Kelly's Fish Lounge: Fresh and Tasty Seafood from Tripoli to the Heart of Achrafieh
Fish & Seafood | Achrafieh Beirut Lebanon Middle East
October 18, 2019
Fish & Seafood
Kelly's Fish Lounge: Fresh and Tasty Seafood from Tripoli to the Heart of Achrafieh
Kelly is where Fish is delivered daily from Tripoli to the heart of Achrafieh. Kelly is where the restaurant doesn't smell fish and where food is prepared with love and dedication. I visited Kelly's…
October 18, 2019
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Achrafieh
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…
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
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Istanbul
Italian
Bocca Di Bacco: A Guaranteed Pleasant Italian Dining Experience in Berlin
Four years passed and I still remember it as if it was today; one of Berlin’s finest Italian restaurants was fully booked on a Saturday evening. A garlic clove printed on a large canvas, pasta…
September 22, 2019
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Germany
Asian/Chinese
Ioki: An Excellent Sushi in Istanbul
It has appeared on the lists, in all my searches, it’s one of the capital’s best Asian restaurants according to many... after a bit so pleasant lunch down at the Bosphorus, we grabbed a…
September 21, 2019
| Japanese & Sushi
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Istanbul
The Allis at Soho House: Eat, Chill, Relax, Enjoy the Garden in Istanbul
Breakfast & Coffee | Istanbul Turkey Middle East
September 21, 2019
Breakfast & Coffee
The Allis at Soho House: Eat, Chill, Relax, Enjoy the Garden in Istanbul
Positive vibes in the garden while listening to good music; that’s The Allis at Soho House in Istanbul. Enjoy a cold coffee, let the breath of air caress your cheeks, mingle with people while…
September 21, 2019
| International Cuisine
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Istanbul
Cuma: Breakfast at Home in Istanbul
Breakfast & Coffee | Istanbul Turkey Middle East
September 21, 2019
Breakfast & Coffee
Cuma: Breakfast at Home in Istanbul
Jazz music, the light coming in from all sides, wooden tables, layback seats... it’s home away from home in the heart of Istanbul. Order eggs Benedict with labneh! Enjoy a mouthwatering…
September 21, 2019
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Istanbul
Petra Roasting Company: A Coup de Coeur in Istanbul
Breakfast & Coffee | Istanbul Turkey Middle East
September 17, 2019
Breakfast & Coffee
Petra Roasting Company: A Coup de Coeur in Istanbul
On this beautiful Sunday morning, my first stop was at Mangerie, where I thought I'd discovered the best... I then continued to Delicatessen where again I thought I’ve found my coup de Coeur...…
September 17, 2019
| Coffee, Wine & Drinks
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Istanbul
Mangerie Bebek: Excellent Breakfast Loaded with Flavors
Breakfast & Coffee | Istanbul Turkey Middle East
September 17, 2019
Breakfast & Coffee
Mangerie Bebek: Excellent Breakfast Loaded with Flavors
I woke up at 6, walked around Istanbul to fly my drone then searching for a place to have breakfast. I wanted something cosmopolitan, fun and trendy at the same time: Mangerie popped up. Located…
September 17, 2019
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Istanbul
Tasty, Varied, Generous and Professional... Breakfast in Beirut! The Four Seasons Hotel
Breakfast & Coffee | Beirut Central District Beirut Lebanon Middle East
September 17, 2019
Breakfast & Coffee
Tasty, Varied, Generous and Professional... Breakfast in Beirut! The Four Seasons Hotel
On the second floor of the Four Seasons Hotel is where mornings have another meaning. I've been here half a dozen times already simply to enjoy the pleasure of great food, amazing presentation, and…
September 17, 2019
| International Cuisine
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Beirut Central District
Paper Moon: Enjoying My Favorite Milanese Restaurant in Istanbul
Italian | Istanbul Turkey Middle East
September 17, 2019
Italian
Paper Moon: Enjoying My Favorite Milanese Restaurant in Istanbul
After enjoying Paper Moon twice in Milano, I couldn’t but try it in Istanbul. One of my favorite Italian restaurants of all times makes my heart skip a beat. Pasta, pizza and Italian dishes,…
September 17, 2019
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Istanbul
Chocolate
Lebanon's Famous Chocolate Cake is a Must Try! Found at Chili's in Achrafieh
I love it so much that I visit Chili's only to enjoy this dessert!
The signature dessert of choice: A dessert to try at least once in a lifetime: Chili's molten chocolate cake.
You…
September 09, 2019
| Desserts & Sweets
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Achrafieh
American
Chili’s Beirut: Twenty Years of Good Food, Generous Portion and Non-Smoking Dining
Back! To my favorite diner in town and probably the last standing. One of Lebanon’s few franchises has celebrated 20 years of operations in Achrafieh... and when the brand worldwide isn’t…
September 08, 2019
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Achrafieh
French
La Petite Maison: A Must Do in Istanbul
Amazing, exceptionally amazing like all the “La Petite Maison” restaurants I’ve been to around the world. After indulging in the finest food in Nice, Dubai, and Beirut, here comes…
September 04, 2019
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Istanbul
Hotels
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
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Batroun
Hotels
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.
Beit Mirna features…
September 02, 2019
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North Lebanon
Coffee, Wine & Drinks
Couvent Rouge: A Promising Wine and One of Lebanon's Best
Couvent Rouge was established in 2010, as a complement to the “Coteaux d’Heliopolis” cooperative project. Founded in 1999, the cooperative’s purpose was to replace illicit…
Shallalat Nabeh Merched: Excellent Lebanese Food Served in Paradise! A Must Try
Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Shouf Lebanon Middle East
August 19, 2019
Lebanese/Middle Eastern
Shallalat Nabeh Merched: Excellent Lebanese Food Served in Paradise! A Must Try
After the last visit to “Nabeh Merched” to film an episode, I promised to come again with my family. A little paradise on earth, in the heart of Lebanon’s greenest region, spending…
August 19, 2019
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Shouf
Fish & Seafood
LOS: Art and Food on the Island of Symi
Marvelous, to say the least, the restaurant is marvelous! High-end and classy, even though located on the harbor, LOS - for Lobster, Oyster, and Sushi- doesn’t look like a restaurant for…
August 18, 2019
| International Cuisine
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Greece
Popular
18 Food Stops to Discover in Athens, Greece: Reviews, Photos and Video
Traveling to Athens, where to go, what to eat, what to do! My Favorite 18 places to eat an enjoyable meal.
Yoleni’s Greek Gastronomic Center: A Must Visit in AthensAfter enjoying a unique…
August 15, 2019
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Athens
Yoleni’s Greek Gastronomic Center: A Must Visit in Athens
International Cuisine | Athens Greece Europe
August 14, 2019
International Cuisine
Yoleni’s Greek Gastronomic Center: A Must Visit in Athens
After enjoying a unique experience at Ergon, I went online searching for a similar experience and found Yoleni’s. Yoleni’s is a supermarket, training center, tasting academy and…
August 14, 2019
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Athens
Ice Cream & Gelato
Pure Berry Ice Cream, Chrine: One of the Country's Best
It's a family business that started in the nineties, preparing one of the country's best ice creams and they don't even know it. Meet Mrs. Saliba and her children who have been working hand in hand…
Choux Choux Gelateria: Exquisite Ice Cream Profiterolein Athens
Desserts & Sweets | Athens Greece Europe
July 31, 2019
Desserts & Sweets
Choux Choux Gelateria: Exquisite Ice Cream Profiterolein Athens
Two years ago, I made a point to visit every eclair and choux place around the planet passing by Paris, London, Beirut, New York, and Bucharest. Some are good, others less, but what I can say after…
July 31, 2019
| Ice Cream & Gelato
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Athens
Zampano: My Favorite Breakfast Stop in Athens
Breakfast & Coffee | Athens Greece Europe
July 27, 2019
Breakfast & Coffee
Zampano: My Favorite Breakfast Stop in Athens
It’s like one of those Paris or New York spots renowned for breakfast and brunch. The vibe is different from anything else I experienced the last two days, the mood and the menu. Music, high…
July 27, 2019
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Athens
Chocolate
Zuccherino: I Literally Screamed from Joy!
Famous for their chocolate soup, Zuccherino is one of those places you have to visit when in Athens. Chocolate in a bowl, Millefeuille cake, and ruby chocolate ball were the three cravings I ordered…
July 27, 2019
| Desserts & Sweets
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Athens
Ergon Athens: A Dream Place for Foodies. Beautiful Decor and Delicious Food
International Cuisine | Athens Greece Europe
July 26, 2019
International Cuisine
Ergon Athens: A Dream Place for Foodies. Beautiful Decor and Delicious Food
It’s marvelous! A dream place, a haven I dream of owning. A foodie gourmet hub I hope one day will open in Beirut. It’s so fresh, happy and vibrant... enter into a little paradise…
July 26, 2019
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Athens
Lebanese/Middle Eastern
One of the Best Falafel in Town; Tabbara Beirut!
Pure fava beans, no chickpeas, a little tiny addition of garlic you won't even feel: that's what makes Tabbara's falafel so special. Open since 1914, the shop produces unique sandwiches all the…
July 24, 2019
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Hamra & Verdun
Em Fares: Homey Lebanese Food in Barouk
Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Shouf Lebanon Middle East
July 16, 2019
Lebanese/Middle Eastern
Em Fares: Homey Lebanese Food in Barouk
Located on the slopes of the world-famous Barouk cedars reserve, “Em Fares,” a Lebanese restaurant serving homemade Lebanese food welcomes you for lunch and dinner. Touring Barouk…
July 16, 2019
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Shouf
Breakfast & Coffee
Snack Fakhreddine, Baakline Famous Breakfast
If you ask me about my favorite three “Foul and Hummus” breakfast restaurants in Lebanon, Snack Fakhreddine will be one of them. Managed and operated by Ammo Baheej and his wife for…
July 15, 2019
| Lebanese/Middle Eastern
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Shouf
Bab el Mina, Lebanese Seafood Restaurant: The Food, The View and The Vibes, "Arguile-Free"
Fish & Seafood | Jbeil Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East
July 11, 2019
Fish & Seafood
Bab el Mina, Lebanese Seafood Restaurant: The Food, The View and The Vibes, "Arguile-Free"
How many times have you dined with a smile and enjoyed a homey Lebanese mezze lunch without the smell of Arguile, unpleasant sounds of the hubbly-bubbly and heat surrounding you from all sides?…
July 11, 2019
| Lebanese/Middle Eastern
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Jbeil
Roadster Launches its New Menu and it Rocks!!!
American | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East
July 09, 2019
American
Roadster Launches its New Menu and it Rocks!!!
The new menu is here! Roadster Diner new menu has landed, and it was time to try it. It was the first time I visit the branch at ABC Dbayeh, enjoying the trendy architecture, the colors, industrial…
July 09, 2019
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Dbayeh
Hotels
The Armani Hotel Milano: Technology and Style with a Touch of Finesse
I’m a fan of the brand, -not the clothing brand but- their restaurants and now added hotels to the list. Upscale, modern, generous, luxurious, and created to impress. It’s been a ritual…
July 02, 2019
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Milan
Italian
Fuor D’Acqua Florence: I Came Back After Ten Years! A Memorable Experience
I’ve been waiting for this moment for so long! Ten years since I last visited and still remember to date the superb food I had. Fuor D’Acqua, the restaurant under the stone arcades,…
June 12, 2019
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Florence
Italian
Paper Moon Milano: Back After Two Years and Still Loving it; A Coup de Coeur
Two years ago, I discovered a restaurant; an Italian restaurant in the heart of Milano. A unique restaurant serving exceptional food made with love and dedication. A restaurant filled with guests,…
June 11, 2019
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Milan
Italian
Trattoria Do Forni: Pasta for the Soul, Non-Touristic in Venice
Imagine that I visited more than nine years ago and still remember how great the food was. Located in the heart of Venice a few meters from the famous Piazza San Marco, Da Forni is one of the…
June 10, 2019
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Venice
Italian
Ristorante Giallo Modena at Enzo Ferrari Museum
Located inside Enzo Ferrari’s museum in Modena, the restaurant looks more like a lunch cafeteria. Some tables set under the atrium, decorated tables and a menu up to the standard of a casual…
June 10, 2019
| Restaurants
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Italy
Enoteca Pinchiorri: Best of the Best! A Lifetime Dining Experience at a Three Starred Michelin
Coffee, Wine & Drinks | Florence Italy Europe
June 07, 2019
Coffee, Wine & Drinks
Enoteca Pinchiorri: Best of the Best! A Lifetime Dining Experience at a Three Starred Michelin
I invite you to watch the video, enjoy dinner with me, and try to feel what I felt; dinner at Enoteca Pinchiorri is unmatched, a memorable experience I will never forget...
When you find a table…
The.CO’s: Excellent Food from Around the World Now in Antelias
Burgers | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East
May 20, 2019
Burgers
The.CO’s: Excellent Food from Around the World Now in Antelias
CO’s is for “Brgr.Co”, “Pzza.Co” and “Deli.Co” combined. Enjoy the best of all worlds under one roof now in Antelias. It’s not a secret anymore…
Fish & Seafood
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
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Batroun
"Shawarma Lab": Taking Our Traditional Sandwich to Another Level!
Recommended | Beirut Lebanon Middle East
May 15, 2019
Recommended
"Shawarma Lab": Taking Our Traditional Sandwich to Another Level!
Welcome to the lab where shawarma is served with style. White and orange are the colors, with designs reminding you of a lab. Shawarma is the star reinvented with several new recipes never seen…
May 15, 2019
| Restaurants
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Beirut
Amazing Food Experience on Zaya Nurai Island Abu Dhabi
International Cuisine | Abu Dhabi UAE GCC Middle East
May 14, 2019
International Cuisine
Amazing Food Experience on Zaya Nurai Island Abu Dhabi
Experience paradise on earth; welcome to Zaya Nurai island! Located in Abu Dhabi, the natural island hosts one of the most luxurious hotels on earth welcoming you in one of their fifty individual…
May 14, 2019
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Abu Dhabi
Hotels
Zaya Nurai: The Luxury Hotel Island! Food, Fun and Relaxation
Experience paradise on earth; welcome to Zaya Nurai island! Located in Abu Dhabi, the natural island hosts one of the most luxurious hotels on earth welcoming you in one of their fifty individual…
May 14, 2019
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Abu Dhabi
Lounge 36: Good Food and Pleasant Vibes in Kousba
International Cuisine | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East
May 09, 2019
International Cuisine
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
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North Lebanon
La Foule: Traditional and Fresh, Lebanese Breakfast on Hamra Street
Breakfast & Coffee | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East
April 20, 2019
Breakfast & Coffee
La Foule: Traditional and Fresh, Lebanese Breakfast on Hamra Street
Have you ever had a traditional old breakfast in a beautifully decorated place, served by professional waiters, drinking San Pellegrino sparkling water and the soothing sound of a water…
April 20, 2019
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Hamra & Verdun
Desserts & Sweets
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
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Saida
A Relaxing and Classy Breakfast at The Phoenicia Hotel, Malta
Breakfast & Coffee | Malta Europe
April 14, 2019
Breakfast & Coffee
A Relaxing and Classy Breakfast at The Phoenicia Hotel, Malta
Served in the main hotel restaurant, breakfast opens at seven every morning proposing an open buffet of local and international choices. Start by a fizzy Prosecco drink, a coffee and indulge yourself…
Hotels
Saturday Brunch at The Phoenicia Hôtel Malta; Food is Good!
I’ve been enjoying so much the food at The Phoenicia that I booked myself for lunch! Exceptional Eggs Benedict, burrata salad, pizza margarita, Maltese club sandwich... so why not discover the…
April 14, 2019
| International Cuisine
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Malta
Airports
Farinella: Exceptional Pasta and Pizza at the Airport in Rome
At Fiumicino airport, upon the first floor, an Italian restaurant serves a wide selection of local specialties. You don’t expect to have a real restaurant at the airport especially with…
Cantina Social: Casual Wine and Dine in Achrafieh
International Cuisine | Achrafieh Beirut Lebanon Middle East
April 13, 2019
International Cuisine
Cantina Social: Casual Wine and Dine in Achrafieh
Every time I pass by Sassine Square, I remind myself that I have to try Cantina Social. I heard good things about, an unconventional get together space where wine and food have another meaning.…
April 13, 2019
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Achrafieh
Italian
La Vecchia Taranto: The Best Italian in Malta and Beyond
I felt this place! Traditional, authentic, small and feels like home. An Italian trattoria owned and managed by Italian people, Vecchia Taranto welcomes you for pizza and pasta. We arrived without…
April 13, 2019
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Malta