Beirut, a city steeped in history and culture, is a culinary paradise. The city offers rich and diverse flavors of Lebanese cuisine. As a starter, you can get hummus, baba ghanoush, tabbouleh, and other mezzes with fresh pita bread.
Enjoy grilled dishes like shish taouk and kafta, or try
... Read moreBeirut, a city steeped in history and culture, is a culinary paradise. The city offers rich and diverse flavors of Lebanese cuisine. As a starter, you can get hummus, baba ghanoush, tabbouleh, and other mezzes with fresh pita bread.
Enjoy grilled dishes like shish taouk and kafta, or try the iconic kibbeh, a dish of ground meat and bulgur. Try Manakish, a flatbread topped with various ingredients, such as zaatar (a blend of thyme, sesame seeds, and sumac), cheese, or meat.
You can walk around markets like Souk el Tayeb and buy fresh food, spices, and traditional baked goods like baklava.
Don’t miss knefeh, a sweet and cheesy dessert served for breakfast. Beyond these iconic dishes, Beirut offers a diverse culinary scene, with influences from Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and European cuisines.
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