child care center in Haciosman - ages 2, 3, 4 and 5

For those living in Tarabya, Sariyer, Ferahevler, Yenikoy, Derbent and/or Haciosman, I suggest Tarabya Milenyum Cocukevi. It is very clean, the personnel is very friedly. It is indeed the best choice in this area of Istanbul.

Bob Ross in Istanbul

Last Saturday I went to Metro City shopping center. I like this shopping centre because it is very easy to reach it. You can go there by subway or by minibus. Inside there are approximately 140 shops caring international famous brands and some local brands. Not to mention Gloria Jeans and Starbucks cafes which are favorite destinations. I can't imagine any single day without coffee. I am a coffee addicted.

I had to visit Joker Maxi Toys because my son was so demanding... That place is his Paradise, lots of toys, games, machines ... everything a kid could wish for. You can't leave Joker Maxi Toys with empty hands. It's impossible. It's impossible to avoid the place as well because it is like a magnet for kids.

Usually in weekends there are activities in the main lobby. That day Bob Ross' painting technique was introduced to who ever was walking by and a lady teacher demonstrated us how 20 minutes were enough to paint a nice winter landscape. Then 3 ladies tried this technique for the very first time in their lives. Well, it was quite amazing. The results were fast and good. There is no limit for age to learn painting. And Bob Ross’ technique is so impressing. It is impressing because you don't need to be a gifted person; just a strong wish is enough.

I am wondering what the next weekend will bring new in Metro City! What other activity? It is a reason good enough to go over again, not to mention the food. The food court has a impressive selection of international cuisines. You can try delicious Italian or Turkish pizzas and/or pastas, Mexican food, Danish pastries. I am not quite sure if the Chinese restaurant is still there, maybe it has moved to Cevahir, this is another BIG shopping center, the second biggest mall in the world.

A city not for the faint-hearted

Istanbul is the only city in the world that connects two continents: Europe and Asia. Here the Occident meets the Orient; the Christianity meets the Islam; the cultures and mentalities blend harmoniously. Here you can find everything, everything is intricate, hectic. Living here is a real adventure.