My answer to my friends on where I find my baking ingredient and supplies is always a resounding - Emin�n�.
Unfortunately, I have to admit that not everyone shares my love of Emin�n� or doesn�t want to take the time to go here. If you want the best selection and best prices in Istanbul, then this is the ONLY option as I mentioned in this post: My 3 Favorite Baking Supply Stores in Emin�n� in Istanbul.
If you simply cannot get to Emin�n�, I do have two other recommendations for you.
The store carries a variety of cookie cutters and molds, metal and silicone baking pans and cake decorating supplies. It looks like you can even order baking supplies from the company�s website. However, I can tell you the store�s prices are definitely a bit more expensive than my regular stores in Emin�n�. I guess you are paying for the convenience.
Another baking supply store that opened within the last few months is in Ortak�y. Located a few blocks west of the shore road, Mutfak Kitap is a jam-packed small store that carries a decent selection of Turkish and baking cookbooks, baking supplies and cookie cutters. The prices here are more reasonable. For example, a one-kilo package of fondant here costs 12 tl compared to 10 tl at Besan in Emin�n�. You also can order from this store�s website.
When I popped in here again earlier this month, I found a new display case filled with imported goods such as rice vinegar, soy sauce, sushi rice, maple syrup and agave syrup. Odd!
Twice, I have bought items from Mutfak Kitap because I can quickly take the bus from Besiktas to Ortak�y when I don�t have much time. But I still prefer to stock up on as many baking ingredients and supplies as I can in Emin�n�.
***Today, I thought of a third shop as I was out and about. The German chain of coffee shops/caf�s, Tchibo, with several locations in Istanbul, also carries random baking supplies such as silpats, cookie cutters, special cake pans, kitchen appliances, etc. The inventory changes on a weekly basis. I find this concept totally bizarre because you can have a latt� while you shop for long underwear, an ironing board, pillow cases and blouses.
You never know what you'll find at Tchibo so it's best to pop into here often. For example, this is where I bought my cookie stamps for my Holiday Message-In-A-Cookie Recipe.
Happy baking everyone!
Locations:
Cosan Pastacilik
Address: Osmanaga Mh. Serasker Cd. No:76
KADIK�Y
Tel: 0216-450-5071
Address: Muvakkit Sokak No:19
Ortak�y/Besiktas
Tel: 0212-511-5140