NoGarlicNoOnions: Restaurant, Food, and Travel Stories/Reviews

February 23, 2019

Scarpetta: A Restaurant I Didn’t Understand!

The hotel concierge recommended Scarpetta for our first dinner. This Italian trattoria, I repeat “Italian Trattoria”,…

February 23, 2019 | Restaurants | Copenhagen Italian Food

Recommended: Breakfast at The Radisson Collection, Hotel Royal Copenhagen

Breakfast & Coffee | Copenhagen Europe

February 23, 2019

Recommended: Breakfast at The Radisson Collection, Hotel Royal Copenhagen

Bravo! Bravo! Bravo! Endless choices of food, presented on a beautiful upscale buffet, in a great restaurant blending perfection,…

February 23, 2019 | Hotels | Copenhagen Breakfast & Coffee

5 Reasons to Love the Maldives

News

February 23, 2019

5 Reasons to Love the Maldives

For travel bugs all over the world, having a staycation in the Maldives is a goal that they are aiming for. It is now known as…

February 23, 2019 | Spotted Stories News

Copenhagen Airport: A Luxury Mall and a Haven for Foodies Covered with Wood Parquet

Airports | Copenhagen Europe

February 23, 2019

Copenhagen Airport: A Luxury Mall and a Haven for Foodies Covered with Wood Parquet

When I knew that I'd be visiting the Copenhagen airport for the first time, it was photography time for sure: the first time at…

February 23, 2019 | Travel & Tourism | Copenhagen Airports

An Exceptional Stay at The Radisson Collection, Hotel Royal Copenhagen

Hotels | Copenhagen Europe

February 23, 2019

An Exceptional Stay at The Radisson Collection, Hotel Royal Copenhagen

An upscale hotel, oozing luxury and style, located in the very center of Copenhagen, offering a superb view and amazing…

February 23, 2019 | Recommended | Copenhagen Hotels

A Calm and Classy Cafe: Le Pain Quotidien on Rue Pierre Charron, Paris

Breakfast & Coffee | Paris France Europe

February 23, 2019

A Calm and Classy Cafe: Le Pain Quotidien on Rue Pierre Charron, Paris

I never thought of coming here for a review; I considered Le Pain Quotidien to be a fast food franchise bakery and not a calm…

February 23, 2019 | Restaurants | Paris Breakfast & Coffee

Le Mythe: Lebanon's First Private Club with a Fine Dining Restaurant (Restaurant Closed)

News | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

February 22, 2019

Le Mythe: Lebanon's First Private Club with a Fine Dining Restaurant (Restaurant Closed)

Le Mythe is molded to offer a completely new concept of private clubs. It represents the epitome of luxury and privacy for…

February 22, 2019 | Restaurant Closed | Metn News

J.Makhlouf: Clean, Professional and Very Tasty Sandwiches

Recommended | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

February 22, 2019

J.Makhlouf: Clean, Professional and Very Tasty Sandwiches

His name is Walid Makhlouf and he is the most unconventional restaurateur ever. He is the man standing behind his shining…

February 22, 2019 | Restaurants | Metn Recommended

Sandwiched: Is This Food for Real?! Amazing to Say the Least

American | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

February 22, 2019

Sandwiched: Is This Food for Real?! Amazing to Say the Least

Fourth visit and my mouth still waters every time I think of coming here! Sandwiched located on Jal el Dib’s internal road,…

February 22, 2019 | Burgers | Antelias American

BoulMich: Submarine and Burgers of my Childhood

Recommended | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

February 22, 2019

BoulMich: Submarine and Burgers of my Childhood

Flavors of my childhood... the only fast food available back in the nineties, where we used to come for a homey burger, a…

February 22, 2019 | Restaurants | Metn Recommended

Salata Eatery: Enjoy a Huge Bowl of Gourmet Salad in Beirut

International Cuisine | Beirut Central District Beirut Lebanon Middle East

February 22, 2019

Salata Eatery: Enjoy a Huge Bowl of Gourmet Salad in Beirut

A quick fast-casual eatery for the healthy eaters, Salata sells only salads. One of Beirut’s newest and friendliest…

February 22, 2019 | Recommended | Beirut Central District International Cuisine

Visconti Madeleine: Casual Homey Italian Pasta in Paris

Italian Food | Paris France Europe

February 22, 2019

Visconti Madeleine: Casual Homey Italian Pasta in Paris

An Italian trattoria just behind the Madeleine was my choice for a quick Italian dinner in Paris. An Italian waiter welcomes…

February 22, 2019 | Restaurants | Paris Italian Food

Breakfast at Cafe de La Paix, Intercontinental Hotel Le Grand Paris

Breakfast & Coffee | Paris France Europe

February 22, 2019

Breakfast at Cafe de La Paix, Intercontinental Hotel Le Grand Paris

Memorable! Simply memorable! Pass the reception and prepare yourself to be amazed! A magical place from the French renaissance…

February 22, 2019 | French Food | Paris Breakfast & Coffee

Apple Opens an Iconic Store on Champs-Elysées, Paris

News | Paris France Europe

February 22, 2019

Apple Opens an Iconic Store on Champs-Elysées, Paris

Housed in a Haussmann-era apartment building, the inner courtyard has been transformed into Apple’s grandest Forum,…

February 22, 2019 | Popular | Paris News

Photos from the Suites at The Glorious Ritz Hotel of Paris

Hotels | Paris France Europe

February 22, 2019

Photos from the Suites at The Glorious Ritz Hotel of Paris

I had the chance to visit The Ritz' suites and beautiful hotel in Paris; a memorable experience I'm sharing with you in these…

February 22, 2019 | News | Paris Hotels

Intercontinental Le Grand: A Luxurious Stay in Paris

Hotels | Paris France Europe

February 22, 2019

Intercontinental Le Grand: A Luxurious Stay in Paris

Perfect, it’s just perfect! Even though not ranked as a palace, it feels like one. The Intercontinental Opera is a Hotel I…

February 22, 2019 | Recommended | Paris Hotels

In the Kitchen with Lebanese Chef Fadi Frem at Verde Paris

French Food | Paris France Europe

February 22, 2019

In the Kitchen with Lebanese Chef Fadi Frem at Verde Paris

When famous establishments and multinational hotels in Beirut make it a point to have an “international” chef in…

February 22, 2019 | Recommended | Paris French Food

Hakata Choten: One of the Best Ramen Bowls Paris has to Offer

Asian & Chinese | Paris France Europe

February 18, 2019

Hakata Choten: One of the Best Ramen Bowls Paris has to Offer

With a review of 4,6/5 on google and award winner of the best Gyoza in Japan, visiting Hakata Choten was a must. At first,…

February 18, 2019 | Recommended | Paris Asian & Chinese

Saj Abou Anthony: Baking Love Since 1994 in Metn

Breakfast & Coffee | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

February 18, 2019

Saj Abou Anthony: Baking Love Since 1994 in Metn

Jean has been preparing amazing manakish for the last 25 years, and I didn’t know about his bakery. Saj Abou Anthony, open…

February 18, 2019 | Manakish | Metn Breakfast & Coffee

Taiyo: Ramen Noodles in Paris

Asian & Chinese | Paris France Europe

February 18, 2019

Taiyo: Ramen Noodles in Paris

Searching for the best Ramen around the world has been one of my priorities. When in Paris, a ramen bowl after the other, I crave…

February 18, 2019 | Restaurants | Paris Asian & Chinese

In the Kitchen with Simon Manoukian at Ecole Ritz Escoffier Paris

News | Paris France Europe

February 18, 2019

In the Kitchen with Simon Manoukian at Ecole Ritz Escoffier Paris

I had the honor and pleasure to spend a long afternoon at the Ritz Escoffier cooking school in Paris with Lebanese chef…

February 18, 2019 | Paris News

Abou Daoud Bakery, Jdeideh: One of the Best Manakish Ever!

Breakfast & Coffee | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

February 18, 2019

Abou Daoud Bakery, Jdeideh: One of the Best Manakish Ever!

It's definitely the welcoming, the happiness and positive vibes... followed by a bite, one single bite and you will fall in love.…

February 18, 2019 | Manakish | Metn Breakfast & Coffee

In the Kitchen with Alan Geaam: Lebanon’s Michelin Starred Chef of the Year

French Food | Paris France Europe

February 18, 2019

In the Kitchen with Alan Geaam: Lebanon’s Michelin Starred Chef of the Year

I’ve seen a man on Instagram, a sportsman, smiley from time to time, calm and serious... I’ve heard stories…

February 18, 2019 | Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Paris French Food

‘Drawing Lines’ art book launches in Dubai

News | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

February 18, 2019

‘Drawing Lines’ art book launches in Dubai

‘Drawing Lines’ art book launches in Dubai, reveals Lebanese identity through street art ‘Drawing…

February 18, 2019 | Lebanon News

Welcome Home; For a Memorable Sunday Sweet Breakfast in Mar Mikhael

Breakfast & Coffee | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East

February 10, 2019

Welcome Home; For a Memorable Sunday Sweet Breakfast in Mar Mikhael

It’s home away from home, and it’s located in the heart of Mar Mikhael. Open the door to where the heart is, let…

February 10, 2019 | Recommended | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Breakfast & Coffee

Twinkie: American English Breakfast with French Influences in Paris

Breakfast & Coffee | Paris France Europe

February 10, 2019

Twinkie: American English Breakfast with French Influences in Paris

After experience three not-so-good breakfast experiences this morning, I ended my tour at Twinkie. I liked the place from the…

February 10, 2019 | Recommended | Paris Breakfast & Coffee

Claus: Very Unprofessional Service! What a Shame!

Breakfast & Coffee | Paris France Europe

February 10, 2019

Claus: Very Unprofessional Service! What a Shame!

Last time I was in Paris and being a fan of breakfast, the title “l’épicerie du petit déjeuner”…

February 10, 2019 | Restaurants | Paris Breakfast & Coffee

Ten Belles Bread: Nothing to Write Home About

Bread & Bakeries | Paris France Europe

February 10, 2019

Ten Belles Bread: Nothing to Write Home About

When the door says we open at 9! open at 9! Don’t leave your customers in the cold outside until 09:15 — stacks of…

February 10, 2019 | Breakfast & Coffee | Paris Bread & Bakeries

Marcelle: Bof, Nothing Left Me Impressed. Average Everything

Bread & Bakeries | Paris France Europe

February 10, 2019

Marcelle: Bof, Nothing Left Me Impressed. Average Everything

Positive vibes from the minute you walk in! Marcelle is your unconventional bakery and cafe spread on three floors decorated with…

February 10, 2019 | Breakfast & Coffee | Paris Bread & Bakeries

Beefbar Paris: Inexistent Waiters, Horrendous Service, a Lack of Attention and Average Food

French Food | Paris France Europe

February 09, 2019

Beefbar Paris: Inexistent Waiters, Horrendous Service, a Lack of Attention and Average Food

When you’re welcomed by two smiley hostesses, a Bugatti cutlery, Bernardaud plates, and Baccarat glasses, you know that…

February 09, 2019 | Grill & BBQ | Paris French Food

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SKIING IN LEBANON

News

February 09, 2019

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SKIING IN LEBANON

Independent.co.uk: No offense, but you’re probably wrong about

February 09, 2019 | Popular News

MAISON PIERRE MARCOLINI OPENS IN DUBAI

Chocolate | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East

UAE

February 09, 2019

MAISON PIERRE MARCOLINI OPENS IN DUBAI

Luxury Chocolatier makes Middle Eastern debut with a flagship store at the Dubai Mall Celebrated Belgian Chocolatier,…

February 09, 2019 | News | Dubai Chocolate

PREPARE FOR A FOOD TAKEOVER: DUBAI FOOD FESTIVAL 2019 BEGINS THIS MONTH

Events | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East

UAE

February 09, 2019

PREPARE FOR A FOOD TAKEOVER: DUBAI FOOD FESTIVAL 2019 BEGINS THIS MONTH

Dubai Food Festival (DFF) returns for its sixth edition with an exciting calendar featuring more than 2,000 restaurants and 100…

February 09, 2019 | News | Dubai Events

The Intricate Ins and Outs of WordPress

News

February 09, 2019

The Intricate Ins and Outs of WordPress

There’s something unique about WordPress. Originating in 2003 as a merger of Matt Mullenweg’s and Mike Little’s…

February 09, 2019 | Popular News

Breakfast at Angelina Beirut: Superb Food! Empty Vibes, Bad Service in a Dirty Restaurant

Breakfast & Coffee | Beirut Central District Beirut Lebanon Middle East

February 07, 2019

Breakfast at Angelina Beirut: Superb Food! Empty Vibes, Bad Service in a Dirty Restaurant

Food is perfect. Everything else is dramatically wrong. Angelina, the famous Angelina of Paris, my favorite M

February 07, 2019 | French Food | Beirut Central District Breakfast & Coffee

Kahwet el Mandaloun: Lebanese Style, Sunday Lunch with the Kids

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

February 07, 2019

Kahwet el Mandaloun: Lebanese Style, Sunday Lunch with the Kids

Welcome to the village marketplace. Under the trees, relax to the sounds of chirping birds and Fayrouz tunes. Old Lebanese tiles,…

February 07, 2019 | Restaurants | Dbayeh Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Brgr.Co: Downtown Beirut Favorite Lunch Escape

American | Beirut Central District Beirut Lebanon Middle East

February 06, 2019

Brgr.Co: Downtown Beirut Favorite Lunch Escape

I have been here, done that and wrote several reviews... Coming to Brgr.Co as many times as I can a year has become a pleasant…

February 06, 2019 | Burgers | Beirut Central District American

Gerge el Dayaa: A Memorable Seafood Experience in Anfeh. A Must Try!

Fish & Seafood | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

February 06, 2019

Gerge el Dayaa: A Memorable Seafood Experience in Anfeh. A Must Try!

Gerge el Dayaa is a seafood restaurant up by the shore in Anfeh. The old blue house with its glass facade is located by the salt…

February 06, 2019 | Recommended | North Lebanon Fish & Seafood

Five Guys: I Love this Burger

American | Paris France Europe

January 31, 2019

Five Guys: I Love this Burger

I’ve called it my favorite fast food burger, I’ve tried it in every city I’ve visited and today am enjoying…

January 31, 2019 | Burgers | Paris American

SIXTH EDITION OF DUBAI FOOD FESTIVAL KICKS OFF ON 21 FEBRUARY

Events | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East

UAE

January 23, 2019

SIXTH EDITION OF DUBAI FOOD FESTIVAL KICKS OFF ON 21 FEBRUARY

Dubai Food Festival (DFF) will light up the region’s culinary scene when it returns on 21 February until 9 March 2019 with…

January 23, 2019 | News | Dubai Events

Fabrice Ducry Appointed as General Manager of Kempinski Summerland Hotel & Resort, Lebanon

News

January 23, 2019

Fabrice Ducry Appointed as General Manager of Kempinski Summerland Hotel & Resort, Lebanon

Kempinski Summerland Hotel & Resort’s management is pleased to welcome Fabrice Ducry, Swiss national, as its…

January 23, 2019 | Spotted Stories News

Sarrouf Zalka: Saj and Poems for Breakfast

Breakfast & Coffee | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East