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Oğuz Yenihayat in İstanbul: 17 Spots
This guide turns Misafirim Var: GÖKHAN TÜRKMEN | Çocukluğunun lezzetleri, pilav&lahmacun aşkı, sık gittiği yerler from Oğuz Yenihayat into a practical food map with 17 saved spots around Ortahisar, Altınordu, and Amsterdam Nieuw-West. The mapped places include a restaurant stop, a place marker, a tourist attraction, and an area marker. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Oğuz Yenihayat hosts singer Gökhan Türkmen in a chef's garden to discuss the intersection of music, fitness, and a deep passion for food. He discovers that Türkmen organizes his entire life and sports routine around the ability to eat freely, even maintaining a dedicated 'YY' (Yaşasın Yemek Yemek) folder for food inspiration. The episode highlights a more personal, food-centric side of the artist rather than a typical career-focused interview.
What this map is good for
- Planning a tourist attraction stop or short itinerary in Ortahisar.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 17 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
- Belgrad
Place marker in Silivrikapı, 34107 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye, Silivrikapı, Fatih, İstanbul, Türkiye - Bağdat Caddesi
Place marker in Bağdat Cad., İstanbul, Türkiye, İstanbul, Türkiye - Apartıman Yeniköy
Restaurant in Yeniköy, Köybaşı Cd. No:153, 34464 Sarıyer/İstanbul, Türkiye, Yeniköy, Sarıyer, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Karadeniz Supermarket
Supermarket in Osdorper Ban 30-42, 1068 MH Amsterdam, Netherlands, Amsterdam Nieuw-West, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
Hours: Hours available - Sümela Monastery
Tourist Attraction in Altindere Valley National Park, Altındere, 61750 Maçka/Trabzon, Türkiye, Altındere, Maçka, Trabzon, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Züber - Alterna Gıda Sanayi Pazarlama ve Ticaret A.Ş.
Manufacturer in Akçaburgaz, 592. Sk No:8/2, 34325 Esenyurt/İstanbul, Türkiye, Akçaburgaz, Esenyurt, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Goodman
Steak House in 24-26 Maddox St, London W1S 1QH, UK, London, England, United Kingdom
Price level: Expensive
Hours: Hours available - Zero Cafe Bar
Restaurant in Cumhuriyet, E70, 08690 Üçkardeş/Hopa, Uzunyalı, 08610 Kemalpaşa/Artvin, Türkiye, Uzunyalı, Kemalpaşa, Artvin, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Ayder Plateau
Tourist Attraction in Kaplıca, 53780 Yukarışimşirli/Çamlıhemşin/Rize, Türkiye, Yukarışimşirli, Rize, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Gaziantep
Area marker in Gaziantep, Türkiye, Gaziantep, Türkiye - Karadeniz pide & lahmacun
Turkish Restaurant in Hertford Rd, Enfield EN3 5JJ, UK, Enfield, England, United Kingdom
Hours: Hours available - Ephesus Ancient City
Historical Landmark in Atatürk, Efes Harabeleri, 35920 Selçuk/İzmir, Türkiye, Atatürk, Selçuk, İzmir, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - 5 more spots
Open the map in Varedelo to see the full saved list.
Food notes from the video
- mezgit
- pilav
- salçalı sosis
- et
- zeytinyağlı bamya
- hamburger
- sandviç
Experiences captured
- hosted Gökhan Türkmen on Misafirim Var
- visited a chef friend's garden
- discussed Gökhan Türkmen's new studio and album
- talked about healthy cooking and sports routines
- planned a barbecue on a studio terrace
- recorded a conversation about food and travel
Planning notes for Istanbul
Istanbul, located on both the European and Asian continents, is a city with a documented history spanning over 2,500 years. Originally established as Byzantium in approximately 660 BCE, it later served as the capital for the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman Empires under the name Constantinople before being renamed Istanbul. The city's historical heritage is preserved within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of its historic peninsula, which contains structures such as the 5th-century Walls of Constantinople.
Must-try foods nearby
- Cağ Kebabı
A trending favorite in 2026, this Erzurum-origin horizontal spit kebab features marinated lamb cooked over a wood fire. - Balık Dürüm
A modern evolution of the classic fish sandwich, this 'fish wrap' has become the ultimate 2026 street food. - Iskender Kebab
An iconic masterpiece consisting of thinly sliced döner meat laid over pieces of warm pide bread. - Serpme Kahvaltı
The quintessential Turkish breakfast spread. In 2026, 'Van-style' breakfast houses remain the trend, featuring dozens of small plates including kaymak (clotted cream) with honey. - Mantı
Tiny, handmade Turkish dumplings typically filled with spiced ground meat. They are topped with a garlic-yogurt sauce and a drizzle of melted butter infused with Aleppo 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).
Local tips
- Purchase an Istanbulkart for seamless access to all public transport, including ferries and trams, as most systems no longer accept cash.
- Always carry some cash in Turkish Lira for small purchases and tipping, as many restaurants do not allow adding gratuities to credit card payments.
- When dining at sit-down restaurants, it is customary to leave a cash tip of 5-10% of the total bill if a service charge is not already included.
- Use ride-hailing apps like BiTaksi or Uber to secure official yellow taxis and ensure the meter is used to avoid common overcharging scams.
What travelers are noticing
- Haydarpaşa and Sirkeci Cultural Hubs: The historic train stations are completing their transformation into major cultural centers with museums and performance spaces.
- Digital Art & Electronic Music Festival: A new city-wide debut combining AI-driven visuals and live electronic performances in historic venues.
- Istanbul Modern 21st Anniversary: The museum is hosting major 2026 retrospectives including 'Semiha Berksoy: Aria of All Colors' and 'Panorama: Dreams and Places.'
Extra place context
- Bağdat Caddesi
The definitive shopping artery of the Asian side, this 14-kilometer-long boulevard is a mix of sophisticated retail and dynamic street life.
shopping
Official tourism resource
The official website of the Ortahisar Municipality provides visitor information on the historic castle, local culture, and tourism in the Cappadocia region.
Planning questions
Where did Oğuz Yenihayat eat in İstanbul?
This guide maps all 17 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in İstanbul.
What are the must-try foods in İstanbul?
Creator picks from the video include mezgit, pilav, salçalı sosis, et. 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.