Balat is known for its colourful houses, cobbled streets and eclectic mix of churches, mosques and synagogues – all scattered among antique auction houses, trendy cafes and vintage clothing stores.
Author
Sofia Levin
Sofia Levin
Food and travel journalist Sofia Levin sees cuisine as a cultural barometer that helps people better understand each other and themselves. Based in Melbourne, Australia, she writes for newspapers, magazines and co-authors international travel guidebooks. Raised on Sunday family brunches, weekly market visits and her grandmother’s chicken soup, Sofia spends most of her time encouraging people to #EatCuriously. Follow her culinary adventures on Instagram and Twitter.
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Guides
Everything you need to know about Balat, Istanbul’s coolest neighbourhood
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Stories
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