Visiting and Discovering the Algerian Capital

Travel & Tourism | Algeria Africa

Africa

July 04, 2013

Travel & Tourism

Visiting and Discovering the Algerian Capital

Last month, I got invited to lecture in Algiers, the Algerian capital. I knew nothing about this country. I was truly intrigued to go discover it - the country, its people, its food... After visiting…

July 04, 2013 | Algeria

Le Tantra: The Only Decent Food I've had in Alger

Fish & Seafood | Algeria Africa

Africa

June 03, 2013

Fish & Seafood

Le Tantra: The Only Decent Food I've had in Alger

The experiences in Alger have been worse one than the other until we landed at Le Tantra. This fine restaurant everybody in the country talks about. Located just next to

June 03, 2013 | French Food | Algeria

La Veranda Algeria: Nothing Seems to be Right Around Here

Fish & Seafood | Algeria Africa

Africa

June 01, 2013

Fish & Seafood

La Veranda Algeria: Nothing Seems to be Right Around Here

La Veranda is located in the region of Bois des Arcades where many supposedly fine restaurants are located. Considered to be one of the good places in town, was the first place I

June 01, 2013 | French Food | Algeria

Nour El Hani: A Decent and Tasty Pastry Shop in Algeria

Breakfast & Coffee | Algeria Africa

Africa

May 29, 2013

Breakfast & Coffee

Nour El Hani: A Decent and Tasty Pastry Shop in Algeria

I think so far now you got the picture. I was really hungry most of time during my stay in Algeria, until I experienced some yummy street food. Then I happily discovered

May 29, 2013 | Restaurants | Algeria

Al Yasmine Snack, El Djazira Hotel

International Cuisine | Algeria Africa

Africa

May 29, 2013

International Cuisine

Al Yasmine Snack, El Djazira Hotel

Al Yasmine Snack was my first encounter at an Algerian restaurant. Here I understood it all and knew that I was up for a treat in the next upcoming days. Even though it is called a 'Snack', it…

May 29, 2013 | Pizza | Algeria

Hippopotamus, Al Biar: Dirty, Disgusting and Unprofessional (Restaurant Closed)

French Food | Algeria Africa

Africa

May 28, 2013

French Food

Hippopotamus, Al Biar: Dirty, Disgusting and Unprofessional (Restaurant Closed)

This article is a call for immediate action to be taken by the international franchise: Dear Hippopotamus France, a horribly dirty mess represents your brand in Algeria! A disgrace, a shame to the…

May 28, 2013 | Grill & BBQ | Algeria

Le Petit Navire: Eating Delicious Seafood on the Sidewalk

Street Food | Algeria Africa

Africa

May 28, 2013

Street Food

Le Petit Navire: Eating Delicious Seafood on the Sidewalk

I am so passionate about street food and I wanted to discover as many hidden traditions in Algeria as time allows me during my three-day trip. Kouba, one of the areas of Alger, the capital of…

May 28, 2013 | Algeria

Garantita: More than a Simple Tradition, but Algeria's History in a Sandwich

Street Food | Algeria Africa

Africa

May 28, 2013

Street Food

Garantita: More than a Simple Tradition, but Algeria's History in a Sandwich

It was out of the question to leave this city without trying and experiencing some of Algeria's real food. I wanted to know more about this country... and since the food I have tried in so called…

May 28, 2013 | Tasty Discoveries | Algeria

Is This What They Call an International Airport?

Airports | Algeria Africa

Africa

May 28, 2013

Airports

Is This What They Call an International Airport?

What can I tell you about this airport? The first and last impression of a country. Small, tiny, minuscule duty free, with a trail of cigarettes smell all over the place. Badly conceived and dirty…

May 28, 2013 | Travel & Tourism | Algeria

Air Algerie Business Lounge: A Pure Disgrace

Airports | Algeria Africa

Africa

May 28, 2013

Airports

Air Algerie Business Lounge: A Pure Disgrace

I was thinking to myself, what are the minimal requirements for a business lounge: A reasonable choice of food, a decent relaxing sofa to sit on, some private corners to relax in before a flight, a…

May 28, 2013 | Travel & Tourism | Algeria

Hotel Saint George, El Djazair: A Vivid Idea of Algeria's History

Hotels | Algeria Africa

Africa

May 26, 2013

Hotels

Hotel Saint George, El Djazair: A Vivid Idea of Algeria's History

Opened in 1889, the Saint George hotel gives you a vivid impression of the history of Algeria, its culture and art. built on a site of a former Arab-Ottoman palace and surrounded by a luxuriant…

May 26, 2013 | Reviews | Algeria

Breakfast at The Saint George Hotel, Algeria: Bad

Breakfast & Coffee | Algeria Africa

Africa

May 26, 2013

Breakfast & Coffee

Breakfast at The Saint George Hotel, Algeria: Bad

Two days have already passed where I learned endless things about Algeria's wonders and traditions. Unfortunately good food is definitely not one of its wonders. I am desperately searching for…

May 26, 2013 | Restaurants | Algeria

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

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