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
American
Five Guys, Paris Champs Elysées: I Love it Here
I’ve called it my favorite fast food burger, I’ve tried it in every city I’ve visited and today am enjoying this American burger in the heart of Paris. Probably one of the most…
American
Jack in The Box
Jack in the Box is an American fast-food restaurant chain founded February 21, 1951, by Robert O. Peterson in San Diego, California, where it is headquartered. The chain has 2,200 locations,…
October 05, 2017
| Burgers
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San Francisco
Lebanese/Middle Eastern
Joseph: That Exceptional Shawarma!
Located in the heart of Sin El Fil, facing St. Mary's church a few meters away from the Saloumi roundabout, is a shop. A famous place busy with people, hungry visitors who come here mainly for the…
Reviews
Shawarma w Saj: Tasty Sandwiches in Saida
Shawarma at Shawarma w Saj has more than one meaning. This Lebanese diner is a place I have been too and enjoyed. I am here again to enjoy their sandwiches while listening to the soothing tunes…
February 14, 2017
| Sandwiches
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Saida
Deli.co: A World of Delicatessen in Beirut
International Cuisine | Beirut Central District Beirut Lebanon Middle East
May 18, 2016
International Cuisine
Deli.co: A World of Delicatessen in Beirut
There's a new .co concept in town... Related to Brgr.co and Pzza.co; Deli.co serves delicious sandwiches never tasted in Lebanon before - a place that offers unconventional wraps, unusual…
May 18, 2016
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Beirut Central District
Noura: The Lebanese Fast Food of Beaugrenelle
Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Paris France Europe
April 07, 2016
Lebanese/Middle Eastern
Noura: The Lebanese Fast Food of Beaugrenelle
After finishing from Chipotle where we had an enjoyable lunch we continued to Noura. Here the setup and professionalism change drastically. The service is way slower, you pay before ordering so it…
April 07, 2016
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Paris
Street Food
The All Americans: A Food Kiosk in Baabda!
THe All Americans is the name, American fast food is what they do. Located on Baabda's internal road, this kiosk or kind of food-truck prepares burgers, hotdogs, crepes and the signature baked…
April 04, 2016
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Beirut
Street Food
Crepes D'Or: A Juicy and Hearty Crepe in Paris
On Rue du Four is a shop painted gold and called Crepe D'or. An old man prepares crepes one after the other and has been working here for the last seven years.
Cheese, an egg, a thick…
April 04, 2016
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Paris
Breakfast & Coffee
Abou Arab: The Famous Tasty "Kaaka Asrouniya"
Today, like once every other month, I stop at Abou Arab. The place has become very famous lately with dozens of shops around the country. Cleaner and sharper, this Kaak place is still the…
March 28, 2016
| Street Food
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Keserwan
Popular
Creperie Genia: The Best Street Crepe in Paris
I'm skipping the intros and the descriptions and going straight to the crepes. This is a review about my favorite crepe in Paris and probably my favorite one from around the world. A crepe…
March 27, 2016
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Paris
Pizza
Micelli's: The Homemade Pizza Place
Remember Micelli's, the family I visited last year to enjoy a marvelous homemade Pizza by Zizo, her son Rami and the happy family. They invited me home, we met in their kitchen but today they…
March 13, 2016
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Metn
Pizza
A Must Try: Hasroun's Huge Pizza
It's Charbel, third time in Hasroun for this huge Pizza one should have at least once in his life. I've been to Pizza Hut, Domino's, Tomatomatic, and I've tried almost all the Italian…
February 23, 2016
| Tasty Discoveries
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North Lebanon
Recommended
J.Makhlouf: The Sandwicheria of Choice!
It's the art of simplicity...
His name is Walid Makhlouf and he is the most unconventional restaurateur ever. He is the man standing behind his shining counter rolling a sandwich at a time, a…
American
Subway Lebanon: A New Branch... Still Trying to Survive
Subway has a new location in Lebanon. Its Mar Mikahel’s branch is beautiful, clean and looks very American. Serving their foot long popular fresh sandwiches, Subway is still trying to survive…
January 19, 2016
| Street Food
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Popular
Laduree: My Favorite Galette des Rois to Date, in Lebanon (Restaurant Closed)
After being so disappointed last week while trying some of our country’s, supposedly, best Galette des Rois, I insisted on reviving the faith back. I was contacted by Ladurée inquiring…
January 13, 2016
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Beirut Central District
Reviews
Abo Jad: The Sandwich Poet
He is indeed special, special on all fronts, he is a man with principles, a man who refuses to sell French fries, who believes in freshness and good taste, a chef who creates amazing…
September 13, 2015
| Sandwiches
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Mount Lebanon
Breakfast & Coffee
Pate a Choux: Lebanon's Wondrous Croissants
During my adolescence, I remember dad taking me to a pastry shop all the way up in Broumana. Owned and run by Victor Rbeiz, Pâte à Choux cakes were special, freshly…
July 15, 2015
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Antelias
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
Manakish
Claude Harb Bakery, Hadath el Jebbeh
You may call it coincidence, fate or simply chance. We were scheduled to visit Bekaa Kafra and not Hadath el Jebbeh. Due to the very bad weather that day, we decided to take the internal road... we…
May 21, 2015
| Street Food
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North Lebanon
Breakfast & Coffee
Breakfast from Zaatar w Zeit: Fast and Effective Takeaway
I always ask myself, why is it that only international chains have drive-thru service? Haven't you dreamt of a nice fluffy Mankouché with Zaatar and labneh to grab on your way? How about a…
Tasty Discoveries
Juice Up: Freshly Squeezed and Happily Enjoyed
Everybody has noticed this new shop on the corner of Sodeco and maybe after this review, you might make sure to stop there for a boost. JuiceUp offers a large selection of juices, smoothies and…
November 09, 2014
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Achrafieh
Sandwiched... Bewitched by a Sandwich and a Mouthwatering Dessert
Burgers | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East
November 04, 2014
Burgers
Sandwiched... Bewitched by a Sandwich and a Mouthwatering Dessert
It was time I revisited Sandwiched. After a positive encounter in Jounieh, accompanied by my friend, we went to the branch in Antelias, the old detached Lebanese house inspires trust and a sense of…
November 04, 2014
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Antelias
Sandwiches
Snack Le Gourmet: Bickfaya's Famous Chicken Sandwich
One of the country's tastiest chicken sandwiches is found at Le Gourmet in Bickfaya, El Metn. If you live around the area, there's no way you don't know about Le Gourmet's fine chicken sandwiches,…
November 12, 2013
| Street Food
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Bickfaya
Crêperie Genia: A Little Piece of Heaven on St. Michel, Paris
Recommended | Paris France Europe
June 12, 2013
Recommended
Crêperie Genia: A Little Piece of Heaven on St. Michel, Paris
In 2009, I came to Paris to continue my education, where I spent more than two weeks in the area of St. Michel, Quartier des Arts and Odeon, highly saturated with students. I discovered it all, its…
June 12, 2013
| Street Food
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Paris
Classic Burger Joint: A Burger's Portrait
Burgers | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East
April 29, 2013
Burgers
Classic Burger Joint: A Burger's Portrait
Days are passing, the world is improving and Lebanon's culinary sector is raising the bar higher and higher. Just close your eyes and remember what we used to eat couple of years ago. Where…
April 29, 2013
| Restaurants
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Antelias
Contributors
A Sneak Peek on Mc Donald's Mexican Hamburguesa
A couple of months ago, I shed light on McDonald's Lebanon slacking service while their international counterparts are moving forward and updating their service on a global level. Besides maintaining…
April 13, 2013
| Street Food
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Lebanon
Napoletana: Italy in the Neighbourhood Since 2005
Italian | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East
January 19, 2013
Italian
Napoletana: Italy in the Neighbourhood Since 2005
After visiting Napoletana in City Mall and keeping a very positive impression, it was time for me to visit the ABC branch. Napoletana, like many say serves one of the best Pizzas Lebanon has…
T-Marbouta in Hamra: More Than An Arabic Letter
Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East
January 10, 2013
Lebanese/Middle Eastern
T-Marbouta in Hamra: More Than An Arabic Letter
T-Marbouta is an original place, or at least it was for me the second I walked into the place where everyone seemed to feel right at home. Although T-marbouta has been around for some time now, I…
January 10, 2013
| Restaurants
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Hamra & Verdun
365 at ABC Dbayeh: Standing the Test of Time
International Cuisine | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East
December 22, 2012
International Cuisine
365 at ABC Dbayeh: Standing the Test of Time
ABC Dbayeh has been a popular destination for shopping and dinning experiences alike and today with their new terrace and variety of restaurants ready to welcome you, the choice has become endless.…
December 22, 2012
| Lebanese/Middle Eastern
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Dbayeh
The Peninsula: An Italian Country House in Dbayeh
Italian | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East
December 18, 2012
Italian
The Peninsula: An Italian Country House in Dbayeh
The Peninsula, Italian restaurant in Dbayeh is one of those places we tend to forget sometimes, only because several other Italians have opened around town and maybe in more convenient places like…
December 18, 2012
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Dbayeh
Matsuri: The Sushi Conveyor Belt of the 16th District in Paris
Japanese & Sushi | Paris France Europe
December 08, 2012
Japanese & Sushi
Matsuri: The Sushi Conveyor Belt of the 16th District in Paris
Matsuri seems to be one of France's famous Japanese restaurants with more than 16 branches including different parts of Paris, Lyon, Reims and Saint-Etienne. In its Passy branch, Matsuri has a long…
December 08, 2012
| Restaurants
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Paris
Fortnum & Mason: Delicatessen at its Best in the Heart of London
Spotted Stories | London UK Europe
October 09, 2012
Spotted Stories
Fortnum & Mason: Delicatessen at its Best in the Heart of London
Fortnum & Mason often shortened to just "Fortnum's", is a department store situated in central London, with two other branches in Japan. Its headquarters is located at…
October 09, 2012
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London
News
A New Playground for Sushi Lovers: Rio Meets Japan
An interesting sushi concept, I think will boom...
Yoobi is London’s first temakeria. Their concept is an exciting new take on sushi – Brazilian influenced temaki…
June 15, 2012
Italian
Pizza Fusion, Riyadh (Restaurant Closed)
Pizza Fusion is an international pizza, sandwiches, pasta and salads franchise that is committed to delivering 100% organic food solution to its customers.
There is a huge void in the restaurant…
American
Kentucky Fried Chicken: KFC, Lebanon
Though I’ve come to appreciate KFC branches in other parts of the world, Lebanon's franchise is bad.
KFC Corporation, based in Louisville, Kentucky, is the world's most popular chicken…
February 26, 2012
| Restaurants
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Beirut
American
Roadster Diner, Lebanon
Roadster Diner has accomplished the art of American cooking and the classic diner. I love this place.
The best diner in town by far. It’s so unique, so professional, so classy,…
Lafayette Gourmet Dubai: Endless Possibilities
Fish & Seafood | UAE GCC Middle East
February 09, 2012
Fish & Seafood
Lafayette Gourmet Dubai: Endless Possibilities
In the center of Dubai Mall, in the heart of LaFayette department store, stands a new reference in luxury, La Fayette Gourmet. Here’s destination for food connoisseurs, delicatessen,…