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Add Magic to Your Starbucks Experience this Year

As the originators of the holiday coffee cup, the arrival of Starbucks festive cup design is emblematic of the start of the holiday season. And this year, as part of ongoing sustainability…

November 14, 2020

Cheetos Takes Popcorn to a Whole New Level

Cheetos is a favorite among snackers. People love the delicious cheesy dust that stains on their fingertips after enjoying a bag of Cheetos, the red dust is famosly called Cheetle. Today, a new kind…

January 18, 2020

City Sightseeing Is Finally Debuting in Beirut: Lebanon's Tourism Sector is Flourishing!

It has been a habit for me to start my travel discoveries by taking a city tour in one of these red buses. World famous City-Sightseeing tour buses have always satisfied my curiosity and…

April 25, 2019 | Travel & Tourism

Cheers... And Connect the Dots

There's a trend lately with interactive packaging, and I think this is going to be something that's going to develop further in the future, taking design to the next level. Here's a fun one to check…

March 27, 2018 | Spotted Stories

FELICE VARINI, Panoramas exhibition at Beaugrenelle Paris

Both an entrance to the 15th arrondissement and a window onto the Seine, Beaugrenelle is above all a vibrant and exciting venue. An architectural work of art and a new attraction in this…

September 28, 2017 | Paris

Will Your Next Glass of Wine Be Blue?

Try to forget everything you know about wine. Try to unlearn the hundreds

June 24, 2016

A New Kind of Apple: Meet the Red Prince

A new English apple variety that ‘matures in taste like a fine wine’ is set to transform the UK apple industry this year and the world maybe soon, after all Granny Smith apples…

June 03, 2016

A New Look for the Golden Arches

The last time McDonald's redesigned its global packaging was in 2013 featuring a collage of QR codes, slogans, illustrations, and symbols - the idea then was to express storytelling using graphics.…

January 08, 2016

It's Hot... Keep the Sangrias Coming

It's getting warmer and warmer and that means sangria is on the menu. This combination of wine and fruit aims for refreshment and fun; but know that sangria is a serious drink and even now has its…

May 01, 2015 | Spotted Stories

Listen to the Red Label 'Boldest Glass'

Johnnie Walker might be one of the oldest whisky brands, but that hasn't stopped it from trying to reinvent the way we drink the good stuff. Its latest endeavor is almost certainly its weirdest. The…

April 16, 2015 | News

There is no Love Sincerer than the Love of Food... Happy Valentine's

Valentine's, in my opinion, is a day we celebrate everything we love, everyone we love and all the little things that make our hearts jump... So if you're in a relationship or not, single and…

February 14, 2015

Some Love Snack: Wine Ice Cream Anyone?

I know it's cold... but some sharing of what's out there is essential... A typical scene from most movies: If you are going through a breakup, had a rough day or just generally were feeling down,…

February 13, 2015 | Ice Cream & Gelato

A Taste of Goodness Christmas Buche... Proceeds will Help Libami

"A Buche can help a family in need" A feast for the eyes! The designer buche imagined by Tony Ward, renowned couturier, for Fleur de Lys, gourmet caterer, will steal your attention this…

December 21, 2014

Keep Your Tea Bag Firmly in Place

Now you can keep your tea bag firmly in place with these fun and useful Tea Buttons! They're as cute as... a button and very useful!

July 31, 2014

Going Back in Time with Domaine des Tourelles

Coffee, Wine & Drinks | Bekaa Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

July 11, 2014

Going Back in Time with Domaine des Tourelles

Domain des Tourelles, the oldest commercial winery in Lebanon, is better known around town as the brand behind Arak Brun; the firm has been producing alcohol for the last 150 years. After my…

July 11, 2014 | Spotted Stories | Bekaa

Tabasco Spicy Chocolate: A Treat with Heat

Sugar, spice and all things nice – that’s what Tabasco Spicy Chocolate is made of. Not for little girls, this delectable treat has been created with a few drops of Tabasco’s fiery…

May 27, 2014 | Desserts & Sweets

What's the Difference Between Brown and White Eggs?

Do you know the difference between white and brown eggs? Here's a unique video created by the Buzzfeed team will help explain the difference between similar foods like yams and sweet potatoes,…

May 15, 2014

Edible Instagram and Social Media Icons

Beautiful and creative edible artworks made out of delicious food by talented Ukrainian artist Daryna Kossar.

May 12, 2014

Ronald McDonald Gets a New Look

Ronald McDonald has been having his fair share of bashing from people who accuse McDonald's of using him to market unhealthy fast food to kids. But starting in June, he'll take a bigger role in…

April 28, 2014

Chef'n Hullster: Remove Core Tomatoes Quickly

You are going to want the Chef'n Hullster tomato corer and huller -The Hullster which has been specifically designed to core tomatoes quickly.

April 07, 2014

Meet Little Doug: Your Little Helper in the Kitchen

Douglas is very protective of kitchen utensils, always on the look out to ensure they don't disappear into the soup or make a mess while lying around. He is a helpful companion around the kitchen,…

March 28, 2014

Ixsir: The Lebanese Winery of the Future

Coffee, Wine & Drinks | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

March 26, 2014

Ixsir: The Lebanese Winery of the Future

Ixsir is a Lebanese wine established in 2008 with a beautiful winery located just outside Batroun, North of Lebanon. The name is derived from the Arabic word for…

March 26, 2014 | Spotted Stories | North Lebanon

Your Instant Wine Cooler

Friends coming over unexpectedly? The Rav

March 15, 2014 | Food Gadgets

L'ÉCLAIR DE GÉNIE: Back for More Exquisite Flavors

Tasty Discoveries | Paris France Europe

France

February 24, 2014

L'ÉCLAIR DE GÉNIE: Back for More Exquisite Flavors

Looking for tasty discoveries, I recently came across L'Eclair de Genie in Paris and of course I had to pass by this favorite

February 24, 2014 | Paris

Batchig: I Still Love this Place...

Armenian Food | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

February 04, 2014

Batchig: I Still Love this Place...

The last time I tried Batchig was just a few weeks ago, and since then I have been counting the minutes to come back to this place again. I have been reliving the flavors and tastes of their various…

February 04, 2014 | Recommended | Antelias

Slicing Cherry Tomatoes in Half is Easier than You Think

Slicing cherry tomatoes individually can be kind of time consuming. While we're never opposed to just eating them whole, sometimes you've got to slice into them. Here's a quick tip for halving…

February 03, 2014

Condoms for your Wine Bottles - Interesting!

We’re not sure where to even start with this one. A new product for wine has everyone talking. Created by mother and son duo the product is called Wine Condom. Yes you heard right.

January 23, 2014 | Food Gadgets

Le Camion Qui Fume: Not Worth the Wait

Le Camion Qui Fume... What else. My search for the best burger in Paris wouldn't have been complete without trying the one and only burger truck, a place many have recommended I try. As the taxi…

January 19, 2014 | Street Food | Paris

Fountain Aerating Wine Glasses

Time and space is what's important today. The less clutter on the table the better... These Fountain Aerating Wine Glasses are perfect.

December 29, 2013 | Food Gadgets

Stay Jolly: Put Your Caps On!

Christmas is not over yet... Make your bottled wine jolly this holiday season with Wispy Beard Santa Wine Topper. See how cute your bottles will be with these bearded Old Saint Nick, decked out in…

December 28, 2013

Mum & I: Burgers, Pizzas, Music... A Special Dinner Ambiance

American | Badaro Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

October 24, 2013

Mum & I: Burgers, Pizzas, Music... A Special Dinner Ambiance

Mum&I is a unique restaurant that opened in March 2012 offering Beirut’s culinary connoisseurs with the finest homemade food. The owner, Samia Massoud, who learned a handful of recipes…

October 24, 2013 | Burgers | Badaro

How Sexy is This? Fifty Shades of Grey Wines

Who hasn't heard of the Fifty Shades of Grey trilogy... if you haven't read it, I'm sure someone you know has... But the story here is that E.L. James, the author of Fifty Shades of Grey has launched…

September 28, 2013 | Spotted Stories

Add Magic to Your Starbucks Experience this Year

Cheetos Takes Popcorn to a Whole New Level

City Sightseeing Is Finally Debuting in Beirut: Lebanon's Tourism Sector is Flourishing!

Cheers... And Connect the Dots

FELICE VARINI, Panoramas exhibition at Beaugrenelle Paris

News | Paris France Europe

Will Your Next Glass of Wine Be Blue?

A New Kind of Apple: Meet the Red Prince

A New Look for the Golden Arches

It's Hot... Keep the Sangrias Coming

Listen to the Red Label 'Boldest Glass'

There is no Love Sincerer than the Love of Food... Happy Valentine's

Some Love Snack: Wine Ice Cream Anyone?

A Taste of Goodness Christmas Buche... Proceeds will Help Libami

Keep Your Tea Bag Firmly in Place

Going Back in Time with Domaine des Tourelles

Coffee, Wine & Drinks | Bekaa Lebanon Middle East

Tabasco Spicy Chocolate: A Treat with Heat

What's the Difference Between Brown and White Eggs?

Edible Instagram and Social Media Icons

Ronald McDonald Gets a New Look

Chef'n Hullster: Remove Core Tomatoes Quickly

Meet Little Doug: Your Little Helper in the Kitchen

Ixsir: The Lebanese Winery of the Future

Coffee, Wine & Drinks | North Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Your Instant Wine Cooler

L'ÉCLAIR DE GÉNIE: Back for More Exquisite Flavors

Tasty Discoveries | Paris France Europe

Batchig: I Still Love this Place...

Armenian Food | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Slicing Cherry Tomatoes in Half is Easier than You Think

Condoms for your Wine Bottles - Interesting!

Le Camion Qui Fume: Not Worth the Wait

Burgers | Paris France Europe

Fountain Aerating Wine Glasses

Stay Jolly: Put Your Caps On!

Mum & I: Burgers, Pizzas, Music... A Special Dinner Ambiance

American | Badaro Beirut Lebanon Middle East

How Sexy is This? Fifty Shades of Grey Wines

Meet the New Platinum Label from Johnnie Walker

Self-Chilling Wine Glasses

Coca Cola Flavored Wine. Thoughts?