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Where to Eat in İstanbul: Çükündür From Kartal Gökberk | Varedelo
This guide turns BUNU YİYEN VAR MI? TÜRKİYE'NİN EN İLGİNÇ İSİMLİ YEMEKLERİ from Kartal Gökberk into a practical food map with 12 saved spots around Kartal, Artvin, and Beşiktaş. The mapped places include an area marker, a car rental, a corporate office, and a restaurant stop. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Kartal Gökberk and his wife Zeynep explored Turkish dishes with unusual names, starting with a sugar beet appetizer called çükündür from the Kastamonu region. They were pleasantly surprised by the sweetness of the dish, though Kartal suggested it would be even better served with garlic yogurt. The experience combined culinary experimentation with personal storytelling as they answered fan questions about their relationship and family life.
What this map is good for
- Planning a car rental stop or short itinerary in Kartal.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 12 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
- Rent a Van
Car Rental in Esentepe Mahallesi İnönü Caddesi, Esentepe, Kartal Oto Sanayi Sitesi A1 NO:11, 34870 Kartal/İstanbul, Türkiye, Esentepe, Kartal, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Istanbul Technical University
University in Reşitpaşa, İTÜ Ayazağa Kampüsü Rektörlük Binası, 34467 Sarıyer/İstanbul, Türkiye, Reşitpaşa, Sarıyer, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Pendik
Area marker in Pendik/İstanbul, Türkiye, Pendik, İstanbul, Türkiye - Bodrum
Area marker in Bodrum, Muğla, Türkiye, Bodrum, Muğla, Türkiye - Robert College
School in Arnavutköy, Kuruçeşme Cd. No:87, 34345 Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Türkiye, Arnavutköy, Beşiktaş, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Artvin
Area marker in Artvin, Artvin Merkez/Artvin, Türkiye, Artvin, Türkiye - Şanlıurfa
Area marker in Şanlıurfa, Türkiye, Şanlıurfa, Türkiye - Elbistan
Area marker in Elbistan/Kahramanmaraş, Türkiye, Elbistan, Kahramanmaraş, Türkiye - Kartal Is Merkzi
Corporate Office in Tacettin Veli, Lalezade Cd. No:45, 38050 Melikgazi/Kayseri, Türkiye, Tacettin Veli, Melikgazi, Kayseri, Türkiye - Kartal
Area marker in Kartal, 46090 Dulkadiroğlu/Kahramanmaraş, Türkiye, Kartal, Kahramanmaraş, Türkiye - Kastamonu
Area marker in Kastamonu, Türkiye, Kastamonu, Türkiye - Adana Yöresel Lezzetler 01 Mert Kebap
Restaurant in Esentepe, Çanakkale Cd. No:60/A, 34870 Kartal/İstanbul, Türkiye, Esentepe, Kartal, İstanbul, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available
Food notes from the video
- çükündür
- dul avrat çorbası
Experiences captured
- conducted a home tour and Q&A session
- researched traditional Turkish dishes with unusual names
- sourced sugar beets from a specific greengrocer in Pendik
- consulted AI to verify traditional recipes
- tasted and rated regional Turkish appetizers and soups
- shared personal stories about marriage and naming their daughter
Planning notes for Istanbul
Istanbul is a transcontinental city located on the Bosphorus Strait, serving as a geographical link between Europe and Asia. Historically, it functioned as the capital for the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman Empires. The city’s historical core, much of which is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site, contains structures from various eras, including the 4th-century Roman Hippodrome, the 6th-century Byzantine Hagia Sophia.
Must-try foods nearby
- Cağ Kebabı
Widely trending in 2026 as the 'king of kebabs,' this Erzurum-style delicacy consists of marinated lamb stacked on a horizontal spit and wood-fired. - Balık Dürüm
The modern, more portable evolution of the classic fish sandwich (Balık Ekmek). Freshly grilled mackerel is seasoned with a secret blend of spices. - Hünkar Beğendi
A pinnacle of Ottoman palace cuisine, this 'Sultan’s Delight' features tender, slow-cooked lamb chunks served over a creamy. - Islak Hamburger
The legendary 'Wet Burger' of Taksim Square. These sliders are doused in a garlicky, spiced tomato sauce and kept steaming in a glass humidor, resulting in a soft, pillowy texture. - Midye Dolma
Plump mussels stuffed with aromatic rice, currants, pine nuts, and a heavy dose of black pepper.
When to go: The best time to visit Istanbul is during the shoulder seasons of April to May and September to October, when the weather is mild (15°C–25°C) and the city is ideal for walking. Summer (June–August) is the peak tourist season with hot.
Local tips
- Purchase an Istanbulkart at major transit hubs to access the city's extensive network of ferries, trams, and metros efficiently.
- Always verify that the taxi meter is switched on before starting your journey or use a ride-hailing app like BiTaksi to avoid overcharging.
- When dining, expect a leisurely pace as meals are social events, and it is polite to leave a 5-10% cash tip if a service charge is not already included.
- Accept offers of tea from shopkeepers as a sign of hospitality, even if you do not intend to make a purchase.
What travelers are noticing
- Viral Balık Dürüm (Fish Wrap) stalls in Karaköy, featuring innovative spicy sauces and charred flatbreads.
- Artisanal Midye Dolma (Stuffed Mussels) carts in Beşiktaş, trending for their larger, herb-infused rice fillings.
- International Istanbul Gastronomy Festival 2026, showcasing fusion street food and modern Anatolian techniques.
Planning questions
What is this video map?
It is a crawlable guide to the mapped places from BUNU YİYEN VAR MI? TÜRKİYE'NİN EN İLGİNÇ İSİMLİ YEMEKLERİ, with the creator video, a static map preview, and selected spots from the trip.
Can I save these spots?
Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save the places, keep planning notes, and revisit the guide from your phone.
Does this replace watching the video?
No. The video remains the source, and the map makes the places easier to scan, compare, and save while planning.
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.