Recipes from Eat Istanbul

Eat Istanbul Cookbook

Istanbul is one of the world’s most fascinating cities, and this sumptuously illustrated book is a brilliant taster for all those who have visited or plan to visit this meeting point of East and West. Andy Harris and David Loftus ate their way around Istanbul, meeting the characters behind its intriguing food—artisan bakers, traditional chefs, fishermen and street-food vendors—and capturing the vibrant life and bustling streets with stunningly evocative photography. More than 90 inspiring, delicious yet simple recipes—some traditional and other more modern interpretations—combine to form Andy and David’s unique guide.

A bowl of purslane salad topped with yogurt and oil and a lemon wedge on the side, with a bowl of marinated tomatoes beside it.

Purslane Salad

A simple and cooling salad made with an increasingly trendy spring green that’s capturing the attention of home gardeners and restaurant chefs across the country.