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There’s No Place Like Home

It’s flu season in the U.S. But over here at our house, we’ve come down with something else. I call it olive-itis. The holiday rush is over. The winter doldrums have set in. And we’re all out of my mother-in-law’s homemade jams. That’s when H., my husband, starts ordering huge barrels of black olives from [...]

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Take Two Garlic and Call Me in the Morning

Are you feeling hot and bothered? Me too! I think it’s because of this letter I got this week.

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Listen, Can You Keep a Secret?

I have a confession to make. Sometimes I just don’t understand my husband’s culture. “This is too hard,” I think to myself, “Maybe it would’ve been easier if I’d married an American instead of someone from Turkey.” Because, while life in a bicultural family can be exciting, it can be baffling too. Take the family [...]

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The Best Pinterest Boards for Turkophiles and Other Culture Lovers

You know I’ve got a thing for Viewmasters, right? Well, with Pinterest I can take my obsession to new heights. What is Pinterest? It’s a free on-line repository where you can search, collect and share visual images of all your interests, hobbies and passions. Think of it as a digital bulletin board or a 21st [...]

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15 Do-it-Yourself Gifts for Culture & Travel Lovers

Want to wow your honey with a unique Valentine’s Day gift? Racking your brain for a special wedding or anniversary present? Need a birthday gift for the travel buff in your life? Brochures, maps, photos, postcards, ticket stubs, menus ⎯ virtually anything you collect on your travels can be fashioned into a cool, low-cost gift. [...]

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The Five Most Romantic Spots in Istanbul

With its iconic architecture, glittering seaside promenades, and old-world sensibility, Istanbul is a great city for lovers. On Valentine’s Day or any day, here are five destinations where your heart will go aflutter.

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