NoGarlicNoOnions: Restaurant, Food, and Travel Stories/Reviews

May 31, 2020

Achrafieh’s World Famous Ice Cream; “Hanna Mitri”. Natural, Traditional & Delicious!

I truly doubt that all Lebanese people don't know or have not heard of Hanna Mitri. The one and only Hanna Mitri is known for his uniquely fresh ice cream, perfect Maamoul and arrogantly rude…

May 31, 2020 | Tasty Discoveries | Achrafieh

Furn el Sabaya, Amchit: Cleanliness, Passion, Flavors of Unconventional Manakish

In the heart of Amchit, a town situated between Byblos and Batroun is a small bakery that's already twenty-one years old... It's not just any bakery but one that offers all things unique. This is a…

May 30, 2020 | Breakfast & Coffee

Live with Krikor: Learning and Inspirations About Lebanon and Covid-19 Situation

Bread & Bakeries | Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

May 04, 2020

Live with Krikor: Learning and Inspirations About Lebanon and Covid-19 Situation

Live with Krikor! You can't imagine how delicious this Manoucheh is... Probably one of the best in Lebanon and compared to none. Everything that makes of it the best "Lebanese Pizza" is unique. The…

May 04, 2020 | Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Mount Lebanon

LIVE with Abou Chadi: Enjoy a Traditional Breakfast in Jal El Dib

Breakfast & Coffee | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

May 04, 2020

LIVE with Abou Chadi: Enjoy a Traditional Breakfast in Jal El Dib

I love this guy and I love his food. Tony Haddad, the man behind Abou Chady in Jal EL Dib has been in operation for the last 32 years, providing his customers with an authentic and…

May 04, 2020 | Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Metn

Saj Em Georges: The Lady with Magical Hands Creates Delicious Saj Manakish

Bread & Bakeries | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

April 26, 2020

Saj Em Georges: The Lady with Magical Hands Creates Delicious Saj Manakish

If they say "A picture is worth a thousand words", a video is worth more than a million. Watch it for yourself and feel what Em Georges is all about, a lady baking love in Dbayeh for the last…

April 26, 2020 | Manakish | Dbayeh

11 Excellent "Manakish" Bakeries I Visited This Year: Add Them to Your Favorite Food Bucket List

Breakfast & Coffee | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

April 04, 2020

11 Excellent "Manakish" Bakeries I Visited This Year: Add Them to Your Favorite Food Bucket List

April 04, 2020 | Mechwar Videos | Lebanon

The Royce Hotel is Your Home Away From Home: Recommended Stay in Melbourne

I spent two weeks at The Royce, and I can tell you that the experience was memorable. I loved it, loved the location, loved the bed, the professional service, attention, and homey feel. The Royce is…

March 28, 2020 | Recommended

Top Fresh: Natural Fruit Cocktails, Delicious Crepes and the Best Avocado Juice in Lebanon

Desserts & Sweets | Keserwan Lebanon Middle East

March 27, 2020

Top Fresh: Natural Fruit Cocktails, Delicious Crepes and the Best Avocado Juice in Lebanon

I loved it! It is probably one of the best avocado cocktails I've ever had in my entire life! Prepared with love, the crepes, desserts, fruit cocktails and especially the avocado are…

March 27, 2020 | Reviews | Keserwan

Tarik el Nahel: A New Restaurant in Faraya

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Keserwan Lebanon Middle East

March 26, 2020

Tarik el Nahel: A New Restaurant in Faraya

I didn't expect the food to be as good as it was at Tarik el Nahel. Fresh wild thyme salad, fatteh served in an eggplant, kebbeh cups, baked potatoes and much more. If you have plans to visit…

March 26, 2020 | Recommended | Keserwan

2019 in Review: 35 Restaurants in Lebanon I've Visited This Year

In 2019, I focused on visiting villages ending up in experiencing fewer restaurants. My favorite ones are listed below. OHANNES: The Food & The Chef... The Whole ExperienceSometimes, when…

January 22, 2020 | Recommended | Lebanon

Around the World: Favorite Restaurants I've Visited This Year: 50 Places to Choose From

This year, I had the chance to visit more than 14 countries, sleep in 35 hotels and eat at more than a hundred restaurants. Below is a selection of my 50 best. Enjoy checking the…

January 20, 2020 | Recommended

TOP 10 Eats on my Last Trip to London: A Video Review

Let the challenge begin: how many good discoveries can you do in four days? Forget the hassle and follow my steps. After eating 56 items this week, these are the ones I preferred. Check out the Top40…

January 15, 2020 | Recommended | London

La Nonina Pizzeria: The Romana Pizza is Awesome! Thin, Crispy and acidic

Italian Food | Achrafieh Beirut Lebanon Middle East

January 13, 2020

Italian Food

La Nonina Pizzeria: The Romana Pizza is Awesome! Thin, Crispy and acidic

My teeth cut into the thin crust while the tomato sauce explodes under the palate. A unique pizza, very thin crust, crunchy and soft at the same time, and topped with a load of cheese, ham, and…

January 13, 2020 | Pizza | Achrafieh

The Dominican Brussels: Perfect Location, Breakfast I Liked but Bad Room Service

Hotels | Belgium Europe

January 12, 2020

Hotels

The Dominican Brussels: Perfect Location, Breakfast I Liked but Bad Room Service

When I visited the hotel’s restaurant in 2015, that’s four years ago; it left me with a unique impression that made me want to visit again. This time, not for lunch but to spend the New…

January 12, 2020 | Reviews | Belgium

Golden Chippy: My Favorite Fish and Chips

Fish & Seafood | London UK Europe

UK

January 12, 2020

Fish & Seafood

Golden Chippy: My Favorite Fish and Chips

Yes indeed, my favorite! I can say that I love Fish n’ Chips but cannot stand dry fish or the taste of the oil. I can’t imagine eating small-sized fries... anyway, I’ve had quite a…

January 12, 2020 | Recommended | London

Creme Cookies: One of the World's Best Can Be Found in London

Desserts & Sweets | London UK Europe

UK

January 12, 2020

Desserts & Sweets

Creme Cookies: One of the World's Best Can Be Found in London

The Double Chocolate Cookie: A chocolate lover’s dream, made with dark chocolate cocoa and semi-sweet chips. This world-famous orgasmic cookie can make you scream indistinctly to the…

January 12, 2020 | Recommended | London

Kodawari Ramen: A Dream Place, Unique Decor & Good Food

Asian & Chinese | Paris France Europe

December 25, 2019

Asian & Chinese

Kodawari Ramen: A Dream Place, Unique Decor & Good Food

Many restaurants are made with style and where the decor is breathtaking... but this one is something else! I’ve been to places at the four corners of the world... this one is different!…

December 25, 2019 | Recommended | Paris

Maison Noura: Extraordinary Flavors of Lebanese Cuisine in Paris

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Paris France Europe

December 24, 2019

Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Maison Noura: Extraordinary Flavors of Lebanese Cuisine in Paris

Lebanese fine-dining cuisine has a new address in the heart of the French capital. Located a few meters from the world’s most famous avenue, The Champs Elysées, is Maison…

December 24, 2019 | Restaurants | Paris

OHANNES: The Food & The Chef... The Whole Experience

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

December 23, 2019

Lebanese/Middle Eastern

OHANNES: The Food & The Chef... The Whole Experience

Sometimes, when letters are not enough, all you have to do is express yourself in a video. I loved the food, enjoyed my time in the kitchen, smiled and learned new cooking tricks. One afternoon at…

December 23, 2019 | Recommended | Metn

Hakkasan: Delicious Cantonese Cuisine and Happy Vibes in London

Asian & Chinese | London UK Europe

UK

December 22, 2019

Asian & Chinese

Hakkasan: Delicious Cantonese Cuisine and Happy Vibes in London

It was eight already, walking on the street-facing Hakkasan... we tried our luck to book a table and it worked! It never works that fast... you can’t book a table at Hakkasan minutes before…

December 22, 2019 | Recommended | London

Hardware Société Paris: It’s Simply Great!!!!!

Breakfast & Coffee | Paris France Europe

December 21, 2019

Breakfast & Coffee

Hardware Société Paris: It’s Simply Great!!!!!

Again and again, I’m here because it’s the best breakfast place in Paris. From Melbourn to the highest point of the capital, under the stairs of The Sacre Coeur, let me introduce you to…

December 21, 2019 | International Cuisine | Paris

Lunch at Rojo: A Memorable Sunday with the Family in Beirut

International Cuisine | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

December 19, 2019

International Cuisine

Lunch at Rojo: A Memorable Sunday with the Family in Beirut

When a handful of local and international specialties are prepared in front of your eyes! When each one of the chefs has at least ten years of experience! When food is prepared with passion and love!…

December 19, 2019 | Recommended | Beirut

Lipp: Delicious Choucroute, Escalope, Mont Blanc and MilleFeuille in Geneva

French Food | Switzerland Europe

November 29, 2019

French Food

Lipp: Delicious Choucroute, Escalope, Mont Blanc and MilleFeuille in Geneva

If you are a traveler and visit Paris, often you should know aboutLipp. Also, open in Geneva, Lipp is the address for a good choucroute (Sauerkraut)... seafood and shellfish, cassoulet,…

November 29, 2019 | Recommended | Switzerland

Ze Fork On The Water: Excellent Food and Service in Vevey. Casual Gourmet Specialities

International Cuisine | Switzerland Europe

November 29, 2019

International Cuisine

Ze Fork On The Water: Excellent Food and Service in Vevey. Casual Gourmet Specialities

Facing the famous Fork of Vevey, Ze Fork is one of the city’s famous restaurants for its location, good food, and particular “trilogy” served on every plate. Choose the sea…

November 29, 2019 | Recommended | Switzerland

Hôtel des Bergues: Geneva’s Oldest and Luxurious Stay on the Lake

Hotels | Switzerland Europe

November 28, 2019

Hotels

Hôtel des Bergues: Geneva’s Oldest and Luxurious Stay on the Lake

One of Geneva’s finest hotels, located in the city’s heart and few meters from the shopping streets, old town, and watch manufacturers, welcomes you for a luxurious experience. Classy,…

November 28, 2019 | Recommended | Switzerland

MP’s Bar & Grill: Relaxing and Tasty Dinner in Montreux

Grill & BBQ | Switzerland Europe

November 25, 2019

Grill & BBQ

MP’s Bar & Grill: Relaxing and Tasty Dinner in Montreux

Part of many awards, MP’s is Montreux’s famous destination of good food and great vibes. A premium grill and excellent bar, spend happy moments with a view, surrounded by dimmed…

November 25, 2019 | Recommended | Switzerland

Piero TT; The Italian Eatery by Chef Pierre Gagnaire is a Must Try

Italian Food | Paris France Europe

November 24, 2019

Italian Food

Piero TT; The Italian Eatery by Chef Pierre Gagnaire is a Must Try

The Italian eatery by Pierre Gagnaire is not one of his starred establishments but a casual Italian bistro on Rue du Bac. A double-sided menu, simple offerings of which seven starters, four raw…

November 24, 2019 | Recommended | Paris

AO Izakaya; Top of the Line Japanese Fine Dining in Paris

Japanese & Sushi | Paris France Europe

November 24, 2019

Japanese & Sushi

AO Izakaya; Top of the Line Japanese Fine Dining in Paris

Found on the Michelin guide and described as being one of the best fine-dining Japanese restaurants of the capital, AO Isakaya welcomes you in a classy ambiance, warm lighting, and upscale decor…

November 24, 2019 | Recommended | Paris

Maison de la Truffe: Delicious Lunch & Excellent Gourmet Pizza

French Food | Paris France Europe

November 23, 2019

French Food

Maison de la Truffe: Delicious Lunch & Excellent Gourmet Pizza

The smell enchants your nostrils the minute you walk in. Travel along the display bar, before accessing the dining space: Maison de la Truffe, à restaurant since 1932 serving French…

November 23, 2019 | Recommended | Paris

Il Lago: Michelin Star Italian Restaurant in Geneva; A Memorable Experience

Guide Michelin | Switzerland Europe

November 22, 2019

Guide Michelin

Il Lago: Michelin Star Italian Restaurant in Geneva; A Memorable Experience

It’s not a secret that I’m a fan of Italian cuisine and since I loved the restaurant vibes at breakfast, we planned a goodbye dinner at Il Lago, The Four Season’s Michelin Starred…

November 22, 2019 | Italian Food | Switzerland

Fauchon L’Hotel: I’ve Been Here Two Times and Loving It

Hotels | Paris France Europe

November 22, 2019

Hotels

Fauchon L’Hotel: I’ve Been Here Two Times and Loving It

After spending memorable time at this particular hotel last year, I couldn’t but book again three nights when visiting Paris. I loved everything about Fauchon L’Hotel starting by the…

November 22, 2019 | Recommended | Paris

Paname Beirut: Meet For Lunch, Leave Happy and Satisfied

French Food | Beirut Central District Beirut Lebanon Middle East

November 10, 2019

French Food

Paname Beirut: Meet For Lunch, Leave Happy and Satisfied

Calm, peace and serenity in the heart of Beirut's chic streets, Paname has become the get together of the capital's businessmen. Women meet up place, businessmen or just friends, Paname's vibes…

November 10, 2019 | Recommended | Beirut Central District

BURGUNDY: Beirut's Finest Culinary Experience

French Food | Beirut Central District Beirut Lebanon Middle East

November 06, 2019

French Food

BURGUNDY: Beirut's Finest Culinary Experience

Walk into a calm, peaceful, and serene dark space that's lightly lit. Listen to the faded music in the background, people's whispers... Look around and see the bar and its action while the owner…

November 06, 2019 | Recommended | Beirut Central District

Délice La Brasserie at Sofitel Munich: A Memorable Dinner

French Food | Germany Europe

October 27, 2019

French Food

Délice La Brasserie at Sofitel Munich: A Memorable Dinner

Recommended by the Michelin guide, Délice La Brasserie, located at the Sofitel Munich, is where I chose to have dinner tonight. Drench perfection in the heart of Munich; La Brasserie is much…

October 27, 2019 | Recommended | Germany

The Sofitel Munich is a Marvelous Art Masterpiece, a Pleasant Stay and Premium Breakfast

Hotels | Germany Europe

October 27, 2019

Hotels

The Sofitel Munich is a Marvelous Art Masterpiece, a Pleasant Stay and Premium Breakfast

Art, art is everywhere, and the architect who designed this hotel definitely deserves an award. It’s magic from the minute you step foot inside this living gallery of colors and shapes. A…

October 27, 2019 | Recommended | Germany

My Name is LEBANON...

Mechwar Videos | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

October 26, 2019

Mechwar Videos

My Name is LEBANON...

What’s your name they ask me, I say Lebanon. Yes, my name is Lebanon! Today, Lebanon is at its turnin

October 26, 2019 | Popular | Lebanon

Levent Borek Adana: One of the Tastiest Things I've Ever Tasted!

Bread & Bakeries | Turkey Middle East

Middle East

October 25, 2019

Bread & Bakeries

Levent Borek Adana: One of the Tastiest Things I've Ever Tasted!

Börek is a family of baked filled pastries made of a thin flaky dough such as phyllo, of Anatolian origins, and also found in the cuisines of the Balkans, the Caucasus, Levant,…

October 25, 2019 | Recommended | Turkey

The Sofitel Berlin: A Recommended Hôtel for You and Your Kids

Hotels | Germany Europe

October 23, 2019

Hotels

The Sofitel Berlin: A Recommended Hôtel for You and Your Kids

A Hotel is all about the details, every single detail that makes your stay a unique one to remember. It’s the location at first, and then comes the pampering, the welcoming, the room amenities,…

October 23, 2019 | Recommended | Germany

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 | Recommended | Achrafieh

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

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…

October 18, 2019 | Italian Food | Tripoli

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

Popular | Istanbul Turkey Middle East

September 23, 2019

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

Bocca Di Bacco: A Guaranteed Pleasant Italian Dining Experience in Berlin

Italian Food | Germany Europe

September 22, 2019

Italian Food

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 | Recommended | Germany

Ioki: An Excellent Sushi in Istanbul

Asian & Chinese | Istanbul Turkey Middle East

September 21, 2019

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 | 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 | 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 | Recommended | 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 | Istanbul

Mangerie Bebek: Excellent Breakfast Loaded with Flavors

Breakfast & Coffee | Istanbul Turkey Middle East