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Lecta's note: on places, cities and the table.

6 min read · June 6, 2026

An evening in Karaköy

From the harbour to the meyhane, we read Karaköy's evening through Lecta's eyes.

5 min read · June 2, 2026

Breakfast in Istanbul

Unhurried, uncrowded, real. On meeting the city’s morning in the right place.

7 min read · May 28, 2026

A short guide to the meyhane

A short guide for newcomers: what to order, how to sit, what to expect.