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December 17, 2018

Winstub La Dime: Homemade Alsacien Specialities in Obernai

Visiting the region of Alsace for a week during the Christmas season, I passed by the village of Obernai, traditional and…

December 17, 2018 | Recommended | Alsace French Food

Strasbourg Christmas Market

Travel & Tourism | Alsace France Europe

December 15, 2018

Strasbourg Christmas Market

With its famous Christmas Tree, illuminations, pretty wooden chalets, bredele cakes and hot wine, there’s always magic in…

December 15, 2018 | Alsace Travel & Tourism

Colmar Christmas Market

Reviews | Alsace France Europe

December 15, 2018

Colmar Christmas Market

The magic of Christmas in Colmar, first of all, there’s the ambiance of the Old Town, illuminated and decorated like a…

December 15, 2018 | Travel & Tourism | Alsace Reviews

Hostellerie la Briqueterie: Class, Calm and Professionalism in the Heart of Champagne

Breakfast & Coffee | France Europe

Europe

December 15, 2018

Hostellerie la Briqueterie: Class, Calm and Professionalism in the Heart of Champagne

When you drive two hours from Paris, on small dark non-illuminated roads, you really don’t know what to expect. Booking for…

December 15, 2018 | Hotels | France Breakfast & Coffee

Breakfast at the Movenpick Hotel Beirut

Breakfast & Coffee | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

December 15, 2018

Breakfast at the Movenpick Hotel Beirut

Serving breakfast “with a view,” The Mövenpick Beirut is one of the country’s five-star hotels located on…

December 15, 2018 | Hotels | Beirut Breakfast & Coffee

Ahlein LAT Lounge at Beirut International Airport: The First Pictures

Airports | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

December 15, 2018

Ahlein LAT Lounge at Beirut International Airport: The First Pictures

We have been used to having one big lounge in Beirut: "The Cedar Lounge" until two new lounges have opened. The Qatar Airways…

December 15, 2018 | Popular | Beirut Airports

Awesome Deli.Co: An Exceptional Breakfast in Beirut!

Breakfast & Coffee | Beirut Central District Beirut Lebanon Middle East

December 12, 2018

Awesome Deli.Co: An Exceptional Breakfast in Beirut!

After “not enjoying” breakfast at the neighbors on a beautiful Sunday morning, I walked to Deli.Co and I smiled from…

December 12, 2018 | Recommended | Beirut Central District Breakfast & Coffee

When Life Gives You Lemons... OCTO Squeeze Them

Food Gadgets

December 11, 2018

When Life Gives You Lemons... OCTO Squeeze Them

When life gives you lemons, Octo will help you turn them into lemonade!Octo, as its name suggests, a citrus reamer inspired by…

December 11, 2018 | Kitchen Food Gadgets

East Village Badaro: Where Food is Outstanding, A Memorable Experience

American | Badaro Beirut Lebanon Middle East

December 11, 2018

East Village Badaro: Where Food is Outstanding, A Memorable Experience

For a late lunch or let’s say an early dinner in Beirut I chose East Village who turned out to open from noon to midnight.…

December 11, 2018 | International Cuisine | Badaro American

Breakfast at Burj Al Arab Dubai: I Expected to be Amazed

Breakfast & Coffee | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East

December 11, 2018

Breakfast at Burj Al Arab Dubai: I Expected to be Amazed

"Burj al Arab", considered to be one of the world’s most expensive and most luxurious hotels, is a destination…

December 11, 2018 | Restaurants | Dubai Breakfast & Coffee

Far Eats Zero4: A New Sushi and Asian Kitchen Opens in Antelias (Restaurant Closed)

Asian & Chinese | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

December 10, 2018

Far Eats Zero4: A New Sushi and Asian Kitchen Opens in Antelias (Restaurant Closed)

“Far Eats,” a restaurant open at Zero4 Naccache serves Sushi in an unconventional space that looks trendy with modern…

December 10, 2018 | Japanese & Sushi | Antelias Asian & Chinese

A Month of Endless Fun and Festivities: Souk el Akel Celebrates Christmas

Events

December 10, 2018

A Month of Endless Fun and Festivities: Souk el Akel Celebrates Christmas

Yes, we're back and with a Christmas-filled blast... Souk el Akel's Christmas Market is coming your way this December... We want…

December 10, 2018 | Popular Events

White Cedar Hotel, Al Arz

Hotels | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

December 05, 2018

White Cedar Hotel, Al Arz

Located in the village of Becharry, White Cedar Hotel and Resort features a panoramic view over the Cedars Forest and Valley. It…

December 05, 2018 | Travel & Tourism | North Lebanon Hotels

Lebanon's "Christmas Street Food Market" is On: See You in Hazmieh

Events

December 05, 2018

Lebanon's "Christmas Street Food Market" is On: See You in Hazmieh

Yes, we're back and with a Christmas-filled blast... Souk el Akel's Christmas Market is coming your way this December... We want…

December 05, 2018 | News Events

Lunch with my Kids at Crepaway

American | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

November 29, 2018

Lunch with my Kids at Crepaway

Taking out my kids to a new restaurant at least once a week, diversifying is key! For them to be introduced to all cuisines of…

November 29, 2018 | International Cuisine | Metn American

Felicie: French Eatery in the Heart of Mar Mikhael (Restaurant Closed)

French Food | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East

November 29, 2018

Felicie: French Eatery in the Heart of Mar Mikhael (Restaurant Closed)

Much more than a French restaurant, Felicie is a beautiful piece of architecture open in the heart of Mar Mikhael. Felicie is the…

November 29, 2018 | Restaurant Closed | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael French Food

Downtown: Moules-Frites Every Wednesday in Kaslik

International Cuisine | Jounieh Keserwan Lebanon Middle East

Keserwan

November 29, 2018

Downtown: Moules-Frites Every Wednesday in Kaslik

Tonight I’m having “Moules Frites” at DT! Every Wednesday, visit DT, the neighborhood restaurant of Kaslik…

November 29, 2018 | Japanese & Sushi | Jounieh International Cuisine

Le Petit Gris: 7 Years of Bistronomy in Beirut

French Food | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East

November 29, 2018

Le Petit Gris: 7 Years of Bistronomy in Beirut

When I noticed that I last came here in 2015, it was time to visit again one of my favorite French Bistros in town. Guaranteed…

November 29, 2018 | Restaurants | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael French Food

Clement: Passionately Handmade Artisanal Bread from Zahle

Bread & Bakeries | Zahle Bekaa Lebanon Middle East

Bekaa

November 29, 2018

Clement: Passionately Handmade Artisanal Bread from Zahle

“Clément” is about gourmet food that represents the values of know-how, excellence, and French…

November 29, 2018 | Zahle Bread & Bakeries

DAFA Campaign: Providing Assistance to Unprivileged People

News

November 28, 2018

DAFA Campaign: Providing Assistance to Unprivileged People

For the fourth year in a row, DAFA will be providing assistance in the form of in-kind donations that will be distributed to…

November 28, 2018 News

The Noodle House: Lunch at the Airport

Airports | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East

November 25, 2018

The Noodle House: Lunch at the Airport

I was craving a bowl of noodles! And I finally found it at the airport. Ramen noodles called “wet noodles” and the…

November 25, 2018 | Asian & Chinese | Dubai Airports

Snack el Estez: Tasty Street Food and a Homey Burger

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Achrafieh Beirut Lebanon Middle East

November 25, 2018

Snack el Estez: Tasty Street Food and a Homey Burger

On social media there is “Snack el Estez”, in Achrafieh is where you can taste their food. A trendy “Lebanese…

November 25, 2018 | Recommended | Achrafieh Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Breakfast at Lily’s Beirut: A New Chef is Needed!

Breakfast & Coffee | Beirut Central District Beirut Lebanon Middle East

November 25, 2018

Breakfast at Lily’s Beirut: A New Chef is Needed!

How great it is to wake up on an early Sunday morning and have breakfast in Beirut, I’ve been getting my kids used to…

November 25, 2018 | French Food | Beirut Central District Breakfast & Coffee

Le2metna Snack: Flavors of Home Prepared with Love, in Sarba

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Keserwan Lebanon Middle East

November 25, 2018

Le2metna Snack: Flavors of Home Prepared with Love, in Sarba

It feels like home from the minute you walk in. Fresh aromas of food, two chefs working behind the counter, a gentle lady helping…

November 25, 2018 | Restaurants | Keserwan Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Marks & Spencer Launches Meat in Dubai for the Very First Time

News

November 25, 2018

Marks & Spencer Launches Meat in Dubai for the Very First Time

Marks & Spencer and Al-Futtaim have an exciting announcement for customers in Dubai, UAE, with the introduction of its very…

November 25, 2018 News

Chili’s Diner Beirut: I Love it Here! The Vibes, The Service and The Food

American | Achrafieh Beirut Lebanon Middle East

November 24, 2018

Chili’s Diner Beirut: I Love it Here! The Vibes, The Service and The Food

I’m a fan or is it the nostalgia, Chili’s makes me happy... open for as long as I remember, Chili’s is today…

November 24, 2018 | Grill & BBQ | Achrafieh American

Social House Dubai: A Beautiful Place Serving a Tasty Breakfast

Breakfast & Coffee | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East

November 24, 2018

Social House Dubai: A Beautiful Place Serving a Tasty Breakfast

Because the place looks so nice and inspiring. Because every design item makes you want to come in and live the experience, I…

November 24, 2018 | Recommended | Dubai Breakfast & Coffee

Baker & Spice: Breakfast on the Fountain in Dubai

Breakfast & Coffee | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East

November 24, 2018

Baker & Spice: Breakfast on the Fountain in Dubai

When you see a dirty glass on the fridge display, you don’t know what to expect. When you sit and enjoy the food, your…

November 24, 2018 | Recommended | Dubai Breakfast & Coffee

Lebanon’s Babel: Lebanese Hospitality at La Mer Dubai

Fish & Seafood | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East

November 24, 2018

Lebanon’s Babel: Lebanese Hospitality at La Mer Dubai

At the end of La Mer, a big house stands out; it’s Babel. “Babel Sur Mer," the fish restaurant of Babel Lebanon…

November 24, 2018 | Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Dubai Fish & Seafood

Aubaine: French Style Breakfast in Dubai

Breakfast & Coffee | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East

November 24, 2018

Aubaine: French Style Breakfast in Dubai

Lebanese owned, with the first restaurant in London, Aubaine has a premium location at the entrance of The Dubai Mall. Aubaine…

November 24, 2018 | French Food | Dubai Breakfast & Coffee

Leopold’s of London: Desserts on the Beach in Dubai

Bread & Bakeries | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East

November 24, 2018

Leopold’s of London: Desserts on the Beach in Dubai

A local creation called Leopold’s opens as of breakfast until late night and serves an all-day-long selection of creative…

November 24, 2018 | Breakfast & Coffee | Dubai Bread & Bakeries

State 88: Food with Emotions in Dubai

International Cuisine | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East

November 24, 2018

State 88: Food with Emotions in Dubai

Owned by a Lebanese group, State 88 is an international restaurant serving cuisine from all over the world. American, Italian and…

November 24, 2018 | Recommended | Dubai International Cuisine

Eggspectation Dubai: Breakfast Below Expectations

Breakfast & Coffee | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East

November 23, 2018

Eggspectation Dubai: Breakfast Below Expectations

It has eggs in its title, but it’s not only a breakfast restaurant. Eggs all day long, burgers, fries and desserts,…

November 23, 2018 | Restaurants | Dubai Breakfast & Coffee

New Shanghai: A Beautiful Place Serving Good Asian Food

Asian & Chinese | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East

November 23, 2018

New Shanghai: A Beautiful Place Serving Good Asian Food

Serving New Shanghai cuisine imported directly from Asia, the restaurant owned by the Lebanese Azadea group is a masterpiece of…

November 23, 2018 | Restaurants | Dubai Asian & Chinese

Din Tai Fung: Asian Perfection in Dubai

Asian & Chinese | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East

November 23, 2018

Din Tai Fung: Asian Perfection in Dubai

Recommended by many and considered to be one of the best Asian restaurants in the world, it was a necessity to try Din Tai Fung.…

November 23, 2018 | Recommended | Dubai Asian & Chinese

Hocus Pocus; Bake Sale 2018, for "Step Together Association"

News

November 23, 2018

Hocus Pocus; Bake Sale 2018, for "Step Together Association"

It's time to make some magic this Christmas... A bake sale for a great cause is taking place at Beirut Souks on December 8th…

November 23, 2018 News

Chez Charles: The Ingredient is Passion

French Food | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East

November 23, 2018

Chez Charles: The Ingredient is Passion

French class in the heart of Dubai... the restaurant is called Chez Charles. When a passionate entrepreneur decides to open a…

November 23, 2018 | Recommended | Dubai French Food

Qatch, Sushi in Qoraitem: I Expected Better

Fish & Seafood | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

November 23, 2018

Qatch, Sushi in Qoraitem: I Expected Better

A new “Sushiry” and “Fishery” is now open in Quoraitem. Other than the wide selection of sushi choices,…

November 23, 2018 | Japanese & Sushi | Beirut Fish & Seafood

Cojean: Acai Bowls Make it to Paris

Tasty Discoveries | Paris France Europe

November 19, 2018

Cojean: Acai Bowls Make it to Paris

I found a good Acai bowl in Paris; needs Almond milk though but it's good enough. The acai berry is a small purple berry which…

November 19, 2018 | Paris Tasty Discoveries

Fou de Patisserie: Best of French Pastry Under One Roof

Desserts & Sweets | Paris France Europe

November 18, 2018

Fou de Patisserie: Best of French Pastry Under One Roof

Fou de Patisserie: Best of French Pastry Under One Roof. "Fou de Patisserie" Crazy pastry is a shop created by a team of…

November 18, 2018 | Restaurants | Paris Desserts & Sweets

Great Meat at The Grill: Casual Fine Dining at The Four Seasons Beirut

Grill & BBQ | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

November 18, 2018

Great Meat at The Grill: Casual Fine Dining at The Four Seasons Beirut

Dinner with touches of finesse and class, a certain perfection in every movement, attention to details... a soothing mood and…

November 18, 2018 | Recommended | Beirut Grill & BBQ

Souk el Akel: Lebanon's Official Street Food Market. Every THURSDAY in Beirut

News | Beirut Central District Beirut Lebanon Middle East