Istanbul!

I had the joy of tagging along on one of Steve's business trips to Istanbul, Turkey, last month.  Fascinating, crowded, colorful, fast-paced all come to mind.  And,  ohhhh the food!  I didn't meet a dish I didn't like.  Apparently Istanbul is one of the most re-visited tourist cities in the world - we now know why!

When I think of Istanbul....I think of the "chestnuts roasting on an open fire" smell that comes from these street vendors... 

Produce like none other...

The Spice Market!

Thread and fabric that went on for days near the Grand Bazaar....

Inside the immense Hagia Sophia mosque...

Our view of the Blue Mosque at a roof top cafe...

Lovin' Turkey!