Community matters
On a recent trip to Lebanon, I sought out a tucked-away little café in east Beirut that has become renowned for its unique approach to showcasing the country’s diverse cuisine. The place invites the outside in with wildflower displays and local art throughout. Pride of place however goes to an extensive buffet table, with the chef – a no-nonsense grandmother from rural southern Lebanon – on hand to talk through the story of each dish. Every week a new chef from a different county – and this being Lebanon, religion and tribe – takes over the kitchen to serve up the traditional flavours from their… Read more
On a recent trip to Lebanon, I sought out a tucked-away little café in east Beirut that has become renowned for its unique approach to showcasing the country’s diverse cuisine. The place invites the outside in with wildflower displays and local art throughout. Pride of place however goes to an extensive buffet table, with the chef – a no-nonsense grandmother from rural southern Lebanon – on hand to talk through the story of each dish…. Read more
