Fresh Mussels with Lemon by the Bosphorus, Istanbul

Close-up of a steaming bowl of freshly prepared mussels cooked in garlic, white wine, and parsley, bright lemon wedges resting on the rim. The mussels glow with warm amber juices, steam curling into the air. Set on a weathered wooden table on a seaside terrace by the Bosphorus at golden hour. In the background, the Istanbul skyline with minarets and domes, small boats dotting turquoise water, and sunlit reflections dancing on the waves. The scene blends rustic authenticity with cinematic lighting: photorealistic detail, shallow depth of field, warm color palette, hints of citrus scent and sea breeze, inviting the viewer to taste Istanbul in a single bite.