"Simit, a sesame-coated ring of dough, is the most common all-day street food in Istanbul, and buying one directly from a simit bakery guarantees it will be crispy and fresh. Although it can be found in every corner of the city, few are as delicious as the version at Galata Simitçisi. In addition to a simit, try a çatal, a semi-savory cookie that crumbles in the mouth (çatal means fork, which it resembles in shape). Both are great with Turkish tea." - Tuba Şatana