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December 29, 2019

Rivié; A Vibrant Space in Paris

I just landed in Paris and felt like having a hefty breakfast. Would I find the restaurant that will detrone "Hardware…

December 29, 2019 | French Food | Paris Breakfast & Coffee

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

Breakfast & Coffee | Paris France Europe

December 21, 2019

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…

December 21, 2019 | International Cuisine | Paris Breakfast & Coffee

Holborn: Breakfast at The Rosewood Hôtel London

Breakfast & Coffee | London UK Europe

December 20, 2019

Holborn: Breakfast at The Rosewood Hôtel London

If you have your breakfast package included with the hotel stay, this is where you're kicking off your day. The Holborn, The…

December 20, 2019 | Restaurants | London Breakfast & Coffee

Breakfast at Hotel des Bergues Geneva: Upscale and Refined

Breakfast & Coffee | Switzerland Europe

November 23, 2019

Breakfast at Hotel des Bergues Geneva: Upscale and Refined

Refined is the best word describing breakfast at the luxurious and iconic, hotel des Bergues of Geneva. Served at the fine-dining…

November 23, 2019 | Recommended | Switzerland Breakfast & Coffee

Breakfast at Fauchon L’Hotel in Paris: Last Year Was Better

Breakfast & Coffee | Paris France Europe

November 22, 2019

Breakfast at Fauchon L’Hotel in Paris: Last Year Was Better

In December 2018, I spent three memorable nights at the Fauchon, which was still at its opening days. Back then, I thought that…

November 22, 2019 | Hotels | Paris Breakfast & Coffee

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

Hotels | Germany Europe

October 23, 2019

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…

October 23, 2019 | Recommended | Germany Hotels

Delicatessen: Classical Music and Great Breakfast in Istanbul

Breakfast & Coffee | Istanbul Turkey Middle East

Turkey

September 17, 2019

Delicatessen: Classical Music and Great Breakfast in Istanbul

Oh, My Goodness! When I think that’s, I’ve been to the best breakfast place in town; another pops up!…

September 17, 2019 | Recommended | Istanbul Breakfast & Coffee

Tasty, Varied, Generous and Professional... Breakfast in Beirut! The Four Seasons Hotel

Breakfast & Coffee | Beirut Central District Beirut Lebanon Middle East

September 17, 2019

Tasty, Varied, Generous and Professional... Breakfast in Beirut! The Four Seasons Hotel

On the second floor of the Four Seasons Hotel is where mornings have another meaning. I've been here half a dozen times already…

September 17, 2019 | International Cuisine | Beirut Central District Breakfast & Coffee

Breakfast at the Hilton Downtown: Good Food, Good Mood in the Heart of Beirut

Breakfast & Coffee | Beirut Central District Beirut Lebanon Middle East

April 20, 2019

Breakfast at the Hilton Downtown: Good Food, Good Mood in the Heart of Beirut

A very long time ago, I can even remember when, probably before even graduating from dental school, I was asked to take photos of…

April 20, 2019 | Hotels | Beirut Central District Breakfast & Coffee

A Relaxing and Classy Breakfast at The Phoenicia Hotel, Malta

Breakfast & Coffee | Malta Europe

April 14, 2019

A Relaxing and Classy Breakfast at The Phoenicia Hotel, Malta

Served in the main hotel restaurant, breakfast opens at seven every morning proposing an open buffet of local and international…

April 14, 2019 | Hotels | Malta Breakfast & Coffee

Recommended: Breakfast at The Radisson Collection, Hotel Royal Copenhagen

Breakfast & Coffee | Copenhagen Europe

February 23, 2019

Recommended: Breakfast at The Radisson Collection, Hotel Royal Copenhagen

Bravo! Bravo! Bravo! Endless choices of food, presented on a beautiful upscale buffet, in a great restaurant blending perfection,…

February 23, 2019 | Hotels | Copenhagen Breakfast & Coffee

Twinkie: American English Breakfast with French Influences in Paris

Breakfast & Coffee | Paris France Europe

February 10, 2019

Twinkie: American English Breakfast with French Influences in Paris

After experience three not-so-good breakfast experiences this morning, I ended my tour at Twinkie. I liked the place from the…

February 10, 2019 | Recommended | Paris Breakfast & Coffee

Breakfast at Relais & Chateaux, Hotel Bülow Palais in Dresden: Perfection in the Details

Breakfast & Coffee | Germany Europe

January 20, 2019

Breakfast at Relais & Chateaux, Hotel Bülow Palais in Dresden: Perfection in the Details

When you’re dining in a starred restaurant enchanted by soothing music when luxury is the moto and style is the general…

January 20, 2019 | Recommended | Germany Breakfast & Coffee

SmetanaQ Cafe: Delicious Avocado Benedict and Carrot Cake in Prague

Breakfast & Coffee | Prague Czech Republic Europe

Czech Republic

January 20, 2019

SmetanaQ Cafe: Delicious Avocado Benedict and Carrot Cake in Prague

Food is awesome! But unfortunately, I can’t say the same about welcoming and attention. Few speak English, half the tables…

January 20, 2019 | Restaurants | Prague Breakfast & Coffee

My Favorite Eggs Benedict Discoveries From Around the World: 21 Mouthwatering Dishes

Breakfast & Coffee

January 11, 2019

My Favorite Eggs Benedict Discoveries From Around the World: 21 Mouthwatering Dishes

Eggs Benedict, also informally known as Eggs Benny, is a traditional American breakfast or brunch dish that consists of two…

January 11, 2019 | Recommended Breakfast & Coffee

Breakfast in Paris: My Top 10 List

Breakfast & Coffee | Paris France Europe

January 02, 2019

Breakfast in Paris: My Top 10 List

I felt it, I was sure this morning's breakfast was going to be majestic... I pushed the door open on to a tiny space and a bar…

January 02, 2019 | Popular | Paris Breakfast & Coffee

Hardware Société: Paris’ Perfect Breakfast Treat

Breakfast & Coffee | Paris France Europe

December 24, 2018

Hardware Société: Paris’ Perfect Breakfast Treat

A restaurant I consider to be one of the top three breakfast destinations in Paris served come amazing creations that will leave…

December 24, 2018 | International Cuisine | Paris Breakfast & Coffee

Baker & Spice: Breakfast on the Fountain in Dubai

Breakfast & Coffee | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East

UAE

November 24, 2018

Baker & Spice: Breakfast on the Fountain in Dubai

When you see a dirty glass on the fridge display, you don’t know what to expect. When you sit and enjoy the food, your…

November 24, 2018 | Recommended | Dubai Breakfast & Coffee

The Hardware Société Paris: When Food Has Another Meaning! The Lobster Benedict Rocks

Bread & Bakeries | Paris France Europe

October 14, 2018

The Hardware Société Paris: When Food Has Another Meaning! The Lobster Benedict Rocks

I came here not knowing what to expect... I ended up ordering everything! The food is phenomenal.

October 14, 2018 | Breakfast & Coffee | Paris Bread & Bakeries

Lobo 8; The Tastiest, and Sexiest, Gourmet Eggs Benedict, are Found in Madrid

Breakfast & Coffee | Madrid Spain Europe

Spain

September 19, 2018

Lobo 8; The Tastiest, and Sexiest, Gourmet Eggs Benedict, are Found in Madrid

For me, breakfast is the most important part of a trip: I travel to have breakfast, choose my hotels accordingly and make it a…

September 19, 2018 | Recommended | Madrid Breakfast & Coffee

Breakfast at Le Gray in Beirut: Enjoy The View and Have Delicious Spinach Eggs Benedict

Breakfast & Coffee | Beirut Central District Beirut Lebanon Middle East

September 06, 2018

Breakfast at Le Gray in Beirut: Enjoy The View and Have Delicious Spinach Eggs Benedict

Reach the hotel and take the elevator up to the sixth floor where Indigo welcomes you with a fresh touch of finesse and luxury…

September 06, 2018 | Hotels | Beirut Central District Breakfast & Coffee

Breakfast at Gramercy Kitchen New York: Coffee and Fresh Vibes

Breakfast & Coffee | New York USA Americas

June 18, 2018

Breakfast at Gramercy Kitchen New York: Coffee and Fresh Vibes

Modern and chic, The Gramercy Kitchen open on 17th and 3rd is here to make you happy before starting your day. With glass facades…

June 18, 2018 | Restaurants | New York Breakfast & Coffee

Breakfast at De L’Europe hotel Amsterdam

Breakfast & Coffee | Amsterdam Holland Europe

Holland

May 13, 2018

Breakfast at De L’Europe hotel Amsterdam

Starting my day on the canal in Amsterdam, seated by the window and enjoying a luxurious breakfast, I wished time stopped. Fresh…

May 13, 2018 | Hotels | Amsterdam Breakfast & Coffee

My New Favorite Breakfast Experience: Hotel Kempinski Beirut

Breakfast & Coffee | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

April 30, 2018

My New Favorite Breakfast Experience: Hotel Kempinski Beirut

Breakfast at The Kempinski is served at Candelabra, a restaurant with a high ceiling and many glass facades which leave enough…

April 30, 2018 | Hotels | Beirut Breakfast & Coffee

Beirut's Richest Breakfast; Check the Pictures!

Breakfast & Coffee | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

January 14, 2018

Beirut's Richest Breakfast; Check the Pictures!

Been there, done that several times already and still visit for a guaranteed experience of satisfaction. As rich as it…

January 14, 2018 | Recommended | Beirut Breakfast & Coffee

Sadelle’s New York: The Unique Caramel Sticky Bun

Breakfast & Coffee | New York USA Americas

October 28, 2017

Sadelle’s New York: The Unique Caramel Sticky Bun

You’ll feel transported from the minute you walk in, welcomed by the salmon and caviar bar action, the big communal table,…

October 28, 2017 | International Cuisine | New York Breakfast & Coffee

Breakfast at The Warwick San Francisco

Breakfast & Coffee | San Francisco California USA Americas

California

October 17, 2017

Breakfast at The Warwick San Francisco

Down at the Warwick is a restaurant called Bota. It is divided into two rooms, both with chandeliers and reflective mirrors.…

October 17, 2017 | Hotels | San Francisco Breakfast & Coffee

10 Favorite Spots: New York's Best Breakfast Experiences

News | New York USA Americas

June 24, 2017

10 Favorite Spots: New York's Best Breakfast Experiences

I can't get enough of New York... I have been there probably a six or seven times already in less than a year; and each…

June 24, 2017 | Popular | New York News

Breakfast at The Four Seasons Hotel New York Left Me Speechless!

Breakfast & Coffee | New York USA Americas

May 17, 2017

Breakfast at The Four Seasons Hotel New York Left Me Speechless!

What an amazing place! It's a dream hotel called Four Seasons New York. Words are not enough to describe my fascination for this…

May 17, 2017 | Hotels | New York Breakfast & Coffee

Your Ultimate Breakfast Experience at the Four Seasons Beirut

Breakfast & Coffee | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

March 24, 2017

Your Ultimate Breakfast Experience at the Four Seasons Beirut

On the second floor of the Four Seasons Hotel is where mornings have another meaning. I've been here half a dozen times already…

March 24, 2017 | Recommended | Beirut Breakfast & Coffee

Lafayette New York: Stylish Eggs Benedict and Heartwarming Pancakes

Breakfast & Coffee | New York USA Americas

January 20, 2017

Lafayette New York: Stylish Eggs Benedict and Heartwarming Pancakes

A Parisienne cafe welcomes you in the heart of New York, a place close to Balthazar serving some good food in a French ambiance.…

January 20, 2017 | French Food | New York Breakfast & Coffee

The Park South Hotel New York: An Enjoyable Stay and Awesome Breakfast!

Breakfast & Coffee | New York USA Americas

January 17, 2017

The Park South Hotel New York: An Enjoyable Stay and Awesome Breakfast!

What do you expect from a four star hotel? Nothing less than professionalism, a warm welcome, a relaxing stay, a comfortable bed…

January 17, 2017 | Hotels | New York Breakfast & Coffee

Ladurée: A Fine French Breakfast at Orly Airport in Paris

Airports | Paris France Europe

January 13, 2017

Ladurée: A Fine French Breakfast at Orly Airport in Paris

Orly airport is truly unique and more of a mall than an airport. Walk by Ladurée, La Maison du Chocolat, Cafe Pouchkin and…

January 13, 2017 | Breakfast & Coffee | Paris Airports

Balthazar: French Vibes in New York

Breakfast & Coffee | New York USA Americas

August 06, 2016

Balthazar: French Vibes in New York

One of my favorite French restaurants today is definitely Balthazar. I first tried their French finesse in London and was so…

August 06, 2016 | French Food | New York Breakfast & Coffee

Breakfast at The Marriott Essex House NYC: The Best Eggs Benedict!

Breakfast & Coffee | New York USA Americas

July 27, 2016

Breakfast at The Marriott Essex House NYC: The Best Eggs Benedict!

Southgate Bar & Restaurant, located at New York's Marriott Essex hotel, offers a variety of unique, delicious flavors in an…

July 27, 2016 | Hotels | New York Breakfast & Coffee

Benedict: A Restaurant Built Around Eggs!

French Food | Paris France Europe

April 08, 2016

Benedict: A Restaurant Built Around Eggs!

I just can’t forget the tasty flavors of Paris’ best ice cream. I arrived to Paris for a couple of hours and wanted…

April 08, 2016 | Restaurants | Paris French Food

Balthazar London: The Superb French Breakfast Place

Breakfast & Coffee | London UK Europe

February 05, 2016

Balthazar London: The Superb French Breakfast Place

Balthazar, located in the heart of Covent Garden, is a magical space indeed. It’s a warm space, with rugged mirrors…

February 05, 2016 | Recommended | London Breakfast & Coffee

Ferdinand Doesn't Cease to Amaze Me

American | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

September 26, 2015

Ferdinand Doesn't Cease to Amaze Me

Back in November of 2014 the experience started with a smile and ended with one. We were welcomed by the manager who ran to show…

September 26, 2015 | Recommended | Hamra & Verdun American

The Four Seasons Five Star Breakfast: Lebanon's Best

Breakfast & Coffee | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

September 13, 2015

The Four Seasons Five Star Breakfast: Lebanon's Best

When you plan to visit the best breakfast spot in Beirut, believe me you won't be getting much sleep the night before. I dreamt…

September 13, 2015 | Recommended | Beirut Breakfast & Coffee

Sarabeth's: Not Worth the Hype

Breakfast & Coffee | New York USA Americas

July 06, 2015

Sarabeth's: Not Worth the Hype

One can't come to New York and visit Sarabeth's, at least that's what I've heard. Craving some fine eggs Benedict or a hefty…

July 06, 2015 | Restaurants | New York Breakfast & Coffee

Meito: Generous and Good Looking Plates, but...

Breakfast & Coffee | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

April 10, 2015

Meito: Generous and Good Looking Plates, but...

What triggered my curiosity about this place is their logo, colors and kind of freshness you feel while looking at their…

April 10, 2015 | Restaurants | Beirut Breakfast & Coffee

Breakfast at Casper&Gambini's ABC Achrafieh

Breakfast & Coffee | Achrafieh Beirut Lebanon Middle East

April 06, 2015

Breakfast at Casper&Gambini's ABC Achrafieh

My last visit to Casper&Gambini's (C&G) ABC Dbayeh was a great one. I remember enjoying a sandwich that made it into…

April 06, 2015 | Restaurants | Achrafieh Breakfast & Coffee

Clinton Street Baking Company Now In Dubai

News

May 08, 2014

Clinton Street Baking Company Now In Dubai

The New York City’s famous and award winning Clinton Street Baking Company has opened its doors in the Burj Views,…

May 08, 2014 News

Cafe Rouge London: Red for 'Avoid'

Breakfast & Coffee | London UK Europe

May 02, 2014

Cafe Rouge London: Red for 'Avoid'

Cafe Rouge, located in the heart of Leicester Square, is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. One of the landmark cafes of…

May 02, 2014 | Restaurants | London Breakfast & Coffee

Breakfast at The Hoxton hotel, London

Breakfast & Coffee | London UK Europe

April 29, 2014

Breakfast at The Hoxton hotel, London

We arrived in London and were staying at the Hoxton Hotel, situated in a busy neighborhood of the capital. The first impression…

April 29, 2014 | Restaurants | London Breakfast & Coffee

Reconfirming: The Best Breakfast You Can Have in Lebanon

Breakfast & Coffee | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

April 12, 2014

Reconfirming: The Best Breakfast You Can Have in Lebanon

What a beautiful day. It was 9am on an awesome sunny morning when we reached The Four Seasons hotel. With a big smile on her…

April 12, 2014 | Recommended | Beirut Breakfast & Coffee

Laduree: Eggs Benedict with a French Touch

Breakfast & Coffee | Paris France Europe

March 05, 2014

Laduree: Eggs Benedict with a French Touch

It was 8am and we were meeting my wife's cousin Michel for breakfast. We decided to meet at Laduree, a place we've been meaning…

March 05, 2014 | French Food | Paris Breakfast & Coffee

Breakfast at The Westin Hotel, Dublin: Muffins Like Never Before

Reviews | Ireland Europe