Furn w Fekhar: Breakfast in Achrafieh
Breakfast & Coffee | Achrafieh Beirut Lebanon Middle East
May 20, 2019
Breakfast & Coffee
Furn w Fekhar: Breakfast in Achrafieh
Located in the heart of Achrafieh facing Pate a Choux on Sodeco street, “Furn w Fekhar” is the latest bakery to open proposing a selection of manakish, wraps, sandwiches, and food…
May 20, 2019
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Achrafieh
Armenian
Sunday Lunch at Batchig Antelias
It felt so good to visit Batchig after two long years! I’ve been here, done that, enjoyed all the menu and still visit with a smile on my face. Batchig is a “kiss hello,” a casual…
May 20, 2019
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Antelias
American
The Draft House; Draft Beer and Good Food at the Airport in Dubai
Last year on my way back to Lebanon, I stopped by "The Draft House" for a beer. I loved the food, the vibes, and selection of draft beers and remember to have been amazed by the restaurant that…
May 20, 2019
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Dubai
The.CO’s: Excellent Food from Around the World Now in Antelias
Burgers | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East
May 20, 2019
Burgers
The.CO’s: Excellent Food from Around the World Now in Antelias
CO’s is for “Brgr.Co”, “Pzza.Co” and “Deli.Co” combined. Enjoy the best of all worlds under one roof now in Antelias. It’s not a secret anymore…
Breakfast at Le Royal Beirut: Third Time... Nothing Changed! Mankouche with a View
Breakfast & Coffee | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East
May 20, 2019
Breakfast & Coffee
Breakfast at Le Royal Beirut: Third Time... Nothing Changed! Mankouche with a View
Supporting and visiting hotels in Lebanon has been one of my main priorities since I started the blog in 2012. People needed to know, -mainly locals- that you can have breakfast at a hotel without…
Events
Lebanese Sarah Saroufim: Absolut's Global Creative Competion Winner
Absolut has announced its next creative collaboration and winning artist as part of Absolut's broadest art initiative in the history of the brand. Sarah Saroufim from Lebanon has been crowned…
May 18, 2019
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Spotted Stories
Chocolate Hummus: Who Can Resist this Healthy Dessert
Did you know that you can make a sweet hummus with chickpeas? The latest food trend to hit the scene is dessert hummus, and this feels right. This certainly isn’t your typical hummus:…
May 18, 2019
News
First Time in 125 Years, Hershey's Changes its Look
For the first time in its 125-year history, Hershey’s is switching up the way its iconic milk chocolate bars look. Instead of Hershey’s, the little squares will all sport an emoji --…
May 17, 2019
News
Ease the Heat with Ben & Jerry's New Flavors
Ben & Jerry’s has been busy preparing for summer, because the ice cream brand just released new flavors for the warm months ahead. Available only in Scoop Shops flavors include: Toffee…
May 17, 2019
News
Oreo Is Rolling Out New Flavors for Summer 2019
Oreo has a sweet treat — or five — for consumers this summer.The cookie maker is dropping five new flavors this summer, with plans to release one every month.
The first one to hit…
May 17, 2019
Desserts & Sweets
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 opening of La Maison du Chocolat Paris boutiques in the Middle East. He has…
Fish & Seafood
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 venue and its fish restaurant, which offers a wide selection of freshly…
May 15, 2019
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Batroun
"Shawarma Lab": Taking Our Traditional Sandwich to Another Level!
Recommended | Beirut Lebanon Middle East
May 15, 2019
Recommended
"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. Shawarma is the star reinvented with several new recipes never seen…
May 15, 2019
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Beirut
Mechwar Videos
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 once a rich and flourishing Phoenician city, with tight trade links to ancient Egypt and a globally renowned…
French
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 seem second nature. But the 30-something food science expert, who…
May 15, 2019
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Slate: Excellent Meats in Mar Milhael
Grill&BBQ | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
May 15, 2019
Grill&BBQ
Slate: Excellent Meats in Mar Milhael
I was invited to Slate and enjoyed a sumptuous meal. The tomato salad, the burger, the pastrami sandwich, beef tartare, meat and desserts were all phenomenal.
Le Commerce du Levant: Located…
May 15, 2019
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Fish & Seafood
MotherShucker: Oysters and Delectable Seafood
A handful of mouthwatering photos... enjoy the gallery below while I plan another visit to Mothershucker for a detailed review. Enjoy meanwhile!
(Le Commerce du Levant) In Lebanon, it's…
May 15, 2019
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Mechwar Videos
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, Mechwar takes the form of a 20-minute show that takes viewers across…
May 15, 2019
| Travel
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North Lebanon
American
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 closed- and many others around the world that I make a point to visit in…
May 15, 2019
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Dubai
Rossini Caffe and Osteria Opens at The Phoenicia Beirut
Italian | Beirut Lebanon Middle East
May 15, 2019
Italian
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 renovated to cope with the century’s new decor trends, you will dine…
May 15, 2019
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Beirut
Hotels
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. It's a place filled with natural harmony appealing to all five senses.…
Amazing Food Experience on Zaya Nurai Island Abu Dhabi
International Cuisine | Abu Dhabi UAE GCC Middle East
May 14, 2019
International Cuisine
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 luxurious hotels on earth welcoming you in one of their fifty individual…
May 14, 2019
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Abu Dhabi
Hotels
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 luxurious hotels on earth welcoming you in one of their fifty individual…
May 14, 2019
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Abu Dhabi
Ana Beirut: Beautiful Setup and Good Lebanese Food in Antelias
Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East
May 14, 2019
Lebanese/Middle Eastern
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, mirrors, and the show oven. Welcome to Ana Beirut, a cafe inspired by the…
May 14, 2019
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Antelias
News
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. Smirnoff Zero Sugar Infusions, the line is available in three flavours:…
May 13, 2019
News
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, with dark spirits making a comeback and the cocktail culture hotter than…
May 12, 2019
Lounge 36: Good Food and Pleasant Vibes in Kousba
International Cuisine | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East
May 09, 2019
International Cuisine
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... I ended up forgetting to write a review. I loved the experience;…
May 09, 2019
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North Lebanon
News
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 allergies is on the rise, yet a lot of people remain undiagnosed. However,…
May 08, 2019
| Spotted Stories
News
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 the perfect way of crowning this moment. It involves a lot of insight,…
May 08, 2019
| Spotted Stories
Japanese & Sushi
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 the new menu which has shrunk from 29 pages to 21 with a new more…
May 08, 2019
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Achrafieh
French
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 transformed tonight into a group gathering where everyone was happy and…
May 08, 2019
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Achrafieh
The Gathering: Transported... in the Heart of Beirut!
International Cuisine | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
May 08, 2019
International Cuisine
The Gathering: Transported... in the Heart of Beirut!
On a beautiful Monday morning, in the heart of Beirut, accompanied by my kids and lovely wife, we sat to enjoy the weather and soothing vibes. The Gathering, one of the “Downtown” group…
May 08, 2019
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
News
“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 50,000USD
Bassma is a Lebanese non-profit humanitarian organization for…
May 08, 2019
Popular
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 to them all and more. There’s no better way to discover the best…
News
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 Chocolat in Paris in 2013, Maya Maalouf Kanaan did not expect the huge…
News
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 tumbler to carry around your cold brew. Available across the U.S. and…
May 03, 2019
News
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 new flavors mark the first time Pepsi has added a splash of real…
May 03, 2019
Spotted Stories
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, this guacamole cheese has taken how we enjoy our Tortilla chips on a…
May 03, 2019
News
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 encourages people to feel however they feel — not how society…
May 03, 2019
News
The Cheesecake Factory Closes in Beirut: Goodbye to Another Franchise
I keep on repeating one sentence: “Lebanon is not a franchise country”. From the days' franchises started opening in Lebanon, I remember saying that they won’t work. Actually, they…
April 30, 2019
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Hamra & Verdun
News
Avengers: Endgame X Coca Cola
Avengers: Endgame finally arrived at theatres, the Marvel franchise partnered with Coca-Cola for a brand new collaboration which includes Iron Man, Thor and Hulk in the red, black and…
April 29, 2019
News
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 Italian confectionery brand: Ice Cream Stick, Ice Cream Sandwich, Kinder…
April 29, 2019
