I just saw a posting by my blogger friend Özlem of  Ozlem's Turkish Table that I'd like to recommend to all my dear readers. Yes, okay this is the first time I am promoting something and - full disclosure - I do not have any interest in this - but for all of you who enjoyed reading about my Istanbul adventures (see October and November 2011 postings) - here is the perfect opportunity to enjoy some of the same and much more. So have a look at http://www.ozlemsturkishtable.com/2012/01/fascinating-istanbul-and-grand-turkey.html
and if you go send me a link to your blog when posting about your Turkish adventures!