Mia Arawi

5 days ago | beirut.com | Taleen El Gharib |Mia Arawi

Gemmayze’s beloved bistro Le Trottoir de Paloma is expanding its charm beyond the sidewalk—this time with sun and spritz in hand. Paloma is teasing a new restaurant and pool bar in the heart of Beirut!Le Soleil De Paloma promises to be the ultimate escape from the city (without leaving the city), where you can catch some vitamin D and enjoy cocktails by the pool. While their Instagram hasn’t revealed much yet, we’re expecting signature Paloma vibes.

1 week ago | beirut.com | Taleen El Gharib |Mia Arawi

Few stars left a mark on Lebanon like the iconic Sabah. With over 50 albums, a musical archive of 4,000+ songs, and over 90 films, she defined an era of Arab entertainment. This June, Iyyam El Loulou—a tribute to Sabah’s legacy—takes the stage at Casino du Liban. After a successful Dalida tribute show, PIPELINE Productions returns with their next musical celebration honoring Lebanon’s beloved diva, Sabah, whose golden voice and bold spirit still echoes to this day.

1 week ago | beirut.com | Taleen El Gharib |Mia Arawi

Cover image: Rizky YT via Google Images. Steak frites lovers, Broumana’s iconic French Canteen is finally open in Beirut!Bringing its delicious steak frites experience to Starco, the new Beirut branch is located right next to US Coffee. The menu stays true to its Broumana roots, offering classic steak frites with herb or mushroom sauce options. Beyond steak, they also serve wagyu beef fillet, Australian black Angus ribeye, and even mouthwatering burgers.

2 weeks ago | beirut.com | Taleen El Gharib |Mia Arawi

Big news for civil rights in Lebanon: a judge just recognized the country’s first-ever online civil marriage. On May 22, Judge Fatima Majed ruled in favor of registering a civil marriage conducted virtually via Utah state law in the U.S. This marks the first time a remote civil wedding has received official recognition in Lebanon. Civil marriages in Lebanon are a tricky topic. The country doesn’t allow them to be performed locally. Couples usually fly abroad—most often to Cyprus—to tie the knot.

2 weeks ago | beirut.com | Taleen El Gharib |Mia Arawi

Want to have a spectacular dinner in the city? Mimi Beirut has officially opened its doors — and it’s not your average restaurant. Created by the team behind Sapa and Cinco, Mimi delivers a night that’s equal parts elegant and electric. It’s a full-on experience, rooted in the concept: Mi-classique, Mi-excentrique. Located in Sofil, this new spot promises Mediterranean fine dining with a twist — and a mood that shifts as the night unfolds.