A change of pace today, @sweetsssj, as we accompany you on a delightful midday visit to a seaside restaurant with panoramic views of the Bosphorus Strait.

Such a romantic setting! One can easily imagine Ian Fleming dining here at the Hanedan and drawing inspiration for his James Bond novels . The ambiance of being situated close to famous seaway gives the restaurant an international flavour while adding an air of mystery.

I liked the fact that the restaurant was unpretentious in its decor and sought to blend into its surroundings.

The wall murals of local tourist sites were like windows that provided glimpses into the heart of Istanbul.

Everything seemed focussed and minimalist with nothing to distract from the unique experience of dining in an exotic locale.

The two story design of the restaurant simplified choices by dividing the cuisine into meat or fish entries served on separate floors with each providing stunning views of the wharf and the straits.

It must be magical in the evenings with the lights shimmering on the water and a cool breeze on the balcony.

The menu offered its own panorama of colours in a wide range of food entries that appealed to the eyes while enticing patrons with the aromas and spicy scents that give each dish a distinctive Turkish taste.

I was drawn to the Bonfile or Beef Steaks.served with rice, fries and grilled vegetables, but everything looked visually appealing and delicious.

A good restaurant can offer a first class dining experience but only a great restaurant can accomplish this in a memorable setting that compliments the cuisine while creating an air of mystery. The Hanedan accomplishes this.

Lovely photos to accompany an informative and entertaining review of a memorable dining experience, @sweetsssj.