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A culinary journey across Lebanon; a personal and intimate’ look inside Lebanese kitchens, bakeries, farm fields, souks, local joints, gourmet restaurants and more.

Bethany Kehdy, Lebanese-American food author, blogger and founder of Food Blogger Connect, is the founder of Taste Lebanon, a boutique travel & service collective. In collaboration with the Lebanese Ministry of Tourism, they aim at delivering anything but a cookie-cutter tour experience.


video production: Raspberry & Jam, filmed at various locations throughout Lebanon

Chocolate and Peanut Butter Chip Pretzel Cookies

May 29, 2013
Cookies, Desserts, Made by Me, Recipe Box
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baked, chocolate chip, cookies, easy recipes, kiddie treats, peanut butter chips, pretzel, sea salt, sweet treats

Chez Panisse Pasta Recipe | Bucatini with Roasted Eggplant

May 28, 2013
Cookbook Recipe, Everyday Food, Lunch, Made by Me, Main Courses, Noodles + Pasta, Recipe Box, Vegetables
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A quick and easy pasta recipe with roasted vegetables; adapted from the Chez Panisse Vegetables cookbook by Alice L. Waters.

Vendor Spotlight | Online Party Resources

May 15, 2013
Adult Parties, Kids Party, Party Supplies, Rentals and Props, Vendor Spotlight
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Party in style like nobody else. Some of my fave online stores that offer party supplies, party decorations and paper goods that will surely add an element of surprise to your next event.

INKKIT on Etsy for tiny twig pencils and other sparkly, glittery, shimmery goodies.

translucent tags with string / gun metal silver sequin ribbon / itty black coin envelopes / white sequins / metallic silver twist ties

yellow library cards / red stripe paper twist ties / neon pink triangle stickers / tissue festooning ribbon / red and white twine

Mint + Brass Vintage Wedding Inspiration

May 6, 2013
Bride, Dessert Tables, Details, Entertaining, Film, Groom, Inspiration, Settings + Backdrops, Styled Photo Shoot, Tablescapes, Vendor Spotlight, Wedding Photgraphy, Weddings
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Adrian Jon Photography, bird elements, bridal style, Brothers Nelson and Co., Christine van de Water, dessert table, event design, farm table, feathers, Floral Occassions, Found Vintage Rentals, hair accessories, jewelry, mint, pattern, photo shoot, pink, place settings, prints, reception, Refresh Talent Agency, rustic, San Juan Capistrano, Signature Party Rentals, Simply Sweet Cakery, sweetheart table, table runner, The Villa, vintage, vintage jewelry, wedding cake, wedding ideas

The vintage styled photo shoot took place at The Villa in San Juan Capistrano; a labor of love for wedding planner Christine van de Water and her husband AJ of Adrian Jon Photography.

Mantabour | Armenian Yogurt and Dumpling Soup

April 14, 2013
Made by Me, Main Courses, Noodles + Pasta, Recipe Box, Soup + Stew, The Khohanotz
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Manti are tiny ring shaped tortellini-like dumplings (agantch, in Armenian) that are either baked or boiled like pasta. Tanabour, Madzoon Abour or Spas is a classic soup made with yogurt; but traditionally made with dried buttermilk. Once combined together it turns into a one-dish meal better known as Mantabour.

DIY Craft | 22 Easter Egg Decorating Ideas

March 26, 2013
Crafts, DIY Projects, Easter, Holidays, Seasonal Celebrations, Spring, Tutorials
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Pretty Easter egg coloring techniques and crafty decorating tutorials from some talented folks around the web.

NO RECIPE RECIPES | Heirloom Tomato, Watermelon and Ricotta Salata

March 13, 2013
Appetizers, Cold Appetizer, Entertaining, Made by Me, Recipe Box, Salads, Sides
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A refreshing combination of heirloom tomato and watermelon wedges with layers of contrasting flavors and ricotta salata cheese.

Perfect for spring or summertime entertaining.

Citrus Fruit Marmalade Tart

February 21, 2013
Cookbook Recipe, Desserts, Made by Me, Pastries, Pies + Tarts, Recipe Box, Winter
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The recipe comes from The Big Sur Bakery Cookbook; a crostata, rustic tart or pie, with bitter orange chocolate marmalade, almond pastry cream (frangipane) and seasonal citrus fruits.

Girlfriend Get-Together Idea, a Sparkly Pink and Gold Soiree

February 14, 2013
Bachelorette Party, Bridal Shower, Details, DIY Projects, Entertaining, Environments, Food + Drink Styling, Gatherings, Paper Goods, Party Ideas, Settings + Backdrops, Styled Photo Shoot, Tablescapes, Valentine's Day Party, Vendor Spotlight
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OH, LOVELY Valentines Party,

celebrating love, friendship and having a good time

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Kibbet Samak | Salmon Kibbeh Stuffed with Shrimp & Roasted Peppers

Ice-Cream Bar Inspired Photo Shoot | Mint + Gold

Taste Lebanon | Food Trekking Across Lebanon with Bethany Kehdy

A culinary journey across Lebanon; a personal and intimate’ look inside Lebanese kitchens, bakeries, farm fields, souks, local joints, gourmet restaurants and more.

Chez Panisse Pasta Recipe | Bucatini with Roasted Eggplant

A quick and easy pasta recipe with roasted vegetables; adapted from the Chez Panisse Vegetables cookbook by Alice L. Waters.

Vendor Spotlight | Online Party Resources

Party in style like nobody else. Some of my fave online stores that offer party supplies, party decorations and paper goods that will surely add an element of surprise to your next event.

INKKIT on Etsy for tiny twig pencils and other sparkly, glittery, shimmery goodies.

Mint + Brass Vintage Wedding Inspiration

The vintage styled photo shoot took place at The Villa in San Juan Capistrano; a labor of love for wedding planner Christine van de Water and her husband AJ of Adrian Jon Photography.

Mantabour | Armenian Yogurt and Dumpling Soup

DIY Craft | 22 Easter Egg Decorating Ideas

Pretty Easter egg coloring techniques and crafty decorating tutorials from some talented folks around the web.

NO RECIPE RECIPES | Heirloom Tomato, Watermelon and Ricotta Salata

A refreshing combination of heirloom tomato and watermelon wedges with layers of contrasting flavors and ricotta salata cheese.

Perfect for spring or summertime entertaining.

Citrus Fruit Marmalade Tart

The recipe comes from The Big Sur Bakery Cookbook; a crostata, rustic tart or pie, with bitter orange chocolate marmalade, almond pastry cream (frangipane) and seasonal citrus fruits.

Girlfriend Get-Together Idea, a Sparkly Pink and Gold Soiree

OH, LOVELY Valentines Party,

celebrating love, friendship and having a good time

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A culinary journey across Lebanon; a personal and intimate’ look inside Lebanese kitchens, bakeries, farm fields, souks, local joints, gourmet restaurants and more.

A quick and easy pasta recipe with roasted vegetables; adapted from the Chez Panisse Vegetables cookbook by Alice L. Waters.

Party in style like nobody else. Some of my fave online stores that offer party supplies, party decorations and paper goods that will surely add an element of surprise to your next event.

INKKIT on Etsy for tiny twig pencils and other sparkly, glittery, shimmery goodies.

The vintage styled photo shoot took place at The Villa in San Juan Capistrano; a labor of love for wedding planner Christine van de Water and her husband AJ of Adrian Jon Photography.

Pretty Easter egg coloring techniques and crafty decorating tutorials from some talented folks around the web.

A refreshing combination of heirloom tomato and watermelon wedges with layers of contrasting flavors and ricotta salata cheese.

Perfect for spring or summertime entertaining.

The recipe comes from The Big Sur Bakery Cookbook; a crostata, rustic tart or pie, with bitter orange chocolate marmalade, almond pastry cream (frangipane) and seasonal citrus fruits.

OH, LOVELY Valentines Party,

celebrating love, friendship and having a good time

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