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Hadaf: Unique Lebanese Sweets at Al Anwar Saida

Desserts & Sweets | Saida South Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

April 17, 2019

Hadaf: Unique Lebanese Sweets at Al Anwar Saida

Let’s start agreeing that these are not “baklava.” Looking like oriental sweets, these diamond shaped sweets are intended to make you drool. They are called “Hadaf.”…

April 17, 2019 | Recommended | Saida

Supermoon Bakehouse: Iconic, Unique, Innovative and Shockingly Tasty

Bread & Bakeries | New York USA Americas

USA

June 17, 2018

Supermoon Bakehouse: Iconic, Unique, Innovative and Shockingly Tasty

Let me tell you about a place where art is the driver. A big space where only a few stools are available with six stone tables. A square box with light coming from the ceiling to shine on a table,…

June 17, 2018 | Breakfast & Coffee | New York

Souk El Akel: Lebanon's Street Food Market

Eat, Meet, Greet and Treat yourself to the very best culinary experiences Lebanon has to offer! At Souk el Akel you'll find edible delights to suit all tastes and desires! Where: Souk el…

February 04, 2017 | Popular

Gold Infused Olive Oil

Add some olive oil to what your eating... but add some with a bit of gold. Myst a premium food brand recently introduced the gourmet world to its exquisite gold infused extra virgin olive oil.…

August 16, 2016

It's Time for the Impossible Burger: A Plant Based Burger

Impossible Foods in California has created an incredible burger, called the Impossible Burger, that possesses all the appearances, textures, aromas and flavors of real meat, but is actually made…

June 23, 2016

Sleeping with the Sharks... Interested?

Love sharks? Live in a Shark Aquarium. This is your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to sleep in an underwater bedroom, where the only thing separating you from your neighbors is the 360-degree…

March 31, 2016 | Travel & Tourism

Gravity-Defying Glassware Redefines Modern Drinking Culture

Carat is a collection of elegant, stemless drinkware designed to strike a balance between a stylish shape that is comfortable to hold and one that enables the best possible olfactory perception.…

January 05, 2016

Sent Home With Love... A New Gourmet Line of Chocolate

Designed to look like a postcard, discover a new range of gourmet chocolate from Lapp & Fao, sent home with love.

July 28, 2014 | Spotted Stories

Get Inspired: Read Your Cup of Coffee

Must a cup, or bag, suffer an existence that is limited to just one humble purpose, defined merely by its simple function? This is a nice idea to implement everywhere I think...having a cup of coffee…

May 18, 2014 | Spotted Stories

Maison Du Chocolat Bunny 'Easter Atelier' Costs $1200

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April 13, 2014

News

Maison Du Chocolat Bunny 'Easter Atelier' Costs $1200

To celebrate Easter 2014, Nicolas Cloiseau, Master Chef of La Maison du Chocolat has crafted a magical chocolate atelier run by playful Easter bunnies. There's one single piece of this art work and…

April 13, 2014

Art and Blue Label: Skylines of the World

Spotted Stories

October 18, 2013

Spotted Stories

Art and Blue Label: Skylines of the World

Inspired by the skylines of the world’s most famous cities including New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Mumbai, Singapore and Hong Kong amongst others, Diageo Global Travel’s latest work for a…

October 18, 2013

Mykonos's Cocoon Suits

Spotted Stories

October 17, 2013

Spotted Stories

Mykonos's Cocoon Suits

Mykonos is one of most famous Greek islands with a population of 10000 people that rises to 50000 people during summertime. Mykonos has a unique natural environment full with amazing beaches, rocky…

October 17, 2013

Mhanna Sur Mer, Maintains its Title of Excellence

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

September 24, 2013

Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Mhanna Sur Mer, Maintains its Title of Excellence

Mhanna sur Mer is one of those places you walk into and gush with amazement and leave feeling happy... The whole experience is all about perfection! Last year's dinner was breathtaking giving Mhanna…

September 24, 2013 | Recommended | North Lebanon

Karota Peeler: Culinary Creativity

Food Gadgets

August 24, 2013

Food Gadgets

Karota Peeler: Culinary Creativity

Here's a great way to add creativity to your veggies. The Karoto Peeler is a stationary-style kitchen accessory that lets you create culinary curls and swirls.

August 24, 2013

The First Ever Absolut Stand Alone Shop

News

August 17, 2013

News

The First Ever Absolut Stand Alone Shop

Absolut has opened its first store, a travel retail outlet at Malaysia’s Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA). The 484-square-foot venue features an Absolut bespoke bar, while an “Absolut Drink

August 17, 2013

Restaurant Alexandre with Chef Michel Kayser: My Best Dining Experience to Date

French Food | Camargue France Europe

France

August 15, 2013

French Food

Restaurant Alexandre with Chef Michel Kayser: My Best Dining Experience to Date

It has been a tradition with my family to always try and find the best restaurants in a region we visit while on holiday. Spending our last vacation in the Camargues, France, an extensive search…

August 15, 2013 | Recommended | Camargue

A Sandwich to Die For: The Ultimate Dessert

Desserts & Sweets

August 12, 2013

Desserts & Sweets

A Sandwich to Die For: The Ultimate Dessert

My father throws a big dinner party every summer. This year catered by Abdul Rahman Hallab & Sons, the dinner was a success... but this is not what I am here to talk abou

August 12, 2013 | Popular

Coca-Cola: Celebrates the World's Most Iconic Beverage

Spotted Stories

August 09, 2013

Spotted Stories

Coca-Cola: Celebrates the World's Most Iconic Beverage

For 125 years, Coca-Cola has connected with more people in more places than any other product the world has ever known. First sipped at an Atlanta soda fountain as a hot weather pick-me-up, Coke has…

August 09, 2013

Limited Edition Gin Wheel

Food Gadgets

August 07, 2013

Food Gadgets

Limited Edition Gin Wheel

The Bombay Sapphire East Gin Wheel is a revolutionary new collaboration between Bombay Sapphire East Gin and internationally acclaimed design firm, AvroKO – the limited edition Bombay Sapphire East…

August 07, 2013

Quattro: The Sleek Tea Pot

Food Gadgets

August 02, 2013

Food Gadgets

Quattro: The Sleek Tea Pot

Even teapots have taken a step into the design world joining the modern look. Meet Quattro designed by Snezana Jeremic, the sleek and rectangular tea pot.

August 02, 2013

La Bastide Saint Antoine: Famous Starred Chef Jacques Chibois

French Food | France Europe

Europe

July 24, 2013

French Food

La Bastide Saint Antoine: Famous Starred Chef Jacques Chibois

"You cannot come to the Cote D'Azur without trying Chef Jacques Chibois "unique cuisine", says my father-in-law... And he is right.

July 24, 2013 | Guide Michelin | France

East Meets West: Limited Edition Fusion Knives

Food Gadgets

May 18, 2013

Food Gadgets

East Meets West: Limited Edition Fusion Knives

East and West. Industrial design and craftsmanship. Two cultures and two design languages usually far apart from one another blend in the common language of design and tell the story of a project…

May 18, 2013

Food Meets Art 120: Tea Calender

Spotted Stories

May 14, 2013

Spotted Stories

Food Meets Art 120: Tea Calender

The Hälssen & Lyon tea calendar is the first calendar in the world to feature calendar days made from tea leaves. Finely flavored and pressed until wafer-thin, the 365 calendar days can be…

May 14, 2013

The World of Designers Hotels: Bloom Hotel, Brussels

Spotted Stories | Belgium Europe

Europe

April 29, 2013

Spotted Stories

The World of Designers Hotels: Bloom Hotel, Brussels

Hotel BLOOM! in Brussels has recently renewed the hotel and invited 287 creative young artists from different European countries to paint the rooms of the hotel and make it something unique for…

April 29, 2013 | Belgium

STACT Modular Wine Wall

Food Gadgets

March 29, 2013

Food Gadgets

STACT Modular Wine Wall

Time to celebrate... open those wine bottles and drink to a Happy Easter... Transform your wine collection into wall art, with an elegant modular wine rack that expands and adapts to fit your style…

March 29, 2013

Restaurant Meets Design: 721 Tonkatsu Restaurant, Shanghai

Spotted Stories

March 27, 2013

Spotted Stories

Restaurant Meets Design: 721 Tonkatsu Restaurant, Shanghai

Living in one of the busiest city of the world, people in Shanghai seem to have a kind of Utopian dream, a little unrealistic, but undoubtedly, it is dream that presents the most natural and…

March 27, 2013

The World of Designers Hotels: QT, Australia

Travel & Tourism

January 27, 2013

Travel & Tourism

The World of Designers Hotels: QT, Australia

QT is Australia’s newest, and most exciting, hotel brand. Whether you want to stay or play we offer something unique and nontraditional, from our fun and quirky custom design to incredible food…

January 27, 2013

Must Discover: 100% Chocolate Cafe, Tokyo

Chocolate

November 15, 2012

Chocolate

Must Discover: 100% Chocolate Cafe, Tokyo

I am starting a new series, a discovery journey into amazingly designed chocolate stores and cafes around the world. Amazing places to discover... who doesn't like a chocolate...My first stop is 100%…

November 15, 2012 | Spotted Stories

Absolut Unique - Every Bottle is a Piece of Unique Art

News

November 01, 2012

News

Absolut Unique - Every Bottle is a Piece of Unique Art

Recently passing through Charles De Gaulle Airport, I was happy to have had the chance to purchase a few of the new limited edition bottles of Absolut Vodka. As you know I collect them and this new…

November 01, 2012 | Travel & Tourism

Paintings Made From Beer

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October 24, 2012

Spotted Stories

Paintings Made From Beer

The new beercolors.net website launched today. This unique website displays decorative giclee prints made from paintings created with beer. The site is an eco-friendly site and a portion of the sales…

October 24, 2012

Inside Out Champagne Glasses

Food Gadgets

October 20, 2012

Food Gadgets

Inside Out Champagne Glasses

An ide

October 20, 2012 | Spotted Stories

Offerings From Marks & Spencer

News

October 14, 2012

News

Offerings From Marks & Spencer

Coming back from my London food discovery week, I had the chance to enjoy many interesting places providing unique offerings. One of them is Marks & Spencer food.

October 14, 2012 | Travel & Tourism

The First Pizza to Require an ID! An Alcoholic Pizza Anyone?

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September 30, 2012

News

The First Pizza to Require an ID! An Alcoholic Pizza Anyone?

Salvatore's "21-plus pizza" pies are made with enough alcohol to necessitate the regulation. The first of the bunch, the Vignola Cherry Pizza, is topped with fresh mozzarella, Gorgonzola, prosciutto,…

September 30, 2012

Remember the School Days: Veggie Sharpener & Peeler

Food Gadgets

September 21, 2012

Food Gadgets

Remember the School Days: Veggie Sharpener & Peeler

Peel, sharpen & curl ribbons of carrots, zucchini, cucumbers and other similar shaped vegetables to decorate and add flair to your salads and dishes.

September 21, 2012 | Spotted Stories

The Prison Restaurant: A Unique Dining Experience

News

September 21, 2012

News

The Prison Restaurant: A Unique Dining Experience

Have you ever heard of a place that helps ex offenders become working responsible individuals in the hospitality industry? The Clink Charity offers the hospitality industry the opportunity to make a…

September 21, 2012 | Travel & Tourism

Classic Burger Joint, Lebanon

American | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

February 26, 2012

American

Classic Burger Joint, Lebanon

The burger wave in Lebanon has hit hard, and fortunately for us, Lebanon has the Classic Burger Joint - a place that definitely provides a unique experience. In a nutshell I would say: Best…

February 26, 2012 | Burgers | Beirut