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May 15, 2019

Lebanese Karim Bourgi: Creative Pastry Conquering the World

Based in Dubai since 2011, Chef Karim Bourgi is Executive Pastry Chef for the Al Mana Group, a role in which he manages the…

May 15, 2019 | News | Dubai Desserts & Sweets

San Stephano Del Mar Restaurant: Gourmet Seafood in Batroun

Fish & Seafood | Batroun North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

North Lebanon

May 15, 2019

San Stephano Del Mar Restaurant: Gourmet Seafood in Batroun

Nestled on Batroun’s seashore, San Stephano beach resort is known locally for its private, sandy beach, outdoor wedding…

May 15, 2019 | Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Batroun Fish & Seafood

"Shawarma Lab": Taking Our Traditional Sandwich to Another Level!

Recommended | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

May 15, 2019

"Shawarma Lab": Taking Our Traditional Sandwich to Another Level!

Welcome to the lab where shawarma is served with style. White and orange are the colors, with designs reminding you of a lab.…

May 15, 2019 | Restaurants | Beirut Recommended

Walking in Saida: The City of a Million Stories. (Enjoy Hundreds of Photos)

Mechwar Videos | Saida South Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

South Lebanon

May 15, 2019

Walking in Saida: The City of a Million Stories. (Enjoy Hundreds of Photos)

Set amid thick citrus and banana groves, the port town of Saida, also called Sidon, was onc

May 15, 2019 | Travel & Tourism | Saida Mechwar Videos

Green Junkie: Your Different Kind of Food Delivery in Beirut

French Food | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East

May 15, 2019

Green Junkie: Your Different Kind of Food Delivery in Beirut

(Beirutista) For Angela Sawan, a nutrition and dietetics graduate from the American University of Beirut, healthy eating might…

May 15, 2019 | Restaurants | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael French Food

Slate: Excellent Meats and a Pleasant Ambiance in Mar Milkhael

Grill & BBQ | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East

May 15, 2019

Slate: Excellent Meats and a Pleasant Ambiance in Mar Milkhael

I was invited to Slate and enjoyed a sumptuous meal. The tomato salad, the burger, the pastrami sandwich, beef tartare, meat…

May 15, 2019 | Recommended | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Grill & BBQ

MotherShucker: Oysters and Delectable Seafood

Fish & Seafood | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East

May 15, 2019

MotherShucker: Oysters and Delectable Seafood

A handful of mouthwatering photos... enjoy the gallery below while I plan another visit to Mothershucker for a detailed…

May 15, 2019 | Recommended | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Fish & Seafood

The Last Snow of the Season Up North Lebanon: Visiting my Heroes

Mechwar Videos | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

May 15, 2019

The Last Snow of the Season Up North Lebanon: Visiting my Heroes

Lebanon through the eyes of a passionate and curious foodie! Mechwar is a popular television segment on MTV Lebanon,…

May 15, 2019 | Travel & Tourism | North Lebanon Mechwar Videos

The Hard Rock Cafe Dubai: Impressive Decor and Good Food

American | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East

May 15, 2019

The Hard Rock Cafe Dubai: Impressive Decor and Good Food

I’ve been a fan of the "Hard Rock Cafe" chain for as long as I remember. Two restaurants in Beirut, -which unfortunately…

May 15, 2019 | Restaurants | Dubai American

Rossini Caffe and Osteria Opens at The Phoenicia Beirut

Italian Food | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

May 15, 2019

Rossini Caffe and Osteria Opens at The Phoenicia Beirut

After decades of success, “Cafe Mondo” leaves its legacy to “Rossini Osteria and Caffe.” Upscale and…

May 15, 2019 | Restaurants | Beirut Italian Food

Zaya Nurai Island Seen from Above: The Beautiful Blue Sea and Colorful Land

Hotels | Abu Dhabi UAE GCC Middle East

May 14, 2019

Zaya Nurai Island Seen from Above: The Beautiful Blue Sea and Colorful Land

Stemming from the Arabic word 'Nur' meaning light, Nurai is an island of staggering beauty, of turquoise seas and white sands.…

May 14, 2019 | Travel & Tourism | Abu Dhabi Hotels

Amazing Food Experience on Zaya Nurai Island Abu Dhabi

International Cuisine | Abu Dhabi UAE GCC Middle East

May 14, 2019

Amazing Food Experience on Zaya Nurai Island Abu Dhabi

Experience paradise on earth; welcome to Zaya Nurai island! Located in Abu Dhabi, the natural island hosts one of the most…

May 14, 2019 | Recommended | Abu Dhabi International Cuisine

Zaya Nurai: The Luxury Hotel Island! Food, Fun and Relaxation

Hotels | Abu Dhabi UAE GCC Middle East

May 14, 2019

Zaya Nurai: The Luxury Hotel Island! Food, Fun and Relaxation

Experience paradise on earth; welcome to Zaya Nurai island! Located in Abu Dhabi, the natural island hosts one of the most…

May 14, 2019 | Recommended | Abu Dhabi Hotels

Ana Beirut: Beautiful Setup and Good Lebanese Food in Antelias

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

May 14, 2019

Ana Beirut: Beautiful Setup and Good Lebanese Food in Antelias

Colorful, fresh and welcoming; Ana Beirut is much more than a restaurant; it's an experience... plants, wood, big screens,…

May 14, 2019 | Restaurants | Antelias Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Summer is Complete with Smirnoff Zero Sugar Infusions

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May 13, 2019

Summer is Complete with Smirnoff Zero Sugar Infusions

Diageo has expanded its Smirnoff vodka portfolio in the US with a sugar-free, lower-ABV range infused with natural flavours.…

May 13, 2019 News

Coca-Cola Enters the Spirits World with New Signature Mixers

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May 12, 2019

Coca-Cola Enters the Spirits World with New Signature Mixers

The unique yet familiar flavor of Coca-Cola has cemented its status as one of the world's most beloved mixers. Now,…

May 12, 2019 News

Lounge 36: Good Food and Pleasant Vibes in Kousba

International Cuisine | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

May 09, 2019

Lounge 36: Good Food and Pleasant Vibes in Kousba

The first time I visited Lounge 36, I was taken by a storm; Charly walked in, offered me a cigar and a handful of food choices...…

May 09, 2019 | Recommended | North Lebanon International Cuisine

What You Should Know About Gluten

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May 08, 2019

What You Should Know About Gluten

Gluten causes a number of health issues including celiac disease, and the number of people with gluten-related illnesses and…

May 08, 2019 | Spotted Stories News

Holiday Gift Guide For Different People In Your Life

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May 08, 2019

Holiday Gift Guide For Different People In Your Life

It’s the holiday season again. The good-gift-giving still defines the spirit of the season, and choosing the right gift is…

May 08, 2019 | Spotted Stories News

Sushi Circle: My Second Visit

Japanese & Sushi | Achrafieh Beirut Lebanon Middle East

May 08, 2019

Sushi Circle: My Second Visit

Back to Sushi Circle... after a not-too-pleasant experience exactly one year ago, I was back to check on the updates. Mabrouk for…

May 08, 2019 | Restaurants | Achrafieh Japanese & Sushi

Chef Michael from Washington Cooks at Bergerac Beirut

French Food | Achrafieh Beirut Lebanon Middle East

May 08, 2019

Chef Michael from Washington Cooks at Bergerac Beirut

Invited for a charity dinner prepared by chef Micheal Lee Rafidi who came all the way from Washington, Bergerac has been…

May 08, 2019 | Restaurants | Achrafieh French Food

The Gathering: Transported... in the Heart of Beirut! (Restaurant Closed)

International Cuisine | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East

May 08, 2019

The Gathering: Transported... in the Heart of Beirut! (Restaurant Closed)

On a beautiful Monday morning, in the heart of Beirut, accompanied by my kids and lovely wife, we sat to enjoy the weather and…

May 08, 2019 | Italian Food | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael International Cuisine

“Bassma’s World Family Month Campaign”: YOUR SUPPORT IS NEEDED

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May 08, 2019

“Bassma’s World Family Month Campaign”: YOUR SUPPORT IS NEEDED

One Family a Day during the month of May! Help us Empower destitute Families & cover their housing needs! HELP US REACH…

May 08, 2019 News

Beirut Hop-On Hop-Off Tours Are On! Visit Lebanon this Summer

Popular | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

May 06, 2019

Beirut Hop-On Hop-Off Tours Are On! Visit Lebanon this Summer

3 must-see hop-off attractions Arabs? Romans? Greeks? Crusaders? Beirut, one of the world’s oldest cities, has been home…

May 06, 2019 | Travel & Tourism | Beirut Popular

LEBANESE Chocolate Makes it to France at La Grande Epicerie de Paris

News | Paris France Europe

France

May 05, 2019

LEBANESE Chocolate Makes it to France at La Grande Epicerie de Paris

Once again M de Noir is making the news. When she decided to launch her “Saveurs du Liban” at the Salon du…

May 05, 2019 | Popular | Paris News

Starbucks' New Color-Changing Cups Create a Buzz

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May 03, 2019

Starbucks' New Color-Changing Cups Create a Buzz

Starbucks released a pack of reusable cups that change colour when you fill them with a drink, creating an ombré-like…

May 03, 2019 News

Pepsi® Splashes into the Season with Three New Flavors

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May 03, 2019

Pepsi® Splashes into the Season with Three New Flavors

Pepsi is springing into warmer weather this season by introducing three new flavors: Pepsi Berry, Pepsi Lime and Pepsi Mango. The…

May 03, 2019 News

Guacamole Cheese: Yes Cheese!

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May 03, 2019

Guacamole Cheese: Yes Cheese!

Meet the Amanti Guacamole Cheese. Yes it's green, made with a blend of avocados, lime juice, tomato, onion, chili, and garlic,…

May 03, 2019 Spotted Stories

Burger King Says "It's Ok to be Just Ok!"

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May 03, 2019

Burger King Says "It's Ok to be Just Ok!"

For Mental Health Awareness Month, Burger King teams up with the non-profit organization Mental Health America on a campaign that…

May 03, 2019 News

The Cheesecake Factory Closes in Beirut: Goodbye to Another Franchise (Restaurant Closed)

News | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

April 30, 2019

The Cheesecake Factory Closes in Beirut: Goodbye to Another Franchise (Restaurant Closed)

I keep on repeating one sentence: “Lebanon is not a franchise country”. From the days' franchises started opening in…

April 30, 2019 | Popular | Hamra & Verdun News

Avengers: Endgame X Coca Cola

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April 29, 2019

Avengers: Endgame X Coca Cola

Avengers: Endgame finally arrived at theatres, the Marvel franchise partnered with Coca-Cola for a brand new…

April 29, 2019 News

Kinder Ice Cream Finally Out and A New Flavour Added

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April 29, 2019

Kinder Ice Cream Finally Out and A New Flavour Added

Over a year ago, we reported that Kinder will be releasing a range of ice cream flavors. We mentioned three flavours of the…

April 29, 2019 News

Kit Kat Mint: A New Flavor in the USA in a Decade

Spotted Stories

April 29, 2019

Kit Kat Mint: A New Flavor in the USA in a Decade

For the first time in a decade, the United States Kit Kat will be getting a whole new flavor - Mint Chocolate. You're probably…

April 29, 2019 Spotted Stories

Sleep in a Potato Thanks to AirBNB

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April 29, 2019

Sleep in a Potato Thanks to AirBNB

We all love potatoes... you can fry them, mash them, bake them, roast them and now sleep in one. The Big Idaho

April 29, 2019 News

City Sightseeing Is Finally Debuting in Beirut: Lebanon's Tourism Sector is Flourishing!

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April 25, 2019

City Sightseeing Is Finally Debuting in Beirut: Lebanon's Tourism Sector is Flourishing!

It has been a habit for me to start my travel discoveries by taking a city tour in one of these red buses. World famous…

April 25, 2019 | Travel & Tourism News

Visit the Village of Ebrine, Batroun: A Video Review

Mechwar Videos | Batroun North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

North Lebanon

April 25, 2019

Visit the Village of Ebrine, Batroun: A Video Review

Aabrine (عبرين) is a Lebanese local authority which is located in Batroun District (Qada'a), an administrative division of North…

April 25, 2019 | Travel & Tourism | Batroun Mechwar Videos

Khalife Blown Glass Atelier; Handcraft Workshop in Sarafand, South Lebanon

News | South Lebanon Lebanon Middle East