News
Cadbury Combats Obesity with New Recipe
To combat obesity crisis, Cadbury has changed its original Dairy Milk chocolate bar recipe in a bid to launch a “diet” version.
For the first time since 1905, the brand makes a…
July 31, 2019
Restaurants
Happy Blender: Açaí and Pitaya Bowls in Athens
I couldn’t believe my eyes! I found Pitaya and Açaí bowls in Athens. My dream bowls which I discovered two years ago in New York have made it to this part of the world. I simply…
RAW42: Eat Raw Vegan and Healthy Food in Copenhagen
Breakfast & Coffee | Copenhagen Europe
February 24, 2019
Breakfast & Coffee
RAW42: Eat Raw Vegan and Healthy Food in Copenhagen
With the world’s trend going into vegan and “RAW” things. Because of my love for Açaí, I’ve been looking for new vegetarian and vegan options in my travels…
February 24, 2019
| International Cuisine
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Copenhagen
Bowl Market: Five Stars Deserved, Your Freshness Address in Copenhagen
Breakfast & Coffee | Copenhagen Europe
February 24, 2019
Breakfast & Coffee
Bowl Market: Five Stars Deserved, Your Freshness Address in Copenhagen
With a 4,8/5 on google maps and 137 reviews, you can’t but try Bowl market. Being a fan of bowls and specially açaí, it was next on my list: a calm place, soothing music and two…
February 24, 2019
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Copenhagen
Salata Eatery: Enjoy a Huge Bowl of Gourmet Salad in Beirut
International Cuisine | Beirut Central District Beirut Lebanon Middle East
February 22, 2019
International Cuisine
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 eateries, Salata has opened in the heart of downtown Beirut. When everyone…
February 22, 2019
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Beirut Central District
Ahi Poke: A Quick Healthy Lunch in Mar Mikhael
Asian & Chinese | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
January 13, 2019
Asian & Chinese
Ahi Poke: A Quick Healthy Lunch in Mar Mikhael
You know by now that I’m a fan of Poke! I love it how the rice is topped with fresh ingredients, ready to be mixed like a salad, or enjoyed the way you want them individually. On Mar Mikhael…
January 13, 2019
| Japanese & Sushi
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
French Food
BOCO: Eat Good in a Jar
BOCO is the realization of a dream… dreamt by Vincent Ferniot. With the help of the greatest French chefs and pastry chefs, BOCO has created a simple,…
November 17, 2018
| Restaurants
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Paris
Popular
Pitaya Bowl: The Next Healthy Trend
After my all-time-favorite Acai bowl which I made a point to eat at least ten times when in New York, Pure Green introduces the brightly colored Pitaya bowl. It’s called Pitaya, or the dragon…
June 18, 2018
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New York
Breakfast & Coffee
Smile to Go: A Dream Place in New York
...because you will smile from the minute you walk in! A fresh place, bright colors, happy decor and a simple menu prepared in the open kitchen in front of guests. Colored pans displayed above the…
June 17, 2018
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New York
Breakfast Barn; Colorful, Tasty and Healthy in the Heart of Achrafieh
Breakfast & Coffee | Achrafieh Beirut Lebanon Middle East
June 04, 2018
Breakfast & Coffee
Breakfast Barn; Colorful, Tasty and Healthy in the Heart of Achrafieh
Breakfast Barn or as far as I'm concerned 'A dream come true' is the first restaurant in Lebanon dedicated to the day's most important meal: "breakfast"! It's called Breakfast Barn and it encourages…
June 04, 2018
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Achrafieh
News
How Much Daily Activity You Need to Burn off 9 Healthy Foods
A healthy lifestyle is fuelled by nutrient-rich foods that give your body the energy it needs. But some of these foods come with high-calorie counts, and the ‘healthy’ label doesn’t…
March 07, 2018
News
How Eating Clean Can Help You Excel in Your Career
Looking to score a promotion or impress a client? It may be time to clean up your meals, especially if your idea of a power breakfast is a doughnut and coffee. People who rarely eat fruits,…
January 23, 2018
Recommended
Pure Green: New York's Best Acai Bowl
Açai pronounced Ah-Sah-Yee is a superfood loaded with antioxidants. It’s my dream bowl, my addiction every time I'm in New York. Fresh and healthy, it puts me in a good…
Reviews
Liquiteria: The Açai Cup I Didn’t Like
Juices and fresh things is what this place is all about. Now a firm trend in New York, people want more juices and fresh drinks. With Fresh Greens, Juice Generation and Pure Green among others, the…
November 01, 2017
| Tasty Discoveries
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New York
Spotted Stories
Food & Drink Perks to Keep Your Employees Happy, Healthy, and Productive
Food is powerful: It’s not only the fuel that keeps us alive, it’s also a social glue. It has the power to bring people together, help them bond, and make them feel loved. Humans have…
September 19, 2017
Casablanca: Redefining the Simplicity of Tasty Food
International Cuisine | Beirut Lebanon Middle East
September 11, 2017
International Cuisine
Casablanca: Redefining the Simplicity of Tasty Food
Casablanca has been serving a loyal clientele for the last twenty years or so. In a traditional Lebanese house with a view onto Beirut's busiest waterfront avenue, it's a lively space where colorful…
September 11, 2017
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Beirut
Italian Food
Fiore: Cucina Flexiteriana, a Chaotic Restaurant
An unusual name but beautiful decor, a high rating and a dozen chefs working in the kitchen made me want to walk in and try Fiore. Fiore is a restaurant based on vegetarian dishes, healthy and gluten…
July 29, 2017
| Restaurants
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Rome
News
McDonald's Introduces Kale to its Burgers
McDonald's has joined the Kale and Sriracha craze. Their new Signature Sriracha has all the ingredients to makes the burger new: spicy Sriracha Mac sauce, crispy onions, sliced tomato and a…
July 20, 2017
Bread & Bakeries
LoCal: The Wheat Free Bakery
Received the night before, bags full of products coming all the way from Tripoli... I woke up early to try them, a handful of fine creations - all wheat free - freshly produced every morning in the…
June 29, 2017
| Restaurants
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Tripoli
Lux: Exceptional and Hearty Mediterranean Cuisine
International Cuisine | Beirut Lebanon Middle East
June 25, 2017
International Cuisine
Lux: Exceptional and Hearty Mediterranean Cuisine
Calm and serene, simple and soothing, Lux is a special restaurant located in the heart of Beirut's central district facing the seaport. With a Provence feel and food from de terroir, Lux promises to…
June 25, 2017
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Beirut
Spotted Stories
Superfoods With Beauty Benefits
There are certain foods that have amazing beauty benefits. For example did you know that oysters thickens and strengthens your hair? A few small adjustments to your diet can actually work wonders in…
May 28, 2017
News
6 of the Healthiest Ethnic Cuisines: Lebanon is on the List
As published in QSR magazine in May 2017.
Menu innovators take a closer look at the ingredients and dishes common in healthful ethnic cuisines.
Call it a coincidence, but at the same time consumers…
May 27, 2017
Japanese & Sushi
Yong Kang Street: Poke Bowls on the Move in New York
There's a choice of 12 poke bowls at the Japanese fast food concept 'Turnstyle'. A small portion sold at $12 for which you can have salmon, tuna, chicken or a mix of seafood. Warm rice topped with…
April 16, 2017
| Restaurants
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New York
Breakfast & Coffee
Juice Generation New York: The Trending Acai Bowls
I might not be a fan of juices and healthy mixes but the latest "Acai" trend has caught my attention, and while in NYC I have visited "Juice Revolution" and "Pure Greens" every time I've had the…
April 10, 2017
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New York
International Cuisine
Mulberry & Vine: Good Food, Good Vibes
A new concept, amongst many other "Bowls" concepts around New York city, Mulberry & Vine is unique and has a different feel. The place is classy, neat, and looks fresh and trendy. It's…
April 10, 2017
| Restaurants
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New York
Reviews
OH Bakehouse: Lactose Free, Gluten Free, Guilt Free
Gluten-free, lactose-free and definitely more healthy, OH Bakehouse is now open on Monot street. I've heard many positive reviews about it and after having one of their brownies at the office I…
March 19, 2017
| Tasty Discoveries
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Achrafieh
Breakfast Barn: A Superb and Unique Morning Experience in Beirut
Breakfast & Coffee | Achrafieh Beirut Lebanon Middle East
March 18, 2017
Breakfast & Coffee
Breakfast Barn: A Superb and Unique Morning Experience in Beirut
Breakfast Barn or as far as I'm concerned 'A dream come true' is the first restaurant in Lebanon dedicated to the day's most important meal: "breakfast"! It's called Breakfast Barn and it encourages…
March 18, 2017
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Achrafieh
Spotted Stories
6 Delicious Grape Recipes
The use of grapes in foods such as jellies and jams is something that has been around since the Biblical times. But there is so much more that you can do and make with these green and red jewels than…
March 18, 2017
News
Coca Cola Plus: The Healthiest Version Out There
Introducing what is supposed to be the healthiest Coca-Cola. Called ‘Coca-Cola Plus’ is the “healthiest” version amongst its existing variants such as ‘Diet Coke’…
February 09, 2017
Restaurants
Blue Barn San Francisco: Delicious Food I Recommend!
Salads and sandwiches, a salad bar and bags of chips, the Blue Barn is a tiny little place that looks like a country barn, that sells everything fresh... They take their time in preparing things, and…
January 30, 2017
| Reviews
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San Francisco
News
Starbucks New Food Items for 2017
Coffee chain, Starbucks is kicking off 2017 with two new never been seen food items in a fast food restaurant... Using the new food trend, Sous vide, a technique where vacuum-sealed food is cooked in…
January 09, 2017
Tasty Discoveries
Food Engineers: Tasty Food and Less Guilt…
A green pizza box and a bag of goodies... I was ready for an interesting tasting session this morning.
Driving through Antelias, I have always been intrigued by a certain logo, the logo of…
November 23, 2016
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Antelias
Tasty Discoveries
Equia: Healthy Treats Made in Lebanon
I just received a breathtaking package of more than a dozen items. The brand is called Equia. The products look neat, packaging follows international standards and, proudly, the brand is…
May 10, 2016
American
Roadster's All Fit Menu Reviewed
When I heard about a new "light" menu, I wasn't excited to try it because everyone has a light menu and usually they're not good. I'd been to Roadster and done a review about the light menu which…
April 10, 2016
| International Cuisine
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Lebanon
Breakfast & Coffee
Claus: A Recommended Breakfast in Paris
Claus is a breakfast specialist in the heart of the first district, Claus opens from the early hours of the morning until two in the afternoon. It's a cafe on one side and a shop on the other, they…
April 02, 2016
| French Food
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Paris
International Cuisine
Ratana: A Bizarre Eatery in Milan
A beautiful castle hosts a restaurant called Ratana. A large room where tables, some square and others rectangular, can host up to 6 guests each. I loved the idea of having the same big table…
February 09, 2016
| Italian Food
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Milan
News
Proudly Lebanese: Our Local Freekeh is Exceptional
Freekeh is now one of the world’s latest food trends and numerous articles have been internationally published highlighting its nutrients and health benefits. According to many in the US,…
August 25, 2015
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Lebanon
American
Chop'T: An Innovative Concept with Great Vibes
As I walked in, I enjoyed the positive and fresh atmosphere at Chop'T. An automatic smile was drawn on my face. The colors, the menus, the logo as well as the signs with creative ideas and tasty…
July 15, 2015
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New York
Spotted Stories
Button Gourmet: A Unique Vending Machine
Good, healthy food available 24 hours a day, with no need for staff to serve it. That’s Button Gourmet, a flexible solution catering to people’s needs and making on-the-go eating much…
July 10, 2015
News
Kellogg’s Releases New Products
Kellogg’s launches a series of new breakfast and snack products. The array of new foods is designed to be more diverse, and all were created with a laser-beam focus on driving growth in…
July 04, 2015
News
Google's New Innovation: One Picture Gives You How Many Calories
Taking photographs of your food has become an everyday habit for me and many out there... I take them to share with you, others take them to share with their friends the colorful dishes they are…
June 11, 2015
Tasty Discoveries
Halsa: Addictive Healthy, Crunchy Thyme Fingers
It was supposed to be a regular meeting down in Beirut at my friend Myrna's office until a special delivery came in - a bag of Kaak.
Myrna has been enjoying these kaak for the last year, bags of…
April 29, 2015
News
Tips to Growing Your Own Vegetables No Matter Space Size
It's getting warmer and the outdoors is something we are all looking forward to... and if you're into gardening or looking to add some extra color and nutrition to your meals this season? Try growing…
April 26, 2015
Recommended
Guilt Free Maamoul do Exist... And They're Good
It’s all about maamoul now. Yum. Can you imagine enjoying some maamoul that taste like the real thing, but guilt-free? I was approached with a challenge, a challenge to taste and enjoy some…
March 30, 2015
| Tasty Discoveries
Spotted Stories
The Real Superfoods: An Infographic
Superfood is a marketing term used to describe foods with supposed health benefits. Blueberries, a so-called 'superfood' that actually does not have unusually dense nutrient content. The…
March 22, 2015
Appliances
Severin's Food Dehydrator: Make Your Own Healthy Snacks at Home
Create your own healthy, dried fruit and veg snacks with our easy-to-use Food Dehydrator. It's also excellent for preserving seasonal fruit all year round to use in your marmalades, jams and…
February 04, 2015
Tasty Discoveries
My Latest Discovery: Taqa Endurance Snack Bars
In this review, I didn't just try the Taqa Bars but plunged into the details of their production, and believe me when I tell you how everything is clean, clear, healthy, natural and handmade.
The…
February 02, 2015
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Lebanon
Tasty Discoveries
A Tasty Discovery: The Zero Calorie Miracle Noodles
There's a reason shirataki noodles are branded as "Miracle Noodles." These translucent, gelatinous Japanese noodles, which are made from the konjac yam, are low in calories and…
January 22, 2015
Fresh... and Healthy for a Guilt-Free Morning
Breakfast & Coffee | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East
November 25, 2014
Breakfast & Coffee
Fresh... and Healthy for a Guilt-Free Morning
Have you heard of Fresh, the healthy cafe? Newly opened on Zalka highway, next to Kouyoumji Center, is a new spot that offers a large selection of morning treats, lunch and dinner with a choice…
November 25, 2014
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Antelias
Spotted Stories
Is Mate the Next Trendy Drink?
I've been hearing about Mate a lot lately while special news reports on European televisions mention this drink that's taking the continent by storm. With rumors about Taurine's side effects and…
October 29, 2014