Travel video guide
Vedat Milor in Beyoğlu, İstanbul: 2 Spots
This guide turns İstanbul’un 100 yıllık şekerlemecisinde, üç kuşaktır aynı özenle yaşatılan eski tatlar. from Vedat Milor into a practical food map with 2 saved spots around Beyoğlu and Üsküdar. The mapped places include a candy store and a market. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Vedat Milor visited the historic Üç Yıldız confectionery to experience traditional flavors that are increasingly difficult to find in Istanbul. He particularly praised the almond paste for its authentic taste and low sugar content, noting that it allows the true flavor of the almond to shine. Milor emphasized that this establishment is a rare gem that preserves the genuine quality of classic Turkish sweets.
What this map is good for
- Planning a market stop or short itinerary in Beyoğlu.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 2 mapped spots into Varedelo so the list stays usable on the ground.
- Using the original video as context, then turning it into a clean place-by-place map.
Featured spots on this map
- Uc Yildiz
Candy Store in Hüseyinağa, Dudu Odaları Sk. No:7, 34000 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye, Hüseyinağa, Beyoğlu, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Uskudar Fishermen's Market
Market in Mimar Sinan, Selam-ı Ali Efendi Cd., 34672 Üsküdar/İstanbul, Türkiye, Mimar Sinan, Üsküdar, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available
Food notes from the video
- badem ezmesi
Experiences captured
- visited Üç Yıldız confectionery in Balık Pazarı
- met with second-generation owner Feridun Bey
- discussed traditional Turkish sweets and international reputation
- tasted authentic low-sugar almond paste
Planning notes for Istanbul
Istanbul is a city located on two continents, separated by the Bosphorus Strait. It served as the capital of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman Empires. The city’s historical center is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and contains landmarks from multiple eras. Historical Heritage and Architecture The architectural landscape includes structures from the 4th to the 21st centuries. * Hagia Sophia: Built in 537 AD.
Must-try foods nearby
- Simit
Often called the 'Turkish bagel,' this circular bread is encrusted with sesame seeds and molasses-dipped before baking. - Balık Dürüm
A modern evolution of the classic 'Balık Ekmek' fish sandwich. This version features grilled mackerel wrapped in a thin lavaş with a signature blend of pomegranate molasses. - Hünkar Beğendi
A majestic Ottoman-era dish consisting of tender lamb stew served over a velvety bed of 'beğendi'—a smoky eggplant purée enriched with butter and cheese. - Midye Dolma
Plump mussels stuffed with aromatic herbed rice, currants, and pine nuts, served with a mandatory squeeze of fresh lemon. - Cağ Kebabı
Originating from Erzurum but now a major Istanbul trend, this is a horizontally stacked lamb kebab marinated in onions, salt, and black pepper.
When to go: The best time to visit Istanbul is during the shoulder seasons of spring (April to May) and autumn (September to October), when the weather is mild and pleasant for sightseeing. Summer (July and August) is the peak tourist season with hot.
Local tips
- Purchase an Istanbulkart at major transit hubs to pay for all public transportation, including ferries, trams, and buses.
- Always check that the taxi meter is turned on before starting your journey or use a ride-hailing app to ensure fair pricing.
- When dining, it is customary to leave a cash tip of 10% as service charges are rarely included in the bill.
- Dress modestly by covering shoulders and knees when entering residential neighborhoods or historical sites to respect local social norms.
What travelers are noticing
- Semiha Berksoy: Aria of All Colors (Major retrospective at Istanbul Modern)
- Galataport Jazz Festival (Free waterfront music events in June)
- Panorama: Dreams and Places (AI and lens-based art exhibition)
Official tourism resource
The official travel guide for Beyoğlu, a vibrant cultural district in Istanbul, provided by the Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Culture and Tourism.
Planning questions
Where did Vedat Milor eat in Beyoğlu, İstanbul?
This guide maps all 2 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in Beyoğlu, İstanbul.
What are the must-try foods in Beyoğlu, İstanbul?
Creator picks from the video include badem ezmesi. Open the map in Varedelo to see which spot each one is at.
Can I save these spots to use on my trip?
Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save every spot, get directions, and revisit the guide from your phone while you travel.
Use it on your trip
Save this food map before you go
Keep the mapped spots, creator context, food notes, and planning details together. Varedelo turns the page into a phone-friendly map you can revisit when you are choosing where to go.