FINE Wine & Champagne India - Winter 2018

The Restaurants
A royal repast is laid out at the
Çirağan Palace with a multitude
of culinary delights. Istanbul
socialites have discovered the
place “to see and to be seen”.
The Gazebo Lounge reflects
an elegant Turkish style in
the elevation, rugs and the
stoneware. A few bottles of
Turkish wine gems are always
kept for those guests who might
want to be adventurous. The
Turkish coffee is an absolute
must – even if just for the
aesthetics of the presentation.
A more than elaborate breakfast
of around 250 dishes is set in
the Laledan Restaurant. Basis
organic, the options range
from regional specialities to health foods to international
favourites. Enjoy a king’s breakfast with a glass (or more)
of champagne and a relaxing view of the palm courts and
the 17th century gate in the gardens.
Executive Chef Sezai Erdogan brought together skilled
chefs from the holy land of Baklava in Anatolia to create the
Çirağan Palace’s own Baklava Room – a first for a luxury
hotel in Istanbul. More than 15 types of finger-licking
Baklava are on offer.
Le Fumoir & Pavilion is very popular with the city socialites
and guests. Set in the lush green gardens amidst the
palm trees, it as the “only place to have hookah and
shisha in style” while enjoying the refreshing breeze of
the Bosphorus.
“On the mystical waters” would best describe the al-fresco
Bosphorus Grill that is operational in summers. Spectacular
panoramic views complement the Turkish cuisine and large
selection of seafood. Don’t miss the ice-cream cart!
Stay Healthy
The "Infinity Pool" takes centre-stage in the Çirağan
Gardens. A dip is rewarded with spectacular views and
it seems that one is floating on the Bosphorus from the
European side to the Anatolian side. A relaxing cool-off
in the summer and the pleasure of swimming in a pool
surrounded by snow in the winter.
For the health freaks, a very well-fitted gym for the
international traveller, gender specific sauna-steam rooms
and an indoor pool and jacuzzi for those who prefer
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