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BEST BITES: La Varenne - French Brasserie

So I finally got to visit the newest French restaurant in Qatar, and I must say... c'était fantastique! 

La Varenne serves top notch French cuisine. They have a breakfast and a lunch menu. The breakfast includes a very large variety of healthy options, as well as some freshly baked crepes, souffles, waffles, french toast, and croque madame etc. 

The lunch menu includes their signature starters such as the Tomato and Aubergine tart, soups, salads, fish, meat, sides and of course, my favorite, the dessert trolley. 

The chef, Stuart Collins, has previous experience with renowned Gordon Ramsey in both London and New York. Today he is the executive chef al La Varenne and The Anvil Rooms (steak house). 

All pastries and bread are baked fresh every morning by a very talented chef. 

They have a weekly business lunch menu, available on their website: www.lavarenne.qa 

I recommend trying their Rotisserie Chicken and Niçoise Salad!

Check out the pictures below, and let me know if you get to check it out :)

Bon Apetit!
Top: Fresh bread and butter, puree. Bottom: Aubergine and tomato tart, Nicoise salad. 



The dessert trolley with a variety of options

The cutest pots for side orders
sneak peek in the kitchen with the chefs hard at work






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ZEE's LIFE: Macaroons

Okay guys, I just had to upload an entire post dedicated to my youngest sister, cutest munchkin and most talented girl I know, Salma! My sister, 12 years old, has been a ball of creativity since she was born. Our home is filled with cut-outs, paintings, sketchs, models, experiments, pens, paper, cardboard, clay, pastels etc. etc. etc. Everyday she gets better and better at what she does. Her perseverance and dedication to art and the kitchen is very inspiring!

But I have to say, she completely surprised me last night when she presented her latest project.

On a plate, she neatly displayed her very own macaroons! Not only where they pleasent for the eye, they were also crunchy and delicious! She made vanilla flavored macaroons with pink food coloring!

Watch out Ladurée, Salma's about to take over...


Here is some her "miniature clay" work (compared to the size of a small match stick): How cute <3 Doen't is look so real?! 

Spa girls

Baby Elephant

Carrot Cake

Tiramisu

Marshmellow

Girls Hair


Candles?

Beautiful Cupcakes


Wow!

Slice of Cake



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ZEE's: My Favorite Arabic Desserts

Hands down, these are my TOP THREE favorite Arabic desserts:

Knafeh - Photo taken in Abu Zad Restaurant, London

Um Ali - Photo taken in Abu Zad restaurant, London

Mohabaliyeh - Made by a family friend 

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ZEE's RECIPE: Anti-Oxidant Heavenly Smoothie

We've all had our fair share of super busy days. There's no denying that the fast-pace life we live often makes us forget to take care of our selves. Keeping yourself healthy and avoiding the tempation of fast-food is essential. This is why I always turn to my go-to recipe for a quick delicious smoothie that will provide me with a healthy-dose of anti-oxidants, energy I need for the day, and a tingle happiness because it's good for you! 

FACT: Anti-oxidants offer a number of health benefits, and research suggests that they could be possible preventative of diseases. Anti-oxidants are also vital for good skin, hair and nails. The most common vitamins found in anti-oxidants are: A, C and E. 

Foods with large amounts of anti-oxidants:
  • Carrots
  • Green leafy vegetables like kale, collards and spinach
  • Berries, cherries and grapes
  • Green tea
  • Citrus fruits
  • Apples and pears
Anti-oxidants help prevent:
  • Cancer
  • Cardiovascular disease
  • Cognitive impairment
  • Immune dysfunction
  • Cataracts
  • Macular degeneration
  • Alzheimer's

Recipe: 
- 1 small cup of berries / strawberries/ blackberries/ rasberries/ blueberries
- 3/4 cup of milk
- 1/4 banana
- ice cubes (to taste)
- a tsp of rosewater




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BEST BITES: YUM YUM at K108

Located in the heart of Qatar, with a perfect view from the 10th floor is Yum Yum! I have to admit, this is my favorite restaurant in Qatar! Not only is the food absolutely divine and unique, the place also has a great view and ambience!
Also, the restaurant is in Qatar's first boutique hotel, K108, which donates all its profit to charity!
Great food for a great cause - two birds in one stone!

Although the menu changes throughout the week, I would recommend the K108 burger (not on the menu) and the Beef Mignon!   


Check them out when you can and let me know what you think! 


Website: http://www.k108hotel.com/

Facebook:K108HotelDoha


The K108 Burger




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