Barbara With Emm Sherif "Helwe El Hayet"

This is how a passion becomes a reality! Mireille Hayeck is a true inspiration to me and to many.  In the TV segment she states, "one must follow one's passion —that is the true factor to success!" How true, and so many just don't get it! (perhaps next life!) I've had the occasion to dine at her restaurant twice now and I can really say that it's close to a "food orgy", if you know what I mean! The menu is planned daily with many plates coming and going throughout the dinning experience. It's really like going on a food adventure while sitting on a table (not any table, may I add). Mireille has put her heart and soul in every single detail of the dinning experience at Emm Sherif —the name says it all. She is also owner and manager of two other restaurants: La Parilla (Argentinian steak house) and Yasmina (Indian fusion). We are proud of this woman! May she inspire many more in our country to become successful restaurant entrepreneurs.

Walid & Maysoon's Article in Mashallah News

This is an article about Walid and Maysoom of Coara, whom I really love. They are a wonderful family from the Shouf. I've included a profile of them in my book Mouneh. Here is another glimpse. Enjoy! 

+ I liked this new news platform called Mashallah, check it out! http://mashallahnews.com/?p=3024 

My Philosophy in Life

Things (circumstances) change all the time in our lives. That is what makes it so exciting. With age, maturity, and experience (which I am earning, slowly but surely) you can understand life better. I understood this concept not so long ago and now I am at peace. I wanted to share this with all of you, it might rub off and make you feel better too. The key is perseverance and belief in oneself. The rest follows. Also, the most important factor is to consider others around you leaving good vibes, positive attitude and making a difference (no matter how small or big).

I will be sharing my journey with you, one step at a time.

Thyme Travels - An Article in Saudi Aramco World

This is a special article written by a special lady, Alia Yunis and photographed by a wonderful photographer, Tor Eigeland - one of many pioneers in his field, like my dad. So please take the time to read this article because it's really worth it! + It deals with one of my favorite subjects, zaatar!
 
http://www.saudiaramcoworld.com/issue/201203/thyme.travels.htm
 

Fair Trade Lebanon : aider les petits producteurs à accéder au marché - OLJ

An Inspiring Photo Found...

I found this photo on pinterest ... So inspiring! Wanted to share it. This is family, security, love—seasonal foods packaged for later use with great care. This was probably made by a pretty amazing person —the food I mean!

Do you Speak English? A Book by Wayne Parry

Wayne Parry is a polyglot who has traveled the world in search of himself, the people around him, and the acquisition of languages. There is a segment of Wayne and Barbara in Lebanon. The story reads of how we met and what we lived through together, all in the Lebanese chapter. Can't wait to read it! I'm so proud to be part of this adventure.

Good luck my friend!