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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 below.
OHANNES: The Food & The Chef... The Whole ExperienceSometimes, when…
January 22, 2020
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Around the World: Favorite Restaurants I've Visited This Year: 50 Places to Choose From
This year, I had the chance to visit more than 14 countries, sleep in 35 hotels and eat at more than a hundred restaurants. Below is a selection of my 50 best. Enjoy checking the…
January 20, 2020
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THE RESTAURANT INDUSTRY IS SHAKING: CALLING FOR HELP
اجتمع مجلس إدارة نقابة أصحاب المطاعم والمقاهي والملاهي والباتيسري في لبنان ظهر اليوم في مقرّ النقابة في عين المريسة وصدر عنه البيان التالي
ايها المسؤولون كونوا مسؤولين ولو لمرّة…
November 25, 2019
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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
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Germany
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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
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Istanbul
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Biggest Vegan Restaurant of its Kind in the World - Only in Dubai!
Dubai, in a first of its kind tradition, is set to open a vegan restaurant that happens to be the biggest in the world. The opening of the restaurant is a strategic move that is bound to be welcomed…
August 08, 2019
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Big Chains Are Destroying Small Businesses in Villages and Towns!
I was brought up in a village on the hills of Metn called Mazraat Yachouh. It is located on the main Metn highway that connects Antelias and Bickfaya. I loved it here. I was proudly growing up in a…
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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 2012, when I decided to start an unbiased, credible food and travel…
January 12, 2019
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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 sandwiches, cookies, burgers, Italian food and desserts to feel…
January 07, 2019
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San Francisco
The .Co Family of Amazing Restaurants: Ummi, Deli.co, Brgr.co and Pzza.co
Burgers | Beirut Central District Beirut Lebanon Middle East
December 24, 2018
Burgers
The .Co Family of Amazing Restaurants: Ummi, Deli.co, Brgr.co and Pzza.co
I've been here a dozen times or more and left satisfied and happy every single time. Back for the great food, the service, the generous plates, the colorful offerings and the guarantee of enjoying a…
December 24, 2018
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Beirut Central District
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RAISING THE CURTAIN ON THE BEAUPASSAGE EXPERIENCE
BEAUPASSAGE now reveals its tailored offering of its artisans to bring wonder into our daily routines.
THE ALLÉNOTHÈQUE, RESTAURANT & WINE CELLAR BY YANNICK…
September 14, 2018
American
Gotham West Market: A Food Haven in New York City
A permanent street food market welcomes you in a vast space where several restaurants occupy each a corner. I loved the vibes, the road signs, the fun advertising and the rich smell of food being…
April 01, 2018
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New York
Philippe & Jean-Pierre: Unexpected Enjoyment in Paris!
French Food | Paris France Europe
December 20, 2017
French Food
Philippe & Jean-Pierre: Unexpected Enjoyment in Paris!
Fine dining without having a Michelin Star, classy and upscale with all the attention a guest deserves, Philippe & Jean-Pierre is a restaurant on Rue La Trémoille facing the hotel we were…
December 20, 2017
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Paris
Events
Beirut Restaurants Festival 2017
Hosted by the Syndicate of Owners of Restaurants, Cafés, Night-Clubs & Pastries in Lebanon in partnership with Hospitality Services and with the support of the Ministry of Tourism, the…
October 01, 2017
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Disney Plans a Space Themed Restaurant
Disney just announced that they will be opening a space themed restaurant. The table-service restaurant with "galaxy views, will allow guests to "travel high above the Earth," and will be…
July 19, 2017
News
The Spot Shopping Mall: Now Open in Choueifat
The Spot Choueifat megamall is ready to welcome everyone into its world of happiness uniquely designed to suit all its customer’s needs and lifestyles. Located in Choueifat is…
July 13, 2017
Mechwar Videos
Saida, A Trendy City: 25 Restaurants, One Long Day!
Sidon or Saïda (Arabic: صيدا) is the third-largest city in Lebanon. It is located in the South Governorate of Lebanon, on…
March 31, 2017
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Saida
Events
Beirut Restaurants Festival 2016
The first edition of the Beirut Restaurants Festival opened at the Trainstation in Mar Mikhael on Friday the 30th of September in the presence of Lebanese Minister of Tourism, HE Mr. Michel Pharaon,…
October 22, 2016
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
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Food, Sex and Art: Salvadore Dali's Unique Cook Book
Les diners de Gala is uniquely devoted to the pleasures of taste … If you are a disciple of one of those calorie-counters who turn the joys of eating into a form of punishment, close this book…
October 14, 2016
Events
The Beirut Restaurants Festival 2016
The Beirut Restaurants Festival, hosted by the Syndicate of Owners of Restaurants, Cafés, Night-Clubs & Pastries in Lebanon, is being held from 30 September – 2…
September 03, 2016
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An Edible Tour: NGNO's Favorite Fine-Dining Spots Around the World
Touring around I came to discover some of the world's finest dining options tried and enjoyed throughout our gastronomic world. Come with us as we discover the best of the best.
L'Atelier de Joel…
July 26, 2016
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First 3D Restauarnt Comes to London
What a world we live in today. Technology is playing a role in everything in our lives and even what we eat... and how what we eat is prepared.
Making this possible is London’s…
July 24, 2016
Events
Gout de France 2016: French Dining on the 21st of March
Following the success of the first Goût de France / Good France event, it will be held again on 21 March 2016, with a view to making it an annual spring event.
Goût de France /…
March 13, 2016
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Jot Down Where You Had that Amazing Burger!
Do you ever have this problem where you can't remember the name of that good burger you had in Gemayze? Or that amazing mankoushi in Beit Chaar? You could even have a real passion for food like me,…
February 26, 2016
News
Search for Food & Restaurants Differently!
After a few years working on NoGarlicNoOnions, we have gathered so many reviews from different parts of Lebanon and the world for that matter. Reviews of different types of cuisines, tastes and…
February 19, 2016
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Crepaway Goes Off Course with a New Menu
"You are invited on a secret mission..." This is how it started. A card with my name on it arrived with a top-secret stamp… Intriguing to say the least. It’s something new...
I…
January 24, 2016
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Lebanon
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The Village Dbayeh: The First Pictures
The Village Dbayeh is now open.
Check out some photos of the projects while I visit for detailed reviews.
190 Urban Sushi: 71 90 01 90
BistroBar: 70 28 82 11
Bodo: 03 23 42 69
Faze II:…
November 22, 2015
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Dbayeh
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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 experience one…I have tried enough pastrami sandwiches, cookies,…
November 16, 2015
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New York
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1921: World's First Gucci Restaurant Opens
Gucci is the latest fashion house to jump into food business. Dubbed, 1921 Gucci Cafe, after the year of the label’s foundation, it is located on the fourth floor of the…
August 06, 2015
News
Liza Introduces Lunch on a Tray
After the brunch, tailored events and daily dishes, Liza launches Lunch on a Tray. In three different kinds, Vegetarian and Signature and Original, each tray come with five different…
April 24, 2015
News
A Restaurant Village is Coming to Dbayeh
I honestly don't know when or what are the restaurants opening in but what I surely know is that the perspectives are nice and that this project located on the Dbayeh internal road next to Bar…
April 05, 2015
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Dbayeh
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Visiting Belgium 2015: My Travel Diary
BELGIUM:
Belgium, officially the Kingdom of Belgium, is a federal monarchy in Western Europe. It is a founding member of the European Union and hosts the EU's…
February 25, 2015
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Our Suggestions for a Night out with your Love, on Valentine
Enjoy a dinner en tete a tete tonight February the 14th...
The Grill Room for the Meat Lover
For the wine Lover
Le Sushi Bar for the Sushi Lover
Tavolina For the…
February 14, 2015
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The New Board: Syndicate of Owners of Restaurants Cafes, Night-Clubs & Pastries in Lebanon
The Syndicate of Owners of Restaurants, Cafés, Night-Clubs & Pastries is a non political and non governmental organization supporting the restaurant industry in Lebanon. They work…
November 11, 2014
Events
Beirut Gourmet Week 2014
Gourmet Week, an event of Beirut Capital of Taste, is a week of celebration, taste and culinary adventure, introducing Lebanese to a world of culinary delights, flavors, and new experiences;…
Appliances
New Freestyle Coca-Cola Fountain Soda Machine
Meet the new counter-top Freestyle Coca-Cola fountain soda machine, which lets you add extra flavors, like Vanilla and Lime, to a selection of Coca-Cola beverages. The new Freestyle Coca-Cola were…
May 30, 2014
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Mövenpick Dead Sea: An Enjoyable Stay and Good Food
This is my third time here, and the second time in less than two months. The last time I was at the Movenpick it was during low season. The pools were empty and the ambiance was calm, but not this…
Travel & Tourism
Lisbon Portela Airport in Pictures
Lisbon Portela Airport, is an international airport in the city of Lisbon, the capital of Portugal. In Portuguese, it is called Aeroporto de Lisboa. The airport is the main international gateway to…
News
THE WORLD’S 50 BEST RESTAURANTS 2014 REVEALED NEXT WEEK IN LONDON
On Monday 28th April, London’s Guildhall will play host to the elite of the gastronomic world with a glittering ceremony held to announce and celebrate The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2014,…
April 23, 2014
Street Food
Bliss Street: A Rich Street that Should Be Alive at All Times...
Visiting Bliss on a Saturday night, I was amazed to find a street that was fast asleep. Understandable since it's packed with students all day... but why not have it more active all the time, day and…
March 28, 2014
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Hamra & Verdun
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The Veuve Clicquot World’s Best Female Chef of 2014: Helena Rizzo
Helena Rizzo of Mani Restaurant, in São Paulo, Brazil has been named the 2014 Veuve Clicquot World’s Best Female Chef and will be honoured at The World’s 50 Best Restaurants Awards, sponsored by…
March 25, 2014
News
3D Printing Just Got a Little Tastier
Pastry chefs, restaurateurs and event planners and anyone who has a passion for the kitchen - rejoice! The future is here with ChefJet™, a series of 3D kitchen-ready printers for edibles. The first…
January 10, 2014
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2013: NoGarlicNoOnions Best of Lebanon
Some places are just special. In my case its love at first bite… restaurants I have visited in 2013 and bites I have tried and enjoyed so much. Some things just leave a long lasting taste…
January 03, 2014
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Lebanon
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2014: Some Predictions... Top Food Trends in Lebanon
Most people are going to be watching TV tonight to check out what fortune tellers foresee for Lebanon in the future. But no one will be mentioning anything about food, will they? I'm no fortune…
December 31, 2013
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Restaurants: Premium Service is Good For Your Customers
Good customer service gives us almost as much of a buzz as being reunited with an old friend or watching a favorite sports team head to victory, new research shows.
The Telegraph…
December 27, 2013
Contributors
Fed Up With the Lebanese Restaurant Culture
As Published on Beirutista Blog by Danielle Issa I never thought I’d say this, but frankly I've tired of the restaurant scene in Lebanon. It seems that this country has become enamored with…
November 21, 2013
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Lebanon
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Lebanon's Restaurant Industry is Shaking: The Wake Up Call!
I’m being asked lately which is my favourite restaurant, or "what in my opinion is the best restaurant in Lebanon" but unfortunately I don't have an answer to give. Each and every…
August 29, 2013
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Travel & Tourism
My Latest Trip to Paris: The Memoirs of a Traveler
I was listening to Eurovibes, a nice music selection produced by EuroNews, while waiting for flight AF561 to take off from Beirut to Paris... Enjoying some of my favorite tunes, I decided that on…
August 07, 2013
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Paris
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Disneyland Paris 20th Anniversary Celebrations
This year marks the 20th anniversary of Disneyland Paris. Known to celebrate their anniversaries with passion, colours and ongoing festivities, this wonderland is a place to come to this summer. But…
July 28, 2013
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Paris
La Bastide Saint Antoine: Famous Starred Chef Jacques Chibois
French Food | France Europe
July 24, 2013
French Food
La Bastide Saint Antoine: Famous Starred Chef Jacques Chibois
"You cannot come to the Cote D'Azur without trying Chef Jacques Chibois "unique cuisine", says my father-in-law... And he is right.
La Bastide Saint-Antoine in Grasse is surrounded by grounds…
July 24, 2013
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France