15th Jan 2013
Istanbul Eats
Gorge yourself on the stunning street food of one of the World's most captivating cities!... read more
Tags / Turkey
25th Dec 2012
Why I Love Jesus: An Agnostic’s Christmas Sermon
Without wanting to offend, I’m a firm believer that agnosticism is the only logical ‘religious’ stand point to go for. As much as any belief in God requires a huge leap of faith, at the same time, so does to jump in the opposite direction. On the one hand, it may not point to any higher truth, but on [...]... read more
15th Jan 2012
Islam Without Extremes by Mustafa Akyol
Mustafa Akyol puts forward the case for religious reform in response to the events of the Arab Spring.... read more
14th Jan 2012
A to Z of Middle Eastern Food & Drink
Here is my alphabet of Middle Eastern food and drink. Most of them are pretty obvious, even for those who aren’t that well acquainted with the cuisine of the region, but this is only a beginner’s guide. I’ve limited myself to one reference per letter, so it’s not at all extensive (otherwise this could have [...]... read more
12th Jan 2012
Turkey: A Short History by Norman Stone
An insightful introduction to Turkey's history; perfect to carry with you as you explore the back streets of Istanbul!... read more
