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My Favorite Falafel (No Garlic, No Onions) Can Be Found in Kousba: Robert Sadat

Recommended | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

August 24, 2020

My Favorite Falafel (No Garlic, No Onions) Can Be Found in Kousba: Robert Sadat

A unique handmade bread from the village, no garlic and no onions, falafel at Robert Sadat are "light", not complicated, and straightforward yet fulfilling. Yes, no garlic and no onions; have a…

August 24, 2020 | Restaurants | North Lebanon

Assad el Baher: Tasty Homey Seafood in Anfeh. Cooking with Yvonne

Fish & Seafood | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

August 21, 2020

Assad el Baher: Tasty Homey Seafood in Anfeh. Cooking with Yvonne

Usually enjoying good food in a touristic destination is not easy to find; “Assad el Baher” changed the rule by serving a delicious homey cuisine on the waterfront down at Ta7et el Ri7.…

August 21, 2020 | Recommended | North Lebanon

Traditional Authentic Breakfast with “Em Awtel” in Ehden. Taste "Em Awtel Lasagna Manoucheh"

Breakfast & Coffee | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

June 12, 2020

Traditional Authentic Breakfast with “Em Awtel” in Ehden. Taste "Em Awtel Lasagna Manoucheh"

Her name is Em Awtel and she prepares delicious manakish and traditional food up on the mountains in Ehden. A coup de Coeur since the first visit, I've been visiting the family regularly, to spend…

June 12, 2020 | Recommended | North Lebanon

Historical Deir Saydet El Natour, the Blue Sea, the Salt Mills of Anfeh

Mechwar Videos | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

June 05, 2020

Historical Deir Saydet El Natour, the Blue Sea, the Salt Mills of Anfeh

يعتبر دير "سيّدة الناطور" من الأديرة الارثوذكسيّة المهمّة في الشمال، وتحديداً في أبرشية طرابلس والكورة وتوابعها للروم الارثوذكس. موقعه في منطقة الحريشة - أنفه على شاطئ البحر بين جامعة البلمند شمالاً…

June 05, 2020 | Travel & Tourism | North Lebanon

Bassam from Mechmech: Positivity and Inspirations! A Video Interview

Breakfast & Coffee | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

May 23, 2020

Bassam from Mechmech: Positivity and Inspirations! A Video Interview

Meet Bassam, an inspiration! He spreads happiness and talks about the true meaning of life. Watch the video and learn. Talbita Market and Breakfast Mechmech, Lebanon https://goo.gl/maps/cCNCR4C5d

May 23, 2020 | Mechwar Videos | North Lebanon

Visit Batroun, North Lebanon: Enjoy Interesting Videos

Mechwar Videos | Batroun North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

North Lebanon

April 07, 2020

Visit Batroun, North Lebanon: Enjoy Interesting Videos

A coastal Lebanese city, located 50 km north of the capital Beirut, and 29 km south of Tripoli, Batroun is the official center of its caza with a population of around 20,000.Due to its distinguished…

April 07, 2020 | Travel & Tourism | Batroun

Visit Rashiine: Lebanon's Last Traditional Flour Mill in Operation

Mechwar Videos | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

March 27, 2020

Visit Rashiine: Lebanon's Last Traditional Flour Mill in Operation

Rachiine, Rachaaine, (Arabic: رشعين‎) is a village

March 27, 2020 | Travel & Tourism | North Lebanon

Miziara: A Unique Village on Top of the Mountain

Mechwar Videos | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

January 19, 2020

Miziara: A Unique Village on Top of the Mountain

Miziara (known also as Meziara, Arabic: مزيارة) is a town located in the Zgharta District in the North Governorate of Lebanon. The village is home to Our Lady of Miziara, Mother of Mercies, St Elias…

January 19, 2020 | Travel & Tourism | North Lebanon

Discover Chabtine: A Beautiful and Peaceful Village in Batroun

Mechwar Videos | Batroun North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

North Lebanon

January 17, 2020

Discover Chabtine: A Beautiful and Peaceful Village in Batroun

January 17, 2020 | Travel & Tourism | Batroun

Bsharri, The Cedars: The First Snow. Beautiful Photos and Adventure

Mechwar Videos | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

January 14, 2020

Bsharri, The Cedars: The First Snow. Beautiful Photos and Adventure

Bsharri (Arabic: بشري‎ Bšarrī; Syriac-Aramaic: ܒܫܪܝ; also Romanized Becharre, Bcharre, Bsharre) is a town at an altitude of about 1,450 m (4,760 ft) to 3,088 m (10,131 ft). It is located…

January 14, 2020 | Travel & Tourism | North Lebanon

HAMAT: The Green Valley, The Sea View and Lady of Nourieh (Watch the Video)

Mechwar Videos | Batroun North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

North Lebanon

November 21, 2019

HAMAT: The Green Valley, The Sea View and Lady of Nourieh (Watch the Video)

Hamat is a village in Lebanon. It is located 287 meters atop the historic cape of Theoprosopon. It is home to the historic shrine and monastery of Our Lady of Nourieh. The village is also home to…

November 21, 2019 | Travel & Tourism | Batroun

"Tripoli Rising Chef" Cooking Show: Watch The Preparations and Four Episodes

Mechwar Videos | Tripoli North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

North Lebanon

November 04, 2019

"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…

November 04, 2019 | News | Tripoli

Maison Bleue Guesthouse, Mazraat el Touffah: A Relaxation Retreat Up North

Hotels | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

October 21, 2019

Maison Bleue Guesthouse, Mazraat el Touffah: A Relaxation Retreat Up North

Maison Bleue is an anthology of colors and flavors in the heart of the massive green pines and cedar trees of the mountains near Ehden and the holy valley of Qannoubine. Located 900 meters above…

October 21, 2019 | Reviews | North Lebanon

Punto Alto: “Impressed” by the Food and the Portions Size! It’s Even Non-Smoking

American | Tripoli North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

North Lebanon

October 18, 2019

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 | Tripoli

Casa de Thoum: I Loved the Room, the Bed, the Guesthouse and Tasty Breakfast

Hotels | Batroun North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

North Lebanon

September 03, 2019

Casa de Thoum: I Loved the Room, the Bed, the Guesthouse and Tasty Breakfast

I've been places, toured around Lebanon, visited dozens of guesthouses and this one makes it on the TOP5 list. One of the best and most enjoyable stays to date, Casa de Thoum will offer you and…

September 03, 2019 | Recommended | Batroun

Touring Lebanon with Luke and Sabrina: Day 2 of 3 in Tripoli

Mechwar Videos | Tripoli North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

North Lebanon

September 02, 2019

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)

September 02, 2019 | Popular | Tripoli

Beit Mirna Guesthouse: Your Home Away from Home in Ehden

Hotels | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

September 02, 2019

Beit Mirna Guesthouse: Your Home Away from Home in Ehden

Situated in Ehden, 6 km from Horsh Ehden Nature Reserve, Beit Mirna is your destination for a tranquil and peaceful getaway surrounded by the green virgin nature.

September 02, 2019 | Recommended | North Lebanon

The VIllage of Thoum: Authentic and Festive, Gate to North Lebanon

Mechwar Videos | Batroun North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

North Lebanon

July 27, 2019

The VIllage of Thoum: Authentic and Festive, Gate to North Lebanon

Thoum: The first coastal village we enter from the southern part of North Lebanon Department via the area known as “Al-Madfoun”. It is 5 km distant from Batroun City. It stretched from…

July 27, 2019 | Travel & Tourism | Batroun

Sports Activities on the Beach at "Sayf Chekka 2019"

Events | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

July 26, 2019

Sports Activities on the Beach at "Sayf Chekka 2019"

Sayf Chekka is a traditional sports event, goes back to the '30s. It aims to bring all the city people together is a series o

July 26, 2019 | News | North Lebanon

Babel Bahr Amchit: Lebanese Seafood with a Modern Twist

Fish & Seafood | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

July 13, 2019

Babel Bahr Amchit: Lebanese Seafood with a Modern Twist

Yes, an impressive lighthouse with a unique grandiose setup nestled on Amchit's seashores. It will attract your attention from several kilometers away. Reach Amchit, and then take the sea road to…

July 13, 2019 | Lebanese/Middle Eastern | North Lebanon

San Stephano Del Mar Restaurant: Gourmet Seafood in Batroun

Fish & Seafood | Batroun North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

North Lebanon

May 15, 2019

San Stephano Del Mar Restaurant: Gourmet Seafood in Batroun

Nestled on Batroun’s seashore, San Stephano beach resort is known locally for its private, sandy beach, outdoor wedding venue and its fish restaurant, which offers a wide selection of freshly…

May 15, 2019 | Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Batroun

The Last Snow of the Season Up North Lebanon: Visiting my Heroes

Mechwar Videos | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

May 15, 2019

The Last Snow of the Season Up North Lebanon: Visiting my Heroes

Lebanon through the eyes of a passionate and curious foodie! Mechwar is a popular television segment on MTV Lebanon, Mechwar takes the form of a 20-minute show that takes viewers across…

May 15, 2019 | Travel & Tourism | North Lebanon

Lounge 36: Good Food and Pleasant Vibes in Kousba

International Cuisine | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

May 09, 2019

Lounge 36: Good Food and Pleasant Vibes in Kousba

The first time I visited Lounge 36, I was taken by a storm; Charly walked in, offered me a cigar and a handful of food choices... I ended up forgetting to write a review. I loved the experience;…

May 09, 2019 | Recommended | North Lebanon

Visit the Village of Ebrine, Batroun: A Video Review

Mechwar Videos | Batroun North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

North Lebanon

April 25, 2019

Visit the Village of Ebrine, Batroun: A Video Review

Aabrine (عبرين) is a Lebanese local authority which is located in Batroun District (Qada'a), an administrative division of North Lebanon Governorate(Mohafazah). The municipality is a mem

April 25, 2019 | Travel & Tourism | Batroun

Y the Chocolate: Now Open in Anfeh

Chocolate | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

March 26, 2019

Y the Chocolate: Now Open in Anfeh

Endless choices and chocolate creations made especially for you: Y the Chocolate is the latest trendy chocolatier to open in Anfeh. I fell in love with their chocolates from the first…

March 26, 2019 | Desserts & Sweets | North Lebanon

Visit Batroun: Watch our Exciting Mechwar Episode!

Mechwar Videos | Batroun North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

North Lebanon

March 24, 2019

Visit Batroun: Watch our Exciting Mechwar Episode!

Batroun is a major tourist destination in North Lebanon. The town boasts historic Roman Catholic and

March 24, 2019 | Travel & Tourism | Batroun

Mechwar to The Cedars of God: Winter Adventure and Discoveries

Mechwar Videos | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

March 24, 2019

Mechwar to The Cedars of God: Winter Adventure and Discoveries

The Cedars of God (Arabic: أرز الربّ‎ Arz ar-Rabb "Cedars of the Lord") is one of the last vestiges of the extensive forests of the Lebanon cedar, that once thrived across Mount Lebanon in…

March 24, 2019 | Travel & Tourism | North Lebanon

Walking Batroun With the Girl Scouts

Mechwar Videos | Batroun North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

North Lebanon

March 22, 2019

Walking Batroun With the Girl Scouts

A coastal Lebanese city, located 50 km north of the capital Beirut, and 29 km south of Tripoli, Batroun is the official center of its caza with a population of around 20,000. Due to its distinguished…

March 22, 2019 | Travel & Tourism | Batroun

La Maison du Maquis: A Guesthouse in Ebrine

Hotels | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

March 14, 2019

Hotels

La Maison du Maquis: A Guesthouse in Ebrine

Spacious villa and wrapped with a climbing plant; The whole surrounded by a fence and neighboring the magnificent maquis that extends to the sea...

March 14, 2019 | Travel & Tourism | North Lebanon

Villa Paradiso Hotel Batroun: I Love it Here!

Hotels | Batroun North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

North Lebanon

March 14, 2019

Hotels

Villa Paradiso Hotel Batroun: I Love it Here!

Whether you're in the mood for eggs, manakish, dairy, homemade jams or a fruit parfait, at Villa Paradiso you start your day off right with a delicious breakfast made with fresh and organic…

March 14, 2019 | Travel & Tourism | Batroun

Beit El Fann: Al Azm Cultural Center, El Mina Tripoli

Travel & Tourism | Tripoli North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

North Lebanon

March 13, 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 | Tripoli

Nabu Museum, El Heri

Travel & Tourism | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

March 13, 2019

Travel & Tourism

Nabu Museum, El Heri

Situated on the coast of the Mediterranean, at the village of El-Heri, in Ras Al Shaqa’, in the North of Lebanon stands the Nabu Museum. Named after the Mesopotamian patron god of literacy, the…

March 13, 2019 | North Lebanon

Hatbe W Nar Kobayat: House of Traditional Tannour bread and Horizontal Shawarma

Breakfast & Coffee | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

March 13, 2019

Breakfast & Coffee

Hatbe W Nar Kobayat: House of Traditional Tannour bread and Horizontal Shawarma

I do drive all the way from Beirut to Enjoy Tony’s superb tannour bread and exceptional wood-fire shawarma wraps. At the entrance of Kibayat, Akkar’s jewel village, Tony welcomes you with…

March 13, 2019 | Restaurants | North Lebanon

Burger Square: A Tasty Street Food Burger in Tripoli

Burgers | Tripoli North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

North Lebanon

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 | Tripoli

Warche 13: A Cultural Cafe in El Mina Tripoli, Inviting For Exchange of Ideas

News | Tripoli North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

North Lebanon

March 06, 2019

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 | Tripoli

Khan el Saboun: An Eco Village in Koura

News | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

March 06, 2019

News

Khan el Saboun: An Eco Village in Koura

The Eco-village includes large areas dedicated to organic plantations of various types of medicinal plants such as rosemary, lavender, and lemongrass used in the production of oils and soaps. A…

March 06, 2019 | Travel & Tourism | North Lebanon

Bistr’eau: Happiness Guaranteed. Seafood Cuisine in Batroun!

Fish & Seafood | Batroun North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

North Lebanon

March 06, 2019

Fish & Seafood

Bistr’eau: Happiness Guaranteed. Seafood Cuisine in Batroun!

On my last episode to Batroun, one restaurant caught my attention; “Bistr’eau”. Bistr’eau, a restaurant on Batroun’s waterfront promises a fine culinary experience with…

March 06, 2019 | Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Batroun

Pizza Charbel Touma; Homemade With Love in Hasroun

Pizza | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

March 03, 2019

Pizza

Pizza Charbel Touma; Homemade With Love in Hasroun

Charbel used to have a container on Hasroun's main road and now moved to the first floor of an old house. Imagine a pizza that's 50 centimeters in diameter. A pizza dough that's cooked on both…

March 03, 2019 | Popular | North Lebanon

Le Cedrus Hotel: An Enjoyable Stay and Good Food up in the Cedars

Hotels | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

February 25, 2019

Hotels

Le Cedrus Hotel: An Enjoyable Stay and Good Food up in the Cedars

It’s my second time at Le Cedrus, enjoying it more and more every visit. After visiting in August during the summer season, I’m back to discover the Cedars during wintertime. Up in…

February 25, 2019 | Reviews | North Lebanon

Lunch at Ixsir: Calm and Good Wine!

International Cuisine | Batroun North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

North Lebanon

February 25, 2019

International Cuisine

Lunch at Ixsir: Calm and Good Wine!

Handled by Nicolas Audi, Ixsir welcomes you for lunch, especially on a Sunday. Drive up to Basbina, enjoy the beautiful scenery, sip a glass of wine, walk around the trees and taste Nicolas…

February 25, 2019 | Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Batroun

Gerge el Dayaa: A Memorable Seafood Experience in Anfeh. A Must Try!

Fish & Seafood | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

February 06, 2019

Fish & Seafood

Gerge el Dayaa: A Memorable Seafood Experience in Anfeh. A Must Try!

Gerge el Dayaa is a seafood restaurant up by the shore in Anfeh. The old blue house with its glass facade is located by the salt factory, next to Marina del Sol on the seaside road. Georges, his wife…

February 06, 2019 | Recommended | North Lebanon

Samarula: The Coolest Food Truck up in the Cedars

Reviews | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

January 13, 2019

Reviews

Samarula: The Coolest Food Truck up in the Cedars

There's a food truck in The Cedars, painted in purple and where great crepes and manakish are served. Samarula is a must try for the vibes, the view, and the food. Drive up and meet Samar.

January 13, 2019 | Street Food | North Lebanon

Long Live Tripoli: The Ancient City of a Million Wonders

Mechwar Videos | Tripoli North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

North Lebanon

January 13, 2019

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…

January 13, 2019 | News | Tripoli

Traditional and Authentic: A Tasty Breakfast at Akra, Tripoli

Breakfast & Coffee | Tripoli North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

North Lebanon

December 31, 2018

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 | Tripoli

Dede Gourmet Bakery Kousba: Where Passion is Translated into Breakfast

Bread & Bakeries | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

December 25, 2018

Bread & Bakeries

Dede Gourmet Bakery Kousba: Where Passion is Translated into Breakfast

She welcomes, she greets, asks for the order and makes sure it’s prepared with love. Every tomato is washed, every cucumber is carefully cut... zaatar is spread, and cheese is layered…

December 25, 2018 | Lebanese/Middle Eastern | North Lebanon

White Cedar Hotel, Al Arz

Hotels | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

December 05, 2018

Hotels

White Cedar Hotel, Al Arz

Located in the village of Becharry, White Cedar Hotel and Resort features a panoramic view over the Cedars Forest and Valley. It offers a breakfast buffet every morning, ski equipment for rent and a…

December 05, 2018 | Travel & Tourism | North Lebanon

Fifties’ Diner: American Style Restaurant in Tripoli

American | Tripoli North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

North Lebanon

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.…

November 04, 2018 | Burgers | Tripoli

Mhanna Sur Mer is Excellent! One of My Favorite Lebanese Fish Restaurants

Fish & Seafood | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

November 04, 2018

Fish & Seafood

Mhanna Sur Mer is Excellent! One of My Favorite Lebanese Fish Restaurants

Mhanna Sur Mer is one of my favorite Lebanese/Seafood restaurants for as long as I can remember. It has been an address I head down to year after year to enjoy some good and tasty local cuisine by…

November 04, 2018 | Lebanese/Middle Eastern | North Lebanon

Akkar, A Beautiful Governorate Up North: The Jewel of Lebanon

Mechwar Videos | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

October 28, 2018

Mechwar Videos

Akkar, A Beautiful Governorate Up North: The Jewel of Lebanon

Akkar Governorate (Arabic: محافظة عكار‎) is the northernmost

October 28, 2018 | Popular | North Lebanon