This is the first makeup remover I try that doesn’t need tissue or cotton to use. Shiseido’s Perfect Cleansing oil is my latest discovery. It’s clear, super light and gentle but don’t be fooled by its subtle-ness, it will quickly dissolve your makeup (even the most waterproof) with a quick massage and will also give your face a really good thorough cleanse in itself. I really like how it instantly wears off after a rinse and won’t leave your face looking greasy.

On my last trip to Switzerland I went a little overboard on my chocolate consumption. And though I was keen on trying some high quality local chocolatiers I was also on the prowl for some Lindt varieties we don’t usually find in Lebanon. 128,203,837 calories later I found CREATION pralines and I’ve never been the same since. This large chocolate bar contains a soft pocket of almond and hazelnut praline center that leave you in a dreamy haze. Perfect with a latte I’ve been munching on my small stock of these all week.

What happens with iconic Italian fashion house Versace joins forces with Italian sneaker superstar Superga? These haute stuff. The design features Versace’s signature baroque detailing, a pop of colors and their signature Versus logo on the back. Fun Fact: no pair is identical as they are all made out of one long roll of cotton canvas.

One of my favorite bars/coffee shops in Mar Mikhael, Lock Stock serves one of the most outstanding cheese infused mini-burgers in town, hands down. Four little monster patties are served with a generous crisp golden portion of fries. Wash it down with their signature drink Lack of a Better Man.

Confession: Almost all the frames, dishes, bed sheets, coffee tables and glasses in my house are from Zara Home. Another confession: I have almost fifty frames in my linen cupboard still packed in boxes. But that hasn’t kept me from buying more. At my recent visit to Zara Home I picked up all these items on sale. It was a glorious moment in home décor for me.

At Prune the Pain Perdu is not lost but found, Le Pain Retrouvé. After Blathzar’s this is one of the most celebrated sweet loafs of bread in town. Because the folks at Prune give it a shot of caramel and a heavenly scoop of vanilla ice cream. You can read my full review of Prune here

Statement necklaces are here to stay for fall (thank goodness) and I’ve seriously worn out this beaded ethnic one from Topshop all summer. I especially love this because it almost works on all colors, from light pastels to blacks. In fact I loved it so much I bought my friend one too, though I maintain all shotgun privileges.

Anybody who knows me well knows I’m a huge fan of Indian food. And although Butter Chicken makes me weak in the knees I also love variety and so when I found out Le Royal Hotel Beirut has been organizing an Indian night under the patronage of the Indian Embassy in Lebanon I just knew I had to join. The colorful themed night took place at Le Jardin with professional dancers flown to preform stunning shows while guests dine on an extravagant buffet and numerous live cooking stations from Biryani to barbequed tandoori and more. Just make sure you wear a sari and book in advance as places are usually limited.