At the height of Lebanon’s 15-year civil war, two great visionaries discovered a shared passion for their country and its food. We narrate the extraordinary story of Al Wadi Al Akhdar. …
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Food Heritage
Author, photographer, food consultant and TV host, Barbara Abdeni Assaad tells us a thing or two about pomegranate molasses. When lemon trees were scarce in Lebanon and the tangy taste, which…
Thankfully, Beirut has stepped up its game in recent years, with more restaurants offering brunch options and new eateries dedicated solely to our favorite intermediate meal.
Can the first coffee of the day really ‘tell’ what will happen to you for the rest of that day and well beyond into your future? Coffee reading has been around…
As the olive harvest season approaches, we learn more about one of Lebanon’s biggest industries.
The name is synonymous with Lebanese coffee culture, but how did it start? We take a trip back in time to tell the story of Café Younes.
Cherished for its distinctive taste and aroma, zaatar is one of Lebanon’s most flavorsome herbs.
Easter just wouldn’t be the same without maamoul. Traditionally stuffed with dates, walnuts and pistachios, we discover some of the tastiest — and most exciting — options on the market with our friends at Taste & Flavors, the ultimate online food and lifestyle reference.
The morning staple of the Middle East, foul is a firm favorite among the Lebanese. We take a look at this simple yet tasty dish served by Beirut’s street vendors and 24-hour restaurants.
Holidays in Lebanon often have a dessert associated with them. Zeinab Jeambey from the Food Heritage Foundation explores the tradition of kaak.