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#HUMMUSFORLEBANON: Buy Hummus and Support Lebanon

A small grain with a big impact! In the past 2 years, thousands of children became on the verge of starvation. But when we come together, hand in hand, we can move mountains.

May 24, 2021 | Popular

HUMMUS: Simple But Glorious Middle Eastern Dip. 80 Mouthwatering Photos

The hummus comprises nothing more than what it should: pummeled chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, salt, and olive oil. Yet Lebanon's hummus has brought food critics, amateur locals, and…

April 28, 2020 | Tasty Discoveries

Craving a Good Hummus in Lebanon: 21 of the Best Plates You Have to Try!

The hummus comprises nothing more than what it should: pummeled chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, salt and olive oil. Yet Lebanon's hummus has brought food critics, amateur locals and foreign…

January 05, 2019 | Recommended | Lebanon

Today is International Hummus Day! From Lebanon to the World

The world recognizes the delicious flavors of blended chickpeas, olive oil, and spices on International Hummus Day. The world appreciates the delicious flavors of blended chickpeas on International…

May 13, 2018

The World’s Best Hummus

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

May 01, 2018

The World’s Best Hummus

It’s the world’s best Hummus by far! It’s the smoothest, softest, most tender and extremely flavorful treat the world has ever witnessed; it’s Al Halabi’s hummus, not…

May 01, 2018 | Popular | Antelias

Issa: Foul, Fatteh, Msabbaha and Hummus for Breakfast in Beirut

Breakfast & Coffee | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

April 30, 2018

Issa: Foul, Fatteh, Msabbaha and Hummus for Breakfast in Beirut

Located behind the Arab university, Issa has been serving foul and hummus for as long as Beirut remembers. Staff smoking a cigarette on the sidewalk, news loudly broadcasted on the television,…

April 30, 2018 | Restaurants | Beirut

10 Favorite Spots: Lebanon's Best Hummus!

The hummus comprises nothing more than what it should: pummeled chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, salt and olive oil. Yet Lebanon's hummus has brought food critics, amateur locals and foreign…

July 01, 2017 | Popular | Lebanon

Hummus: Mix Chickpeas with Tahina, Lemon and Olive Oil...

Simple but glorious, Hummus has become the darling dip for vast populations of foodies throughout Europe, America and Canada. It has long been a staple dish in Lebanese cuisine and is iconic of the…

May 13, 2017 | News

Hummus Day Happens on May 13th: Let's Celebrate, 4 Ways to Eat Hummus

Simple but glorious, Hummus has become the darling dip for vast populations of foodies throughout Europe, America and Canada. It has long been a staple dish in Lebanese cuisine and is iconic of the…

May 13, 2017 | Popular

13th of May is Hummus Day: Let's Celebrate Our Local Heritage

International Hummus Day – May 13 The world recognizes the delicious flavors of blended chickpeas, olive oil and spices on International Hummus Day. The world appreciates the delicious flavors…

May 12, 2017

Cedar's Hummus: Lebanese Quality in America

Tasty Discoveries | Chicago USA Americas

USA

October 31, 2015

Cedar's Hummus: Lebanese Quality in America

Here’s a Lebanese product with American roots – Cedar’s Hummus, produced in Boston, makes traditional hummus that comes in many flavors and varieties. Showcasing the best traditions…

October 31, 2015 | Chicago

Recommended: Ready Made Hummus, Baba Ghannouj and Muhammara

Before starting this review, I just want to say how happy I am that friends around me believe in what I am doing and are helping discover some of the country's best products... This is what…

May 19, 2015 | Tasty Discoveries

Happy Hummus Day: Travel Around Lebanon and Taste Some of the Finest Hummos

Happy Hummos Day NGNO'ers.. Hope you're enjoying one of Lebanon's favorite dishes today and everyday... May 13 marks this special day worldwide as this delicious dish gets international…

May 13, 2015 | Spotted Stories

Abou Hassan, Karakas: An Authentic Beiruti Breakfast

Breakfast & Coffee | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

March 31, 2015

Abou Hassan, Karakas: An Authentic Beiruti Breakfast

I love discovering new places around Beirut city. Most places are not new to their neighborhood, but for me, they definitely are… Meet Abou Hassan in Caracas, Beirut., which has been around…

March 31, 2015 | Street Food | Beirut

Abou Abdallah: Foul, Hummos and Classical Music

Breakfast & Coffee | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

December 26, 2014

Abou Abdallah: Foul, Hummos and Classical Music

After visiting Abu Hassan, down in Burj Hammoud not too long ago, many suggested or even insisted that I try Abou Abdallah in Dora. Located behind t

December 26, 2014 | Restaurants | Beirut

Restaurant Fawzi: Surprisingly Some Good Lebanese Food is Served Here

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Keserwan Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

November 03, 2014

Restaurant Fawzi: Surprisingly Some Good Lebanese Food is Served Here

Unfortunately, there aren’t many restaurants in Kfardebian, today, where you can enjoy some good traditional Lebanese food. Some places make you pay for the rent or chair you're sitting on,…

November 03, 2014 | Restaurants | Keserwan

Al Soussi Beirut: Voted the World’s Best Breakfast

Street Food | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

October 31, 2014

Al Soussi Beirut: Voted the World’s Best Breakfast

You could never imagine that a place like this, hidden a dead end in Mar Elias, could be even close to serving not only good food, but some of the finest dishes the world has ever talked…

October 31, 2014 | Beirut

Foul and Hummus Mazraani: Tyre’s Famous Local Breakfast

Street Food | South Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

October 07, 2014

Foul and Hummus Mazraani: Tyre’s Famous Local Breakfast

Breakfast in Tyre, there aren’t many options and what’s there is known by all. The famous Baroud, or Mazraani, both offer a premium quality prepared with love and dedication. After…

October 07, 2014 | South Lebanon

Akra Tripoli: Enjoying Foul The Old Fashioned Way

Street Food | Tripoli North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

North Lebanon

June 13, 2014

Akra Tripoli: Enjoying Foul The Old Fashioned Way

Our Tripoli street tour started at Akra, a renowned foul and hummus place known as ‘the cave’. In the heart of the old souk, a few meters away from the clock, Akra is a wonderful place…

June 13, 2014 | Tripoli

Insanely Good Hummus Creations You Need To Try

Hummus is a universal favorite snack. We eat it with chips, pita bread and veggies. It makes any food taste just that much better. Some people are averse to th

May 30, 2014 | Spotted Stories

Sufra Restaurant: Tasty Food from the Jordanian Table

Reviews | Amman Jordan Middle East

Jordan

May 27, 2014

Sufra Restaurant: Tasty Food from the Jordanian Table

As soon as I reached Sufra, my taste buds started tingling and my mouth started watering as I remembered the foukhara, the hummus and the fresh hot bread.. I've been here before in 2012 and the experi

May 27, 2014 | Recommended | Amman

Nasma's Awesome Lebanese Innovations

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

April 08, 2014

Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Nasma's Awesome Lebanese Innovations

The Terrace at Beirut City Centre is truly a site to see. A number of restaurants, some of which are familiar, while others are totally new concepts to the country… and more others are…

April 08, 2014 | Restaurants | Beirut

2013: Best Lebanese Cuisine Restaurants in Lebanon

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

January 03, 2014

Lebanese/Middle Eastern

2013: Best Lebanese Cuisine Restaurants in Lebanon

Lebanese food is always a favorite. The country boasts a huge number of restaurants and each one has something special to offer - their food, their service, their variety, their interior design...…

January 03, 2014 | Restaurants | Lebanon

Noura Beaugrenelle: A Massacre to the Lebanese Heritage. Shame!

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Paris France Europe

France

November 21, 2013

Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Noura Beaugrenelle: A Massacre to the Lebanese Heritage. Shame!

Noura, one of the most popular Lebanese restaurants in Paris is now cooking at the newly opened Beaugrenelle Mall in the heart of the French capital. What is considered a reflection of our queue…

November 21, 2013 | Restaurants | Paris

Back to Babel, the Sea Fortress of Amchit

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

October 03, 2013

Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Back to Babel, the Sea Fortress of Amchit

One month later and I am back at Babel Bahr, the new lighthouse illuminating Amchit. After my first positive experience at this restaurant, I wanted to impress my foreign friends from Korea and…

October 03, 2013 | Restaurants | North Lebanon

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

Mum & I: Refined and Exquisite Homemade Food

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

August 24, 2013

Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Mum & I: Refined and Exquisite Homemade Food

The experience I lived today is truly next to none. Mum&I, is a unique restaurant that opened in March 2012 - coinciding with the launching of NoGarlicNoOnions - offering Beirut's culin

August 24, 2013 | Recommended | Beirut

Abou Jihad: Serving Premium Lebanese Meat & Mezze Since 1962

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

August 19, 2013

Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Abou Jihad: Serving Premium Lebanese Meat & Mezze Since 1962

For half a century Abou Jihad still stands strong in Jaledib. Just saying half a century alone makes you realize how authentically professional Abou Jihad is...otherwise it would have collapsed…

August 19, 2013 | Recommended | Metn

Babel Bahr: A New Lighthouse Illuminates Amchit

Fusion Cuisine | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

August 15, 2013

Fusion Cuisine

Babel Bahr: A New Lighthouse Illuminates Amchit

Babel Bahr, a new name added to the family of Babel restaurants across Lebanon. I think by now many of you have already encountered my infatuation and appreciation towards Babel Restaurant. I have…

August 15, 2013 | Lebanese/Middle Eastern | North Lebanon

Batchig: A Sunday Family Gathering we all Enjoyed

Armenian Food | Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

August 10, 2013

Armenian Food

Batchig: A Sunday Family Gathering we all Enjoyed

The last time I tried Batchig was just a few weeks ago, and since then I have been counting the minutes to come to this place again. I have been re

August 10, 2013 | Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Mount Lebanon

Al Mayass: Authentic and Tasty Armenian Creations

Armenian Food | Achrafieh Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

July 14, 2013

Armenian Food

Al Mayass: Authentic and Tasty Armenian Creations

If you want to try some delicious Armenian food served in a nice restaurant in Lebanon, the choices are limited and include: Al Mayass, Mayrig,

July 14, 2013 | Recommended | Achrafieh

Restaurant Bilad E Cham, Mazafran: The Worst Lebanese Restaurant

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Algeria Africa

Africa

May 26, 2013

Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Restaurant Bilad E Cham, Mazafran: The Worst Lebanese Restaurant

I'm in Algeria this weekend... We took a 20-minute drive from Alger's center to reach the touristic compound of Mazafran. That is where the Safir Hotel is located. A restaurant that is supposed to…

May 26, 2013 | Restaurants | Algeria

Al Halabi: A Revamped Look... Same Old Taste

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

April 05, 2013

Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Al Halabi: A Revamped Look... Same Old Taste

For the past decade or so, Al Halabi restaurant in Antelias has maintained its reputation for being one of the top ranking Lebanese restaurants in town. A restaurant with a history that has…

April 05, 2013 | Restaurants | Antelias

Set Zmorrod: Nothing Could Have Been Worse than this so called Restaurant

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Jounieh Keserwan Lebanon Middle East

Keserwan

March 21, 2013

Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Set Zmorrod: Nothing Could Have Been Worse than this so called Restaurant

One place I would call a ‘less than below average restaurant’ is Set Zmerrod. A place they call "a Lebanese restaurant" is located in the heart of Kaslik, facing

March 21, 2013 | Restaurants | Jounieh

#HUMMUSFORLEBANON: Buy Hummus and Support Lebanon

HUMMUS: Simple But Glorious Middle Eastern Dip. 80 Mouthwatering Photos

Craving a Good Hummus in Lebanon: 21 of the Best Plates You Have to Try!

Popular | Lebanon Middle East

Today is International Hummus Day! From Lebanon to the World

The World’s Best Hummus

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Issa: Foul, Fatteh, Msabbaha and Hummus for Breakfast in Beirut

Breakfast & Coffee | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

10 Favorite Spots: Lebanon's Best Hummus!

News | Lebanon Middle East

Hummus: Mix Chickpeas with Tahina, Lemon and Olive Oil...

Hummus Day Happens on May 13th: Let's Celebrate, 4 Ways to Eat Hummus

13th of May is Hummus Day: Let's Celebrate Our Local Heritage

Cedar's Hummus: Lebanese Quality in America

Tasty Discoveries | Chicago USA Americas

Recommended: Ready Made Hummus, Baba Ghannouj and Muhammara

Happy Hummus Day: Travel Around Lebanon and Taste Some of the Finest Hummos

Abou Hassan, Karakas: An Authentic Beiruti Breakfast

Breakfast & Coffee | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Abou Abdallah: Foul, Hummos and Classical Music

Breakfast & Coffee | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Restaurant Fawzi: Surprisingly Some Good Lebanese Food is Served Here

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Keserwan Lebanon Middle East

Al Soussi Beirut: Voted the World’s Best Breakfast

Street Food | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Foul and Hummus Mazraani: Tyre’s Famous Local Breakfast

Street Food | South Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Akra Tripoli: Enjoying Foul The Old Fashioned Way

Street Food | Tripoli North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Insanely Good Hummus Creations You Need To Try

Sufra Restaurant: Tasty Food from the Jordanian Table

Reviews | Amman Jordan Middle East

Nasma's Awesome Lebanese Innovations

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

2013: Best Lebanese Cuisine Restaurants in Lebanon

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Lebanon Middle East

Noura Beaugrenelle: A Massacre to the Lebanese Heritage. Shame!

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Paris France Europe

Back to Babel, the Sea Fortress of Amchit

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mhanna Sur Mer, Maintains its Title of Excellence

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mum & I: Refined and Exquisite Homemade Food

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Abou Jihad: Serving Premium Lebanese Meat & Mezze Since 1962

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Babel Bahr: A New Lighthouse Illuminates Amchit

Fusion Cuisine | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Batchig: A Sunday Family Gathering we all Enjoyed

Armenian Food | Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Al Mayass: Authentic and Tasty Armenian Creations

Armenian Food | Achrafieh Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Restaurant Bilad E Cham, Mazafran: The Worst Lebanese Restaurant

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Algeria Africa

Al Halabi: A Revamped Look... Same Old Taste

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Set Zmorrod: Nothing Could Have Been Worse than this so called Restaurant

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Jounieh Keserwan Lebanon Middle East

Al-Halabi, Antelias: Mistakes Happen for a Reason