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World's Best Vineyards 2022 Top 51-100: Lebanon Wins Four Spots on The List and Best Vineyard in Asia

News

October 19, 2022

World's Best Vineyards 2022 Top 51-100: Lebanon Wins Four Spots on The List and Best Vineyard in Asia

WORLD'S BEST VINEYARDS 2022TOP 51-100 LIST OUT NOW The World’s Best Vineyard’s 2022 Top 51 – 100 list…

October 19, 2022 | Popular News

2019 in Review: 35 Restaurants in Lebanon I've Visited This Year

Popular | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

January 22, 2020

2019 in Review: 35 Restaurants in Lebanon I've Visited This Year

In 2019, I focused on visiting villages ending up in experiencing fewer restaurants. My favorite ones are listed…

January 22, 2020 | Recommended | Lebanon Popular

2019 in Review: 30 Hotels I’ve Visited This Year

Hotels

January 21, 2020

2019 in Review: 30 Hotels I’ve Visited This Year

A year to be remembered... Thirty hotels visited in more than 14 countries. Amazing discoveries, endless learning... Check out…

January 21, 2020 | Popular Hotels

My Selection of 25 Tasty Eats, Restaurants and Food Discoveries in Germany

Popular | Germany Europe

Europe

October 31, 2019

My Selection of 25 Tasty Eats, Restaurants and Food Discoveries in Germany

My first visit to Germany was back in 2015, and since that day I fell in love with the country. It has become a habit to do road…

October 31, 2019 | Recommended | Germany Popular

18 Food Stops to Discover in Athens, Greece: Reviews, Photos and Video

Popular | Athens Greece Europe

Greece

August 15, 2019

18 Food Stops to Discover in Athens, Greece: Reviews, Photos and Video

Traveling to Athens, where to go, what to eat, what to do! My Favorite 18 places to eat an enjoyable meal. Yoleni’s Greek…

August 15, 2019 | Recommended | Athens Popular

Best of 2018: Restaurants, Eateries, Food, Cuisines... in Lebanon and the World

News

January 12, 2019

Best of 2018: Restaurants, Eateries, Food, Cuisines... in Lebanon and the World

I have been places... collecting happy moments and enjoying memorable experiences around the world. My journey started in…

January 12, 2019 | Popular News

My Favorite Croissants in Lebanon: 14 Tasty Discoveries!

Bread & Bakeries | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

January 11, 2019

My Favorite Croissants in Lebanon: 14 Tasty Discoveries!

A croissant is a buttery, flaky, viennoiserie pastry of Austrian origin, named for its historical crescent shape. Croissants and…

January 11, 2019 | Popular | Lebanon Bread & Bakeries

My Favorite Eggs Benedict Discoveries From Around the World: 21 Mouthwatering Dishes

Breakfast & Coffee

January 11, 2019

My Favorite Eggs Benedict Discoveries From Around the World: 21 Mouthwatering Dishes

Eggs Benedict, also informally known as Eggs Benny, is a traditional American breakfast or brunch dish that consists of two…

January 11, 2019 | Recommended Breakfast & Coffee

Who Has the Best Shawarma in Lebanon? Did You Try These 14 Choices?

Sandwiches | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

January 10, 2019

Who Has the Best Shawarma in Lebanon? Did You Try These 14 Choices?

SHAWARMA: Lebanon's best of the best list. Thin and fresh bread, two layers of it, wrapped around a generous portion of meat or…

January 10, 2019 | Street Food | Lebanon Sandwiches

We Love BURGERS: 20 Best Choices to Choose From in Lebanon

Burgers | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

January 10, 2019

We Love BURGERS: 20 Best Choices to Choose From in Lebanon

I love burgers, to the extent that I don’t mind eating these little pieces of heaven every day. Mind you, not all burgers…

January 10, 2019 | Popular | Lebanon Burgers

Best Restaurants in Lebanon: 19 French Eateries I Like

French Food | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

January 10, 2019

Best Restaurants in Lebanon: 19 French Eateries I Like

Towards the end of 2012, French bistros started to gain popularity in Lebanon... but the big boom took place in 2013 when two…

January 10, 2019 | Popular | Lebanon French Food

Where to Enjoy a Generously Loaded and Tasty "Lebanese Mezze Table": 28 Restaurants to Check

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

January 08, 2019

Where to Enjoy a Generously Loaded and Tasty "Lebanese Mezze Table": 28 Restaurants to Check

Renowned all around the world, our Lebanese cuisine has won several awards for its fine taste, colorful plates, and superb taste.…

January 08, 2019 | Popular | Lebanon Lebanese/Middle Eastern

A Yummy Plate of Italian Pasta in Lebanon: 13 Favorite Addresses!

Popular | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

January 08, 2019

A Yummy Plate of Italian Pasta in Lebanon: 13 Favorite Addresses!

Pasta is one of the world's most favorite foods! Spaghetti, lasagna, rotini, tortellini - there are over 600 known pasta…

January 08, 2019 | Recommended | Lebanon Popular

2018: My Favorite Eats in San Francisco

Popular | San Francisco California USA Americas

California

January 07, 2019

2018: My Favorite Eats in San Francisco

I have been to San Francisco three times already, and each 5-day trip was a full food experience one… I have tried enough…

January 07, 2019 | Recommended | San Francisco Popular

Sweet Lebanon: 44 of the Best Mouthwatering Desserts and Cravings

Desserts & Sweets | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

January 06, 2019

Sweet Lebanon: 44 of the Best Mouthwatering Desserts and Cravings

Who doesn’t love desserts? Perfect pieces of mouthwatering indulgences… But where can you find the best of what…

January 06, 2019 | Popular | Lebanon Desserts & Sweets

Spending Sunday with Your Kids: Some Ideas to Have Breakfast, Lunch or Brunch

Hotels | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

January 06, 2019

Spending Sunday with Your Kids: Some Ideas to Have Breakfast, Lunch or Brunch

While my kids grow older searching for places to take them has been a primordial thing every weekend. Where do we take them?…

January 06, 2019 | Popular | Lebanon Hotels

It's a Sandwich, it's a Wrap, it's a Baguette... Best 40 Amazing Quick Eats in Lebanon

Popular | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

January 06, 2019

It's a Sandwich, it's a Wrap, it's a Baguette... Best 40 Amazing Quick Eats in Lebanon

As we may have noticed, food around the world is following trends which we Lebanese are being influenced by. It was the year of…

January 06, 2019 | Recommended | Lebanon Popular

Craving a Good Hummus in Lebanon: 21 of the Best Plates You Have to Try!

Popular | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

January 05, 2019

Craving a Good Hummus in Lebanon: 21 of the Best Plates You Have to Try!

The hummus comprises nothing more than what it should: pummeled chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, salt and olive oil.…

January 05, 2019 | Recommended | Lebanon Popular

Lebanon's Best Ice Cream: 25 Addresses Will Satisfy Your Craving

Ice Cream & Gelato | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

January 04, 2019

Lebanon's Best Ice Cream: 25 Addresses Will Satisfy Your Craving

We often ask ourselves... Which is better and why? And this is about everything around us... Since it's summer and we're…

January 04, 2019 | Popular | Lebanon Ice Cream & Gelato

39 Best Breakfast Spots in Lebanon: Where to Go, What to Eat

Breakfast & Coffee | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

January 04, 2019

39 Best Breakfast Spots in Lebanon: Where to Go, What to Eat

With endless choice and great flavors, you simply cannot skip breakfast in Lebanon. From Mankousheh to Foul and…

January 04, 2019 | Manakish | Lebanon Breakfast & Coffee

New York: Best 33 Breakfast Experiences You Have to Try

Bread & Bakeries | New York USA Americas

USA

January 02, 2019

New York: Best 33 Breakfast Experiences You Have to Try

I can't get enough of New York... I have been there probably nine times already in less than a year, and each 10-day trip is…

January 02, 2019 | Breakfast & Coffee | New York Bread & Bakeries

Breakfast in Paris: My Top 10 List

Breakfast & Coffee | Paris France Europe

France

January 02, 2019

Breakfast in Paris: My Top 10 List

I felt it, I was sure this morning's breakfast was going to be majestic... I pushed the door open on to a tiny space and a bar…

January 02, 2019 | Popular | Paris Breakfast & Coffee

Where to Eat Good Sushi in Lebanon: 21 Restaurants You Have to Try

Japanese & Sushi | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

January 02, 2019

Where to Eat Good Sushi in Lebanon: 21 Restaurants You Have to Try

Sushi is a global convenience food of choice and Lebanon is by no means an exception to the international trend. But did you…

January 02, 2019 | Popular | Lebanon Japanese & Sushi

New York's Greatest Sweet Cravings of 2018: The Must-Try List

News | New York USA Americas

USA

January 01, 2019

New York's Greatest Sweet Cravings of 2018: The Must-Try List

I can't get enough of New York... I have been there probably eight or nine times already in less than a year, and…

January 01, 2019 | Popular | New York News

2018 Top 10: My Favorite Italian Restaurants in New York

Italian Food | New York USA Americas

USA

January 01, 2019

2018 Top 10: My Favorite Italian Restaurants in New York

I can't get enough of New York. I have been there ten times already, and each 10-day trip was a full food experience one……

January 01, 2019 | Popular | New York Italian Food

My Top 15: New York’s Best Ice Cream You Must Try

Ice Cream & Gelato | New York USA Americas

USA

January 01, 2019

My Top 15: New York’s Best Ice Cream You Must Try

I can't get enough of New York... I have been there probably nine times already in less than a year, and each 10-day trip is…

January 01, 2019 | Popular | New York Ice Cream & Gelato

Top 10 Gelato in Roma: My Personal Choice

Desserts & Sweets | Rome Italy Europe

Italy

January 01, 2019

Top 10 Gelato in Roma: My Personal Choice

After indulging in Milan's favorite gelatarias, I planned a trip to Rome to see how the capital of this most famous culinary…

January 01, 2019 | Ice Cream & Gelato | Rome Desserts & Sweets

10 Favorite Spots: Where to Stay and Eat in London

News | London UK Europe

UK

August 27, 2017

10 Favorite Spots: Where to Stay and Eat in London

London... An iconic city, majestic if I may say, where class and luxury await, the city of charm and history. I've been to London…

August 27, 2017 | Popular | London News

10 Favorite Spots: Delicious Sandwiches You Must Try in Lebanon!

News | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

May 28, 2017

10 Favorite Spots: Delicious Sandwiches You Must Try in Lebanon!

As we may have noticed, food around the world is following trends which we Lebanese are being influenced by. It was the year of…

May 28, 2017 | Popular | Lebanon News

10 Favorite Spots: Best Places My Grandpa Told Me About

Popular | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

May 14, 2017

10 Favorite Spots: Best Places My Grandpa Told Me About

It’s true when they say that some foods are best prepared by masters… and not just any masters. Often found in…

May 14, 2017 | Recommended | Lebanon Popular

10 Favorite Spots: Where to Enjoy Good Italian Pasta in Lebanon!

Italian Food | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

April 30, 2017

10 Favorite Spots: Where to Enjoy Good Italian Pasta in Lebanon!

Pasta is one of the world's most favourite foods! Spaghetti, lasagna, rotini, tortellini - there are over 600 known pasta…

April 30, 2017 | News | Lebanon Italian Food

10 Favorite Spots: Where to Enjoy a Hefty Breakfast in Lebanon!

Breakfast & Coffee | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

April 23, 2017

10 Favorite Spots: Where to Enjoy a Hefty Breakfast in Lebanon!

"Breakfast", the latest trend to take our country by storm. New breakfast spots are opening every month and many restaurants…

April 23, 2017 | News | Lebanon Breakfast & Coffee

10 Favorite Spots: Where to Enjoy a Real Burger in Lebanon!

Burgers | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

April 16, 2017

10 Favorite Spots: Where to Enjoy a Real Burger in Lebanon!

I love burgers, to the extent that I don’t mind eating these little pieces of heaven every day. Mind you, not all burgers…

April 16, 2017 | News | Lebanon Burgers

Top 10: My Greatest Hotel Stays this Year!

Hotels

October 22, 2016

Top 10: My Greatest Hotel Stays this Year!

In 2016, I was lucky enough to have had the chance to travel a lot. I discovered more than 20 different cities and checked into…

October 22, 2016 | Recommended Hotels

Visit Milano: What to Eat, My Top 10 Favorite Spots

Italian Food | Milan Italy Europe

Italy

February 17, 2016

Visit Milano: What to Eat, My Top 10 Favorite Spots

Et voila, here's my second time in Milan, only this time the trip was based around food and culinary discoveries. 6 days, 5…

February 17, 2016 | Popular | Milan Italian Food

Lebanon: 19 Places Your Dad Told You About

News | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

December 01, 2015

Lebanon: 19 Places Your Dad Told You About

Back to the Past… Generations of Quality and Taste Places Your Dad Told You About It’s true when they say that…

December 01, 2015 | Popular | Lebanon News

10 Favorite Spots: Visiting New York, What and Where to Eat

Popular | New York USA Americas

USA

November 16, 2015

10 Favorite Spots: Visiting New York, What and Where to Eat

I can't get enough of New York. I have been there twice already in less than a year; and each 10-day trip was a full food…

November 16, 2015 | Recommended | New York Popular

Lebanon's Best Restaurants of 2014

News | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

March 26, 2015

Lebanon's Best Restaurants of 2014

Lebanon's Best Restaurants:

March 26, 2015 | Reviews | Lebanon News

2014: Best Sushi Restaurants in Lebanon

News | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

January 12, 2015

2014: Best Sushi Restaurants in Lebanon

Sushi Shack: Rabieh has a New Sushi Place... And it's GoodYest

January 12, 2015 | Top 10 List | Lebanon News

2014: Lebanon's Gourmet Burgers

Burgers | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

January 11, 2015

2014: Lebanon's Gourmet Burgers

Le Petit Gris: A Rich Selection of Fine Dining Creations Served in a brioche bun, The 180g meat sit

January 11, 2015 | News | Lebanon Burgers

2014: Best Lebanese Diners in Lebanon

News | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

January 11, 2015

2014: Best Lebanese Diners in Lebanon

Orfali Jal El Dib: Not Only Good Sandwiches but Mouthwatering Homemade Desse

January 11, 2015 | Top 10 List | Lebanon News

2014: Best Ice Cream and Gelato in Lebanon

Ice Cream & Gelato | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

January 10, 2015

2014: Best Ice Cream and Gelato in Lebanon

Hanna Mitri: The World's Best Ice CreamI truly doubt that all Lebanese people don't

January 10, 2015 | News | Lebanon Ice Cream & Gelato

2014: Finest Desserts in Lebanon

Desserts & Sweets

NoGarlicNoOnions Best of 2014: Most Viewed Youtube Videos

Street Food in Beirut

January 07, 2015 | Top 10 List News