Time and Taste: From a Century Ago to The Present Day Istanbul

"Inside Pera Palace Hotel’s domed drawing room, an authentic teatime transports you a century back as gentle piano strains mingle with the scents of a lavish tea buffet. Built in the late 1800s for Orient Express passengers, the setting’s marble walls and soft velvet carpets frame a refined spread served every day between 3 and 6 pm, from smoked salmon canapés and traditional Turkish pastries to classic French and English teatime desserts and Antep-style baklava. Teas and coffees are carefully selected, and you can opt for a cocktail or a glass of champagne; the offerings change weekly—pumpkin cheesecake in autumn may be replaced by strawberry in spring—yet the tearoom’s impressive elegance, soothing music, and delectable refinement remain. Service is limited to 60 people, so a reservation is recommended." - MICHELIN Guide