Sincasa: From Rome to Bodrum
A Creative Dream Born in Rome
In the heart of Rome, three lifelong friends, Yaz Yüceil, Ali Ersoy, and Osman Pekin turned their shared vision into something greater than the sum of its parts: Sincasa Roma. What began as a gathering place for food, music, and art quickly evolved into something more, a creative movement rooted in friendship, spontaneity, and cultural exchange.
Since launching in 2022, Sincasa has been about flow, not form. Less a fixed venue, more a multidisciplinary crew, the collective curates events, media, and music that reflect their evolving aesthetic and deep connection to community.
From Nomads to Homebodies: The Meaning Behind ‘Sincasa’
Blending the Latin “sin” and Italian “casa,” Sincasa means, quite literally, “without a home”, a nod to the friends’ early nomadic months in Rome, moving from place to place. This inner-city wandering, far from being a setback, became the foundation and metaphor of their bond and the driving idea behind the collective: that home is defined not by a physical space but by the people and experiences shared.
Once they finally found a spot to settle, the Sincasa crew began hosting a series of distinctive events that quickly drew a loyal following, often in unconventional spaces like church gardens and courtyards. As the momentum built, so did the team: Yaz’s wife, Alice Fowler, a producer and model; chef Ali Uras; and culinary innovator Sena Ilayada Keceli all helped take the concept to a new level. Australian photographer Finn O’Hanlon also joined, bringing a visual sensibility that continues to shape Sincasa’s evolving aesthetic.
Photo by Finn Lafcadio O'Hanlon
Bringing the Vibe to Bodrum: The Ritmo Zeytino Residency
In summer 2024, Sincasa took their concept on the road with a three-month residency at Ritmo Zeytino in Yalıkavak, Bodrum. This dreamy collaboration with the team behind Arkestra, the Michelin-starred restaurant and listening bar that helped define Istanbul’s new-wave culinary scene, was short but unforgettable. It captured the energy and spontaneity of both collectives in a setting made for long dinners, late music, and sea air.
Although Ritmo Zeytino has since closed its doors, the energy lingers. The season left a lasting impression, on both the crew and Bodrum itself, and laid the groundwork for what comes next.
Summer 2025: Back with a Bang
Now, as summer 2025 unfolds, Sincasa returns to Bodrum to open the season with two special gatherings. The first takes place on June 21, celebrating the Summer Solstice at Lucca Beach, an evening of sound, connection, and movement by the sea. Just a few days later, on June 24, the crew heads to Wu Yalıkavak to continue the celebration under the stars in true Sincasa style.
And this is just the beginning. More is in the works for the rest of the season—and we’ll be here to share what’s next.