Falafel is one of the most common street foods and family staples in the Middle East. And it’s enjoyed around the world! So what’s inside this Levantine vegetarian snack? Chickpeas and Falafel spices: coriander, cumin, cinnamon, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder.… The post The Infamous Falafel, its Origins and its Many Beautiful Forms appeared first on Traveling with Thyme ..read more

The #HummusForLebanon initiative gathering hummus from the world to Lebanon is in collaboration with Al Wadi Al Akhdar and No Garlic No Onions along with the 4 NGOs: SOS Lebanon, Himaya, Ayadina and Oumniati.… The post The #HummusForLebanon Initiative: Fight Hunger In Lebanon appeared first on Traveling with Thyme ..read more

Ask any tourist who has visited Lebanon and the first positive comment you’ll hear is related to – yep, you guessed it – food. Lebanese cuisine is well known to be one of the best cuisines around the world!… The post Al Wadi Al Akhdar: Lebanese Specialties from Lebanon appeared first on Traveling with Thyme ..read more

I personally never pass up the opportunity for trying out a new brunch in Beirut, especially when it involves innovative dishes in a cozy, beautiful location. So when Nawar – he’s the mastermind behind KOHO Vegan Eatery AND Detox Parlour (check out how I lost 6 kilos in just 10 days last summer 2018 and kept them off!)… The post There’s A New Vegan Brunch In Beirut Every Weekend At KOHO! appeared first on Traveling with Thyme ..read more

To say Blanca Café Bistro loves coffee is an understatement; they’re devoted to it. Are you a coffee lover? The charming Hamra café held a coffee workshop last month which I had the opportunity to host.… The post Blogger Coffee Workshop In Beirut At Blanca Café appeared first on Traveling with Thyme ..read more

We paid a visit to the charming village of Deir Al Qamar the other week for a relaxing weekend in the mountains of Chouf. Deir Al Oumara is quite a popular hotel among locals and visitors.… The post Deir Al Oumara: Staycation in Deir Al Qamar [Hotel Review] appeared first on Traveling with Thyme ..read more

We spent the perfect afternoon in Harissa and had lunch at this amazing Lebanese restaurant, Amar Restaurant Harissa on the way up. Amar Restaurant Harissa is the perfect food stop on the way to or from Our Lady of Lebanon. … The post Amar Restaurant Harissa: Lebanese Food With A View In Lebanon appeared first on Traveling with Thyme ..read more

I think it’s safe to assume that the entire Lebanese population loves Gandour – especially the celebrated chocolate wafer, UNICA. It’s part of every person’s childhood in Lebanon and with good reason too!… The post UNICA Signatures Chocolate by Gandour Lebanon [Product Review] appeared first on Traveling with Thyme ..read more

It’s hard not to fall in love with the prestigious Le Gray in Beirut. I’ve expressed my enthusiasm for this 5-star luxury hotel multiple times over the years and I’m pleased to proclaim that it just gets better.… The post Indigo Le Gray Beirut Has A Lavish New Menu Created By French Executive Chef Nicolas Herbault appeared first on Traveling with Thyme ..read more

As you step inside Afaf The Cake Lounge Gemmayze, you’re met with a cozy ambiance with soothing music playing in the background. And of course, CAKE. Delicate desserts in glass domes – almost too perfect to eat.… The post Afaf The Cake Lounge: Just Because… Cake appeared first on Traveling with Thyme ..read more