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Enab: Surround Yourself with Unique Details
In the heart of Mar Mikhael is an old Lebanese house, modernized in a way that caters to the needs of the latest trends around. Take the old stairway that leads you up to the restaurant’s entrance,...
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Babel Bay: Your Reason to Visit the Zaitunay Waterfront
In 2011 when Zaitunay Bay first launched they said we would “embark on a journey of tastes that take you into a savory world of temptations, embracing culture and flavor.” They described all the...
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Restaurant Bilad E Cham, Mazafran: The Worst Lebanese Restaurant on Earth
I’m in Algeria this weekend… We took a 20-minute drive from Alger’s center to reach the touristic compound of Mazafran. That is where the Safir Hotel is located. A restaurant that is supposed to be one...
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My Latest Discovery: A Tasty Lebanese Mankoushe in the Heart of Paris
I landed in Paris at 2pm. My friend came to pick me up from the airport. He had a plan. He said he was not taking me home just yet… As we drove out of the airport to an unknown destination, he looked...
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A New Revolution: Kababji’s Franji Sandwiches
I believe that everything happens for a reason. Returning from a TV interview with DMTV Dubai, my friend and I decided to stop by Kababji to grab a couple sandwiches, but not any sandwiches. Not many...
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Tawlet’s BBQ Saturdays – A Must Try
This might be my fourth review about Tawlet, but I couldn’t resist sharing yet another great experience. At Tawlet, everything is just outstanding, starting with the place itself, its ambiance, its...
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I Love Tawlet… Was Opening at Night a Good Idea?
Tawlet bel Leil is a new concept launched at my favorite Tawlet in Mar Mikhael. It felt weird walking into Tawlet (table in Arabic) to see the main ‘star table’ empty. It was weird to walk into Tawlet...
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What’s Greater than Lebanon…
“Lebnan ya Ot3it Sama” I love my country, as much as I travel and experience the world’s beauty and wonders, I crave coming back to my home town. Why? With all its chaos, drama, ups and downs, there...
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Batchig: Sealed with a Kiss of Flavours and Colours
Batchig means a kiss in the Armenian language – a kiss which at this new restaurant comes with a thousand colors, flavors and aromas. Batchig by Mayrig is a new concept serving regional Levantine...
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Attention Sushi Restaurants: The Ugly Green Cheap Plastic Leaves are a Big NO...
I really don’t know how many Japanese restaurants are open today in Lebanon, do you? More than 15 years ago, a couple of sushi places popped out and since then things have gotten out of control. There...
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Chez Sofia, A Lebanese Restaurant in Paris
While in Paris, I must admit that I had so many burgers – enough I think, especially that I better watch my cholesterol level. On a sunny Sunday, I gathered six of my French friends and took them to a...
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Fadel, Naas Bickfaya: The Huge Deception!
Recently, after one of my friends published an article about a deceiving experience at Fadel’s, many comments followed condemning the place. Are they really talking about Fadel? The famous Fadel? Has...
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Batchig: A Sunday Family Gathering we all Enjoyed
The last time I tried Batchig was just a few weeks ago, and since then I have been counting the minutes to come to this place again. I have been reliving the flavours and tastes of their various dishes...
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Babel Bahr: A New Lighthouse Illuminates Amchit
Babel Bahr, a new name added to the family of Babel restaurants across Lebanon. I think by now many of you have already encountered my infatuation and appreciation towards Babel Restaurant. I have been...
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Abou Jihad: Serving Premium Lebanese Meat & Mezze Since 1962
For half a century Abou Jihad still stands strong in Jaledib. Just saying half a century alone makes you realize how authentically professional Abou Jihad is…otherwise it would have collapsed decades...
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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 restaurant has a...
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MEA Airlines New “Lounge C” at Beirut International Airport
We have been accustomed to the famous Cedar Lounge while traveling out of Lebanon. Located on the first floor of the airport, this lounge welcomes First and Business Class travelers. But this has...
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We Have the Right to Choose!
Lebanese have been know to live as free birds… I am not saying that this is often a good thing but this is how we are – call it chaos, but I like to call it ‘freedom’ – it makes any situation look...
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Hotel Central: Homemade Sunday Buffet to Enjoy with the Family
Up in the mountains of Metn is a small hotel known to offer a rich homemade buffet every Sunday for lunch during the summer season. Hotel New Central, owned and managed by the Kiame family, is one of...
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Nasma Opens in Beirut City Center
The Terrace at Beirut City Centre is truly a site to see. A number of restaurants, some of which we are familiar, while others are totally new concepts to the country…More restaurants are opening and...
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