Your host Tania is an agronomist and food safety specialist, who sings, plays the piano and enjoys traveling. Tania’s father is a former butcher and is very serious about his meats! He is retired and grows fruits and vegetables in his garden in the outskirts of Beirut. Tania’s mother is a home chef who has been cooking traditional meals for the family all her life using family recipes. Most of the produce for the home comes from the garden and is local, fresh and organic! Her parents will be part of the experience and will help with the cooking and hosting.
Don’t miss out on this wonderful chance to get to know Beirut through a welcoming family who enjoys gardening, talking about food, cooking and eating together!
Points of Interest
- Beirut
- All taxes, fees, and handling charges included
- Unlimited non-alcoholic beverages
- Local alcohol (1-2 glasses) provided
- Enjoy lunch and dinner
- Gratuities included
- Option for other alcoholic beverages
- Private home-cooked meal with host Tania
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Join your guide, Tania, for a genuine Lebanese feast in her cosy home, and get an insight into the nation’s culture and food from a local perspective. Tania resides in a conventional, simple house brimming with old-world allure. She possesses a wealth of information about Lebanese cuisine and its elements, and is eager to impart this knowledge to you!
After engaging in conversation with Tania and her kin, your dinner will be delivered in the dining area, a place made all the more delightful by Tania’s piano! A couple of Lebanese specialties you might taste include stuffed vine leaves, fasolia w riz (rice with beans), mujaddara (lentils) and Lebanese meat balls served in tahini sauce or yoghurt. Cap off your dining experience with Lebanese coffee, a choice of homemade preserves and fresh fruits from the family’s garden.
Be aware that during Tania’s travel days, her mum and brothers, who share the same enthusiasm for food, will serve as your hosts.
- Note that infant seats are available upon request - please let your host know in advance if you need an infant seat
- If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or cooking preferences please advise at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Private, personalized experience
If you cancel at least 3 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.