I have made it a point to take things a step further. This year was intense, in the sense there was so much to see, so much to discover and so much to enjoy and share, looking into the nitty gritty details of things. There's something special in many things I have tried this year, but I have sum up some of the ones I think you should enjoy, in case you still haven't done so yet. Join me on my trip to some of this country's amazing gems.
Zejd Extra virgin Olive Oil: An Old Know How, Using Modern Techniques I am happy every time I see a bottle of Zejd Olive Oil being used at a restaurant. If you read my reviews, you will notice that I always mention this brand whenever I see it. Zejd Olive Oil recently opened their first shop in Ashrafieh. Grabbing my camera, I decided to check out what’s »more…
I was recently invited along with some of Beirut’s finest wine amateurs for a wine tasting session at the Caves de Taillevent. Les Caves de Taillevent, which I have reviewed a couple of weeks ago, is one of my favorite wine cellars in town. At 8pm, we all gathered in the main room for an »more…
Christmas is coming, the goose is getting fat… Oh this good old Christmas rhyme makes me smile especially when I feel like the goose during the days that lead up to the festivities… Tasting some of the most amazing creations conceptualized locally, I’m in awe. A while ago I tried Pizza Cups and now that »more…
On June 3rd, NoGarlicNoOnions published the news about the Cronut… Which didn’t take long to be introduced in Lebanon, first by Casper&Gambini’s followed by The Four Seasons and La Cigale. On October 4th while going for lunch at Tavolina, my phone rang: “We, at The Four Seasons have a package for you. Can we meet »more…
Sometimes I come across a place, new or old, that seriously makes me love what I do. The Cupcakery is one of those places that make you want to come always – first it’s nice English feel is very welcoming and second, the Cupcakery is always working on developing new pastries that are truly mind »more…
A couple of months ago, I met an interesting man who recently opened a new kind of shop in Beirut solemnly based on passion. A passion, which has led him to the opening of a pastry shop offering desserts worth talking about. Intrigued, as I often am, I went down to Hamra to try Gustav »more…
Two days ago, while parking my car in front of The Gathering on rue Pasteur, a small sign caught my attention: “Nougat, Chocolate Attie” handwritten and coloured stuck on a closed shop with an arrow leading to the stairs. This sign surely doesn’t reflect what I discovered inside. I didn’t know anything about Attie or its »more…
“Mouhallabiya bakhara” as Fouad describes it since each and every batch is scented the authentic way with local “Bokhar”. Adding to that meske (musk) specially imported from Greece and homemade rose water. Yes, the world’s best Mouhallabiya with no close competition. Mehalabiya is a traditional Arabian dessert that is very popular during the Ramadan. This pudding is prepared with »more…
I truly doubt that all Lebanese people don’t know or have not heard of Hanna Mitri. The one and only Hanna Mitri known for his uniquely fresh ice cream, perfect Maamoul and arrogantly rude character. Following his steps is his son Mitri Hanna, the sole carrier of this legend’s recipes. I spent two whole hours »more…
My love for macarons is endless. These little cylindrically shaped bites carry a million stories of flavors and aromas. Honestly, I crave them from time to time, and when I do, I wouldn’t mind paying a small hefty amount for a quick bite that will quench my craving… Ladurée is one place I admire, for its »more…
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 may know this but Kababji’s unique sandwiches melt under your teeth. Although it’s expensive, Kababji’s signature sandwiches are prepared »more…
5793 pictures of food on Instagram and I’m still far from discovering the most minuscule food wonders in Lebanon and beyond. It’s a long journey and I am enjoying every bit of it… behind every picture is a story of passion and culinary wonders that I’ve experienced in Lebanon and abroad… Today and after eating »more…
Have you heard of Afendello? If you haven’t yet, you’re missing out on a lot and I will tell you why. You can take a minute. Perhaps you’re still pondering over the name – Afendello – as it sounds like something you know? Afende (Lebanese clementine), Limoncello, the Italian liqueur many are fascinated about…? Combine »more…
