Beqaa and North Lebanon gather culture, history, nature, and food all in one place. If you need a nice getaway, pack your bags, head north, and try the delicious food! You will definitely not be disappointed.
Tripoli
Lahm b3ajin
@soumayasaadmuradIt looks different than the lahm b3ajin of Beirut but it tastes so good!
Moghrabieh sandwich
@livelovetripoliMoghrabieh sandwich is Tripoli’s most famous street food item.
Sahlab
@cen03fitSahlab is a Lebanese pudding made with milk. The best way to enjoy it is to eat it in winter. It warms your body and satisfies your taste buds!
Oriental sweets from Al Hallab
Al Hallab is a pastry shop that opened its doors in 1881 in Tripoli. It sells all types of Oriental sweets such as maamoul, knefeh, baklava; you name it! You must visit Al Hallab while you’re in Tripoli!
Fresh drinks
End your day in Tripoli with a refreshing drink!
Zahle
Kaak
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Lebanese restaurants are reinventing the good old kaak!
Mechtah
@suzcoffeebarThe mechtah is the signature bread of Zahle. It is enjoyed when it’s straight out of the oven.
Banadoura jabaliyye
@louaymourselFor those who live in the mountains know that tomatoes perfectly pair with arak, sumac, and olive oil. Some people also enjoy adding garlic sauce!
Oriental ice cream
@talaviewsThe best way to end a day is by eating oriental ice cream. We can all agree that ashta is one of the best flavors!
Arak
@abiraadgroupZahle produces an excellent quality of Arak!
Wine
@chateauksaraZahle is the city of vineyards and wineries. It’s the home to Chateau Ksara which is one of the most famous Lebanese wine brands.
Zgharta
Kebbeh zghartewiye
There are many types of kebbeh in Lebanon!
Kebbe nayye
@beit.al.chaykhaSome people like to eat raw kebbeh!
Kellej
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Kellej is an oriental sweet that is especially enjoyed during Ramadan. The kellej in Zgharta is not fried.
Baalbeck
Ambarees
@ambareesAmbarees is a 2,000-year-old cheese from Baalbeck. Locals enjoy spreading it on saj bread and grilling the sandwich. It is mostly consumed in winter when all the members of the family are gathered around the stove. Unfortunately, this cheese is on the verge of disappearing. Few people know how to make ambarees. Try this cheese while its available!
