NoGarlicNoOnions: Restaurant, Food, and Travel Stories/Reviews

November 29, 2019

Lipp: Delicious Choucroute, Escalope, Mont Blanc and MilleFeuille in Geneva

If you are a traveler and visit Paris, often you should know aboutLipp. Also, open in Geneva, Lipp is the address for a good choucroute (Sauerkraut)... seafood and shellfish, cassoulet,…

November 29, 2019 | Recommended | Switzerland

Ze Fork On The Water: Excellent Food and Service in Vevey. Casual Gourmet Specialities

Recommended | Switzerland Europe

November 29, 2019

Ze Fork On The Water: Excellent Food and Service in Vevey. Casual Gourmet Specialities

Facing the famous Fork of Vevey, Ze Fork is one of the city’s famous restaurants for its location, good food, and particular “trilogy” served on every plate. Choose the sea…

November 29, 2019 | Recommended | Switzerland

FAVERGER: Geneva's Famous Chocolatier Bars and Chocolate Spread

Recommended | Switzerland Europe

November 28, 2019

FAVERGER: Geneva's Famous Chocolatier Bars and Chocolate Spread

Faverger doesn't melt chocolate, Faverger creates it! After my world favorite chocolatier, Pierre Marcolini comes Faverger. Transforming beans into chocolate requires intricate knowledge…

November 28, 2019 | Recommended | Switzerland

Hôtel des Bergues: Geneva’s Oldest and Luxurious Stay on the Lake

Recommended | Switzerland Europe

November 28, 2019

Hôtel des Bergues: Geneva’s Oldest and Luxurious Stay on the Lake

One of Geneva’s finest hotels, located in the city’s heart and few meters from the shopping streets, old town, and watch manufacturers, welcomes you for a luxurious experience. Classy,…

November 28, 2019 | Recommended | Switzerland

Montreux Jazz Cafe: Enjoy a Gourmet Burger by the Lake

Recommended | Switzerland Europe

November 27, 2019

Montreux Jazz Cafe: Enjoy a Gourmet Burger by the Lake

Known for its International Jazz Festival since 1967, Montreux welcomes international celebrities from all over the globe to experience music and good food. The Montreux Jazz Cafe has always…

November 27, 2019 | Recommended | Switzerland

MP’s Bar & Grill: Relaxing and Tasty Dinner in Montreux

Recommended | Switzerland Europe

November 25, 2019

MP’s Bar & Grill: Relaxing and Tasty Dinner in Montreux

Part of many awards, MP’s is Montreux’s famous destination of good food and great vibes. A premium grill and excellent bar, spend happy moments with a view, surrounded by dimmed…

November 25, 2019 | Recommended | Switzerland

The Fairmont, Le Montreux Palace Hôtel is Simply Marvelous

Recommended | Switzerland Europe

November 25, 2019

The Fairmont, Le Montreux Palace Hôtel is Simply Marvelous

Laying on my bed after driving for six hours from Paris to Switzerland, I felt like waking up from a dream. Relaxing my body and enjoying the view, I took a moment to tell you about the Fairmont. One…

November 25, 2019 | Recommended | Switzerland

Piero TT; The Italian Eatary by Chef Pierre Gagnaire is a Must Try

Recommended | Paris France Europe

November 24, 2019

Piero TT; The Italian Eatary by Chef Pierre Gagnaire is a Must Try

The Italian eatery by Pierre Gagnaire is not one of his starred establishments but a casual Italian bistro on Rue du Bac. A double-sided menu, simple offerings of which seven starters, four raw…

November 24, 2019 | Recommended | Paris

AO Izakaya; Top of the Line Japanese Fine Dining in Paris

Recommended | Paris France Europe

November 24, 2019

AO Izakaya; Top of the Line Japanese Fine Dining in Paris

Found on the Michelin guide and described as being one of the best fine-dining Japanese restaurants of the capital, AO Isakaya welcomes you in a classy ambiance, warm lighting, and upscale decor…

November 24, 2019 | Recommended | Paris

Breakfast at Hotel des Bergues Geneva: Upscale and Refined

Recommended | Switzerland Europe

November 23, 2019

Breakfast at Hotel des Bergues Geneva: Upscale and Refined

Refined is the best word describing breakfast at the luxurious and iconic, hotel des Bergues of Geneva. Served at the fine-dining restaurant located on the ground floor facing the bar, breakfast is…

November 23, 2019 | Recommended | Switzerland

Maison de la Truffe: Delicious Lunch & Excellent Gourmet Pizza

Recommended | Paris France Europe

November 23, 2019

Maison de la Truffe: Delicious Lunch & Excellent Gourmet Pizza

The smell enchants your nostrils the minute you walk in. Travel along the display bar, before accessing the dining space: Maison de la Truffe, à restaurant since 1932 serving French…

November 23, 2019 | Recommended | Paris

Alan Geaam: Taking Lebanese Cuisine to Another Level for the First Time Ever

Recommended | Paris France Europe

November 23, 2019

Alan Geaam: Taking Lebanese Cuisine to Another Level for the First Time Ever

Let me introduce you to my friend Alan. With one Michelin Star proudly embroidered on his chest, Alan has made it on the list of the France best 600 chefs, proudly Lebanese, and happy to talk about…

November 23, 2019 | Guide Michelin | Paris

Youmna’s Homemade Kebbeh: Our Family Love it!

Recommended | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

November 22, 2019

Youmna’s Homemade Kebbeh: Our Family Love it!

Thick and well condensed, juicy with a soft hard envelop... loaded with oil, pleasantly moist and strongly textured; taking me on a trip to Zgharta and back, I felt a smile is drawn on my face... I…

November 22, 2019 | Tasty Discoveries | Metn

Il Lago: Michelin Star Italian Restaurant in Geneva; A Memorable Experience

Recommended | Switzerland Europe

November 22, 2019

Il Lago: Michelin Star Italian Restaurant in Geneva; A Memorable Experience

It’s not a secret that I’m a fan of Italian cuisine and since I loved the restaurant vibes at breakfast, we planned a goodbye dinner at Il Lago, The Four Season’s Michelin Starred…

November 22, 2019 | Italian Food | Switzerland

Fauchon L’Hotel: I’ve Been Here Two Times and Loving It

Recommended | Paris France Europe

November 22, 2019

Fauchon L’Hotel: I’ve Been Here Two Times and Loving It

After spending memorable time at this particular hotel last year, I couldn’t but book again three nights when visiting Paris. I loved everything about Fauchon L’Hotel starting by the…

November 22, 2019 | Recommended | Paris

Paname Beirut: Meet For Lunch, Leave Happy and Satisfied

Recommended | Beirut Central District Beirut Lebanon Middle East

November 10, 2019

Paname Beirut: Meet For Lunch, Leave Happy and Satisfied

Calm, peace and serenity in the heart of Beirut's chic streets, Paname has become the get together of the capital's businessmen. Women meet up place, businessmen or just friends, Paname's vibes…

November 10, 2019 | Recommended | Beirut Central District

BURGUNDY: Beirut's Finest Culinary Experience

Recommended | Beirut Central District Beirut Lebanon Middle East

November 06, 2019

BURGUNDY: Beirut's Finest Culinary Experience

Walk into a calm, peaceful, and serene dark space that's lightly lit. Listen to the faded music in the background, people's whispers... Look around and see the bar and its action while the owner…

November 06, 2019 | Recommended | Beirut Central District

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

Recommended | Germany 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 trips taking me from a city to the next especially around Frankfurt,…

October 31, 2019 | Recommended | Germany

Délice La Brasserie at Sofitel Munich: A Memorable Dinner

Recommended | Germany Europe

October 27, 2019

Délice La Brasserie at Sofitel Munich: A Memorable Dinner

Recommended by the Michelin guide, Délice La Brasserie, located at the Sofitel Munich, is where I chose to have dinner tonight. Drench perfection in the heart of Munich; La Brasserie is much…

October 27, 2019 | Recommended | Germany

The Sofitel Munich is a Marvelous Art Masterpiece, a Pleasant Stay and Premium Breakfast

Recommended | Germany Europe

October 27, 2019

The Sofitel Munich is a Marvelous Art Masterpiece, a Pleasant Stay and Premium Breakfast

Art, art is everywhere, and the architect who designed this hotel definitely deserves an award. It’s magic from the minute you step foot inside this living gallery of colors and shapes. A…

October 27, 2019 | Recommended | Germany

Levent Borek Adana: One of the Tastiest Things I've Ever Tasted!

Recommended | Turkey Middle East

Middle East

October 25, 2019

Levent Borek Adana: One of the Tastiest Things I've Ever Tasted!

Börek is a family of baked filled pastries made of a thin flaky dough such as phyllo, of Anatolian origins, and also found in the cuisines of the Balkans, the Caucasus, Levant,…

October 25, 2019 | Recommended | Turkey

The Sofitel Berlin: A Recommended Hôtel for You and Your Kids

Recommended | Germany Europe

October 23, 2019

The Sofitel Berlin: A Recommended Hôtel for You and Your Kids

A Hotel is all about the details, every single detail that makes your stay a unique one to remember. It’s the location at first, and then comes the pampering, the welcoming, the room amenities,…

October 23, 2019 | Recommended | Germany

Kelly's Fish Lounge: Fresh and Tasty Seafood from Tripoli to the Heart of Achrafieh

Recommended | Achrafieh Beirut Lebanon Middle East

October 18, 2019

Kelly's Fish Lounge: Fresh and Tasty Seafood from Tripoli to the Heart of Achrafieh

Kelly is where Fish is delivered daily from Tripoli to the heart of Achrafieh. Kelly is where the restaurant doesn't smell fish and where food is prepared with love and dedication. I visited Kelly's…

October 18, 2019 | Recommended | Achrafieh

Punto Alto: “Impressed” by the Food and the Portions Size! It’s Even Non-Smoking

Recommended | Tripoli North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

North Lebanon

October 18, 2019

Punto Alto: “Impressed” by the Food and the Portions Size! It’s Even Non-Smoking

Located on the hills of Ras Maska, Punto Akto has been serving unique food since 1990. From an authentic Italian restaurant to an American-style Italian eatery, Punto Alto is one of Tripoli’s…

October 18, 2019 | Italian Food | Tripoli

Three Days in Istanbul: 18 "Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner" Restaurant Experiences to Try

Recommended | Istanbul Turkey Middle East

September 23, 2019

Three Days in Istanbul: 18 "Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner" Restaurant Experiences to Try

A couple of years ago, Turkey and Lebanon signed an agreement allowing both populations to visit their neighbors without the need of a visa. That opened a lot of touristic and business opportunities.…

September 23, 2019 | Recommended | Istanbul

Dallmayr Delicatessen: A Gourmet Lunch in Munich

Recommended | Germany Europe

September 23, 2019

Dallmayr Delicatessen: A Gourmet Lunch in Munich

One of Europe’s most famous delicatessen brands welcomes you for breakfast, lunch, or dinner up on the first floor. After touring around on the ground floor for German specialties and unique…

September 23, 2019 | Restaurants | Germany

Bocca Di Bacco: A Guaranteed Pleasant Italian Dining Experience in Berlin

Recommended | Germany Europe

September 22, 2019

Bocca Di Bacco: A Guaranteed Pleasant Italian Dining Experience in Berlin

<p><strong>Four years passed and I still remember it as if it was today; one of Berlin’s finest Italian restaurants was fully booked on a Saturday evening. A garlic clove…

September 22, 2019 | Recommended | Germany

What’s Beef Frankfurt: A Concept You Will Fall in Love With

Recommended | Germany Europe

September 22, 2019

What’s Beef Frankfurt: A Concept You Will Fall in Love With

Waw! That’s the first impression! The place is simply awesome! Red, lots of red, walls were shining red... it’s really cool! A concept inspired by the American culture serves locally…

September 22, 2019 | Burgers | Germany

Ioki: An Excellent Sushi in Istanbul

Recommended | Istanbul Turkey Middle East

September 21, 2019

Ioki: An Excellent Sushi in Istanbul

It has appeared on the lists, in all my searches, it’s one of the capital’s best Asian restaurants according to many... after a bit so pleasant lunch down at the Bosphorus, we grabbed a…

September 21, 2019 | Japanese & Sushi | Istanbul

The Allis at Soho House: Eat, Chill, Relax, Enjoy the Garden in Istanbul

Recommended | Istanbul Turkey Middle East

September 21, 2019

The Allis at Soho House: Eat, Chill, Relax, Enjoy the Garden in Istanbul

Positive vibes in the garden while listening to good music; that’s The Allis at Soho House in Istanbul. Enjoy a cold coffee, let the breath of air caress your cheeks, mingle with people while…

September 21, 2019 | International Cuisine | Istanbul

Cuma: Breakfast at Home in Istanbul

Recommended | Istanbul Turkey Middle East

September 21, 2019

Cuma: Breakfast at Home in Istanbul

Jazz music, the light coming in from all sides, wooden tables, layback seats... it’s home away from home in the heart of Istanbul. Order eggs Benedict with labneh! Enjoy a mouthwatering…

September 21, 2019 | Recommended | Istanbul

Delicatessen: Classical Music and Great Breakfast in Istanbul

Recommended | Istanbul Turkey Middle East

September 17, 2019

Delicatessen: Classical Music and Great Breakfast in Istanbul

Oh, My Goodness! When I think that’s, I’ve been to the best breakfast place in town; another pops up! Delicatessen locates on the hills of Nisantasi is your perfect breakfast…

September 17, 2019 | Recommended | Istanbul

Petra Roasting Company: A Coup de Coeur in Istanbul

Recommended | Istanbul Turkey Middle East

September 17, 2019

Petra Roasting Company: A Coup de Coeur in Istanbul

On this beautiful Sunday morning, my first stop was at Mangerie, where I thought I'd discovered the best... I then continued to Delicatessen where again I thought I’ve found my coup de Coeur...…

September 17, 2019 | Coffee, Wine & Drinks | Istanbul

Mangerie Bebek: Excellent Breakfast Loaded with Flavors

Recommended | Istanbul Turkey Middle East

September 17, 2019

Mangerie Bebek: Excellent Breakfast Loaded with Flavors

I woke up at 6, walked around Istanbul to fly my drone then searching for a place to have breakfast. I wanted something cosmopolitan, fun and trendy at the same time: Mangerie popped up. Located…

September 17, 2019 | Recommended | Istanbul

Tasty, Varied, Generous and Professional... Breakfast in Beirut! The Four Seasons Hotel

Recommended | Beirut Central District Beirut Lebanon Middle East

September 17, 2019

Tasty, Varied, Generous and Professional... Breakfast in Beirut! The Four Seasons Hotel

On the second floor of the Four Seasons Hotel is where mornings have another meaning. I've been here half a dozen times already simply to enjoy the pleasure of great food, amazing presentation, and…

September 17, 2019 | International Cuisine | Beirut Central District

Paper Moon: Enjoying My Favorite Milanese Restaurant in Istanbul

Recommended | Istanbul Turkey Middle East

September 17, 2019

Paper Moon: Enjoying My Favorite Milanese Restaurant in Istanbul

After enjoying Paper Moon twice in Milano, I couldn’t but try it in Istanbul. One of my favorite Italian restaurants of all times makes my heart skip a beat. Pasta, pizza and Italian dishes,…

September 17, 2019 | Recommended | Istanbul

Lebanon's Famous Chocolate Cake is a Must Try! Found at Chili's in Achrafieh

Recommended | Achrafieh Beirut Lebanon Middle East

September 09, 2019

Lebanon's Famous Chocolate Cake is a Must Try! Found at Chili's in Achrafieh

I love it so much that I visit Chili's only to enjoy this dessert! The signature dessert of choice: A dessert to try at least once in a lifetime: Chili's molten chocolate cake. You…

September 09, 2019 | Desserts & Sweets | Achrafieh

Chili’s Beirut: Twenty Years of Good Food, Generous Portion and Non-Smoking Dining

Recommended | Achrafieh Beirut Lebanon Middle East

September 08, 2019

Chili’s Beirut: Twenty Years of Good Food, Generous Portion and Non-Smoking Dining

Back! To my favorite diner in town and probably the last standing. One of Lebanon’s few franchises has celebrated 20 years of operations in Achrafieh... and when the brand worldwide isn’t…

September 08, 2019 | Recommended | Achrafieh

La Petite Maison: A Must Do in Istanbul

Recommended | Istanbul Turkey Middle East

September 04, 2019

La Petite Maison: A Must Do in Istanbul

Amazing, exceptionally amazing like all the “La Petite Maison” restaurants I’ve been to around the world. After indulging in the finest food in Nice, Dubai, and Beirut, here comes…

September 04, 2019 | Recommended | Istanbul

Restaurant Kesrwani; Fish and Seafood in Antelias, Arghile-Free

Recommended | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

September 04, 2019

Restaurant Kesrwani; Fish and Seafood in Antelias, Arghile-Free

I’ve been here, done that, enjoyed the experience and now back for more. Kesrwani, the famous fish market of Antelias welcomes you for an enjoyable experience of seafood, Lebanese mezze and…

September 04, 2019 | Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Antelias

Casa de Thoum: I Loved the Room, the Bed, the Guesthouse and Tasty Breakfast

Recommended | Batroun North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

North Lebanon

September 03, 2019

Casa de Thoum: I Loved the Room, the Bed, the Guesthouse and Tasty Breakfast

I've been places, toured around Lebanon, visited dozens of guesthouses and this one makes it on the TOP5 list. One of the best and most enjoyable stays to date, Casa de Thoum will offer you and…

September 03, 2019 | Recommended | Batroun

At the Gandour Factory: How Cookies are Made?

With strong roots in the confectionery industry, Gandour has emerged as a leading food manufacturer in the Middle East, North Africa, and East Asia. Established in 1857, Gandour originally…

September 03, 2019 | News

Touring Lebanon with Luke and Sabrina: Day 1 of 3 in Beirut

Recommended | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

September 02, 2019

Touring Lebanon with Luke and Sabrina: Day 1 of 3 in Beirut

Traditional Lebanese Food Tour in Beirut with NoGarlicNoOnions!! (Check out Luke's Channel) Welcome to LEBANON - a country full of delicious and vibrant street foods and traditional dishes! We…

September 02, 2019 | Popular | Beirut

Beit Mirna Guesthouse: Your Home Away from Home in Ehden

Recommended | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

September 02, 2019

Beit Mirna Guesthouse: Your Home Away from Home in Ehden

Situated in Ehden, 6 km from Horsh Ehden Nature Reserve, Beit Mirna is your destination for a tranquil and peaceful getaway surrounded by the green virgin nature. Beit Mirna features…

September 02, 2019 | Recommended | North Lebanon

Shallalat Nabeh Merched: Excellent Lebanese Food Served in Paradise! A Must Try

Recommended | Shouf Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

August 19, 2019

Shallalat Nabeh Merched: Excellent Lebanese Food Served in Paradise! A Must Try

After the last visit to “Nabeh Merched” to film an episode, I promised to come again with my family. A little paradise on earth, in the heart of Lebanon’s greenest region, spending…

August 19, 2019 | Recommended | Shouf

LOS: Art and Food on the Island of Symi

Recommended | Greece Europe