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"He also recommends visiting the oldest candy shop in Istanbul, Ali Muhiddin Haci Bekir, where 'they have been making Turkish delight, halva and other candies for the palace for a very long time.'" - Marguerite Imbert
Oldest candy shop: Turkish delight, halva, and sweets
Katip Mustafa Çelebi, İstiklal Cd. No:83, 34433 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye Get directions
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