Spotted Stories
Culture and Art: Launching of the Tripoli International Theater Festival including Arab and Foreign Participants
The Tiro Association for Arts (TAA) and the Istanbouli Theater announced the establishment of the Tripoli International Theater Festival’s second edition, taking place from August 28th, 2023,…
August 19, 2023
Mechwar Videos
"Tripoli Rising Chef" Cooking Show: Watch The Preparations and Four Episodes
Tripoli Rising Chef is the region’s first cooking show created to break barriers and renew bonds between different cultures of the same region. Which looks like a cooking show is, in fact, a…
Punto Alto: “Impressed” by the Food and the Portions Size! It’s Even Non-Smoking
American | Tripoli North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East
October 18, 2019
American
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
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Tripoli
Mechwar Videos
Touring Lebanon with Luke and Sabrina: Day 2 of 3 in Tripoli
AMAZING Lebanese Street Food in TRIPOLI, Lebanon with NoGarlicNoOnions
Lebanon Street Food (Beirut)
News
"La Licorne" Makes it to My Office: 7 Months of Hard Work
Created in El Mina, Tripoli, La Licorne in the hard work of thirty years old, Lebanese architect Ghassan Bakri. La Licorne (Unicorn), a replica of the ship from the Belgian comic Tintin,…
March 26, 2019
Travel & Tourism
Beit El Fann: Al Azm Cultural Center, El Mina Tripoli
AL AZM Cultural Center, Beit El Fann, is a cultural center located in the heart of El Mina in north Lebanon. One of the only venues of its kind in the area. The cultural center was granted the…
March 13, 2019
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Tripoli
Burger Square: A Tasty Street Food Burger in Tripoli
Burgers | Tripoli North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East
March 06, 2019
Burgers
Burger Square: A Tasty Street Food Burger in Tripoli
There’s a burger shop in Tripoli and it’s called Burger Square. One door shop, no music, simple decor, and an open kitchen, the fast-casual eatery sells a selection of burgers, hotdogs,…
March 06, 2019
| Restaurants
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Tripoli
News
Warche 13: A Cultural Cafe in El Mina Tripoli, Inviting For Exchange of Ideas
Tripoli is a city teeming with a strong Lebanese heritage and traditional Middle Eastern culture. Though it is best known for its richness in the old tradition, new concepts are quickly making…
March 06, 2019
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Tripoli
Mechwar Videos
Long Live Tripoli: The Ancient City of a Million Wonders
Tripoli (Trablos), 85 kilometers north of Beirut, has a special character all its own. Thanks to its historical wealth, relaxed lifestyle and thriving business climate, this is a city where…
Breakfast & Coffee
Traditional and Authentic: A Tasty Breakfast at Akra, Tripoli
In the heart of the old souk, a few meters away from the clock, Akra is a wonderful place and I'm happy we came here. Foul, hommos madkouk, foul bi thini, hommos lahme, malizia and
December 31, 2018
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Tripoli
Fifties’ Diner: American Style Restaurant in Tripoli
American | Tripoli North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East
November 04, 2018
American
Fifties’ Diner: American Style Restaurant in Tripoli
Fifties’ is your traditional American diner in the heart of Tripoli. I’ve been here in 2014 and now back, to check on the updates. The place feels like the diners of USA Route 66.…
Mechwar Videos
El Mina Tripoli; Traditional, Authentic and Vibrant
El-Mina, is a coastal independent town in Tripoli Northern Lebanon. El-Mina occupies the location of the old Phoenician city of
Tik Tak Abou Rami: Foul, Hummus, Fatteh and Positive Vibes in El Mina, Tripoli
Breakfast & Coffee | Tripoli North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East
January 29, 2018
Breakfast & Coffee
Tik Tak Abou Rami: Foul, Hummus, Fatteh and Positive Vibes in El Mina, Tripoli
I was recently indulging in an early morning tour around the tight streets of Tripoli and Mina. Foul and hummus is a daily ritual for all of us, and some of its cooked well, other times it's not.…
January 29, 2018
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Tripoli
Restaurants
Mike’s Pub: Happy Moments with Friends at El Mina, Tripoli
At the end of Mino, Al Mina’s nightlife hub, Mike’s Pub welcomes you for a drink with sweet music and a movie, enjoying the hidden side of this beautiful city. At Mike’s…
Via Mina Hotel: Luxury and Style in the Heart of North Lebanon
Hotels | Tripoli North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East
January 28, 2018
Hotels
Via Mina Hotel: Luxury and Style in the Heart of North Lebanon
Luxurious up to the standard of the Relais & Chateaux chain, classy precisely as you expect a five stars hotel to be, “Via Mina,” located in the vibrant quarters of Mina Tripoli is…
January 28, 2018
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Tripoli
Rawand: An Architectural Masterpiece Opens in Tripoli
International Cuisine | Tripoli North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East
December 20, 2017
International Cuisine
Rawand: An Architectural Masterpiece Opens in Tripoli
I felt transported the minute I walked in! A marvelous place, a huge structure, hundreds of thousands of dollars invested in creating an architectural masterpiece. Rawand is not something I was…
December 20, 2017
| Restaurants
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Tripoli
International Cuisine
Rassif Cafe and Restaurant, Tripoli
Owned by the same people as Rassif Mina, this restaurant is quickly gaining momentum in Tripoli as the place for morning coffee and a healthy meal. It opens at 7 a.m. for early risers and s
September 12, 2017
| Restaurants
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Tripoli
Restaurant 46: Iftar in Tripoli
Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Tripoli North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East
June 22, 2017
Lebanese/Middle Eastern
Restaurant 46: Iftar in Tripoli
Open in 1946, "46" is a famous place nestled on El Mina's sea road facing the beautiful Mediterranean. A casual restaurant serving international and Italian cuisine, it offers something complementary…
June 22, 2017
| Restaurants
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Tripoli
Events
Changing the World's View... Uniting Lebanon... From Tripoli!
We're halfway through Lebanon's most challenging and exciting event: Souk el Akel, Ramadan Edition, at KHAN EL ASKAR.
Pounding with colors, life and happiness, Souk el Akel, Ramadan Edition, at KHAN…
News
The Beautiful "Khan el Askar" in Colors
Khan al Askar, Caravanserai of Soldiers, also known as Khan al Asra, Caravanserai of Hostages and Khan al Hareer, Caravanserai of Silk, was built in Tripoli in the 13th Century to serve as a garrison…
June 12, 2017
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Tripoli
Events
Are You Ready Lebanon? Celebrate Life and Happiness in Tripoli!
This season, celebrate with Souk el Akel 10 unforgettable nights in Tripoli. It's your chance to discover the beautiful old souks of Tripoli, Lebanon's second biggest city.…
Events
10 Days of Entertainment and Festivities: Celebrate Ramadan in Tripoli
Program of events from the 9th until the 18th of June.
This season, celebrate with Souk el Akel 10 unforgettable nights in Tripoli.
Events
This Year, Ramadan is Different: You are Going to Tripoli!
This season, celebrate with Souk el Akel 10 unforgettable nights in Tripoli. It's your chance to discover the old souks, the beautiful souks of Tripoli, Lebanon;s second biggest city.…
Events
Discover Tripoli's Old Souks and Live the Ramadan Spirit
This season, celebrate with Souk el Akel 10 unforgettable nights in Tripoli. It's your chance to discover the old souks, the beautiful souks of Tripoli, Lebanon;s second biggest city.…
News
Celebrate Ramadan in Tripoli with Souk el Akel
This season, celebrate with Souk el Akel 10 unforgettable nights in Tripoli. It's your chance to discover the old souks, the beautiful souks of Tripoli, Lebanon;s second biggest city.…
May 30, 2017
| Souk el Akel
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Tripoli
Desserts & Sweets
There's One Address for Kashta Desserts: Tripoli
Ashta has one address and that is Tripoli. One of my favorite places is Abdul Rahman Hallab. Despite the fact it's opening shops all around Lebanon, going all the way to the mother city to properly…
April 23, 2017
| Ice Cream & Gelato
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Tripoli
Events
Souk el Akel: Balamand Spring Festival 2017
Rocking the north with an unforgettable event, join us at Balamand Koura Campus for a day of unforgettable fun...
March 24, 2017
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Al Shater Hassan Palace: Good Service, But Not Great Food!
Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Tripoli North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East
December 24, 2016
Lebanese/Middle Eastern
Al Shater Hassan Palace: Good Service, But Not Great Food!
Nestled on a hill in Rass Masqa, just outside Tripoli, is Al Shater Hassan, a restaurant many have been talking about for years. Al Shater Hassan is considered to be one of the North’s…
December 24, 2016
| Restaurants
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Tripoli
Events
Souk El Akel's Special Edition: Christmas In Tripoli
Souk el Akel proudly comes to Tripoli, our Northern jewel. From December 15 to 22, Souk el Akel will be participating in the "End of Year Festivities" organized by "Indeed Better Together", a…
Events
Souk el Akel: We're in Tripoli for the Holidays
Christmas 2016 in Lebanon is on fire... in literally every corner of the country.
After Souk el Akel's huge
December 13, 2016
| Souk el Akel
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Tripoli
Events
Souk el Akel in Tripoli: Celebrating End-Of-Year Festivities
Christmas 2016 in Lebanon is on fire... in literally every corner of the country. Join the end of the year festivities in Tripoli and have lots of fun, listen to music, dance to live concerts, ice…
December 04, 2016
| Souk el Akel
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Tripoli
News
Create More Memories with Dad: NGNO's Ideas
Father's Day is on June 21, but how about you plan some fun things to do with your dad this whole coming week... If you both enjoy a good bite let's take you on a food tour to enjoy - no dieting is…
Mechwar Videos
Long Live Tripoli: NoGarlicNoOnions Food Trail
This morning like every weekend for the last two months, we go to Tripoli; this tour is special because we are joined by a journalist from Reuters. The Foodie's trail, an initiative by…
May 29, 2016
| Travel & Tourism
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Tripoli
News
عشاق الطعام يتذوقون أطباقا تقليدية في جولة بطرابلس لبنان
NoGarlicNoOnions foodie's trail makes it on the international news. Join the movement!
Akhbar Al An News:
News
Visit Tripoli Like a Foodie: Live Love Tripoli!
Driven by our love of Lebanon and her hidden corners, and inspired by NGNO, The Foodie’s Trail is a range of special tours around the country. Unlike anything on the market these tours allow…
May 09, 2016
| Travel & Tourism
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Tripoli
Street Food
Malak el Abawat: Fawaregh and Kroush in Tripoli
Newly opened in Tripoli, Malak el Abawat is a small restaurant that sells freshly prepared Fawaregh, Kroush, Rass Nifa, Nkha3 and Kabawat, hence the name Abwat that means intestines and the…
May 09, 2016
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Tripoli
News
Tripoli: The Foodie’s Trail - Book Your Tour Today
Driven by our love of Lebanon and her hidden corners, and inspired by NGNO, The Foodie’s Trail is a range of special tours around the country. Unlike anything on the market these tours allow…
Mechwar Videos
Touring Tripoli's Old Souk: Discover the Wonders of North Lebanon
Follow my steps for a day, touring Tripoli's old Souk.
08:00 Coffee
08:05 Kharnoub Drinks
08:10 Akra
08:35 Haddad
08:45 Dabbousi Moghrabiyeh sandwich
09:05 Hammam el…
February 23, 2016
| Travel & Tourism
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Tripoli
Fish & Seafood
Al Sayad: Tripoli's Famous Fish Sandwiches
Half a century old, Al Sayad sits a few meters after the Groupy roundabout in Al Mina, Tripoli. Come meet Ayoub Nakhle, the owner, who welcomes you to his little heaven.
August 03, 2015
| Sandwiches
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Tripoli
Breakfast & Coffee
Abou Rabih: A Non Touristic Breakfast Place in Tripoli
Hidden inside the streets of Zahriyyeh, Tripoli is a place called Abou Rabih. Far from tourists’ eyes, Abou Rabih sells his old style preparations for the accustomed clientele.
July 17, 2015
| Street Food
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Tripoli
Mechwar Videos
Tripoli: The City of Wonders
The day I fell in love with a city, two videos will make you reconsider some of your thoughts... #LiveLoveTripoli, #LiveLoveLebanon
TRIPOLI Day 1
July 12, 2015
| Travel & Tourism
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Tripoli
Breakfast & Coffee
TicTac Abou Rami: Al Mina's Favorite Foul
I was recently indulging in an early morning tour around the tight streets of Tripoli and Mina. Foul and hummus is a daily ritual for all of us, and some of its cooked well, other times it's not.…
June 25, 2015
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Tripoli
Sa7Se7: The Address for a Get Together in Tripoli
International Cuisine | Tripoli North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East
June 20, 2015
International Cuisine
Sa7Se7: The Address for a Get Together in Tripoli
Sa7Se7, located in the heart of the Tripoli’s restaurants district is popular among people who enjoy some good American style food in an oriental touched space. Located on the right side of…
June 20, 2015
| Restaurants
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Tripoli
Baytna Tripoli: Good Food, Great Sweets... An Interesting Place
Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Tripoli North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East
June 20, 2015
Lebanese/Middle Eastern
Baytna Tripoli: Good Food, Great Sweets... An Interesting Place
In Tripoli there is a street many come from Beirut to visit, a street called 32 or Damm w Farez. I've been here before to try Fifties Diner and now I was back to try a Lebanese restaurant…
June 20, 2015
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Tripoli
Breakfast & Coffee
Al Danoun, Tripoli: Serving Breakfast Since 1950
Many say Al Danoun is the best in Tripoli. Opened in 1950 the place has been serving hungry Tripolitans ever since. Al Danoun sits next to the fortress facing Abou Ali River. Under the stone…
June 18, 2015
| Street Food
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Tripoli
News
Happy Hummus Day: Travel Around Lebanon and Taste Some of the Finest Hummos
Happy Hummos Day NGNO'ers.. Hope you're enjoying one of Lebanon's favorite dishes today and everyday... May 13 marks this special day worldwide as this delicious dish gets international…
May 13, 2015
| Spotted Stories
Tasty Discoveries
My Latest Discovery: Taqa Endurance Snack Bars
In this review, I didn't just try the Taqa Bars but plunged into the details of their production, and believe me when I tell you how everything is clean, clear, healthy, natural and handmade.
February 02, 2015
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Lebanon
Bread & Bakeries
A Recommended Discovery: Bread Basket
Eight AM, an early morning start in the Northern capital of country, a city I'm in love with. For a while, fate hasn't been allowing me to plan a trip there for an episode… but against all…
January 28, 2015
| Tasty Discoveries
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Tripoli
Tasty Discoveries
All the Way to Tripoli for "Znoud el Set" from Abdelrahman Hallab
When I was a kid, I remember going all the way with my parents to Tripoli for Lebanese sweets, they used to say they were the best. Since then I’ve known that you can't visit or pass through…
January 23, 2015
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Tripoli
Desserts & Sweets
Nouh Al Haddad: The One and Only "Halawat el Shmeisseh"
What a morning! I arrived to Tripoli unprepared and without any particular place to visit. One place after the other, I found myself discovering the oldest and finest the Northern capital has to…
June 16, 2014
| Tasty Discoveries
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Tripoli