VLOG: EATING KEBAB in ISTANBUL w/ Bahar and Burak 😍 You Won’t Believe the Variety!

From now on I want to take you on and around Istanbul and show you how, what and where we eat! And today I will be taking Burak and Bahar to a kebab place to show you what a huge kebab table looks like especially when you share the table with a vegetarian!
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[@soruyoruum]

i love istanbul, Turkish cuisine, Turkish people, their kindness..There is something special about Turkish hospitality!!... all amazing 💕 ❤️ TURKEY is really hidden heaven 💕❤️

[@robdawson2]

I have been saying the same thing since I was lucky enough to visit there when I was a teenager in 1987! Been 16 times all told. Cannot get enough. Love taking my high school students there. They are always surprised. Getting them köfte or gözleme late at night from some street vendor in some random part of town on our way back from all day expliring town is sg very special.

[@mindful47]

I'm so happy that u finally brought your viewers to a restaurant! Turkey's food standard is high , things are very clean and portions are very generous. Vegetarians will have no problem because Turkish cuisine is very flexible to accommodate vegetarians. Next time u need to bring us to pazar! Turkey has the best tomatoes !! I'm going Türkiye soon again , mutluyum !

[@anahidkassabian4471]

Apologies for the length! But you brought tears to my eyes, literally, so I couldn't help it. First of all, I haven't seen what I grew up calling shorgham turshu in at least 40 years... My father waited all year for the season to come to make it, and then for it to ferment. We ate the pieces with either yogurt or sour cream, but all he cared about was the drink. And then the michov kufte--wow. Someone really, really knows what they're doing to make the outer part that thin. I can remember my father talking about how women would make that for him and his family when there was a potential marriage in the air. I'm still nowhere near good enough to make the kufte like the ones you showed; I make sini kufte instead. And now, my very Danish partner, whom I kidnapped from DK when he was 33, makes a beautiful sini kufte, as well as many other Armenian dishes, and he is a baker, so I'm totally spoiled with two very different and gorgeous baking traditions. Thank you so much for all those beautiful memories -- I'll be smiling all day.

[@daviddawicki6730]

When I was in turkey I was amazed ,if you are talking to someone you have never met in 10 minutes they are inviting you home for food, most hospital people in the universe. May your God bless and keep you.

[@leroidesseins7114]

Türk yemeklerini, Türk içeceklerini, Türkiye'yi ve Türk insanlarını seviyorum! Çok teşekkür ederim. Ben oraya seyahat etmek istiyorum, biz yemek paylaşacağız inşallah. I am still a beginner student in Turkish, so pardon any mistakes please. I liked this style of video, I don't know if you have other vlogs, but it would be a nice addition to the kitchen videos!

[@S.Yucel1962]

Söylemeseniz yabancı olduğunuzu anlamazdım, çok güzel yazmışsınız tebrikler.

[@leroidesseins7114]

@@S.Yucel1962 çok teşekkürler, arkadaşım!

[@arifozr]

Burak abi bu videoda iyi doydu :) ülkenin mutfağını böyle tanıtan güzel insanlar olması güzel

[@lucieadjek8506]

Oh!! My poor little mouth wouldn't stop leaking with all that fabulous Mouth-watering delicacies you guys are eating😋. When in London, Turkish restaurant is the only place I love to eat because its always fresh vegetables, lamb meat, fish...... And healthy. Your place is beautiful, I'll love to come to your country. I've never been there and thanks for sharing those beautiful places and moments in the restaurant.😀 Lots of ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Stay blessed in God's grace 🙏🏿 Peace ✌️✌️And 💓💓love.

[@suslamo]

Man, I miss Turkey. Love the food, the people, the nature. Such an awesome and beautiful country! Love from Ukraine.

[@lunarbike]

Our heart is with people of ukrain, with heroes. Love and solidarity from Turkey.🇹🇷🇺🇦

[@mlk3327]

You're very much welcome here, greetings from Turkey.

[@sur7a7zal]

I sometimes have imaginary conversations with Refika, Burak and Bahar when I cook the recipes on this channel in my kitchen! The entire team who runs this channel has such wonderful warm energy!

[@krennjolongbayan9779]

Refika assuring us that no food is wasted. I adore people who love and respect food.

[@conniehruday9139]

Thank you the food looked amazing. My husband and I spent a few weeks in Turkey in the 1980's. We ate like royalty (which was rare for backpackers). Ah the kebabs and breads!

[@hasinapatel7697]

Refika, thank you for sharing...Turkey is an amazing country, very friendly people and cuisine. I've been visiting for the past 35 years 🇹🇷❤️

[@Refika]

So welcome 🥰

[@nabilarazaqrazaq1592]

@@Refika hi I hope u ok cause the earthquake please txt back

[@azbeaux]

I am lucky to have travelled a significant part of the world (cabin crew). Without a doubt, Turkey is my favourite country and Istanbul is my dream city.

[@zin153]

Wow! That made my dinner of fried eggs on toast with chilli look ridiculous. Wish I'd been at your table instead. What a spread!

[@bbqwithrandy]

İstanbul, Turkey for that matter is one of my most favorite places in the world. The people are wonderful and the food is incredible…enjoy!

[@ugultulutepeler8798]

İf you are not turkish

[@severmis4473]

Hangi mekandasiniz?

[@bbqwithrandy]

@@severmis4473 I was in Adana and İstanbul. I used to vacation there 25 years ago.

[@MrSockKing]

Refinance should open a travel business in her home town giving people food tours of Turkey. That kind of meal is always a special occasion.

[@zhane1111]

featured comment !!!!👍🏻👍🏻

[@dr.michelles3550]

Rafika- start doing/sponsoring food tours for tourists in Istanbul- we all will come!! Pleeeeeeeease!

[@alisonwilks302]

I was a bit frosty towards Barrack at first but now o have warmed up to him with a passion , love you Barrack ♥️♥️♥️☺️☺️☺️☺️☺️♥️♥️

[@nicoleturgeon-courchesne2212]

OMG you made me so hungry that I ordered supper for my husband and I from a shwarma restaurant. They have a family platter with beef kebabs, chicken kebabs, koftas all with pickles, cucumbers, tomatoes, tabouleh, rice, potatoes etc. I am stuffed and we still have enough for 2 more meals :)

[@pennyjurgens76]

I am so envious!!!! Always loved the look of Turkish food, my mouth always waters when I imagine how delicious it must taste! 😛😋😋😋

[@Refika]

mouth watering indeed !! try out our easy to make kebab recipes for sure 🥰🥰

[@emilyeriksson4868]

@@Refika ,love you so much Refika!You and your team are so amazing!Wish I can visit Turkey one day.That food is unbelievable!Much love from a neighbour romanian living in the UK!

[@enadcmecommerce]

I just discovered your channel. Your enthusiasm, knowledge, and videos are compelling. As someone who enjoys cooking and watching cooking videos, you’re one of the best out there. You’re a great ambassador for Turkey through your videos and recipes. I can’t wait to try some of your recipes.

[@amateurepicurean8168]

Refika and company, I want to visit Istanbul and hang out with you guys. Not only do you look like you're having a lot of fun, but you all seem to be so warm and kind as well! There is something special about Turkish hospitality!!

[@paulistaporai]

Me too!

[@Refika]

Come plss pls come we will welcomee youu

[@amateurepicurean8168]

@@Refika It is looking like it will be safe to travel this summer, thanks be to God, so we actually may spend some time in Istanbul. We are hoping to go to Greece and Jerusalem, too.

[@Chi-for-4]

Canım ülkemin yemeklerinin yerini hiçbir şey tutamaz. Sana Çok teşekkür ederim bu güzellikleri dünyaya öğrettiğin için.

[@helenmcdonnell2585]

Fantastic spread, so enjoyed the excursion. Only been to Istanbul airport unfortunately. I am an adventurous cook and have started my Turkish delight with your Chanel, I have made quite a few of your dishes, so far with rave reviews:) You are all so friendly and natural. In my opinion your cooking channel is exceptional! Love from Northern Ireland

[@akpinarevjenberna]

Burak's face is priceless each time he takes a bite. Lovely!

[@JorgedelasAlas]

I love how Refika is so conscientious when it comes to plastics and packaging. Yes, let's all pitch in to save the Earth. I'm an Environmental Scientist and a home cook as well.

[@theoriginalquinnpiper]

Amazed at how many dishes I recognized from watching Refika teach us how to make them!! Thank you! 🙏🏽

[@yomamasmama888]

Refika this has made my day completely! I can't wait to come to Turkey; and I hope one day soon it will happen for me! I LOVE THIS VIDEO! Thank you for showing us Turkish cuisine and please keep on doing so! Turkish cuisine is the MOST AMAZING in the world!

[@ajaguar27]

That looks like such a lovely spread to share with friends. I love this kind of video; it feels so casual and cozy that I can almost imagine sitting at the table with everyone.

[@mystrie4663]

I love all your videos but I think this is my favorite one so far! It was like sitting around the table and having lunch with all of you. Thank you for what you do! You are amazing. That is for you Refika, you Burak, you Bahar and everyone at Refika's Kitchen!

[@deeferry6520]

I had a fabulous time and some wonderful food in Istanbul, I was lucky enough to go with Turkish friends who were able to take me to all the best places to eat. Karniyarik is my all time favourite meal.

[@MrWalter2202]

I was collecting water in my mouth, when I saw this fantastic video. Most of the food I know already from my multiple visits to Turkey and I love them all. Thank you for the beautiful video!

[@analaria1]

For many years I have wanted to travel to Turkey because it is the country that is in the middle of two continents. When I discovered some soap operas on youtube, I was very surprised by the quality of them, and the various real scenarios used in the filming. Very beautiful places and full of culture. Thank you for your wonderful recipes and for showing us the richness of Turkish food. Hugs from Portugal!

[@asexualatheist3504]

Thanks for sharing your culture and food. I know so little of Turkey. It’s always a pleasure to learn how people around the world imagine food.

[@ggoddkkiller1342]

Bahar's expressions are always lovely and hilarious😍😂

[@rebeccahenkins1697]

OMG - I am drooling. I return to Istanbul in 28 days - not that I am counting! I was there at CHristmas time and coming back in 28 days and then I will be looking for a place to live = I need a break and maybe retirement place with good friends there or Adana/Mersin! Thanks for sharing!!

[@Vicccccc_]

I love this new type of content !!! Would love to visit Istanbul and try the delicious food. Thank you Refrika and team ❤️❤️❤️

[@dorismay6722]

I LOVED this! Please do this again! I watch videos from a young couple that go to many places in the world and eat local food. They’re why I started following your channel because they have been to Turkey several times and they drank apple tea. I don’t even drink tea but am enchanted with apple tea. It looks amazing! I shared your video for lentil bread with my daughter and she made it and said it was wonderful!

[@deborahneumann9162]

REMARKABLE video! I just LOVE to see restaurants there. Thank you SO much for expanding your reach and educating us all.

[@Refika]

very very welcome ❤️❤️

[@Khadeejahraja]

Istanbul is one of my favorite cities. Fell in love with it, both times I was there. Hoping to visit again! Xx

[@TheBLGL]

I ate peymacun when I lived in Istanbul (I’m pescatarian), I’d get it at a place on Mühürdar Caddesi a lot cause I lived in Moda, it was on my way home from the ferry. Maybe Bahar just misses the real thing, now that I can get soy meat easily, I make it at home with that instead of with beyaz peynir, just cause I prefer it. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@sandyrice3559]

Istanbul is one of the most fascinating cities I've ever been to. I really enjoyed this video; it made me realize I'm long overdue for another visit to Turkey.

[@christinalazaridis1562]

That's my kind of table!! Hello from Canada! Enjoy in good health always! Love you guys ❤❤❤

[@b_uppy]

Yum. Yum. Yum. Fermenting is always interesting. It can really transform 'meh' foods. Fresh turkish bread is another level.

[@stefimandi186]

I am always amazed by the many ways you prepare vegetable. Especially egg plants. That hummus dish looks like something bubbling right from the oven. I am looking forward to see your recipe.

[@OldAngloSaxon]

Great video! I would definitely love to see more food blogs around Istanbul to see real world applications of Turkey's cuisine :)

[@hazeljanepagacita6571]

I really love istanbul..:)amazing place, delicious foods, historical places,and friendly people. Looking forward to visit this place again and again.. 😍

[@albaarroyo2377]

I'm drooling! Everything looks great! Best regards from Durango, Mexico.

[@Softshelldiety]

I LOVE you guys! Love how conscious you are about waste, be it food or packaging! Love your recipes too! I started watching so I could make food for my fiancé to help connect him to his roots but I’ve stayed because I adore everyone on the channel! ❤️❤️🥰🥰❤️❤️

[@nancykusler2880]

Fabulous to see you out there in the wild eating beautiful food and enjoying friendship and life.

[@craigbertram5109]

I want to go out with the whole team!! So much fun watching you interact.

[@jakesyaseen8494]

Amazing food and cuisine in Istanbul 💕❤️ from Johannesburg South Africa

[@carolrasmussenschramm2668]

Yummmmm…… I can’t wait to visit Istanbul again and eat kebab!

[@jorgtb7265]

We are really looking forward to be back in Turkey this year…wonderful people, wonderful places and wonderful cuisine😍 I love your video and your recommendation of the Kebab location 👍 thank you very much and greetings from Germany.

[@Refika]

Wishing you all safe trips 🥰 Love from Istanbul ❤️

[@juliehillebrand8923]

It certainly looks like you enjoyed a spectacular afternoon. I hope I can bring my daughters to Turkey one day to enjoy the sunshine, architecture, and delicious food. I've made quite a few of your recipes for them, and they always very happily eat all of it! Thank you!

[@ocakedo]

I would love for you guys to make this video for desserts. This one was amazing.

[@Sam.Willis657]

Literally every thing on that table looked delicious

[@Sam.Willis657]

Although I love meat I also like Bahar's choices as I like to eat only a little meat it's so good to see all the options. We love all world foods but Turkish food is the best

[@shuermarvin577]

So many yummy dishes. Taking leftovers home is a great idea. We should not waste anything.

[@Christinaanncat]

I must must must make my way to Turkey somehow someway someday. I love the energy and joy of every one of you. There was not a single item on that table that I wouldn’t eat. And the beauty of Turkey takes my breath away.

[@mariafusco7899]

Such a sweet video. I felt like I was there with you! I love hearing personal stories. Love you all!

[@sarahbhutta251]

Loved visiting Istanbul! Such a beautiful city.

[@georgeoothoudt7358]

The presentation is outstanding. Thank you for taping this adventure!

[@shalaswad]

Wooow- we will be in Istanbul in the summer and now we know where to get our Kebap fix. Thank you so much

[@voulafisentzidis8830]

Again, Refika and friends, a thousand thanks for your inspiration. Watching this episode inspires me to cook up a storm. Love your shows.

[@bhumikaudernani3043]

What a spread. So much to know about the food and the ways to eat ♥️

[@debbycoley]

Everything looks incredibly delicious!

[@rushantic25]

loved it , thank you for taking us .. lovely to see the dishes

[@MOOSEDOWNUNDER]

My crazy friend Max bought into a Brazilian bar and grill there, live music and dancing from South America. In the heart of Istanbul at some posh hotel, crazy man. I did not realise so many Jews are in Istanbul, massive community. Great to see all living together, Christians too of course.

[@lutfunnaharjeenat2422]

Yummy, yummy . I enjoy it . I'm waiting when I can go to visit Istanbul. Love those food and love you all 💖

[@roblatchford5923]

The selection of food and kebabs looks so good. The çiğ köfte is one of my favourites too. It was good to see you going out and trying food in a local restaurant instead of cooking and sharing your recipes with us. I can’t wait to get back to Istanbul again in a few weeks to eat some of the wonderful food there.

[@80stime]

Love this video. Started to salivate when the food was brought out. Thank you for teaching us what to order and eat the proper way.

[@LbEternity]

I had a wonderful two weeks there last year and absolutely loved the food, some of which you showed here and the many sites you have there. Can’t wait to go back.

[@rubysilver3299]

What a beautiful assortment of dishes! It’s a feast for the eyes before you even begin eating.

[@mmcn3862]

Every time I watch your blogs that I love , I remember Turkey and I must say my heart yearns to go back , keep the videos coming that I enjoy so much

[@stefang1087]

This was one of the best videos I have seen on your canal. Of course, I like all your work guys, but seeing you enjoying yourself while showing us a kebab restaurant and all those wonderful dishes was amazing.

[@andemess3095]

Wonderful video. I never once thought you would waste the extra food. It would be a joy to share that time with your group and of course the yummy food!

[@Refika]

Thank youuu 😘😘😘😘

[@olivetyrrell8761]

Ahhh so good to see you guys out & see your restaurants! Please do more of those if you like ❤️ The food looks amazing & it was fun to see you out & about 🥰🥰

[@uroojsohail7819]

Thank you for sharing, love Turkish food. Wish to visit Turkey some time soon. Love your videos and your way of showing your culture to us.

[@doveandolive1153]

The entire table looks beyond amazing ! Soooo hungry now!!

[@karanaima]

Always impressed to see the diversity of turkish food

[@supriyagaikwad988]

Keep doing such videos in-between Food looks so tempting

[@krysstevecrimi1482]

Inshallah, we will return to Turkey for a fourth time, and eat like sultans and sultanas again!

[@NatalieCWilliams]

One of the best videos of this type that I've seen on Turkish cuisine and culture. Thanks Chef for sharing this; very informative and delightful to watch 😊👏🏼

[@rbczane]

Wow wow wow! All that food looks amazing!!

[@sophias6318]

Falling in love with Istanbul through your food and vids

[@arunakamala23]

This is so nice. Hope you do more of these videos. And thank you Bahar on behalf of all of us vegetarians 🤗❤️

[@acacioamparo]

I LOVE IT !!!! ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️ This is really a temptation, a Grand Mouth Watering! Thanks a lot for the tour Refika! Good bless You. Can't wait to get my chance to visiting Istanbul's greatness. Cheers!!

[@Refika]

Thank youuuu 🙏🙏🙏

[@mamabear349]

OMW...Turkish food heaven!! Everything looks so delicious!! Love you guys ❤️

[@julibeswick-valentine3690]

What a wonderful feast. It was fun watching, thank you.

[@vivianramsay2527]

Oh my!! Bee-U-ti-ful Food!!🤩🤩I'm so hungry now!!😁😁😋😋🤩🤩🤩🤩Thank you for explaining the flavors of the dishes! Now I understand why all of your recipes are so great!!😍🤩What a wonderful food culture!!❤

[@tanczosandras599]

I made the mistake of watching this while waiting for my bread to finish prooving for a kebab. Now I am shouting at it like a cheerleader.

[@lisahodges8299]

I need to go to Turkey. I can't bear watching you enjoying so much lovely food! Birdy

[@brucebrownlow]

Go. It is a wonderful place, with food to die for, with beautiful people and history. I am getting old and live in California, so I have probably had my last visit there, but what wonderful memories. At least my Turkish daughter in law lives nearby and is also a great cook.

[@nicoledcarroll]

Wow, the food looks fabulous. Beautiful complex food. I am in awe of your cuisine ❤

[@susanmarino8026]

Thank you for showing your beautiful country and delicious food. Always enjoy your videos.

[@heatherjones5808]

what a great idea, loved it!

[@faridarohoman5275]

Everything looks delicious, I will come to Turkey one day looks like a beautiful place. Have a great weekend.

[@Pete-lz5eg]

Thank you for a wonderful show. My family loves your channel!

[@normaseledon3215]

I can't wait to visit Istanbul. Your channel has been preparing me for a wonderful gastronomical experience!

[@samieyuboglu61]

Thanks very much for being a wonderful ambassador for our great kitchen with your team and showing our culture. These videos are priceless advertisement for us. You guys are awesome and real. Thanks very much from the bottom of my heart.

[@fahmidalutfullah361]

I am in love with Turkey, its people, culture, history, views, and ofcourse the extraordinary food! I am so happy to view this video of yours as I miss Turkey soooo much! Türkiye çok özledim!!! Ve Refika çok teşekkür ederim!!!❤❤❤❤