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Co-Parenting with Purpose - Building a Strong Foundation for Your Children

Co-parenting is the practice of raising children collaboratively after separation or divorce, which is both a challenge and an opportunity. It requires cooperation, patience and a shared commitment…

August 01, 2024

Beyond Work and Into Play: Creating Unforgettable Family-Friendly Restaurant Staff Celebrations

Restaurants are popular spaces for celebration. It’s really important to make certain your staff aren’t only serving other people’s celebratory needs, though. By regularly taking…

November 04, 2023

Traveling With Kids ? 10 Tips for a Great Family Vacation

Traveling solo and with family are fundamentally very different. Where you need to be cautious about your own safety and comfort in a solo voyage, you must be very careful about your family and their…

November 09, 2022

Family Safari: Destinations You Won't Regret

News

August 12, 2022

News

Family Safari: Destinations You Won't Regret

Does your family holiday destination suggestions no longer elicit any excitement? Surely you saw an eye roll from one of the kids when you announced the holiday plans. Well, good things can…

August 12, 2022

Family Farmers, Feeding the World, Caring for the Earth

News

May 13, 2020

News

Family Farmers, Feeding the World, Caring for the Earth

Family farming includes all family-based agricultural activities, and it is linked to several areas of rural development. Family farming is a means of organizing agricultural, forestry, fisheries,…

May 13, 2020

EGGS: Scrambled, Sunny Side Up, With Cheese, Awarma or Tomatoes: A Great Way to Start Your Day

Breakfast & Coffee

May 13, 2020

Breakfast & Coffee

EGGS: Scrambled, Sunny Side Up, With Cheese, Awarma or Tomatoes: A Great Way to Start Your Day

The science is clear that up to 3 whole eggs per day are perfectly safe for healthy people. Summary Eggs consistently raise HDL (the “good”) cholesterol. For 70% of people, there is no…

May 13, 2020 | Tasty Discoveries

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

International Cuisine | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

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

Casa de Thoum: I Loved the Room, the Bed, the Guesthouse and Tasty Breakfast

Hotels | Batroun North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

North Lebanon

September 03, 2019

Hotels

Casa de Thoum: I Loved the Room, the Bed, the Guesthouse and Tasty Breakfast

I've been places, toured around Lebanon, visited dozens of guesthouses and this one makes it on the TOP5 list. One of the best and most enjoyable stays to date, Casa de Thoum will offer you and…

September 03, 2019 | Recommended | Batroun

Shallalat Nabeh Merched: Excellent Lebanese Food Served in Paradise! A Must Try

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Shouf Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

August 19, 2019

Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Shallalat Nabeh Merched: Excellent Lebanese Food Served in Paradise! A Must Try

After the last visit to “Nabeh Merched” to film an episode, I promised to come again with my family. A little paradise on earth, in the heart of Lebanon’s greenest region, spending…

August 19, 2019 | Recommended | Shouf

Lunch at Ixsir: Calm and Good Wine!

International Cuisine | Batroun North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

North Lebanon

February 25, 2019

International Cuisine

Lunch at Ixsir: Calm and Good Wine!

Handled by Nicolas Audi, Ixsir welcomes you for lunch, especially on a Sunday. Drive up to Basbina, enjoy the beautiful scenery, sip a glass of wine, walk around the trees and taste Nicolas…

February 25, 2019 | Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Batroun

Abou Daoud Bakery, Jdeideh: One of the Best Manakish Ever!

Breakfast & Coffee | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

February 18, 2019

Breakfast & Coffee

Abou Daoud Bakery, Jdeideh: One of the Best Manakish Ever!

It's definitely the welcoming, the happiness and positive vibes... followed by a bite, one single bite and you will fall in love. Abou Daoud is a homey and traditional Lebanese bakery…

February 18, 2019 | Manakish | Metn

Spending Sunday with Your Kids: Some Ideas to Have Breakfast, Lunch or Brunch

Hotels | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

January 06, 2019

Hotels

Spending Sunday with Your Kids: Some Ideas to Have Breakfast, Lunch or Brunch

While my kids grow older searching for places to take them has been a primordial thing every weekend. Where do we take them? What activities are there? Are they good enough? Are they kids…

January 06, 2019 | Popular | Lebanon

Al Sultan Brahim: Lebanese Seafood Mezze in Jounieh

Fish & Seafood | Jounieh Keserwan Lebanon Middle East

Keserwan

November 18, 2018

Fish & Seafood

Al Sultan Brahim: Lebanese Seafood Mezze in Jounieh

Considered to be one of the high-end Lebanese restaurants in Lebanon and winner of the best restaurant in the Middle East, Al Sultan Brahim has been preserving the taste of our local heritage for…

November 18, 2018 | Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Jounieh

AirBnB: Heima Homes Puerta del Sol - Plaza Santa Ana, Madrid. A Family Home

Hotels | Madrid Spain Europe

Spain

October 13, 2018

Hotels

AirBnB: Heima Homes Puerta del Sol - Plaza Santa Ana, Madrid. A Family Home

The Prado He

October 13, 2018 | Travel & Tourism | Madrid

Cafeteria on the Roof: The Restaurant at Corte Ingles Madrid

International Cuisine | Madrid Spain Europe

Spain

September 17, 2018

International Cuisine

Cafeteria on the Roof: The Restaurant at Corte Ingles Madrid

Nestled on the seventh floor at the famous Corte Ingles in the heart of Madrid, the restaurant is visited by the locals and tourists alike. Older people mostly, come here for the service, the food,…

September 17, 2018 | Restaurants | Madrid

Settler’s: A Family Diner Since 1985

Breakfast & Coffee | New York USA Americas

USA

August 19, 2018

Breakfast & Coffee

Settler’s: A Family Diner Since 1985

Located in downtown Batavia, NY, Settler's is conveniently situated midway between Rochester and Buffalo in the center of Western New York. Settler's is a family owned restaurant and has been…

August 19, 2018 | Recommended | New York

Al Ferdaws Ehden: Kebbeh b Chahme and Jebneh Darfiyeh

Restaurants | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

August 05, 2018

Restaurants

Al Ferdaws Ehden: Kebbeh b Chahme and Jebneh Darfiyeh

The restaurant of my childhood, the famous Al Ferdaws, is “the restaurant” to visit in Ehden for great “Kebbeh b Sha7me”, “Jebneh Darfiyyeh” and beyond. With a…

August 05, 2018 | Reviews | North Lebanon

Byblos Veronica: A Family Restaurant Serving Delicious Homey Food

International Cuisine | Jbeil Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

February 18, 2018

International Cuisine

Byblos Veronica: A Family Restaurant Serving Delicious Homey Food

It’s the story of a family, the story of Veronica and her sons. It’s a family affair celebrating happiness on a daily basis and serving great food prepared with a load of love and much…

February 18, 2018 | Recommended | Jbeil

Brunch at The Movenpick Beirut is a Great Family Choice

Hotels | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

January 18, 2018

Hotels

Brunch at The Movenpick Beirut is a Great Family Choice

Every Sunday, head to the Movenpick Beirut and indulge in one of the country’s richest lunch buffets. Divided into nine sections, it’s created to satisfy all cravings. Accompanied by my…

January 18, 2018 | Restaurants | Beirut

Our Family's Annual Christmas Feasts

Reviews | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

December 25, 2017

Reviews

Our Family's Annual Christmas Feasts

It has been a tradition to write about our family annual Christmas dinner spent at my in-laws. My mother-in-law has been enchanting our lives with her fantastic cooking ideas, and this festive dinner…

December 25, 2017 | Lebanon

Chateau Kefraya: An Escape in West Bekaa

International Cuisine | Bekaa Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

November 12, 2017

International Cuisine

Chateau Kefraya: An Escape in West Bekaa

The West Bekaa region has a rich cultural heritage and history. On your way from the Shouf region to Kefraya, don’t miss Al Shouf Cedar Nature Reserve and the 19th century Beit-Eddine Palace,…

November 12, 2017 | Restaurants | Bekaa

Lunch with the Kids at Casper ABC Dbayeh

International Cuisine | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

November 11, 2017

International Cuisine

Lunch with the Kids at Casper ABC Dbayeh

I never imagined that one day I could actually be enjoying lunch with three kids in the heart of a mall on a busy Sunday. Arrive early, secure a table and have yourself guided through the experience.…

November 11, 2017 | Restaurants | Dbayeh

Marriott Village d'Île de France: A Great Place for You and Your Kids

Hotels | Paris France Europe

France

September 29, 2017

Hotels

Marriott Village d'Île de France: A Great Place for You and Your Kids

When I planed to travel for a week with my kids, I couldn’t but think of Disneyland. When Disneyland in Paris is the closest of all parks and last year’s experience at The Marriott…

September 29, 2017 | Recommended | Paris

Disney Village Paris: Food and Entertainment in Disneyland

Travel & Tourism | Paris France Europe

France

September 25, 2017

Travel & Tourism

Disney Village Paris: Food and Entertainment in Disneyland

With a free entrance, come spend memorable time with your kids at Disney Village where a handful of restaurants, a panoramic air balloon and live entertainment await. Visiting Disneyland or not,…

September 25, 2017 | Paris

Digesting the Family Dinner Dynamic

Spotted Stories

August 26, 2017

Spotted Stories

Digesting the Family Dinner Dynamic

The ritual of eating together as a family has always been at risk from one thing or another. It’s not just smartphones and television that have been disrupting our meals together recently, our…

August 26, 2017

Lunch at Paradisos, Poros Island, Greece

Greek Food | Greece Europe

Europe

August 23, 2017

Greek Food

Lunch at Paradisos, Poros Island, Greece

One of the best experiences I had in Greece, a filling homey lunch yet very interesting. Located on the hills of Poros, Paradisos is a simple family owned restaurant, handled by the lady of the house…

August 23, 2017 | Grill & BBQ | Greece

Halloween Food Safety Tips for Parents

News

October 30, 2016

News

Halloween Food Safety Tips for Parents

Even though it’s not an official holiday, Halloween is much beloved by children and adults alike. What could be more fun than trick-or-treating, apple bobbing, or costume parties? To make sure…

October 30, 2016

Cherishing the Holly Month of Ramadan

News

June 18, 2016

News

Cherishing the Holly Month of Ramadan

We're half way through Ramadan and we're cherishing every moment of it... This holly month is a great time for family, traditions, giving, sharing... make everyday count, set a date with your…

June 18, 2016

Visit Tripoli Like a Foodie: Live Love Tripoli!

News | Tripoli North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

North Lebanon

May 09, 2016

News

Visit Tripoli Like a Foodie: Live Love Tripoli!

Driven by our love of Lebanon and her hidden corners, and inspired by NGNO, The Foodie’s Trail is a range of special tours around the country. Unlike anything on the market these tours allow…

May 09, 2016 | Travel & Tourism | Tripoli

Souk el Akel: A Family Event in Jamhour!

Events

April 18, 2016

Events

Souk el Akel: A Family Event in Jamhour!

We heard you've been waiting for us.. Well we're back !! Join us on the 24th of April In College Notre Dame de Jamhour fo

April 18, 2016 | Souk el Akel

La Vie en Rose: Sunday Lunch with the Family

Grill & BBQ | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

September 13, 2015

Grill & BBQ

La Vie en Rose: Sunday Lunch with the Family

Today, we were invited to a place called La Vie en Rose for lunch. I thought at first it was a wedding venue, but it seems they organize buffet lunches on Sundays. "O Bois" or "La Vie en Rose",…

September 13, 2015 | International Cuisine | Metn

Make it a Grand Day... Happy Grandparents Day

News

September 13, 2015

News

Make it a Grand Day... Happy Grandparents Day

Today is a super special day... It's Grandparents Day... so try to make it a grand one... Let's show our teta and jedo our appreciation for all they have done and given us... not to menti

September 13, 2015

Lunch at Beit Misk: Meet the Neighbors

International Cuisine | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

August 01, 2015

International Cuisine

Lunch at Beit Misk: Meet the Neighbors

Beit Misk was special this summer as it encouraged everyone to meet their neighbors through a weekly lunch get together at the Club House.

August 01, 2015 | Restaurants | Metn

Happy Eid Fitr Everyone... Wishing Peace to the World

News

July 28, 2014

News

Happy Eid Fitr Everyone... Wishing Peace to the World

Wishing all of my friends, readers and followers all the best on this special day. Enjoy Eid Fitr with your family and make sure to tell us what you're eating... and remember always share...

July 28, 2014 | Popular

Dad Creates Educational Pancakes For His Kids

Spotted Stories

May 14, 2014

Spotted Stories

Dad Creates Educational Pancakes For His Kids

Nathan Shields, a talented illustrator and math teacher currently living as a stay-at-home dad in Saipan, will teach you just how awesome it can be to play with your food. He uses his expert…

May 14, 2014

2013: Celebrate Easter Lunch with the Family

Surely you and your family are now thinking and contemplating where to book for lunch on Easter Day. It's always a dilemma. Isn’t it? Where can we go? Is there a place for the kids to play? Is…

March 27, 2013 | Top 10 List