gmail.com
Area H/I
Yeniköy, İstinye, Maslak, Reşitpaşa, Emirgan
Szilvia Nagy
szilviaboldva@gmail.com
Area K
Kemer, Göktürk
Stephanie Machoi
stephanie@frauenzeitalter.de
Area L
eyoğlu, Taksim/Tünel, Sultanahmet, B Harbiye, Fatih, Gümüşsuyu/Eyüp, Cihangir/ Topağacı, Gaziosmanpaşa/Kabataş
Ayşe Yufkayürek
ayse.yufkayuerek@gmail.com
Area M
Maltepe, Kadıköy/Üsküdar, Moda, Ataşehir, Kartal, Ömerli, Kücükyalı, Salacak, Tuzla
Lynn Nish
nishlynn5@gmail.com
Area O
mraniye,Ç Ü ekmeköy, Beykoz, Çengelköy, Anadolu Hisarı, Beylerbeyi, Kanlıca, Kandilli, Polonezköy, Kavacık
Valerie Celebi
valeriecelebi@superonline.com
Area P
üyükçekmece, Küçükçekmece, Hadımköy, B Bakırköy, Ataköy, Yeşilköy, Yeşilyurt, Bahçeköy/Bahçelievler, Güneşli, Yenibosna, Beylikdüzü, Halkalı, Bahçeşehir, Bağcılar, Esenyurt, Küçükköy
Boglárka Erdélyi
erdelyi.boglarka.bme@gmail.com
Area Y
Caddebostan, Fenerbahçe, Erenköy, Kalamış, Suadiye, Valideçeşme, Göztepe, Bakkalköy, Çiftehavuzlar, Şaşkınbakkal, Küçükbakkalköy, Bostancı
May 2015
Members living in Area Y are invited to attend the Asian Side Newcomers Coffee mornings. Please refer to Newcomers Page of this Lale for more details.
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NEWCOMERS ARE YOU A NEWCOMER?
Welcome! IWI holds get-togethers over coffee especially for newcomers every month, on both the Asian and European sides.
EUROPEAN SIDE COFFEE DORU RESTAURANT - ATLI SPOR CLUB, MASLAK Newcomers are welcomed to get together on the third Thursday of every month for a coffee and a friendly chat.
ASIAN SIDE COFFEE ZAMANE KAHVESI, BAĞDAT CADDESI
Ayşe will be there to greet you with a smile and introduce you to other new members.
The Asian side newcomers coffee gatherings are also popular with Asian side IWI members who have been in Istanbul for a while... Join this vibrant group of welcoming women to establish new friendships – or renew existing ones. Hosted by Gabriele Sailer.
DETAILS
DETAILS
Date
Third Thursday of each month
Time
10am – 12 midday
Venue
Date
Second Tuesday of every month starting from September
Istanbul Atlı Spor Kulübü Galatasaray Nevzat Özgörkey Binicilik Tesisleri Doru Restaurant ( Galatasaray , Atlı Spor kulübü ) inside on the grounds of Atli spor Maslak Üçyol Mevkii Sarıyer Tel: 212-286-996410mins walk from the ITU metro stop
Time
11.30am - around 1.30pm
Venue
Zamane Kahvesi, 1st floor, Bağdat Cad. 403, Suadiye (behind Derishow showroom, opposite Türkcell, after Marks and Spencers if you’re walking towards Bostancı)
Cost
Pay as you order
Reservations
Not required
Reservations
Not required
Contact details
Ayşe Yücel - 0532 356 38 43
Contact details
Gabriele Sailer – 0546 234 28 35
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May 2015
NEWCOMERS Another great turn out at the newcomers coffee morning today at Doru Restaurant, thank you ladies for coming! It was great meeting new people and sharing our experiences. We had 6 ladies becoming new members -a warm welcome to them- and a total of 18-20 ladies at our very private and warm, cozy cafe in Atli spor. Again I thank you for coming and making IWI what it is! Regards, Ayşe Yücel European Side Newcomers Coordinator
Directions for European Side Newcomers Meeting Place: By Car from Levent Drive towards Sariyer on the Maslak road. After passing ITU keep on going straight WITHOUT going towards Istinye . Go past BP gas station on your right Go past Isik Ayazağa School on your right. Then take the first exit right (Pinar Mah., Emirgan,İstinye ) go straight though to the end of the turning toward the right into the direction of the traffic (Sarıyer-Maslak) (you come out just passing Istinye park) go straight passing 1 traffic light and about 150 meters on right side you will see Atli Spor turn sharp right and park in parking area. Fee for parking 6 tl for IWI members. Doru Restaurant By car from Tarabya After passing Istinye park on your right side go past 2 traffic lights go a little further just befor the BP gas station you will see the signs, make a sharp right turn and drive to the vale Otopark. The restaurant is on the right side after walking through the gate. By metro from ITU (walking about 10 mins) Take the metro to ITU Ayazağa exist and walk towards Istinye park go up the stairs of the overpass to the other side of the street. At the bottom of the stairs turn towards the left and walk towards the BP gas station , after passing the gas station which will be on your right side keep on walking a little feather towards a bus stop. Turn right on to the street just before the bus stop, walking against traffic a short hill. Look towards the left at the top of the street, follow the arrows on the advertisement billboards. Walk down that street and go through the gate to Doru Restaurant at Atli Spor. Ayşe will have yellow IWI signs with arrows to help you find the way to the restaurant May 2015
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GROUPS, CLUBS AND REGULAR ACTIVITIES IPWIN
PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB
IWI WEEKLY OFFICE HOURS
IPWIN, the International Professional Women of Istanbul Network, welcomes all women who are working, seeking employment, or unable to work in Turkey for legal reasons. Our members meet monthly at our IPWIN ‘first Wednesday’. The ‘first Wednesday is an informal get-together based around a specific topic, and is aimed at professional development and networking in a relaxed environment. We also schedule special events through the year featuring business-related topics. Contact: ipwin@iwi-tr.org
The photo club is a group of international members whose skill levels vary from very basic to semiprofessional – but who all share the desire to capture the world in a photograph and to explore Istanbul while doing so. The group discussion includes all current event information, bi-weekly photo challenges, tips and tricks, and general photography topics. Contact: Fay Magnusson photoclubofistanbul@gmail.com
The IWI office hours are on Wednesdays from 10:30 -1:00. Our office is nice and bright and has a lovely garden. Feel free to drop in for a chat or if you have any questions. Ahmet Adnan Saygun Caddesi No 74, Çamlıtepe Sitesi Block C1/D2, Ulus 34347 0212 287 3571 There’s a map at the back of the magazine!
BOOK CLUB
ISTANBUL@NIGHT
Istanbul@night offers a regular opportunity for IWI members, their spouses and friends, to get together and enjoy a few drinks in a fun, new and interesting spot in the city. Everyone is welcome for a relaxed and sociable evening to enjoy some of the best Istanbul has to offer! Istanbul@night takes place on the last Thursday of every month. Look out for more details in the newsletter and on the IWI website. There is no cost to attending, just come and along and pay for what you order. Contact: istanbulatnight@iwi-tr.org
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There are two IWI book clubs. Book Club 1 is currently over-subscribed, but Book Club 2 is open to new members! Contact: Mary Akgüner (Book Club 2) mary.akguner@gmail.com
TENNIS CLUB
If you enjoy playing tennis please join our group! Teams are based on skill level and we welcome all players from beginners to intermediate and advanced. Tennis Group takes place at Torch Tennis in Tarabya. Contact: Kenan Dündar kenandundar911@hotmail.com 0535 390 4983
May 2015
GROUPS, CLUBS AND REGULAR ACTIVITIES
Wine Tasting Event at Anita’s!
Anita is the coordinator of Istanbul@night – a regular opportunity each month to meet on a Thursday or Friday evening with other members over good wines and bites. All IWI members are welcome – and they are also encouraged to bring along their significant others or friends. Yet another charming night among friendly faces, in a warm ambiance, with the taste of some good wine. In vino veritas! We are looking forward to welcoming you to our next event. Kind regards, Anita Jacobs Food And Wine Coordinator foodandwine@iwi-tr.org
May 2015
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CALENDAR
May M O N D AY
04
T U E S D AY
05 Aesthetics & Liposuction
W E D N E S D AY T H U R S D AY
06
07
Neighbourhood Coffee Morning
F R I D AY
S AT U R D AY
S U N D AY
01
02
03
08
09
10
15
16
17
22
23
24
30
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The Art of Antakya Cuisine
Newcomers Meeting
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12
13
Buyukada Guided Walking Tour
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14 European Side Newcomers Coffee
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20
21
Miele Centre Turkish Cuisine Event
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10
Gourmet Cookery Demo
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27
28
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May 2015
IPWIN IPWIN NEWS AND HAPPENINGS
In February, Lauren Bohn talked to IPWIN members at their first event of the month. She is the GroundTruth Project’s inaugural Middle East correspondent based in Istanbul and a columnist for Foreign Policy Magazine. She’s the cofounder of Foreign Policy Interrupted, an initiative dedicated to amplifying female voices in foreign policy. She is also a social entrepreneur, having co-founded SchoolCycle, a United Nations Foundation campaign in Malawi to provide bikes for adolescent girls to get to school. A finalist for a 2012 Livingston Award, she’s reported from Egypt, Tunisia, Bahrain, Syria, the U.A.E., Israel, Gaza, the West Bank, Lebanon, Jordan, Zambia, Malawi, and Nigeria. Lauren talked about the difficulties faced by women across the world in trying to get themselves heard, whether in politics or corporations and most other forums. If only women had a fair representation everywhere, the world would have looked different today. The discussion that ensued was an extremely interesting and insightful one. The second event in February was by Mike Freedman of Scotwork, with 40 years of experience and 36 offices around the globe, it is the world’s authority on negotiation. Mike is an excellent speaker and trainer with years of experience training thousands. He used live and simple examples to demonstrate how effectively a person can negotiate without aggression and coercion. The key to good negotiation is preparation, he stressed.
May 2015
This event was much appreciated by the participants and based on its success, we might call Mike again. The topics in March focused on helping our women entrepreneurs. Digital marketing by Gabriele Salier took the attendees through intricacies of Google Adword. The presentation included details about the trends and importance of Adwords and a step-wise description of how to do it all was also taught. Nicole Liao, our IWI Treasurer was our speaker for our second event in March. It was a workshop, where she talked about “How to Make a Business Plan”. Two examples were the basis of all discussions, a service based and product based business. In April, Martina Pavone has talked about the opportunities for foreign women with OnarNGO and women’s empowerment. This would be followed by our second session by Semiha Unal, who talked about the cultural aspects of working in Turkey as a foreigner. This was a much awaited session. We will continue to support our members by inviting excellent speakers, thought leaders and specialists and arranging great topics for the purpose of enhancing the careers of foreign women in Istanbul. IPWIN Coordinator Namita Srivastava
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PROGRAMS AESTHETICS AND LIPOSUCTION SEMINAR BY DR. FERIT DEMIRKAN
Are you curious about liposuction? Have you ever wondered what it entailed? To get all your questions answered and more, please join us to listen to Plastic Surgeon, Dr.Ferit Demirkan explain all there is to know, this will include: 1. Why liposuction is in the top 3 aesthetic operations and how it is not done primarily for loosing weight but for body contouring 2. The 5 different types- classical, VASER, with radiofrequency, waterjet, and lazer. oo lazer liposuction is the only one with efficient skin tighthening oo Skin tighthening allows us to go in areas that were not possible before, like the neck and upper arms oo It is also efficient for knee and calf shaping oo cellulite may be improved by a special hand piece as well 3. Recovery
THE ART OF ANTAKYA CUISINE
Due to the popularity of our hands on cookery demonstratıon at chef Murat Bozok’s cooking school, our program coordinator, Ayse, has organised a further series of programs. This one is another ‘hands on’ course; this time demonstrating Antakya cuisine which is renowned for its spicy food and is greatly celebrated. Antakya, formerly known as Antioch, is the seat of the Hatay Province in southern Turkey. Why not take this opportunity to develop your skills in preparing authentic regional Turkish food? Your menu will be: oo Red lentil and bulgar balls (mercimek köfte) oo Spicy Turkish chickpeas falafel oo Classic Antioch kebab with walnuts (mortadella) oo Complementary Antioch desert - Kunefe oo Your meal will also include complementary beverages and wine.
oo a post operative device-based massage therapy makes the results excellent oo No visible scars are left oo downtime is a few days oo Cynasure Triplex is used which is currently the most advanced machine with three different wavelengths specific for fat and collagen Date Time Meeting Point Cost Participants Reservations Deadline Person to contact Contact Details
Tuesday, May 12th, 2015 11:00am – 12:00pm Acıbadem Fulya Hospital Free Minimum 10 Online at the website: www. iwi-tr.org Thursday, May 7th, 2015 Cynthia Hadatoglu programs@iwi-tr.org
Date Time Location Discounted cost Participants Reservations Deadline Person to contact Contact Details
Friday, 15 May, 2015 10:45am – 3:00pm International Wine & Spirits Academy (near Şişli- Mecidiyeköy metro stop) 120 TL in cash only (Complementary wine and beverages included) Maximum 8, Minimum 6 Online at the website: www. iwi-tr.org Monday, 11 May, 2015 Ayse Yucel reservations@iwi-tr.org
Please note: A reservation made is a reservation paid — any cancellations after the RSVP deadline are payable in full.
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May 2015
PROGRAMS MIELE CENTRE TURKISH CUISINE EVENT
BÜYÜKADA GUIDED WALKING TOUR
Miele, the German-based manufacturer of high-end domestic appliances, is sponsoring this cooking demonstration for IWI members at their Istanbul centre.
Büyükada is the largest of the Prince Islands in the Sea of Marmara, near Istanbul. The island consists of two peaks, İsa Tepesi (meaning Jesus Hill in Turkish), is topped by the former Greek orphanage, a huge wooden building now in decay.
Their chef, Volkan Uysal is from Antalya and he has experience as an executive chef as well as working as an innovative culinary manager for well-known food brands such as Knorr, Cartedor, Calve and Lipton, eventually becoming Director of Innovation for the world-renowned Domino’s Pizza. He has written cookery books and had his own show on two television channels and his mission is to bring his passion for cooking to a wider audience. The menu will be: oo Red lentil soup (Enzo gelin soup) oo Turkish steamed rice (Ali Pasa pilavi) oo Chopped tomato salad with pomegranate sauce (Gavur Dağ salata) oo Smoked eggplant with stewed lamb cubes on top (Hunker Beğendi) oo Baklava oo Turkish rice pudding (Sutlaç) Date Time Location
Discounted cost Participants Reservations Deadline Person to contact Contact Details
Monday 25th May, 2015 11.00 am Miele headquarters in Atasehir - Barbaros Mahallesi, Çiğdem Sokak. Free mini bus pick ups provided from Kadıkoy and Zincirlikuyu 60 TL for members and 75 TL for nonmembers Maximum 11, Minimum 8 Online at the website: www. iwi-tr.org Thursday 20th May, 2015 Ayse Yucel reservations@iwi-tr.org
Rich in history, Byzantine Emperor Justin II built a palace and monastery in C.E. 569. A convent was the place of exile for several Byzantine empresses. There is also the Aya Yorgi Church and Monastery dating back to the 6th century, the Agios Dimitrios Church, and the Hamidiye Mosque built by Abdul Hamid II. We shall be walking up to the Aya Yorgi Church, where you will have a great view of the island and Istanbul mainland. Depending on the time available, we shall pass by Hamidiye mosque, possibly some of the orthodox churches and along the way some of the beautiful historic mansions. We will also stop for lunch at one of the many delicious seafood restaurants. Please note that this is a walking tour, so please come prepared with good walking shoes. Date Time
Monday, May 18th, 2015 Depart: Approx. 8:30am (exact time TBA depending on ferry service) Return: Late afternoon (exact time TBA depending on ferry service) Meeting Point Kabataş ferryboat pier (or Büyükada for those coming from Asian side) Cost 40TL (lunch and ferry boat extra) Participants Maximum 20, Minimum 16 Reservations Online at the website: www. iwi-tr.org Deadline Wednesday, May 13th, 2015 Person to contact Cynthia Hadatoglu Contact Details programs@iwi-tr.org
Please note: A reservation made is a reservation paid — any cancellations after the RSVP deadline are payable in full. May 2015
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PROGRAMS EVENING GOURMET COOKERY DEMONSTRATION FOR COUPLES
Ladies, we feel that your partners should not be left out of the opportunity to take part in this fantastic series of cookery demonstrations by the Michelin starred chef Murat Bozat. Therefore, this program has been organised by our coordinator, Ayse so that your other half can learn to cook a beautiful gourmet meal for you, although we know that many men already enjoy cooking and would love to take part and develop their skills in this professional environment. Murat will give you plenty of helpful advice, sharing his experience and passion for cooking. In addition to the fun, hands on cooking experience you will enjoy having dinner together, eating the food you have prepared. Your menu will be: oo Gnocchi (classic Italian pasta made from potatoes) with sage and nutmeg oo Asparagus with parmesan cream oo Slowly cooked duck (from Brittany) with orange sauce oo Complimentary desert - Earl Grey crème brûlée oo Your meal will also include complimentary beverages and wine. Date Time Location Discounted cost
Participants Reservations Deadline Person to contact Contact Details
Friday, 29 May, 2015 6.30 pm International Wine & Spirits Academy (near Şişli- Mecidiyeköy metro stop) 140 TL per person in cash only (Complementary wine and beverages included) Maximum 4 couples, minimum 3 couples Online at the website: www. iwi-tr.org Monday, 25 May, 2015 Ayse Yucel reservations@iwi-tr.org
Please note: A reservation made is a reservation paid — any cancellations after the RSVP deadline are payable in full.
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May 2015
PROGRAMS SUMMER LUNCH AT ZUMA
MARK YOUR CALENDARS LADIES
...For our exciting summer lunch. After a very successful year of programs and activities with IWI, it’s time to celebrate at the year end summer lunch. This year our Gourmet Guru Ayşe Yücel has chosen a venue not to be missed. Our Lunch will be at the very elegant water front Zuma restaurant. This very special menu has been selected especially for IWI with an extraordinary price. Zuma, the brainchild of award winning co-founder and creator Rainer Becker, brings its internationally acclaimed style of modern Japanese cuisine to Istanbul. Already renowned in London, Hong Kong, Dubai, Miami, Bangkok, Abu Dhabi and New York, ZUMA offers a contemporary representation of the informal Japanese dining style Izakaya. Dishes are designed to share; the three kitchens present authentic yet alluring options, with bold flavours and simple presentation, highlighting quality ingredients. Respecting the traditions of Japanese food culture, ZUMA brings the authentic flavours and textures of Japanese cuisine and delivers them - ZUMA Style. Date Time Location Discounted cost
Participants Reservations Deadline Person to contact Contact Details May 2015
Wednesday 10th June 12.00 Noon Zuma Restaurant, Ortakoy 120 TL for members, 135 TL for nonmembers in cash only (One glass of wine complementary of KDT included) Maximum 80, Minimum 40 Online at the website: www. iwi-tr.org Monday 8th June 2015 Ayse Yucel
The menu will be: oo steamed edamame with maldon salt (v) oo zuma salad, beetroot, shichimi pepper and maple syrup (v) oo avacado and asparagus salad with yuzu honey dressing oo thinly sliced seabass with yuzu truffle oil and salmon roe oo crispy fried squid, green chilli and lime oo oo oo oo oo
Chef’s selection of maki rolls and nigiri salmon maki kappa maki seabream nigiri Salmon nigiri
oo ribeye, wafu sauce and garlic chips oo salmon teriyaki with pickled cucumber (a) oo stir fried ramen, fresh vegetables, seaweed sauce and dried chilli oo mushroom skewers with garlic and butter soy oo sweet corn with chilli ponzu butter oo exotic and seasonal fruit platter oo water, tea and black coffee inclusive
reservations@iwi-tr.org
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IWI
Join the IWI Board & IWI Teams! • Do you want to sharpen your professional skills? • Do you want to learn a completely new skill? • Do you have some extra time on your hands?
• Do you have excellent people skills? • Do you want to meet people from all over the world and join a fun team?
If you answered ‘yes’ to any of the above questions, we may have a place for you on the IWI board or teams. Whether you would like to help a little, or to play a more professional role, we would like to speak to you! There’s no need to have a gap in your CV. Gain valuable experience volunteering with IWI while you are in Istanbul. Current team openings: SUPPORT ROLES Programs Coordinator Are you an organisational dynamo? IWI’s programs team needs someone to help receive reservations, write-up program descriptions and help with other administrative tasks as needed. Coming up with ideas for new programs and helping to organise them could also be a part of this role if desired. Could this be you? Please contact Cynthia Hadatoğlu, our Programs Coordinator, to find out more. You can reach Cynthia at programs@iwi-tr.org.
Sponsorship Coordinator Are you keen to be part of a dynamic team and to help the IWI community? The sponsorship assistant will be responsible for maintaining the sponsor database and assisting with IWI fundraising events by contacting sponsors for donations of cash, products, services or raffle gifts. For this role you will need very good communication and organisational skills. Ability to speak Turkish to at least an intermediate level would be ideal. Could this be you? Please contact Anne Marie Yilmaz, our Sponsorship Coordinator, to find out more. You can reach Anne Marie at sponsorship@iwi-tr.org.
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PREVIOUS For the love of coffee
Discovering the complex process of coffee – from plant to cup
Recently, along with other IWI members, I had the opportunity to learn about third-wave coffee directly from an expert, thanks to event hosts Miele and presenters from Coffee Manifesto. Third-wave coffee in Istanbul Since I moved to Istanbul in 2012, finding a decent, baristamade espresso has become much easier. Finding good coffee for home use is easier now too, as many cafés are roasting and selling their own beans. This is all part of the ‘third-wave’ coffee movement – which some feel has been slow in coming to Turkey but is now absolutely evident in Istanbul. Ask stupid questions… Cemal Şişman has recently established Coffee Manifesto, a roastery headquartered in Ataşehir. For now, Coffee Manifesto is focused on selling beans – both blended and single origin roasts – but they also hope to open their own Coffee Manifesto café. As Şişman sees it, the third-wave movement centres around knowledge – knowing the origins of your coffee, and understanding what you are drinking and why it tastes the way it does.
Coffee Manifesto’s Italian-style espresso blend
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IWI members enjoyed espresso coffee from this machine
The slow process of cold brew
Şişman is passionate about communicating the complexities of all that happens to coffee before it reaches the cup to customers. This is reflected in the statement ‘ask stupid questions’ which is printed on all Coffee Manifesto’s takeaway cups and packets of beans. Foolproof coffee at home IWI members tasted coffee prepared six different ways at the Miele headquarters in Ataşehir. The more unusual methods included chemex-style filter coffee and cold brew – both very much on-trend in third-wave coffee shops in Istanbul presently. Espresso and cappuccino were also prepared for us, both using Coffee Manifesto’s ‘No. 1’ Italian-style blend. Both of these were prepared by Coffee Manifesto’s barista using a premium home espresso machine made by Miele. Şişman remarked that given the amount of time and care goes into the production of artisan coffee, it’s a shame to risk ruining it in the few minutes that it takes to finally make an espresso. The dependable results from the Miele machine, therefore, made it ideal for use at home by those who appreciate good coffee. Text: Eleanor Ross | Images: Anne-Marie Yilmaz
PREVIOUS The Art of Cooking Meat
Delicious and wonderfully friendly atmosphere. Thank you for organizing this. Will definitely sign up for other lessons!!! Muriel W. The Chef is magnificent and charismatic. I learned a lot and the food was really delicious. Nancy B. I have a new appreciation for the "orchestration" of meals we enjoy out. I am so grateful to have learned from chief Murat and his Assistant how to incorporate more artistry and flavor into my own Kitchen . Cindy B. The best thing about the day for me was learning professional tips which Murat bey showed generously Diane K. Great lesson and delicious food :):):) Johanna I had the most wonderful time . We need more of that. Natasha Fabulous , it was so good. Learned a lot. Super fun and interesting. EeLin Thank you ladies for coming. Thank you Chief Murat Bey for the wonderful experience . May the wonderful favors of life surround you all with love, happiness and pleasure. AyĹ&#x;e
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PREVIOUS Talk by Dr. Karen Akinci During this engrossing talk given by Dr. Karen Akinci on the International and Turkish laws that affect many foreigners married to Turkish spouses, we learned how this can apply to marriage, divorce, inheritance, custody, military service and much more. Many of us were surprised at some of the laws and differences between Turkey and our native countries and as Karen stated, better to be aware and prepared! Questions abounded and Karen graciously answered them all, extending our talk so as to be able to answer them all. Many thanks to Dr. Akinci and her staff for warmly welcoming us into their law offices.
The Yamuna Body Rolling Workshop The Yamuna Body Rolling Workshop was led by Evrim Erbil S端ner, one of only two certified Yamuna instructors in Turkey. Using a Yamuna ball designed for body rolling and our own body weight, we made small movements and with deep breathing we released tension from our necks, backs, leg muscles and more. This method allowed us to feel more open and looser and the effects are cumulative, improving mobility and flexibility. A much appreciated workshop with our welcoming and friendly instructor, we look forward to learning more about using Yamuna body rolling in our daily life. For private or group sessions you can contact Evrim at eerbil@ yahoo.com or 0532 541 9950
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PREVIOUS Tango Workshop Led by Dr. Melin Levent Yuna, our couples Tango workshop introduced us to the rhythm and music of the Tango. To begin with, we learnt that this dance is essentially walking with a partner to the music and definitely not as easy as it looks! With the music in the background and Melin's clear instructions, we clasped our partners arms, counted our steps and strode to understand the basics of this fascinating ballroom dance.
Grand Bazaar Rooftop Walking Hidden in and around the Grand Bazaar, our guide Monica Fritz, introduced us to the hidden little doorways leading us to the rooftops and some amazing views. With Istanbul laid out before us, we took advantage of the slightly overcast day to capture the unique light. An enjoyable tour, Monica also proposes other walks around Istanbul, to find out more: www. alternativecitytours.com and photographistanbul.blogspot.com
For private or group lessons you can reach Melin at Tel: 0532 246 4218 or by email: mleventyuna@gmail.com
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Charity Funds With your gracious support, IWI successfully raised a combined total of TL74,895 from the two main Charity events of the 2013– 2014 season – the Christmas Festival and Spring Ball. TL35,000 was distributed to the following institutions (with each receiving an equal proportion): • YORET VAKFI Education: a program for counselors for at risk children learning conflict resolution tools •MAVI KALEM Women’s rights and welfare for at risk women/children •BOMONTI HOME FOR THE AGED Elder care •IZEV Education for Down’s Syndrome adults • EUROPA DONNA TURKEY Breast cancer advocacy The remaining amount has been allocated to future IWI Charity projects and IWI operational expenses. Your generosity for charitable causes is ver y much appreciated. The IWI Board works diligently not only to ser ve the local community of international women, but also to support those who are in need. Should you have any questions about IWI funds and fund allocation, please do not hesitate to contact IWI treasurer Nicole Liao at treasur y@iwi-tr.org.
We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give - Winston Churchill
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Teşekkür Ederim from our Grantees! Europa Donna Breast cancer awareness and advocacy “We have a lot to say in the way of thanks. Thanks for your interest in women’s health, working with us in the Christmas Bazaar, which both helps facilitate a network among our local breast cancer survivors as well as provides income for free of charge mammography to women across Turkey.” IWI support for Europa Donna Turkey has enabled us through our local team to create breast cancer awareness through giving seminars in the selected high schools for the students to take care of their mother’s breast health for an early diagnosis, and thus for their lives to be saved. Europa Donna Turkey sends big thanks to IWI and wishes to continue our common goal on women’s health and breast awareness!!!’ -Violet Aroyo, Director Europa Donna, Turkey chapter
YÖRET Children´s advocacy “IWI has always meant a lot to YÖRET, because when we presented our children rights and advocacy projects, your organization was always there to give some support. Our projects varied from year to year. We used IWI support for training school counselors and counseling student. After the training was over, we made sure they could use the information and skills they got to help disadvantaged groups of children and their families. Since we cooperate with the National Ministry of Education, we were able to help many children in the public schools in various districts of Istanbul. Our goal is to continue our projects that aim to bring peace and understanding among young children in schools and at home through learning about nonviolent communication, respect to differences and conflict resolution skills.¨ -Nuket Atalay MSW Honorary President of YÖRET Foundation
Mavi Kalem Children and Women´s Rights and Advocacy “Mavi Kalem advocates to improve children, women rights and voluntarism. IWI has supported Mavi Kalem´s work for the last 10 years. Long -term donors are very valuable to ensure sustainability as the International Women of Istanbul, because of that IWI’s support is significant for the Mavi Kalem team.” - Gamze KARADAĞ KOÇ General Coordinator / First Aid & Health Trainer
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CHARITY Bomonti House Elder care Bomonti House welcomes elderly people without means or with only very small resources, whatever their nationality, opinions or religions. This situation in Istanbul is the same as in the other 31 countries where many good willed people offer fraternal help to the aged in order to welcome, comfort and accompany them until the hour of death by the elderly placed by God in our care, in a climate of respect and total liberty. Like many good hearted people IWI has been very helpful in the past years for the renovation of the rooms of the residents, and for the maintenance of the residence home. Thank you for your help in the past and hoping that you will continue. We assure you our prayers for all those who contribute their time and making a sacrifice to help the poor. -Sister Mary Mother Superior Istanbul Little Sisters of the Poor
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IWI CHARITY COORDINATOR KRISTINA WILFORE
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FEATURES History of Bathing While all cultures have a history of bathing in some form, not all have turned it in to such a hedonistic activity as have the ancient Greek and Romans, the Japanese and then later the Turks. Aromatherapist Jo Harris tells us the story of bathing.
Bathing has always been a popular pursuit and not only in the pursuit of cleanliness. It was also a very social activity. Opinions about bathing have swung wildly from favouring to prohibiting, where the latter seems to be more about the time that was ‘wasted’ and the ‘indulgence’ of bathing rather than an opposition to cleanliness. The first bath to have been found is the ‘Great bath’ dated to 2500BC from the area that is now known as Pakistan. The ancient Greeks were the first culture to become enamoured with the idea of bathhouses. They used them after sweating it out in the gymnasium, which was part of the bathhouse, to relax and socialise once the sweat and grime had been scraped from their bodies. The Romans took the Greek bathhouses and extended the idea radically, building huge monuments to house them. Public bathhouses became so popular that they had to come up with a way to transport water to them, and thus invested in aqueducts to pipe the water to bathhouses. Some wealthy Romans had baths in their houses but these were very few, as the pipes that took the water to the houses were taxed and so the great majority of the population used public bathhouses. They were open to all. Women generally had the use of the baths earlier in the day and the men had the afternoons. The baths were quite a technological feat for the time and used underground heating to heat up large areas of floor and water and were often situated over natural hot springs. The habit was to cleanse first and then to socialise. The Romans used oil as part of the bathing process. Before bathing they would rub themselves with oils and salves so that the heat from the steam would help absorption of them into their skin and then after sweating, the oil and grime
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would be scraped off. The Romans did not use soap. The baths consisted of a tepidarium (warm bath or room) and caldarium (hot bath) and a frigidarium (cold bath or room). The complex would also contain barbers, shops, rooms to discuss politics and even libraries. They were often an architectural showcase, being well decorated with mosaics, columns and statues and using a generous amount of marble. There were always bath attendants on hand and masseurs. The baths were cheap and sometimes even free and thus were frequented by everyone. Great examples of Roman baths can still be seen in Italy (Pompeii), England (Bath) and Turkey (Ephesus). This love of bathing continued somewhat into the middle ages with social activities often taking place while bathing. It is said that there were banquets done in the bath with floating tables (Rudofsky cited by Heise). Most royalty took bathing seriously and entertained their guests by treating them to baths and impressing them with how sumptuous a bath could be and some would bathe together. Japanese culture also has a great fondness for bathing. Ancient examples of their bathhouses were hot springs in caves. Japan has a very long history of the bath, perhaps as a result of the archipelago’s volcanic landmass with its many hot springs. Buddhism is another factor. Bathing in Japan is often divided into being either religious or therapeutic. “Hygiene not only purified the body of sin but also brought luck” von Furtenburg cited by Heise.“ In the West, a bath is a place where one goes to cleanse the body; in Japan, it is where one goes to cleanse the soul,” Smith and Yamamoto cited by Butler, 2005. The first public bathhouse in Japan dates from the mid 13th century
but they started to become more and more popular by the 15th century, eventually becoming something of a social institution. However, in the 19th century, mixed baths were outlawed because of the sexual activity that occurred in the bathhouses and also as a reaction to increased tourism in the effort of appearing more modest to the outside world. There are also other cultures where bathing was an extremely important activity. Mexico and Central America have a history of steam baths which use herbs for healing and health, so does Asia. Turkish baths also have a long history. They are closely related to Roman baths and are believed to have originated around 600AD. According to one source, in 1752, Istanbul had 170 public bathhouses. Their purpose was not only for cleansing and purifying, held in very high esteem by the Islamic faith, and therefore hamams were often built next to mosques for the faithfuls’ ablutions, but they were also used for social interaction. This is especially so for women as Ottoman women were limited to the house otherwise. Although hamams were originally only for men, there were also hamams for women, either being separate buildings or a separate part of the same building. They were intended for everyone and their fees were modest. Like most other bathhouses, there was some use for prostitution and homoerotic activities on the part of the tellaks, the young unbearded, migrant bath attendants from other parts of the Ottoman Empire. Seeing the hamam, as one pillar of good health, the Arab doctor Avicenna (Ibn Sina) regarded a regular visit as a routine part of wellness. Hamams were also testament to the current Sultan’s greatness, and like their antecedent, Roman baths, they were architecturally May 2015
FEATURES splendid using massive amounts of marble. One of the greatest examples of a Turkish hamam is Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamam, which was built by the great Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan (mimar meaning architect) in 1556. Çemberlitaş hamam also built by Mimar Sinan in 1584, is another very popular example of a Turkish bathhouse as is Cağaloğlu hamam, which was built in 1741. 15th century Europe, however, saw a dramatic change in bathing habits. In the early 14th century, Paris had 32 public baths. But due to the outbreak of the plague and the spreading of sexual diseases such as syphilis, the church started to place more prohibitions on public bathing and the public bathhouse started its decline. Christians started to view bathing as something sinful, as a result of the mixing of sexes and thus sexual encounters in bathhouses. It was then that the church is said to have started prizing dirtiness as a virtue, seeing cleanliness as a result of vanity and time wasted. Bathing and water was then linked to sins such as promiscuity and also disease (miasma). Even medical sources linked disease and water, stating that because warm water opened up the pores, it also let in disease. At this time, it was believed that clean clothes were a sign of class rather than bathing. People began to forgo bathing or at least indulge in it very irregularly and used perfume instead to mask the smell of their unwashed bodies or carried around bags of perfumes and herbs when in crowded places to help deal with the stench of unwashed bodies. One source even claims that some people of royalty, such as the French King Louis XIV and Spain’s Queen Isabella stank and both apparently washed their whole bodies only twice in their lifetime. During this time, washing the hands, the feet and the face was common but the entire body was rarely washed or submerged in water. It is even said that Queen Elizabeth, who liked bathing, only had a bath once a month. With time, doctors realised that the pores were not opened as much as they had previously believed by bathing and that even opened pores were good to let the body sweat and regular washing with water was a beneficial practice. At this time, bathhouses were made popular again. Not only bathhouses started to reappear, but also swimming pools were invested in. Hydrotherapy, the treatment with hot water, especially with thermal springs, also became popular in Europe in the 19th century, first among the rich and then spreading to other classes. Turkish baths also became very popular all over the world. Cleanliness was again seen as a virtue with the perhaps over-obsession that we have with it in today’s world.
Why not indulge in your own ‘hydrotherapy’ at home? Here is a recipe! (in purple) oo oo oo oo
½ cup Epsom salts (magnesium sulphate) ½ cup sea salt or Himalayan salt ¼ cup bicarbonate of soda ¼ cup of bentonite clay (optional but good for detoxifyng the body) oo 8 drops of essential oilsoo Detoxifying- 3 drops juniper berry, 3 drops cypress, 2 drops grapefruit oo Relaxing- 3 drops orange, 3 drops cedarwood, 2 drops bergamot
Sources: Butler, L.A. (2005) Washing off the dust. Baths and bathing in late medieval Japan. Monumenta Nipponica, Volume 60(1), pp. 1-41 Ergin, N. (2011) The Albanian tellak connection: Labour migration to the hammams of 18th century, based on the 1752 Istanbul Hamamları Defteri. Turcica 43, pp. 231-256. Heise, J. (2007) A Short History of Bathing before 1601: Washing, Baths, and Hygeine in Medieval and Renaissance Europe, with sidelights on other customs http://www. gallowglass.org/jadwiga/herbs/baths.html History learning site. Roman baths. http://www. historylearningsite.co.uk/roman_baths.htm Medievalists. net. Did people in the Middle Ages take baths? http://www.medievalists.net/2013/04/13/did-people-in-themiddle-ages-take-baths/ Today I found out. Why Bathing Was Uncommon in Medieval Europe http://www.todayifoundout.com/index.php/2011/05/whybathing-was-uncommon-in-medieval-europe/ History of Ancient Roman Baths http://www.dl.ket.org/latin2/mores/baths/history/page02.htm BBC. The origins of bathhouse culture around the world. http://www.bbc.com/travel/blog/20121129-the-origins-ofbathhouse-culture-around-the-world Steam therapy. http://blog.mrsteam.com/bid/337168/TheTurkish-Hamam-and-the-History-of-Steam-Bathing
WRITER: JO HARRIS Jo Harris has been interested in aromatherapy and using essential oils therapeutically for more than 20 years. She was professionally trained in 2007 and since has regularly taken continuing education in specialist aromatherapy. As well as being an aromatherapist, she produces and gives workshops about natural skin care products, is a remedial massage therapist, baby massage instructor and HypnoBirthing instructor. Working with essential oils and aromatic plants is one of Jo’s greatest passions. Her website is www.momma-zen.com May 2015
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Neighborhood Tour: Anadolu Hisarı I took the ferry from Bebek to Anadolu Hisarı to meet my sweet friend Ece. Anadolu Hisarı is located on the Asian side of Istanbul and means “Anatolian castle”. Ece waited for me in front of the “Anadolu Hisarı Iskelesi” to take me to BigChefs, a seaside restaurant with a wonderful view. We met for teatime and the restaurant was decorated very festive. Ece explained to me that the restaurant is one of the top meeting points in Anadolu Hisarı with one of the greatest views: you can see Bebek, the amazing Rumeli Hisarı castle and the Bosporus bridge. Afterwards, Ece showed me around her neighborhood. The quarter is called Anadolu Hisarı due to its castle that was built in the time of the Ottoman sultans. The location to build the castle was chosen since it is the narrowest point of the Bosporus strait. Initially it was used as watchtower but in the time of Constantinople it was a military prison. The castle is not only located seaside but also next to a creek called Göksu. What is more, Anadolu Hisarı is the location of the Kücüksu Palace. The palace was built by the ottoman sultan Abd-ul-Mejid I. It was used as short stay residence for sultans. Sechan, who was a stage designer at the Vienna State Opera was commissioned for the interior design. The palace not only appeared in Bollywood but also in a James Bond film. The palace is opened everyday excluding Mondays and Thursdays.
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FEATURES One of the most famous fish restaurants on the Asian shore is “Lacivert” which is also located in Ece’s neighborhood. You can find a lot of small bakeries all around Anadolu Hisarı. Ece showed me the Mihrabat Which is located on the top of Anadolu Hisarı.
It not only has a stunning view but it also offers a walking parcour through a beautiful park. Where is neighborhood located? Anadolu Hisarı is on the Asian shore of the Bosphorus. It is located between Kanlıca and Kandilli. Also, Anadolu Hisarı is located just across Bebek and the Rumeli Hisarı castle. What historical buildings are located in your neighborhood? Anadolu Castle and Küçüksu Palace. What is unique about your neighborhood? The great view with its historic buildings. It is easy to reach and its atmosphere is peaceful. You do not get into traffic since it is located very close to the bridge. It only takes 15 minutes by car if you go to Bebek or to Istinye. You can take the Vapur to Arnavutköy, Beşiktaş, Bebek, Beylerbeyi, Çubuklu,Emirgan,Kabataş, Kanlıca and Küçüksu. What are your favorite local restaurants? Lacivert and Big Chefs.
WRITER: Luise Melissa Denise Asci Luise Melissa Denise Asci is half German - half Turkish. She was born in Germany but she moved to Turkey when she was 4 years old and she lives together with her family in Bebek. She graduated from the German High School of Istanbul in 2012 andcurrently studies Business Administration at Koç University in Sariyer. She will graduate in May 2016. Her hobbies include photography, travelling, ballet, Pilates and art. She speaks German, Turkish, French and English. May 2015
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TRAVEL, WEAR & CONQUER If Summer was a nation, its national anthem would be the song’ “In the Summertime” by Mungo Jerry. When the weather’s fine/ We go fishin’ or go swimmin’ in the sea/ We’re always happy/ Life’s for livin’ yeah, that’s our philosophy. Whether you are on a beach or a boat this Summer, the lyrics strike the very core of our holidayselves in which we blissfully lay under the sun with a drink in one hand and a book in the other. Whether you like sailing or swimming, surfing or sun-bathing, Summer gives you the freedom to do it all, in style, of course. However, not all vacation spots in Turkey sing to the same tune; the elements vary according to their geographical location, naturally endowed wonders and resources, social dynamics and vibrating resonants of its historical past. The rhythm of the vacation can be fast, relaxed as a harmony, smooth as a melody or deep as a musical texture. So let’s go explore the hottest Summer destinations in Turkey and listen for the one which sings to your soul.
Gocek, Fethiye The Spot: is a little piece of heaven on Earth. It is both a nature lovers dream and a yachtsman’s playground with six state-of-the-art marinas. Gocek’s bay cuddles archipelago of twelve islands and coves making it an ideal spot for sailing. Since 1988, Gocek has been under protection making it free of tourism developers and perfect for those seeking a secluded holiday destination. Nevertheless, Gocek is quiet upmarket for Turkey, attracting professional sailors and yachtsmen from all around the world. A gulet, a traditional sailing vessel, can be rented to cruise around the archipelago and to see the ancient Roman and Lycian ruins dotting the coastline. The all-inclusive Rixos Premium Gocek has suites and waterfront villas for the ultimate Gocek experience. It’s water-facing property, sheltered by nature, makes it the perfect place to getaway. The Fashion: Since the town’s primary attraction is sailing, the essential accoutrements are necessary. Paul & Shark is known for setting the trends on fashionable yachting wear. Grab a yachting jacket from their shop at Akasya AVM. A striped-boatneck t-shirt is a classic, forever stylish, paired with a khaki bermuda shorts is the archetypal sailing look. But one should never step onto a boat, yacht, or gulet without a Sperry Top Sider boat shoes, which now come in colorful plaid, gingham, and leopard canvases, as well as in metallic leather and multicolored suede. For a late night or an early morning sail around the bay, a lightweight cashmere sweater from CashmereInLove, is a great alternative to a conventional gear for relaxing on the deck under the starry night. Riox’s beachfront dining area is a glamorous sight to behold. The ‘Ostara Long’ dress by Lady Faith rises to the occasion and makes an aesthetic statement against the sounds of the soft waves crashing into the weathered rocks and sands on the beach.
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FEATURES Alacati, Ceşme The Spot: is a beautiful historic town with iconic Rum stone houses running along cobblestone streets. This little town in Izmir is sandwiched between two very different kinds of beaches. One side has white, sandy beaches with clear blue waters, whereas the other side has rocky and windy beaches with clear water. It is the latter that attracts surfers from all over the world to Alacati. The wind there blows offshore, making it ideal for wind-surfing. The wind-surfing resorts along the shores of the Alacati Port are fully-equipped with gear and instructors, if needed. Take a break from sun-bathing or surfing and visit a vineyard at the neighboring town of Urla. At night, you can head to the town for an authentic, modern or fusion restaurants: all based on the Ege region’s cuisine. The town has an air of Cihangir’s artists colony to it. It is a very chic and affluent town with beautiful surf and beach resorts along the shores. Streets outlined by the boutique Alacatistyle hotels and villas with wisteria scaling the walls, and posh restaurants and cafes with seating under the lush begonvil trees. There are plenty of hotels to choose from, but Manastir Alacati Butik Hotel is a beauty to behold. One of the more spacious hotel there with 18 rooms and a pool surrounded by palm trees. The Fashion: The who’s-who of Turkish fashion and entertainment world goes to Alaçatı to see and be seen. The town is quite stylish with its designer boutiques carrying the latest summer fashion. To blend in with the locals, one must look the part of being both polished and suave. If you plan to surf, bring your sun-guard or wet suit. The designer Cynthia Rowley has the latest in fashionable sun-guards in modern patterns. While everyone wears black wet suits, you could be wind surfing in style. For shopping at the one-of-akind boutiques, or just touring the town during the day, opt for lightweight cotton dresses. The designer label to keep close-by is Lady Faith Mood by Nazlı Soylu. A Parsons School of Design alumni and a former print designer for DVF, Nazli knows how to evoke emotions through her paintings, which are then printed on textiles. Each piece is an art work of varying brush strokes in bold hues categorized into six chapters of womanhood. A woman is not just the female gender of the society, she is a goddess. Her prints, goddess of earth, change, love, courage, patience and miracle, are much more than textile art; they symbolize, celebrate and empower every stage of womanhood through the power of energy procured by colors. The viewers are drawn and affected by the energetic bursts, whose source can only be explained by the mystic spell Nazli puts you under. A spell which makes every woman feel radiant, enlightened and goddess-like. Wear one of her beautiful ‘Atel’ dresses, silk ‘Assos’ kaftan or ‘Kema’ top with a matching sarong off the beach. Or wear a long, flowing Kundalini OneShoulder silk dress to dine at any one of the gastronomicallypleasing restaurants like Mitu at the Alavya Hotel. You can find her collection in Alacati at the Sign-In Store. You can shop online at www.ladyfaith.com.tr or visit the boutique in Bebek before your Summer holiday. Cevdet Pasa Caddesi, Park Apartmani No. 33/3 Bebek, Istanbul (212)287-3322
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FEATURES Gumusluk, Bodrum The Spot: Bodrum is the most well known Turkish town and the most visited Summer destination in Turkey. Bodrum’s glowing sun shining upon the calm turquoise sea beckons and lures even the strictest dermatologists. And even though it hardly requires an inauguration into the hall of vacationfame, there is more to this city than over-crowded beaches, tour-hawkers and franchised restaurants with inflated prices. Visiting little towns and villages further away from the Bodrum center are trending at the moment. Gumusluk is one of such fishman’s town with unjaded beauty and untainted authenticity. The main shore of the town overlooks the Rabbit Island and to reach the island, one literally walks on water to get across. The Fashion: The streets, restaurants and clubs are bustling with people sporting the latest Summer trends. It is a town whose mood and style is Summer smart-casual. The effortless, lace ‘Kammy’ shorts and a classic grosgrain hat from Tory Burch are this season’s must haves from her collection. Paired with wide-heel sandal from Tod’s and the MehryMu ‘Rez’ bag in a similar gray tone set a practical style with a slight ceremonious hint of glamour.
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FEATURES Belek, Serik The Spot: is a Mediterranean coastal resort town in the province of Antalya, with lush green rolling hills of the Toros Mountains, and plains perfectly lawned for playing golf any time of the year. And it is a beautiful contrast against the blueflag sandy beaches outlining the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Antalya. Belek has been crowned as the Turkish Riviera for its breathtaking beauty. Belek has been hosting the Turkish Airlines Open since 2011 followed by the Bilyana International Open. Anointed by Tiger Woods, who graced the golf course of Belek at the Turkish Airways World Golf Finals in 2012, Belek has become the prime destination for golf in Turkey. The town is also the center of spa and health resorts due to the mineral water flowing in from the Seven Springs, which is believed to have therapeutic, and healing minerals and properties. The five-star, all-inclusive resorts, such as Sueno Hotels, cater to golfers with their own golf course, beach front cabanas for the sea lovers and water theme parks for families. Belek is truly a leisure-seeker’s destination in Turkey. The Fashion: For an early morning golf game, a long sleeve Ralph Lauren polo shirt can be paired with a Beymen Collection flared shorts. And if you don’t have your own golf shoes, Tod’s classic loafers are a great substitute for on and off the golf course excursions. Any golf game, luncheon, or a dinner event in Belek can quickly become a business meeting; being dressed for the part is essential. The designer and label, Mehtap Elaidi, has the perfect design solution. Her collection of shirts and blouses in clean, modern cuts and forms are ideal for any refined, cultured and confident woman. Her clothes speak their own language of elegance and sophistication without screaming graceless. Her collection is sold at fine retailers like Beymen Istinye Park, Brandroom Nisantasi and Midnight Express in Bebek. You can also visit her showroom to speak to a style consultant, or, if you are lucky, to Mehtap Elaidi herself. www.mehtapelaidi.com.tr A sleeveless Lacoste polo dress paired with the comforts of Tod’s ballet flats, accessorized with a Rumisu ‘Islander’ scarf will keep you looking polished when visiting the ancient city of Perge. Finally, a clutch bag from MyNameisO is the perfect catalyst for a day to night transition. All of which are available at Beymen Zorlu.
WRITER: TANZIA AIMI EREL Tanzia A Erel is a native New Yorker and a former lease administrator turned teacher, blogger and a freelance writer. With many passport stamps and border crossings, she has finally settled down in Istanbul with her husband. Her passion for interior decorating has led her to create TheDecorIST, a team of English speaking personal shoppers helping foreigners shop for home goods. You can contact her through thedecorist on facebook and @tanzial at instagram. May 2015
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10 Street Foods you must taste while living in Turkey! For many of us, a big part of the move abroad is the food... the old food you miss & the new food you discover. There is no doubt that Istanbul is a goldmine of culinary variety but to discover new food you have to be adventurous and to be a real culinary adventurer you have to try the street food. It’s a way of life in Turkey and simply cannot be ignored. As the mum of three little boys who always seem to be hungry, trying new street food has been a big part of our adventure in Istanbul. In 2014, I established a Food Walking Tours Company called ‘Istanbul Food Walks' where we take you off the tourist trail to discover and taste the real Istanbul. Here are 10 of our favourite street foods. How many have you tried?
1. Simit: Its a well known fact that even the most elite of the Istanbulites have a hard time resisting the tantalising scent of this freshly baked, molassesdipped and sesame-crusted dough. A little like a bagel, simit are the staple of breakfasts on-the-go. 2. Balik-ekmek: The number two most popular street food in the city is indisputably balik-ekmek or simply fish sandwiches and are impossible to ignore anytime you are near Karaköy or Eminönü. Simple, healthy and delicious with a little squeeze of lemon, balik-ekmek is often enjoyed with a small glass of fresh pickle juice.
3. Lahmacun: Often referred to by tourists as ‘the Turkish Pizza’, lahmacun is a very uncomplicated meal of thin dough topped with a mince meat-onion-red pepper mixture, slid into the oven for a few minutes and served piping hot. Its customary to top it with a handful of fresh parsley and a squirt of lemon juice, then roll it into a wrap and enjoy with a cold glass of ayran. 4. Kokoreç: One of the most controversial street eats out there, kokoreç is actually spiced and skewered sheep’s intestines, served in either half or quarter of bread loaf, with plenty of grease and salt to go with it. No wonder it’s everyone’s favourite post drinking snack as after all, it takes real lack on inhibition to feast on guts! 5. Dürüm: The dürüm is one of the most democratic Turkish culinary inventions as you’re just as likely to encounter it on a street corner as you are in the fanciest of restaurants. Whether it’s chicken, beef or lamb, this meal in a wrap form is sure to set you free from hunger pangs.
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FEATURES 6. Gözleme: Gözleme could be a cross between a crepe and a tortilla. Rolled very thin, it’s cooked fresh on the street or is a little cafe in a market place and has endless options for fillings including spinach, cheese and potato.
Ingredients for Spinach and Cheese Pastry Roll/Ispanaklı Peynirli Börek (Serves 6) taken from 'Secrets of the Turkish Kitchen' by Angie Mitchell
7. Midye Dolması: More of a snack than a meal, midye dolması is none other than mussels on the half shell, mixed with spicy rice and served with a squeeze of lemon juice, served right out of a tray or off a tray? on every street corner in Taksim or Kadiköy at night. The trick with Midye Dolması is to only eat until you are half full as the rice expands in your stomach and can leave you feeling over full. 8. Kumpir: As an Irish family, we love potatoes but the ultimate baked potato goes by the name of kumpir in Turkey with Ortaköy being the most popular area in the city to eat it. 9. Nohutlu Pilav: Its easy to spot the man selling this hot, fast and filling chicken, chickpea and rice dish from the bright glass covered carts around town. 10. Börek: Börek fall into a very important category of Turkish cuisine and are universally popular. If you can learn how to make at least one of these tasty pastry delights while you are in Turkey you will win many hearts! Whilst living in Istanbul I have been fortunate to meet a great woman called Claudia Turgut. Claudia is originally from England, with a French background and is married to a Turkish man. She is a fantastic cook and specifically advocates going to the local market and cooking with what’s in season! She has a great food blog called http://seasonalcookinturkey.blogspot. com.trthat you have to follow if you really want to come to grips with basic Turkish home cooking. Well I suppose I can’t spend all my time eating the delicious street food! Claudia runs wonderful cookery courses in the kitchen of Turkish TV Chef Refika Birgül in a quirky part of Asian Istanbul called Kuzguncuk and it was she, who taught me how to make Cheese Spinach Börek .. it’s easy, healthy and spinach is now season.
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• 500g/1lb spinach leaves • 200g/7oz Turkish white cheese (beyazpeynir) / feta, crumbled or grated • 3 eggs, beaten • 2 sheets yufka or 6 sheets filo pastry • olive oil/melted butter • toasted sesame seeds/susam tohumu or nigella seeds/ çörekotu • freshly ground black pepper Method Preheat oven to 180C/350F/gas mark 4. Remove the stalks of the spinach, wash and chop finely. Mix together with the cheese and 2 of the beaten eggs. Spread out 1 sheet of the yufka on a flat surface and brush with olive oil or melted butter. Fold in half and brush again. (If using filo, layer 3 sheets of pastry twice). Repeat the process with the second sheet. Divide the filling over the 2 folded sheets and spread evenly. Roll up the pastry lengthways, incorporating the filling. Transfer carefully onto an oiled baking tray one at a time. Start with the first and coil it around itself. Continue with the second, coiling it around the first and folding the ends underneath. Whisk together the remaining egg with a little more olive oil and brush over the pastry. Sprinkle with sesame and/or nigella seeds. Bake in a moderate oven for about 40 mins - I gave mine at least another 20 mins - or until the top is golden. Serve hot or cold. This dish can be successfully reheated.
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ISTANBUL UNWRAPPED III
STEPPING INTO SUMMER
Continuing its Istanbul Unwrapped series, Cornucopia 52 explores the Bosphorus. We kick off our winter slippers for the dazzling shoe show at the Sadberk Hanım Museum
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urkey’s first private museum, the Sadberk Hanım, at Büyükdere on the upper Bosphorus, has a remarkable collection of Ottoman artefacts that has continued to grow since it was founded by the Koç family in 1980. Its latest show cements its reputation for drawing on its own holdings to mount exquisite small exhibitions focused on a single area of Ottoman life. Beautifully displayed in three small rooms, Pabuç – Shoes – allows the visitors to get close to a ravishing array of late-Ottoman slippers, shoes and boots. The show is a good excuse to go Bosphorising this spring, with Part 3 of our Istanbul Unwrapped quartet as your companion. The Bosphorus is under siege, so catch it while you can. Speculators are bent on wrecking what once knocked the Grand Canal into a cocked hat, with their motorways, ugly towers and freezer parks (aka marinas). Our City Bosphorus section picks up where we left off in Part 2, in the palace city of Yıldız, then crosses to urbane Kadıköy, old-fashioned Üsküdar and their easy-going enclaves of Moda and Kuzguncuk. Village Bosphorus heads north on a village-by
village tour, calling at the chic urban villages of Arnavutköy, Bebek, Emirgan and Yeniköy, and at two world-class museums, the Sadberk Hanım and the Sakıp Sabancı. We start again on the Asian side at the Baroque palace of Beylerbeyi and idle up to the sleepier charms of yalı-lined upper reaches. Of course, the way to appreciate the Bosphorus is to travel by boat. The yalıs show their best face to the water. There are ample ways to do this, with boats you can jump on and off like a city bus. But there are also hilltop spots in which to sup and gaze: try Vakıftepe in Baltalimanı, on the European side, or the Adile Sultan Palace’s Borsa, in Kandilli, on the Asian. It all makes for a memorable if melancholic journey. In her postscript, Maureen Freely looks back with her father, John Freely, on her childhood here: “Sometimes I wonder what it’s done to us, to have known the Bosphorus before the city swallowed it up. Sometimes it seems as if I spend my life clinging to whatever remnant I can find. Sometimes, when I return after a long absence, the only things I notice, and with burning fury, are the things that deface the memories I carry with me, everywhere I go.”
In the summertime Designed to match a dress, these pretty lace-up child’s boots (çocuk potini ) were worn in 1893 by Memduha, the three-year-old daughter of the governor of Bursa. The cream silk fabric is embroidered with a bold floral design in metal thread and sequins. The heels are gilded.
Dominating the waterfront in fashionable Bebek, this Belle Époque chateau with Art Nouveau trimmings was built by the mother of the last Egyptian khedive, Emine Valide-i Paşa. In 1923, she donated it to Egypt and it became the nation’s consulate
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Feet of gold
The exhibition
These are a sort of Ottoman Chelsea boot: ankle boots with elasticated sides. Heavy gold floral embroidery entirely covers the purplish-pink velvet – only the Louis heels escape. They date from the late 19th or early 20th century.
‘Pabuç’ (‘Shoes’) is at the Sadberk Hanım Museum, Istanbul, until May 31. The catalogue, by Lâle Görünür, is available from cornucopia.net at £39.50, post-free to subscribers
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51 ISTANBUL’S EUROPEAN QUARTER & THE SULTAN’S NEW CITY . THE POLISH CONNECTION . PASTA ALLA TURCA
The new Cornucopia 52 (left) contains Part 3 of the biannual magazine’s Istanbul Unwrapped Quartet. You can buy it at good bookshops in Istanbul, Ankara and Izmir (price TL40). It also makes the perfect gift for visiting friends and family.
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THE EUROPEAN CITY
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Cornucopia 50: The Old City (far left) is available for TL40; No 51: The European City (left) is now a rare issue, priced TL70; No 53: The Princes Islands is due later this year. IWI MEMBERS can order the complete quartet for TL150 at cornucopia.net/iwi-offer, along with a free a Rifat Özbek tote bag (offer closes May 31) 3 39
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Mediation And Grounding
I work with training people to stay in their own energy. A lot of us lose ourselves and our energy to others. Especially women tend to do that. We are often more in our children, our husband, our girlfriends, our family than in ourselves. We do it to help, and to feel connected, which is a basic feminine urge. There is nothing wrong in that, depending on the way we do it. If we do it out of lack of connection to ourselves, it can be very tiring both for ourselves and the other person. When we do it out of sharing what we have in abundance– it is a different and very beautiful story. One of the first steps that we can do to fill ourselves up so we can share from abundance is to ground ourselves. It is necessary if we want to use our full potential. Grounding is basically about being present in our bodies and attributing awareness to our body. Often our energy is on our minds concentrated on thoughts, speculations, solutions, things we have to fix or do. Also our breath is affected by that. When we are in the mind, often the natural breathing stops, we hold breath longer or we release breath more, but mostly
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it can become a shallow breath in the upper part of the body. That kind of breath only feeds the mind process and keeps the energy in the upper part of the body. When our energy is concentrated there in longer periods or habitually we easily run into stress, frustrations and try to control things. Then we are not in the flow. I am sure everybody knows this feeling of being so much in the mind and head, that you can barely feel you have a body, the head takes all the attention. We need the whole body to be whole beings. When we ground ourselves, we are leaning into life and let life happen, more than we are trying to control and solve life from our minds. We can help ourselves by bringing the attention and the energy down into the body. Especially the lower body: Pelvis, legs, feet We need to remain aware that the feet, legs and pelvis are carrying the upper body.
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The benefits of grounding:
You feel calmer and more relaxed You feel that things are easier to handle You don´t get as easy upset about things You tend to have more trust in yourself and in life You feel more strength You take you energy back to yourself
If you want to go deeper in exploring yourself, Lalitah gives a workshop in Bodrum in october called Energy, Love and magic – a way to connect deeper to your own energy and essence. And is working on creating an easy accessible on-line training for staying in your own energy.
Are you grounded?
You can take a quick check by closing your eyes, where ever you are and feel where there is most energy in your body. Is it mostly in the upper part or lower part of the body? Where do you feel energy, tension, sensation?
Exercises to feel more grounded
First of all you can use your breath, no matter where you are. If you feel you have too much energy, a speedy feeling or lots of activity some places in your body, you can breath out – put the emphasis on the outbreath. Breathe out longer and more than usual. Empty yourself totally and then hold the breath a little before the inbreath. That releases some of the tension or energy filling you up. It also very helpful to breathe all the way down to the stomach and the pelvis. Slowly breathing in, all the way down to you pelvis and slowly breathing out until you are empty. Do that 8 times, with your full attention. Another great exercise is to walk with your full attention to your feet. It´s called zen-walk and is actually a meditation where you walk – preferably with bare feet – slowly and feel every movement of your foot with full attention. From when you lift it slowly of the floor, moving it up, slowly putting it down again, feel how it touches the floor, which part touches first, second and so on….try to walk as slowly and aware as possible. If you don´t want to do this outside, you can practice it in your home. 10 minutes can give you the feeling of it, if you continue it can become a great meditation. The principle of being aware of your feet and your grounding can be brought into everyday life, whenever you feel that you need to ground yourself you can bring your attention to your feet and lower body and stay with your attention there for a while. Enjoy :)
WRITER: LALITAH Lalitah has been on a personal path since her early youth. For more than 10 years has she been working with healing and coaching and she is specialized in raising life energy vibration through heart openings. Through this practice it is possible to release unhealthy patterns and conditioning and reconnect to one’s own essence. She received her educationas a social advisor and as a certified life and business coach. She has had professional consultation contractswith companies and has also worked as a project manager and mentor to young women. She founded and directed forfour years a healing center with an art gallery in Copenhagen. Lalitah has received much of her motivation through life experiences and,additionally, fromteachers which has caused her energy vibration to rise and let her flow with life, instead of trying to control it. She has received various training in Reiki, spiritual healing, channeling, life- and business coaching, art therapy with intuitive painting and Osho therapy training from Oshorisk in Denmark. At the moment Lalitah lives partly in Turkey and partly in Denmark where she gives group and personal sessions in Ascension Touch, guided meditations and workshops on awareness through tantra, meditation,painting and connecting to nature. You can see more about Lalitah and her work on: www.awareness-institute.net or www.istanbulmeditation. May 2015
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Veggies to Your Door (and more)
Life in Istanbul can be exhausting—traffic, work, social obligations, and, not the least, grocery shopping. Ayurvedic nutrition expert Ulli Allmendinger shows that while we cannot eliminate the stress of this city, at least grocery shopping can be made a lot easier.
We all dream of the weekly visit to the local organic farmer’s market, where one can spend a leisurely Wednesday or Saturday morning buying fresh organic produce, chatting to farmers, sipping freshly pressed juices and enjoying the nicer spring weather. Unfortunately, for most busy city dwellers, that just remains a dream. Making time to shop for fresh products is not an easy task especially if you are wanting local and/ or organic produce. In addition, with growing news of food adulteration and GMO foods, many people are concerned where their food is coming from and which sources to trust. While CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) in the US has been around for at least 25 years, the idea in Turkey is fairly new. Basically, you subscribe for a weekly or biweekly produce box that supports a local farm or a whole range of farmers, and is delivered to your doorstep. No matter whether you are looking to support a farm or want more village-type produce such as home-made pekmez, cheese and jam, Turkey offers a wide-range of produce box suppliers.
The most famous, for sure, is Ipek hanim, from Ipek Hanim Ciftliği (www.ipekhanim.com), a resolute woman who is based in Aydin, where she works with local producers and villagers to supply an extensive list of fresh produce but also homemade tomato pastes, jams, cheeses, different flours, bread and borek. While you cannot directly choose on her website, you can sign up for her weekly email newsletter (in Turkish), which is not only a changing list of delicious products but at the same time a lovely piece of writing every week, about issues ranging from raising children to politics or organic farming. You can order a standard box or just pick and choose from her extensive list of fresh and prepared products to create your own box.
Another fairly well-known service is Nazilli Sepeti (www. nazilisepeti.com), a cooperative from Nazilli on the Aegean coast that is dedicated to supplying local produce in boxes of different sizes. You can subscribe to a weekly or bi-weekly delivery or just order one-off. The website features updated weekly boxes so you can actually see what you would be getting, and is also in English.
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In Afyonkarahisar-Başmakçı, there is Ersöz Çiftliği (www. ersozciftligi.com), which started growing organic vegetables in 1992, and became Turkey’s fist certified organic vegetable producer in 1996. You can order weekly or bi-weekly produce boxes that usually feature organic seasonal vegetables, fruits and salads.
Sepetesepete Organik (www.sepetesepeteorganik.com) is an Istanbul-based company that works with a range of farms from the Aegean and Mediterranean region to supply fresh produce and a selected range of organic prepared products such as tahini, olives, salça, rice or bulgur. You can order vegetable or fruit boxes as well as create your own. In Bayramic, there is the Ida Bahçe Family (www.idabahce. com), which started expanding their family farm in 2000 and now include a production kitchen. From a lovely designed website (also in English), in addition to a range of fresh fruits and vegetables, you can order a wide variety of farm produced dairy (butter, goat and cow’s cheese), eggs, olives, specialty breads, as well as home-made jams, pickles, sundried tomatoes, apple cider vinegar and herbal teas.
Lastly, there is Toprak Ana (www.toprakana.com), founded by Cem Birder and Yıldız Akev with the mission of supporting small farmers throughout Turkey against the growing threat of big agricultural corporations. Their website wants to introduce these small farmers to the wider public. While they do not offer ready boxes, you can search for the type of product such as a particular ancient wheat flour or specialty butter or cheese, and directly connect and order from a local farm that supplies it. Organic Sokak (www.organiksokak.com) is an Istanbul-based company that sells a variety of farm-fresh produce, mainly from the wider Istanbul as well as Çeşme area, where they own about 1000 donüm of organic farmland. They have specialty boxes such as Family Box, Breakfast Box, Workout Box or Organic Baby Box, which are a combination of fresh produce and supplemental products such as tea, cheese, muesli, milk etc. You can also create your own box by choosing from their extensive menu.
WRITER: ULLI ALLMENDINGER Photo credits to Ida Bahce Organic Farm Ulli Allmendinger, MSc Ayurveda, is an Ayurvedic consultant, nutritionist and herbalist with a passion for cooking and Ayurvedic nutrition. Based in Istanbul, Ulli consults clients for a variety of health concerns, gives Ayurvedic cooking and nutrition classes, workshops on Ayurveda and guides detox camps. She also has a line of gluten-free cookies and breads that are made-to-order. For more information, please visit www.ulli-ayurveda. com and www.ulliskitchen.sopsy.com, call 0539 203 04 22 or email info@ulli-ayurveda.com. May 2015
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HEALTH & FITNESS Let’s Get Active! Alternative Sports in Istanbul Istanbul is alive with alternative sports, so pluck up your nerve and give something new a try… Pick a sport, any sport. Name it and you can probably find it in Istanbul. Don’t believe me? You’re talking to someone who has a very low threshold for boredom, and as a result, I constantly hunt down interesting sport adventures. In the past few years in Istanbul I have done walking, running, mountain biking, trekking, camping, sailing, yacht racing, rowing, white water rafting, bouldering, rock climbing, rappelling, canyoning (rappelling down waterfalls), kickboxing, bubble football, treetop obstacle courses, and more. While canyoning and rock climbing are the sports closest to my heart, I am always searching for a new thrill. …And you might be, too. After the cabin fever of being stuck inside this the winter, you too may want to forge your own adventure and give some of these sports a try. You moved to Istanbul, didn’t you? That alone is testament to your adventurous spirit, so take another step outside your comfort zone and try a new physical challenge—or reconnect with a sport you used to do back in your home country. Here are just a few to begin with…
BACK TO NATURE Rowing (Kürek)
Sailing (Yelkencilik)
You probably didn’t know how popular a sport rowing (sculling) is in Turkey. There are dozens of clubs in Istanbul and clubs even as far south as Fethiye. Most are for competition, but there are some you can join for recreation. One of the best things about rowing in Istanbul is how quickly the city melts away once you are out on the water. Even right in the back of Taksim on the shores of the Golden Horn you can find being on the water an amazing escape. Rowing takes a bit of coordination, but it is a fluid and peaceful sport that can be done all times of year. You can do it by yourself or with a group after your first few lessons by the pros at Forza Rowing. You may even want to participate in Istanbul’s annual Dragon Boat Races www.dragonfestivali. com/. If you don’t have a group to row with but don’t want to row alone, Forza will match you up with others. No special gear required. Try it out for 50TL for a session or get a pass for 8 outings for 250TL. Forza’s club, right behind Kasimpasa near the tershane, has ample parking. www.facebook.com/ ForzaRowingClub Contact: Hakan, Burak, or Serdar at 0541 372 5027 (English Spoken)
Learn to sail while you are here. Those of you closer to Fenerbahçe will know how much sailing goes on in Istanbul. While regattas on the Bosphorus are limited to certain race days a year (with the rest of the frequent races held on the Marmara, outside the Bosphorus’ shipping lane), there are gorgeous marinas in Fenerbahçe, Pendik, and Atakoy. Again, it is a sport that can be done at all times of year and being out on the water makes you forget you are living in a metropolis. Dolphins swimming near us was a regular sight in the warmer months. Sailing takes more concentration than rowing, can be quite exciting, and is a bit more expensive of a sport. Some special gear required (gloves, a jacket for offshore weather) but other items are provided by the club for your use. I had a great experience first taking three levels of lessons from Alize Yachting and then racing with them for one season as the pitman on Team ZigZag (undefeated that year!) www. alizeyelken.com/ Contact: Sinan Sumer info@alizeyelken. com (English Spoken)
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it a comfortable environment with plenty of people to spar with. Also, its location in Siraselviler made it an easy metro ride there and back. http://ahmetdogan.com/ Contact: adkickboxing@gmail.com
PURE ADRENALINE Rock Climbing (Kaya Tırmanış)
For those of you who really want to push your boundaries, let me share with you the joy of rock climbing! You can begin with an inside gym to learn basic bouldering techniques. The inside climbing gyms typically have no harness; you just scale a climbing wall about 8 meters high with a very thickly padded floor in case you fall. Or, you could opt to learn out
This one is probably not something you would do every week, but it is fun for the whole family and is an incredible workout. Forestanbul near Kemer Country has an amazing array of treetop obstacle courses that you maneuver while in a body harness attached to a cable above you. Doing all the courses will take about 4-5 hours and no doubt your energy will be tapped before you make it to the end. They have spotless changing rooms and a nice restaurant, as well as a paintball fields and a climbing wall. The obstacle course is 40 TL for adults, 20TL for children. www.forestanbul.com/ Contact: Furkan Budak at 0536 544 3535 (English Spoken)
BOOST YOUR ENERGY Kick Boxing (Kikboks)
The aerobic benefit to kickboxing is tremendous and the sheer stress release of punching makes this sport one of the most refreshing things you can try. It isn’t about entering the ring and fighting (although you could take it to that level if you wanted to). Mostly you do aerobic training and practice punching/kicking a bag or the big pads that your partner holds. Having checked out a number of kick boxing gyms (Beşiktaş, 4. Levent, etc), I enjoyed Ahmet Dogan’s best as it had the most number of women (almost 50% of the class) which made
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in nature, which is my preference. Inside gyms help you build core strength and you can do it in any weather, but the handholds are not the same as trying to scale a real rock wall. There are a number of instructors who can teach you the basics out at Ballikayalar national park, just outside Izmit. It is a mere 45 minute drive on a weekend morning to get there from downtown. You can arrange an outing with an instructor and go together to Ballikayalar. Most instructors will provide the necessary equipment for you to use (harness, helmet, carabiners, ropes, expresses, chalk bag, etc), but you should at least have your own shoes to begin with as shoe size is critical in climbing. Shoes can be found at outdoor stores like Decathlon, www.decathlon.com.tr/C-529871-tirmanis-ayakkabilari or AtlasKamp www.atlaskamp.com/kaya-tirmanis-ayakkabilariurunleri/ If you fall in love with the sport, you can easily find all the rest of your equipment in Istanbul.
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Rock Climbing Instructors: (prices vary) Kazim Coban & Deniz Korkmaz 0532 331 6321 Husband & wife team (Deniz speaks English) Sonmez Erkaya 0555 318 8029 (Minimal English)
Boulder Hane is located in 4th Levent. No parking. It is nearly impossible to find and not at all as nice inside as it shows on its website. That said, the people working there are very nice. 10TL per day or 70 TL for an unlimited 1 month pass. www. boulder-hane.com/ Boulder Istanbul is located in Kadikoy, just a few streets in from the ferry landing. I like this gym far more. It has more walls, more variation, is cleaner, and always interesting people around. 15 TL per day or 100TL for a one month unlimited pass. www.boulderistanbul.com
WRITER: Jennifer GÜkmen Jennifer Gokmen is a 20 year resident of Istanbul. She is the Communications Coordinator for Istanbul International Community School, the coordinator of IICS’ student outreach trip to Nepal each year, and the co-creator of the #1 best selling anthology Tales from the Expat Harem
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Ayurveda in Kerala A Blissful Antidote to Istanbul
Living in Istanbul is a dream come true for many foreigners, but at times, even the most dedicated Istanbul fans feel overwhelmed by the traffic, the amount of people, pollution and stress of aliving in a metropolis. Writer Carol Jardine tells us how she managed to escape and recharge with Ayurveda in Kerala.
With snow swirling outside, traffic jammed and tooting, students cancelling, and crowds pushing angrily onto buses and ferries, I can hardly believe that it is only one week since I got back from the tranquil green backwaters of Kerala in India.I returned to Kerala after a ten-year break, and was delighted to find that it was as peaceful as before and my sanctuary The Ideal Resort had the added delight of a swimming pool.
Together with a friend, we flew to Trivandrum, the capital city of Kerala, and awaited pick up by the Resort’s driver. It was dark when we arrived so we missed the delightful “road of small things” on the way to Chowara and the Resort. On arrival, we were shown our rooms, and served a most delicious vegetarian curry – and fresh pineapple juice, after which we sloped off to bed, and fell instantly asleep. We were woken by the sun shining through the windows and the sounds of bird whoops and cries, as the jungle awoke around us. On our first day, we were invited to see the resort Doctor, a specialist in Ayurvedic health. Both of us were pretty much in the same condition- burnt out, anxious, verging on arthritic pain (especially at the extremities), podgy, semi-insomniac and smoking for Scotland!
The stress, pollution and general exertion of living and working in a vastly overcrowded city takes its toll on even the most robust of us, and I was still recovering from a Christmas flu and desperately needing sun, sea and relaxation – and most importantly an Ayurveda boost.
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Derived from two words “Ayu” meaning “life”, and “Veda” meaning “knowledge”, Ayurveda is one of the oldest and most respected forms of medicine in the Eastern world. It is known as the “Mother of Healing” and originated in Kerala more than 5,000 years ago. It is a form of healing where nature is deeply interwoven with the treatment. The medicines, tinctures, oils and diet are all derived from the earth and combined with a stimulating massage and relaxation programme, alongside meditative yoga at dawn to clear, and ground the mind. Ayurveda believes that a balance of three doshas (bioenergies) must be maintained, in order to maintain good health. The three doshas are Vata, Pitta, and Kapha, and are elemental energies present in our bodies, rather similar to the “humours” talked about by Paracelsus and the Doctors of Medieval England – where the humours consisted of the more unpleasant sounding yellow and black bile, blood and phlegm.
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HEALTH & FITNESS it also acts like a first class exfoliator, leaving your skin baby smooth. Both massages were a very soothing and pleasant experience, and definitely rejuvenated my dry and weary Istanbul hide, parched by too much central heating , hard water and polluted air. The massages were then followed by a treatment which consisted of small linen bags of herbs heated in natural oils, which were thumped all over your body (Kitzhi), focussing on arthritic joints, and causing the toxins to perspire gently out your pores. I was delighted to find that my “claw feet” loosened up, and that my rather achy lower back had simply vanished after three days on the table. My friend’s aching shoulder vanished, and the painful bumps on her “gardener’s fingers” also faded into oblivion. As a brief overview, Vata is the energy of movement, Pitta is the energy of digestion and metabolism, and Kapha is the energy of lubrication. All three must exist in harmony; any imbalance is what brings about disease and illness. Our Ayurvedic doctor spent about an hour with each of us, asking many questions about our general and our mental health. In this way, Ayurveda is very similar to homeopathy – it’s like a jigsaw puzzle where many physical symptoms tend to stem from problems at the emotional and mental levels, and symptoms from each level should be considered when looking for the remedy. He recommended that we both took the Rasayana Chickitsa or rejuvenation programme. It consisted of massage, vegetarian diet, herbal medicines and yoga, aimed to balance our doshas. I think he also gave me some kind of detox, as I haven’t had (or wanted) a cigarette since I started the course, and my duty-free bottle remains in its bag! There followed the more “magical” treatments, which involved the head and brain. Lying supine on the table, we had bandage like bands fixed around our foreheads, as oil from a ceramic bowl was trickled in a weaving movement over our foreheads. This was unbelievably soothing. My tortured mind meandered into a happy dreamlike trance, and I was dimly aware that I was smiling throughout the entire soporific haze. I even dozed off on two occasions.
The massages started with very ,very oily ones (Pizhichil), and after an initial slither on the Nux Vomica table, you begin to relax, inhaling the unforgettable herbal scent of Ayurveda, as warm oil is massaged gently but firmly into your skin. After three days, the oily massage is replaced by a dry massage (Udwarthanam), where powder is sprinkled sensuously over your back, legs and arms, and massaged in such a way that May 2015
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HEALTH & FITNESS My body and mind were completely relaxed. This is called Shirodhara, and is highly recommended for insomnia or general anxiety. This is perfect for the professional woman working and living in the chaotic mayhem of Istanbul. A few days later, this was changed to a Shirovasthi . I was seated upright on a high backed wooden chair, with a tall top hat made of palm leaves bound to my head, while a concoction of warm, deliciously scented oils were poured into the hat and onto my scalp. As the oil was then massaged into my head, I must have dozed off at least three times, and was caught deftly by my therapist, as I swayed into her arms. This was to help with my insomnia, and in addition to working rather prematurely, it continued to work a treat! And with a final flourish of sheer indulgence, we finished daily with an exquisite wrinkle- erasing face massage, followed by a rich moisturising face pack, which , despite its chocolate colour, was made with bananas and papaya blended with herbs and oils to ease away the tension lines, mend sun damage and rejuvenate an overwrought skin. Bliss! So as you can see, we had a full programme of about two and a half to three hours every day of perfect pampering, albeit with very obvious medicinal benefits.
Every morning we rose with the sun and the cawing of birds, and went to the roof top where we met with a spiritual and wonderful guru, who, patiently and expertly, put us through breathing and stretching exercises, cranking us gently onto a higher plane. After 90 minutes of meditative, mental chill, surrounded by the sounds of the jungle mingled with the soft shush of the sea, we glided downstairs bursting with positive energy and good intentions to a delicious vegetarian breakfast. We lost weight by sticking to our vegetarian and fruit juice diet, assisted by the yoga and daily swimming in the pool or on the nearby beach, and miraculously, we didn’t even miss our evening G and T, and I, without my gin and tonic, didn’t miss cigarettes. The magic potions were working. The staff of the Ideal Resort bent over backwards to attend to our every whim, and were pleasant and professional at all times. The actual resort has a unique and timeless ambience, with a peaceful, but powerful energy pulsating through it. The other guests were friendly and respectful, as each sunk deliciously into their own unique Ayurvedic programme and absorbed the benefits. Surrounded by jungle, banana and coconuts trees, adorned with multi-coloured and mellifluous birds, the crowded, noisy streets of Istanbul faded into oblivion and true to the name of our treatment, we left renewed and rejuvenated. It was the most ideal holiday in the most Ideal Resort. For more details of the Ideal Resort, Chowara Beach, Kovalam check out www.idealayurvedicresort.com - price and packages are dealt with on an individual basis. And joy of joys, Ulli Allmendinger (MSc. Ayurveda) is an Ayurvedic practitioner, based in Istnabul, and has a practice on both the European and Asian sides (www.ulli-ayurveda. com). She works with nutrition, and herbal medicine, and can guide you through a life-changing programme of diet and exercise.
WRITER: CAROL JARDINE Carol Jardine was born and educated in Scotland, where she studied Medical Biology at St. Andrews university, before moving to London and doing something completely different ! In 2004 she qualified as a Homeopath from London College of Homeopathy, which she practiced before going to Vietnam in 2007 to begin her new career in teaching. She has since worked in Laos, Thailand and now Turkey, where she teaches English at Bogazici University.
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Sandrine’s good C@rma
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n fact, the biggest innovation to rock the Turkish NGO community in recent years comes via an expat! Sandrine Ramboux started working at ING Bank in Turkey in 2007, and decided to start a CSR project for her company. Unfortunately, she couldn’t find any opportunities and most of her co-workers found the idea of volunteering quite perplexing. By 2013, she had quit her corporate job and started a market survey of NGOs to figure out their needs, volunteer profile, and willingness to develop volunteer programs. Her efforts culminated in the launch of C@rma in 2014, a platform to connect organizations with suitable volunteers on a project-by-project basis. C@rma’s website (www.4carma.com), which is available in both English and Turkish, posts volunteer opportunities such as “design a website” or “develop marketing materials,” along with the skills necessary to complete the project. What kinds of opportunities are available through C@rma? For example, the organization Cöp(m)adam is currently looking for people who can assist in drafting a communications strategy. The right volunteer may have experience in text editing, website design, or communication. Founded in 2008, Cöp(m)adam aims to empower women by providing them a source of income; and it’s exactly the type of local organization a potential expat volunteer may never encounter if not for C@rma. Time Out caught up with Sandrine to get to know a little more about her project. What are the characteristics of the NGO sector here? There aren’t many NGOs that have been active for a long time; most were established in the last 10 years or so. There are a lot of small structures that focus on a very particular issue, like refugees, and dedicate 100% of their time to it, which prevents them from seriously thinking about raising money, increasing their visibility, or improving people’s trust. Because of that, great projects are being abandoned and it’s a pity. NGOs here could grow so much more if they were better structured. Can volunteers help them in doing so? Yes. With C@rma, we try to develop volunteering based on competencies, following a pro bono approach to bring structured support to NGOs. So, we are looking for people to develop strategy, to
help with crowd funding, fundraising or even simply give Excel training. We might also be able to provide projects that don’t require any specific professional skills, like reading to children or painting houses, but this is not the core of our activities. What about expats? How can they find volunteering opportunities if they don’t speak fluent Turkish? Through C@rma! Three quarters of the volunteering jobs I post on the website can be done by non-Turks with a basic level of Turkish. You know it’s never easy to get in touch with NGOs here; they usually tell you that they don’t need help. I was recently talking to a local NGO that sets up workshops to empower women. They really wanted to develop a study to assess the impact of their project but did not have time for it. It took me three meetings to show them that they could use a group of volunteers, which would leave them time to focus on their core projects. What kind of tasks can expat volunteers do?
There are a lot of NGOs looking to raise funds. Since most donors are based abroad, they need more visibility in English and people who can take care of social media in English. If you have skills in strategy, finance or communication, it’s easier to propose your services. On the other hand, young people like Erasmus students can also get involved in a more spontaneous way. For example, they could easily animate music workshops for kids. What is the profile of C@rma users? Mostly foreigners and Turks who have studied abroad. Not a lot of students so far, but people with some experience who want to give back. We have created a “speed dating” event where we invite four NGOs that are facing a specific challenge and three or four people per NGO with the needed skills to brainstorm during two hours on that specific challenge. It allows potential volunteers to get to know an NGO, have a better idea about how the sector works, and see if they want to continue afterwards. For the NGO, it’s a great way to see how volunteers can help.
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group of amateur athletes brought a concept to Turkey that has already proven efficient elsewhere: running for charity. What started as a group of six people without sponsorship has managed to grow to a network of charity runners who get Adım Adım’s assistance in their preparation for sporting events in exchange for financial support for charity. Adım Adım’s temporary chairman Dilek Doğan tells us a bit more about the most athletic charity in Turkey. How is it possible to raise money for charities by getting athletes to run? Unlike the models we observed outside of Turkey, we decided to start a platform that would support several NGOs, instead of a particular NGO supporting one particular cause. As "giving culture" is still new here, limiting that initiative to only one cause would have resulted in very slow growth. An amateur or
professional runner starts fundraising by choosing an event to attend and a project for which he/she will make a charity run. Then, they attend Adım Adım training sessions and two weeks before the actual race, the charity campaign begins. Each runner is encouraged to send e-mails and use social media to communicate about the charity run. The campaign continues for another two weeks after the actual race occurs, and the donors are sent e-certificates for their participation. These training sessions and races create a community of interest that spreads the impact of charitable work. What types of NGOs and projects have benefited from Adım Adım so far? As of 2014, the membership base has reached 5000 individuals; attracting 50,000 individual donors who give $80 on average, raising over $900,000. Every year, donations were distributed to
eight NGOs that each have a different mission and focus: education, women empowerment, environmental issues, etc… It’s up to the runners to decide which cause and organization they wish to support. Can expats participate in your activities? They just have to go to our website (www.adimadim.org) and fill out a form. They can also follow us on social media or our Yahoo group to find out about the training times, join one and introduce themselves. We meet every week around 8 am at Levent and head to the forest. Anyone can join; it doesn’t matter if they’re rookies. Then he or she would need to choose a NGO to support, a race, and then start a fundraising campaign. On Saturdays, we do a lot of hill training, speed and trail runs with a Dutch trainer who’s been a volunteer for years. We all have a breakfast afterwards; that’s the fun part.
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MUMS ‘N KIDS
ANNOUNCEMENTS IWI MUMS ’N KIDS MEETINGS AND PLAYGROUPS We have weekly playgroups organised according to the kids’ ages. These are usually hosted by our members at their homes, meet-ups at parks or walks along the Bosphorus coast. These playgroups are free of charge. This is an opportunity to meet other pregnant ladies and parents of infants or toddlers, as well as share the joys and trials of motherhood while creating a support network. Mums n Kids does not mean mums only – Dads n Kids are just as welcome! Please contact Chienfang (Mums n Kids Coordinator) at mumsnkids@iwi-tr.org if you have any questions or suggestions. To join a playgroup, please log in to IWI’s website and visit the Mum n Kids page under the Members’ Section for the coordinators’ email addresses. The coordinators will add you to the group’s mailing list to keep you updated of future events.
Pregnant and infants (0-12 months)
- Usual meeting day/time: Tuesday, 11am-1pm - Coordinators: Roxana Laos Dahya & Mandeep
Walkers – Younger Toddlers (1-2 years of age) - Usual meeting day/time: Tuesday, 10am-12pm - Co-ordinator: Sarah Wheatcroft
Toddlers (2 +)
- Usual meeting day/time: Tuesday, 10am-12pm - Coordinator: Verda Cakan
OTHER ACTIVITY AND SERVICE PROVIDERS
Bosphorus International Pre-School (BIP), Emirgan www.bipschool.net
Teacher-organised activity, song and circle time, garden play (weather-permitting). Coffee, tea, milk and cookies provided. When : Tuesdays Time : 10am-11.30am Cost : FREE Age group : 0-3 years of age Please contact Ms Collette Laffan-Persembe at preschool@ bipschool.net or telephone at 0212 277 8444. *Note: please call on Mondays to reserve. There are only 10 openings every week. Please only ONE known adult per child.
British International School (BIS), Zekeriyakoy / Etiler
www.bis.k12.tr Indoor and outdoor play (weather-permitting), followed by snack and music time. Known adult to stay and supervise child. Zekeriyakoy (Tuesdays and Fridays)/ Etiler (Wednesdays and Fridays) Time : 9am-11am (both campuses) Cost : 10TL per session Age group : 0-2.5 years of age Please contact Mrs Amanda Ilhan, Preschool and Primary Deputy Director at amandailhan@bis.k12.tr or telephone at 0212 202 7027 ext 116 *Playgroup will start in the week of 15 September 2014.
Eden’s Garden International Preschool Yenikoy, Istanbul www.edensgardenpreschool.com
Baby Ballet Playgroup for Boys and Girls When : Thursdays Time : 9:30am-11:30am Cost : 30TL per session, (no block-booking required) Age group : 0-3 years of age Where : Ballet Studio, Eden’s Garden International Preschool, Guzelce Ali Pasa Cad. No. 50, Yenikoy, ISTANBUL Bring : Soft slippers for little feet Please contact Karen Holyoak Çiftçi, Director at director@ edensgardenpreschool.com or telephone 0212 262 4302
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MUMS ‘N KIDS Fotini Café- Arnavutkoy, Besiktas
Hotpot Café- Şişli, Istanbul
A café with a playroom dedicated to babies and toddlers up to 3 years old, Fotini Café is located along the Bosphorus coast and offers a comfortable area for you and your child to unwind and have fun at the same time.
Located centrally in Şişli, with just a short walk from the metro station, Hotpot café offers playgroups (baby/toddler), yoga (prenatal, yoga, adults), dance and drama classes and other fun activities for both kids and mums.
www.fotinicafe.com Francalaci Cd. No.26, Arnavutkoy, 34345 Istanbul, Turkey
IWI members enjoy a waiver on the 8TL entrance fee to the playroom. Please present your IWI membership card to claim your discount. Please contact Lena at fotinicafe@gmail.com or telephone 0533 093 9992
Gymboree Play and Music
www.hotpot.web.tr Merkez Mah. Perihan Sk. Erbil Apt. No 71-73B, Şişli – Istanbul
IWI members enjoy 10% discount. Please present your IWI membership card to claim your discount. Please contact Adila or Ayça at info@hotpot.web.tr or telephone 0212 343 53 53
Kindermusik at Play to Learn PreSchool
www.gymboreeturkey.com
www.playtolearn.com.tr
10% discount for IWI members on Play and Learn classes in the Ortaköy branch. Please present your IWI membership card to claim your discount. Gymboree Play and Music has been fostering creativity and confidence in children ages 0-5 for over 30 years. Today there are over 550 locations in 30 countries, making Gymboree the global leader in early childhood development programs. Designed by experts, the age-appropriate activities help develop the cognitive, physical and social skills of children as they play. The programs are also recognized for their unique approach to parent involvement—which encourages participation in and understanding of each child’s development.
On the European side in Akatlar, Nişantaşı and Koç University Rumelifeneri Campus and on the Asian side in Ataşehir, offering different music classes.
Cost: 860TL for 12 classes (IWI discount included) Gymboree members can also enjoy complimentary free-play times during the week. For non Gymboree members, IWI members these cost 30TL per hour. School Skills program (drop-off) for the 2-3 year olds or 3-4 year olds. 10% discount on full year School skills program for IWI members. Music and Art classes are also available. ***Limited offer for IWI members: 4 classes for 240TL*** Please contact Esra Taşar at esratasar@gymboreeturkey.com or telephone 212 275 8787 Kindermusik at Play to Learn Pre-School http://www.playtolearn.com.tr
My Time Program: 18-30 months ABC, Music and Me Program 2-4 years of age Please contact Ms Ozlem Hun at info@playtolearn.com.tr or telephone at 0212 352 3031 or 0532 237 2272.
Full Circle Healing Doula List
There are doulas on both the European and Asian side. Doulas may be willing to travel to your location. For more detailed information about each doula, and on how a doula can support you, visit www.fullcirclehealing.org.
Do’um
Specialize in pregnancy and childbirth, provide education and counseling services to expecting parents and to bring together experts who believe in the feminine power and work in this field with a natural approach. www.do-um.com/english/english.aspx
LOLA (Lots of Lovely Art)
After-school workshops, toddler art, kinder art, weekend workshops, holiday camps, themed birthday parties. www.lotsoflovelyart.com
Our House
Our House is located in Cihangir as a center for children and families. The aim of the organization is to generate curiosity, creativity ad awareness for children at all stages of development. www.ourhouse.club
IWI’s Mums ‘n’ Kids Team is a volunteer group that organises activities for you and your children to enjoy. Please take responsibility for your own child’s safety. IWI is not liable for any injury or loss incurred. May 2015
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GROUPS & ASSOCIATIONS Alcoholics Anonymous/Al-Anon
Open AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) meetings in English are held in the Union Han building on Istiklal Caddesi, Tünel, next to the Swedish Consulate on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 6.45pm (contact 0533 626 5724 ). There is an Alanon meeting at 6.30pm on Thursdays in the same location. On Sundays, there is an open AA meeting at 4,15pm in Harbiye (contact 0539 606 0123). On the Asian side in Kadikoy, there are meetings at 6pm on Thursdays and at 5.30pm on Saturdays (contact 0537 433 8368). A full listing of all English-speaking AA meetings in Turkey with local contacts can be found on the AA Europe website: www.aa-europe.net
Asian Ladies of Istanbul
The Asian Ladies of Istanbul is a non-profit social group established over 20 years ago where ladies from East Asia living in Istanbul get together for various events and can feel at home while far away from their original home. A members-only Facebook page is available for them where they can keep track of the latest monthly luncheons, news, events, photographs and relevant information pertaining to daily life in Istanbul. Please contact the group leader, Kim Cakirkaya at kim.cakirkaya@gmail.com or 0533 463 6930 for further information.
ARIT (American Research Institute of Turkey)
The Friends of ARIT Istanbul, with branches in North America and Ankara, was established to support the ARIT in Turkey and carry out its scholarly activities. The Istanbul Friends run a yearround program of tours and lectures for members and guests. Member¬ship is open to all interested residents of Istanbul. For further information call 0212 257 8111.
CHICAS - Spanish speaking women of Istanbul
A group open to all ladies who speak our language, or would like to practice it. We host lots of fun, hilarious Latin parties and cultural events. Come on, jump on in, you won’t regret it! We have our own blog: http://chicasestambul.blogspot.com/ and we’re on Facebook under “Chicas Estambul”. Email chicasestambul@yahoo.com.mx or phone Ninoska Gutierrez Sierra 0533 651 3581, Norma Maranges 0532 314 29 34 or Lorena Martinez 0533 388 6309.
CIRCOLO ROMA (Comunità italiana)
The Italian association organises several activities, such as cooking classes, dinners, parties, Italian and Turkish conversation classes, piano lessons, zumba, tamurriata, Italian cinema, medieval fencing, painting on porcelain, capoiera, singing and other activities for children and much, much more. The wonderful liberty hall can also be hired for private parties and conferences. Email Paola Maresia Maresia@superonline.com or Elsa Zambonini elsazambonini@ yahoo.com, tel 0212 244 17 59 or visit our website info@ circoloroma.com.
Die Bruecke
‘Die Bruecke’ is a platform for the German speaking community. It was founded in 1989 to serve the needs of a steadily growing community. It is not a German club; it is open to everyone who speaks German. Die Bruecke issues a monthly newsletter. Different gatherings, charities, information concerning everyday life, binational education, help with bureaucracy and immigration laws in Turkey are covered as well as assistance to newcomers. Website www.bruecke-istanbul.org, email info@bruecke-istanbul.org.
DNSI - The Dutch School of Istanbul
The AWI is a social network open to Americans, Canadians and spouses of US or Canadian citizens living in Istanbul. The AWI provides social programmes ranging from special interest groups to charities. If you’re a newcomer to Istanbul please contact our newcomers committee so you can start to feel at home in your new country. Email Debbie Abdo or Sia Israfil at awiistanbul@gmail.com.
We provide Dutch language and cultural lessons to students aged between four and 16. Our mainstream programme is for primary and secondary students with at least one parent of Dutch nationality. Our afternoon programme is for students aged four-13 who are learning Dutch as a foreign language. We also offer a two week Dutch summer school. There is the possibility of Dutch language courses being offered for adults in the future. Please check our website www. dnsi1991.org or email directeur@dnsi1991.org.
Belgian Friends of Istanbul
Fransız Fakirhanesi – Little Sisters of the Poor
AWl (American Women of Istanbul)
The Belgian Friends of Istanbul help Belgian newcomers to feel at home and make friends quickly. We gather every month around a drink, brunch, dinner, walk or cultural activity. We also try to keep our traditions alive with activities such as the annual St. Nicholas party for the children or New Year’s dinner. We have our own Facebook page where members exchange useful information about job opportunities, housing, babysitting, Belgian cultural events in Istanbul, where to find Belgian products, etc. Email Nathalie Bevernaegie at bfistanbul@gmail.com.
Boy Scouts/Cub Scouts
The Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts of America is a youth program of character development and values-based leadership training. All boys in grades one to five (ages six to ten) holding a foreign passport are welcome to join Cub Scouts. Older boys (ages 11-18) with foreign passports are welcome to join Boy Scouts. Activities include hiking and camping. Email Vicki Gunay graygunay@gmail. com or phone 0532 314 11 34.
Bridge group
Email Mother Mary psdptr@gmail.com or phone 0212 296 4608.
FOCI (Friends of Contemporary Istanbul)
Working with the international community in promoting the growth and development of contemporary art, the Friends of Contemporary Istanbul aim to enrich the rising art scene in Turkey and to contribute to the cultural life of Istanbul. Email jasmine.taranto@gmail.com or phone 0532 687 7899.
Friends of India Association (FOIA)
The Friends of India Association (FOIA) is a registered group formed to connect Indians in Istanbul through various social events. Our aim is to keep the spirit of India and Indian culture alive by organising various festivals and activities through the year. If you are a newcomer to Istanbul and would like to know more or join the association email any of the following: Jugnu Saglik: jugnusaglik@ yahoo.com, Ambili: ramachandran.ambili@gmail.com or Diya: khera. diya@gmail.com. We are also on Facebook as Istanbul Indian community (FOIA).
Our friendly bridge group meets on Fridays at 11am -- all levels welcome! We play in a relaxed way and sometimes have a chat in between hands. Playing bridge in our group is a way to spend a pleasant Friday. Please contact Sandra on 212 257 9781 or 0532 483 5319.
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Girl Scouts
The Girl Scouts is the world’s largest organisation dedicated to helping all girls everywhere build character and gain skills for success in the real world. In an accepting and nurturing environment, and in partnership with committed adult volunteers, girls develop strong values, leaderships skills, social conscience and conviction about their own potential and self-worth. Girls aged 5 and up are welcome. Email Kat Bekham usagsoistanbul@gmail.com or phone 054 2300 24 92.
Istanbul Ottomans Rugby Football Club
We practice every Saturday afternoon between 4 and 6pm, except on days when there are official fixtures, at the Dikilitaş Spor Kulübü in Besiktas (directions available at www.ottomansrugby.com). Players of all ages (17+) and all levels of fitness are welcome. Please contact one of the team officials on the website for more information.
PAWI
InterNations is an organisation where globally minded people have the opportunity to network and exchange valuable tips and topics regarding expatriate subjects. We organise events and provide opportunities for our members to meet and network twice a month. For further information please see our website http://www. internations.org.
The Professional American Women of Istanbul is a network of American/Canadian women and spouses of Americans/Canadians living in Istanbul. PAWI strives to empower and support members by promoting personal and professional growth. Members inspire each other to achieve and share success. Each monthly PAWI meeting features a guest speaker, and locations alternate between the European and Asian sides. Contact info@pawiistanbul.com or visit www.pawistanbul.com.
International Women’s Bible Study
Patchwork Group
Istanbul Accueil
Photo Club of Istanbul
InterNations
This group meets Tuesdays from 10am until 12.30pm. Contact Vicki Günay on 0532 314 1134.
Welcomes French speaking newcomers in Istanbul. We publish a weekly newsletter listing many events and activities. All Frenchspeaking people are welcome! Email istaccueil@gmail.com or visit our website www.istanbulaccueil.org.
IWI Tennis Group
If you enjoy playing tennis please join our group. The IWI Tennis Group is up and running and takes place at Torch Tennis in Tarabya. Teams are based on skill levels and we welcome all players from beginners to advanced. If you are interested in joining please contact Kenan Dundar on 0535 390 4983 or email kenan. dundar@torchsportsclub.com.
Luso Brasileiro
Portuguese speaking group. Contact: Isabel Ponte Gulpan 0212 669 4943 or 0532 274 1653.
NVI – Dutch speaking people of Istanbul
The Dutch Club Istanbul is a group of people who like to keep typical Dutch festivities alive, for people who have connection to Holland, who like to meet up with Dutch-speaking people. On a monthly basis we organise a get together. Among the festivities we do the typical celebrations like Sinterklass (5 December) and Koninginnedag (Queens day). For further information and details check our website (www.nv-istanbul.org) or contact: Lisette Ruygrok at secretariaat@nv-istanbul.org.
Istanbul International Chamber Choir
IICC is a fun women’s choir, which was founded in 2009 and sings a variety of choral styles from light classical to musical, jazz and pop. The choir organises a Christmas concert and a spring concert in June. A weekly rehearsal takes place at Rumeli Hisarı. The group is always looking for enthusiastic members and for more details you are kindly invited to contact Anderske Kaspersma at anderske@ kaspersma.net or 0532 746 9448.
Istanbul International Rugby Center
Founded in 2007, this is the only Rugby Club in Istanbul with coaching for children and teenagers. Turkish, English, French and Spanish all spoken. The club has coached over 400 international children aged 5-16. Rugby training is every Saturday 12.30 - 2pm at Dilikitaş Sport Club in Beşiktaş. Please contact the Club President Gülseren Gomez or the Technical Director Mr Luis Gomez on 0538 642 4513 for further information or see our website: www.istanbulrugbycenter.com
Contact Gaye Hiçdonmez at gayehicdonmez@gmail.com or 0532 700 0693. The Photo Club of Istanbul organises photography classes and workshops, monthly photo treks and other activities for photographers of all levels of experience. Membership is free and is open to anyone with an interest in photography. Beginners are welcome. Email photoclubofistanbul@gmail.com to request an application form.
Speech Bubbles
Speech Bubbles Theatre is an Istanbul based drama group established in 1988 aiming to perform high-quality English language musical theater while donating the proceeds to charities supporting children and education. Speech Bubbles is composed of amateur and professional dancers, singers and musicians from the international community. Speech Bubbles also runs a part-time school of performing arts for young people over ten years of age and adults for three hours on Saturday mornings where everyone has the chance to gain confidence, develop their performance skills or simply just learn how to act, sing, dance and most importantly have fun! Email: tom@ speechbubbles.org or visit our web site: www.speechbubbles.org.
South Africans in Istanbul
Please contact esbie@hotmail.com if you are interested in forming an informal group of expatriate South Africans.
SWEA (Swedish Women Educational Association)
SWEA is a world-wide network for Swedish speaking women with a chapter in Istanbul. We organise various events and activities and welcome everyone who speaks Swedish. If you would like to know more or join us, please contactistanbul@swea.org.
Support Group for Parents of Children with Special Needs Looking for the support of other parents of children with special needs and additional resources for your child? Please contact Carol Crous for more information on 0533 730 7148 or 0212 223 9700.
Toastmasters International – Istanbul Chapter
The English speaking Istanbul toastmasters club is the first Istanbul local branch of Toastmasters International, an organisation that helps its members improve their communication and leadership skills in a supportive environment. ITM meets on the first and third Wednesday of each month from 19.30-21.30 at the Gönen Hotel in Taksim. Guests are welcome to attend two meetings free of charge. Email vp-membership@istanbultoastmasters.org or president@istanbultoastmasters.org.
Union Church of Istanbul May 2015
We are an international, inter-denominational church that offers services in English. Please contact Elaine Van Rensburg 0212 244 5763.
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PARTNER OFFERS
Our Partner Offers page lists various offers and discounts that our partners are extending to IWI members
In order to redeem these partner benefits, you must show your IWI Membership ID card. If you lose your card, contact our offices at: Adnan Saygun Caddesi, Oz Topuz Sokak. Camlitepe Sitesi, No. 74 Blok C1 / D2 Ulus, Ortakoy.
Time Out subscriptions Time Out Istanbul in English is offering a 25% discout on subscriptions for IWI members. Make Time Out your monthly go-to guide for the city by contacting: Omer Karanis, omer@ajansmedya.com www.timeoutistanbul.com
Tarabya Torch Tenis offers individual and group lessons for children and adults of various skill levels. Our experienced coach will help to instill basic tennis skills and proper techniques in beginners as well as help develop professional skills for advanced players. Coach Kenan Dundar has extensive experience giving lessons to foreign students of all different levels and age groups. Every tennis court at our club meets the specifications for professional tennis courts but the tennis club not only has great tennis courts, it also has all the necessary modern infrastructure for training, warm-up and rest after the game. Tarabya Torch Tenis offers excellent opportunities for training and education but our tennis club is not only about the lessons and playing tennis, it is also lively, relaxing and a great place to meet other tennis fans and make interesting acquaintances. Tarabya Torch Tenis is pleased to offer a 10% discount to IWI members. Courts are open from 7 am to midnight and for more detailed information please contact: 0531-945-2588 or pautova@hotmail.com or visit www.tarabyatorchtenis.com
Concept Languages Located in the heart of Etiler, Concept Languages is offering free Turkish conversation classes to any IWI member presenting their card. Classes will take place twice a month between 14:30 –15:30 and for full information and reservations Please Contact: Başak Toksoy (0212) 351- 18 40 basak.toksoy@conceptlanguages.com
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Hillside Sports With a ‘feel good’ mission, these sports centres provide multifunctional and boutique services. Hillside’s unique products consider personal needs with a team of friendly, experienced and internationally certified experts. We introduce the world’s latest sports trends and provide a colourful range of products to members, combining fitness and fun. The ‘Hillsider community’ consists of Hillside Etiler, Hillside İstinye and Hillside Trio members. Activities, tours, cultural travels, tournaments and parties enrich the lives of the community of members. Hillside City Clubs are wellness addresses that satisfy all needs of their guests and makes sure they feel good. We offer a 20% discount on general membership to IWI members. Contact details: oo Hillside City Club Etiler 0212 3522333 (Alkent Sitesi Tepecik Yolu Etiler) oo Hillside City Club Trio 0216 3241111 (Trio Konutları, Kozyatağı) oo Hillside City Club İstinye 0212 3672000 ( İstinyePark AVM, First Floor)
Steven Kitching British hairstylist I’m happy to offer a 10% discount to all IWI members when booking your first appointment. I have twenty years experience in cutting styling and colouring and offer a professional friendly service in the comfort of your home. For more details and appointments call or e-mail (0551) 412- 4784. stevekitching@hotmail.co.uk
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Dentram Dental Clinics Dentram Dental Clinics offers 20% discount on all treatments to IWI members. The offer is valid at all three clinics: Dentram Levent; Dentram Bağdat Caddesi; Dentram Acarkent. Please have your IWI member card with you.
GRAND BAZAAR DISCOUNTS The following vendors in the Grand Bazaar are offering 10% discount to IWI members:
www.dentram.com
Chill Out Spa Nişantaşı British salon owner Ann Marie Sabuncu is offering IWI members a 25% discount on all treatments and package programs. Chill Out is a small boutique spa using quality products from Decleor. Latest technology LPG body treatments and reflexology are just some of the treatments available. For more information please contact Ann Marie on 0212 231 1159.
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Koç Leather & Fur KaptanBros, lighting and home decoration Tarkan Özbudak, fine Kütahya and İznik handpainted ceramics, tiles and more İgüs, cashmere & silk Ucuzcular Baharat (Bilge Kadıoğlu): Spice market no:51 Eminönü
www.chilloutspa.com.tr
Momma Zen/annezen Momma Zen/annezen is a centre which specialises in yoga, massage and aromatherapy for the pregnant woman, baby yoga and baby massage workshops and kid's yoga. We also offer a doula service and breastfeeding workshops, as well as massage and yoga for non-pregnant women. Momma Zen also teaches HypnoBirthing classes in English and runs workshops on making natural skincare products. For IWI members we are pleased to offer a 20% discount on the full price of prenatal yoga and birth classes, workshops, massages and kid’s yoga. Momma Zen/annezen Kordon Yolu Sokak 8/1, Kordon Apt, Kalamiş, Istanbul. Tel: 0216 345 0866 Jo Harris: 0536 8285587 www.momma-zen.com www.annezen.com/program
Boynuz Steak House & Kasap Boynuz offers IWI members a 10% discount. Polignon Mah. Polignon Cd. Fevzi Cakmak Sk. No:2 Istiniye Phone: 0212 2291910 www.boynuzet.com
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PROFESSIONAL MASSAGE
I can come to your house... Pregnancy massage, cellulite massage, relaxing massage, full body massage, osho re-balancing, massage or wax. Call me for more information: Hatice Yildrim Tirli 0532 260 4118 or 0542 434 1932.
ADULT BALLET CLASSES
Recapture your childhood fun with adult ballet lessons or enjoy a new experience while improving muscle tone, flexibility and co-ordination. IWI member Canan Sadalak, professional ballet teacher and soloist with the Istanbul State Ballet company and her colleague Evelyn Avidor offer a weekly ballet class on Wednesdays between 14.00-15.00 or 18.30-19.30 For further information contact: canan.sadalak@hotmail.com
TURKISH LESSONS:
PRIVATE AND CONVERSATIONAL For ladies and men, group or one to one lessons, at your home or workplace, from an experienced native teacher fluent in English and French. Adjustable to your needs and time schedule. Please call 0530 310 21 32 or email rbensan@ superonline.com for full information.
GERMAN LESSONS
German lessons from experienced native German school teacher. Please call 0532 235 20 86 or email susannecakir@gmail.com for further information.
PIANO LESSONS
Hello everyone — I’m back in Turkey and will be resuming piano lessons. Enjoy learning any type of music your heart desires; classical, musicals, classic jazz & more. For all enquiries, call Aysel Poyraz 0532 244 3130
MUSIC LESSONS
Piano, singing and music theory lessons (solfeggio) are provided by Dobrinka Chavdarova. Has 10 years of practice as a teacher in Istanbul. Bulgarian herself, uses fluently Russian, English, Turkish, has master classes in Munich and Varna. The lessons are suitable for children and adults, beginners or advanced and are given exclusively privately only at the students home, so an instrument is needed. The method of teaching is the Oxford one, combined with lots of other pieces, depending on the natural and pianistic abilities of the student. References are available. If you are interested please mail at dobra_music@abv.bg for further information.
TURKISH LESSONS
Looking for a teacher who will make sense of Turkish in a fun and simple way? Then you must contact me:))) I teach conversational survival Turkish with some grammar explanations from beginners to intermediate. I have lived in the US for a number of years so I am fluent in both languages. If anybody is interested in private or group lessons please contact me. My mobile is 05323440319... NON-COMMERCIAL CLASSIFIED my email address is: cozgun@iics.k12.tr
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SAILING TRIPS / LESSONS BLUE SPIRIT YACHTING
Experience the beauty of Turkey’s beautiful seas by sailing them. As skipper I can sail you in comfortable sailing yachts around Istanbul or Aegean coast. I organise daily or weekly trips, lessons, your holiday with family or friends. I speak Dutch, French, English, German and Luxemburgs. For all information: Jacques Schimberg e-mail jacques@schimberg.nl
CAR FOR SALE
2012 Discovery 4 TDV6, DIESEL, 7 SEATS. For sale to Diplomats at US$ 39,000. 4 x 4, 60K km, Black w/beige interior. Navi system, park sensors, hill start assist, etc. Excellent Condition. Contact L. Orlandi at 0533 5427459. (Foreigners can also buy if pay recoverable Turing deposit of TL 130,000)
HOUSE FOR SALE
We will be organizing a household sale of all kinds of items, lovingly collected in the States and Turkey. There is a wide and interesting variety of categories to choose from, so come on out for a unique shopping experience that is sure to please. Some of the categories you may choose from are: - Porcelain figurines - Tableware, silverware, etc. - Vintage clothing / nightgowns - Vintage handbags & costume jewelry - Ethnic clothing - Hand embroidered household items and garments - Antique furniture (no ikea) Please send an e-mail with your contact information (name, mobile number, and e-mail) to halideshome@ yahoo.com We will get in touch with you about the details of the location and date of the house sale.
REIKI
Holistic beauty therapist both Reiki Aromatherapist offers different kind of beauty treatment hair extension and relax meditation sessions visit my site for ADS herbal ARE treatment FREE FOR IWI MEMBERS! more information www.ljhandcraft.net
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To place an advertisement please contact us at advertising@iwi-tr.org. Advertisements must be confirmed through signed contract before any payment is accepted. Classified ads: Restricted to 50 words. Member cost: FREE (Non-Commercial Ads) Non-Member cost: $60 + 18% V. A. T. All advertising costs are payable by bank transfer. No cash payments accepted. A copy of the payment transfer (dekont) should be sent via email: advertising@iwi-tr.org. Only paid advertisements can be included in Lale. Payment Details Bank: Garanti Bankası Branch Code (Hesap Şubesi): 340 Etiler TL Account (TL Hesap): TR03 0006 2000 3400 0006 2991 17 USD Account (USD Hesap): TR09 0006 2000 3400 0009 0939 67 Customer Name: İstanbul Uluslararası Kadınlar Derneği İktisadi İşletmesi
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