What Makes Boutique Hotels Unique?

Hotels

October 22, 2024

Hotels

What Makes Boutique Hotels Unique?

Boutique hotels offer a distinctive charm and character that sets them apart from traditional lodging options. Their unique attributes attract travelers seeking personalized experiences and a touch…

October 22, 2024 | Travel & Tourism

The Evolution of Food Criticism: From Newspapers to Digital Platforms

News

May 12, 2024

News

The Evolution of Food Criticism: From Newspapers to Digital Platforms

The history of food criticism in newspapers Food criticism in newspapers has a long and rich history. It started in the 19th century when newspapers began featuring food columns to discuss the…

May 12, 2024

Three Days in Istanbul: 18 "Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner" Restaurant Experiences to Try

Popular | Istanbul Turkey Middle East

Turkey

September 23, 2019

Popular

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 | Recommended | Istanbul

Copenhagen, Denmark: Discovering a New City. My Travel Notes

Reviews | Copenhagen Europe

Europe

March 18, 2019

Reviews

Copenhagen, Denmark: Discovering a New City. My Travel Notes

I’ve been dreaming of traveling to Denmark for so long! I’ve dreamt of discovering this new city and having lunch at Noma. It’s finally happening; I’m taking the next Middle…

March 18, 2019 | Travel & Tourism | Copenhagen

Back to Baron: Food is Good!

International Cuisine | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

March 14, 2019

International Cuisine

Back to Baron: Food is Good!

Back to this magical restaurant called Baron. I’ve been here not so long ago, leaving amazed and astonished by the food and ambiance. Casual, uncomplicated, simple yet gourmet and upscale;…

March 14, 2019 | Restaurants | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael

New Shanghai: A Beautiful Place Serving Good Asian Food

Asian & Chinese | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East

UAE

November 23, 2018

Asian & Chinese

New Shanghai: A Beautiful Place Serving Good Asian Food

Serving New Shanghai cuisine imported directly from Asia, the restaurant owned by the Lebanese Azadea group is a masterpiece of architecture and design. Amazingly created, the long corridor takes you…

November 23, 2018 | Restaurants | Dubai

Zuruni: Tasty Lebanese Food with a Touch of Style. Try the Desserts

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

September 08, 2018

Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Zuruni: Tasty Lebanese Food with a Touch of Style. Try the Desserts

Second time at Zuruni, the Lebanese restaurant open next to Aishti on the seaside. I loved Zuruni’s food the first time, and here I come again to experience what this beautiful place has to…

September 08, 2018 | Restaurants | Metn

Tomo: Exceptional Japanese Flavors in Dubai

Japanese & Sushi | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East

UAE

March 06, 2018

Japanese & Sushi

Tomo: Exceptional Japanese Flavors in Dubai

An authentic Japanese restaurant promoting Japanese culture and food in the Middle East. Over the last three decades, Partner Chef Takahashi with his team of skilled chefs from Japan has gained an…

March 06, 2018 | Recommended | Dubai

Rustic Table: Saturday Brunch at the Bar

Breakfast & Coffee | New York USA Americas

USA

November 04, 2017

Breakfast & Coffee

Rustic Table: Saturday Brunch at the Bar

Rustic, as the name suggests, with old decor, lots of metal, ropes, wood and boxes in a small setup around an open kitchen and bar. Sitting at the bar, I enjoyed a special experience with the…

November 04, 2017 | Restaurants | New York

The New "NoGarlicNoOnions" Application, Now for Android and iPhone

News

September 03, 2017

News

The New "NoGarlicNoOnions" Application, Now for Android and iPhone

Add some flavour to your iPhones and Androids with NGNO's new App now available on the Apple Store. Yes, you heard right... we're now available on App Store, download our app free of charge and…

September 03, 2017 | Popular

10 Favorite Spots: Where to Stay and Eat in London

News | London UK Europe

UK

August 27, 2017

News

10 Favorite Spots: Where to Stay and Eat in London

London... An iconic city, majestic if I may say, where class and luxury await, the city of charm and history. I've been to London five times already searching for the best food destinations and…

August 27, 2017 | Popular | London

A Calm and Enjoyable Dinner in Achrafieh

French Food | Achrafieh Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

August 22, 2017

French Food

A Calm and Enjoyable Dinner in Achrafieh

My heart skipped a beat the minute I passed through the door of this small restaurant. I was happy to see Michel's smile, happy to experience a full house on a Wednesday night. My friend Michel still…

August 22, 2017 | Recommended | Achrafieh

Diwan Beirut: A Memorable Experience from Start to Finish

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

July 10, 2017

Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Diwan Beirut: A Memorable Experience from Start to Finish

This place looks so refreshing and happy... Now open on Zalka's main highway, welcome to Diwan Beirut, a concept by the same people who created the unique Sultan Brahim. Diwan Beirut is your fresh,…

July 10, 2017 | Recommended | Metn

Kahwet el Mandaloun: Lunch with a View

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

July 10, 2017

Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Kahwet el Mandaloun: Lunch with a View

Not my first time here, and certainly not my last: Kahwet el Mandaloun is an upscale traditional Lebanese cafe serving a selection of authentic local specialities revisited with simplicity, class and…

July 10, 2017 | Restaurants | Dbayeh

Alcazar: A Beautiful French Restaurant Serves Excellent Food in Paris

French Food | Paris France Europe

France

December 04, 2016

French Food

Alcazar: A Beautiful French Restaurant Serves Excellent Food in Paris

Alcazar is a restaurant and bar on Mazarine street that stands out. With plants, a lush of greenery, big tables, spacious, high ceiling, modern decor and beautiful architecture, this restaurant will…

December 04, 2016 | Recommended | Paris

Diwan Al Muhanna: Flavors of Damascus in Dubai

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East

UAE

August 31, 2016

Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Diwan Al Muhanna: Flavors of Damascus in Dubai

I remember Muhanna Damascus to make the tastiest Baraze2 one can ever have, along side a selection of sweets my parents always got with them when they visited the Syrian capital. Al Muhanna is…

August 31, 2016 | Recommended | Dubai

Eggloo: The Egg Waffles are Overrated!

Reviews | New York USA Americas

USA

August 09, 2016

Reviews

Eggloo: The Egg Waffles are Overrated!

Eggloo, located in China Town New York, is where thousands of egg waffles are sold daily. Four egg waffle machines, endless choices of fillings, soft serve or ice cream scoops all in a small space…

August 09, 2016 | New York

Lebanon: 19 Places Your Dad Told You About

News | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

December 01, 2015

News

Lebanon: 19 Places Your Dad Told You About

Back to the Past… Generations of Quality and Taste Places Your Dad Told You About It’s true when they say that some foods are best prepared by masters… and not just any masters.…

December 01, 2015 | Popular | Lebanon

Al Midyaf: Lebanese Food with a Tasty Simple Twist

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Shouf Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

August 27, 2015

Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Al Midyaf: Lebanese Food with a Tasty Simple Twist

With water flowing from all sides, Al Midyaf welcomes you on the bank of Al Barouk river. Serving Lebanese specialties like all other restaurants on the strip, Al Midyaf adds a funky light twist to…

August 27, 2015 | Restaurants | Shouf

Baytna: Welcome Home and Enjoy Good Food

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Shouf Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

August 27, 2015

Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Baytna: Welcome Home and Enjoy Good Food

Barouk, one of Lebanon's most preserved districts of Chouf area, hosts a number of fancy restaurants where guests are warmly welcomed to enjoy a selection of generous food and choices in an unmatched…

August 27, 2015 | Recommended | Shouf

Lebanon's Best Restaurants of 2014

News | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

March 26, 2015

News

Lebanon's Best Restaurants of 2014

Lebanon's Best Restaurants:

March 26, 2015 | Reviews | Lebanon

Balthus: A Reference Point, If I May Say

French Food | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

November 27, 2014

French Food

Balthus: A Reference Point, If I May Say

Welcome to the world of luxury, welcome to the world of Balthus, one of the few premium dining restaurants still standing in Lebanon. Serving its accustomed clientele for more than 15 years now,…

November 27, 2014 | Recommended | Beirut

We are almost half way through 2014...

Spotted Stories

May 19, 2014

Spotted Stories

We are almost half way through 2014...

We are almost half way through 2014 and already we can see new trends emerging in the food and drink industry. The food business is obviously important and consumers are growing more aware of the…

May 19, 2014

Discover Beautiful Lebanon: "LiveLoveLebanon"

Travel & Tourism | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

May 18, 2014

Travel & Tourism

Discover Beautiful Lebanon: "LiveLoveLebanon"

Lebanon is famous for its exquisite beauty, diversity, glamor, European flavor, and hospitable people. Its rich culture and history have placed it on the “must see” list of every…

May 18, 2014 | Lebanon

La Grande Epicerie, Le Bon Marché, Paris: A New Look

News

January 31, 2014

News

La Grande Epicerie, Le Bon Marché, Paris: A New Look

One of the most famous department stores and a gourmet mecca is definitely Le Bon Marché in Paris.

January 31, 2014

2013: Finest Restaurants & Hotels Experiences

Restaurants

December 17, 2013

Restaurants

2013: Finest Restaurants & Hotels Experiences

I have tried a number of new restaurants and hotels around the world in 2013 while revisiting some of my favorite places again over the past year… Venues that serve mouthwatering and exquisite…

December 17, 2013 | Top 10 List

Mayrig: Celebrating 10 Years of Authentic Armenian Cuisine

Armenian Food | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

September 09, 2013

Armenian Food

Mayrig: Celebrating 10 Years of Authentic Armenian Cuisine

Everywhere you go, you find Italian and French restaurants, pizzas parlors, burger joints, Lebanese restaurants but have you stopped to think of the richness of Armenian food? More and…

September 09, 2013 | Recommended | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael

Tartine Bakery: New Aromas Take Over Mar Mikhael Street

Breakfast & Coffee | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

May 08, 2013

Breakfast & Coffee

Tartine Bakery: New Aromas Take Over Mar Mikhael Street

Walking along Mar Mikhael street, you can't but magically be driven towards the rich aromas coming out of a new modern bakery, Tartine Bakery. Hidden behind a tree, a huge window display is decorated…

May 08, 2013 | French Food | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael

2012: Best French Bistros in Lebanon

Popular

March 20, 2013

2012: NoGarlicNoOnions Beyond Borders... Discovering while Traveling

News

January 19, 2013

News

2012: NoGarlicNoOnions Beyond Borders... Discovering while Traveling

2012 was a big year for me. I had the chance to travel a lot and discover many countries fr

January 19, 2013 | Popular

101 Most Popular Blogs in Lebanon According to 2Famous.tv and NGNO is Part of IT

News

October 17, 2012

News

101 Most Popular Blogs in Lebanon According to 2Famous.tv and NGNO is Part of IT

2famous presents a survey of the 101 most popular blogs in Lebanon, complete with reviews and even three different ranking systems.

October 17, 2012 | Popular

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