Update 2024: This post is from 2017 and has not been refreshed yet. One of the best parts about Amman is the skyline, especially at sunset, when the stone buildings turn a particular shade of pink and orange. Pair the impressive sunset skyline views with the perfect summer weather, a drink and a bite to … More Rooftop Restaurants, Cafes, Bars & Lounges in Amman
Being new to a country and looking for a doctor can be quite the difficult task. I don’t particularly like to just Google doctors, so when I needed a dermatologist here in Amman, I was lucky enough to get a suggestion from a Jordanian friend who I trust. Of course, the most important part of … More English Speaking Doctors in Amman – Dermatologist
As an art history buff, one of my favorite places to browse wherever I go are the local art galleries. Below is a running list of art galleries in Amman where you can purchase art work. Be sure to comment below if I’m missing a place! Al Hara Art Gallery by Bishara Al Najjar Sells … More Art Galleries in Amman
It’s been 5 months since I made the move to Amman and I’m still not enrolled in proper Arabic classes. I’m definitely not OK with this because one of the reasons I moved to Jordan was to learn a new language. My excuses? You know…the normal ones… a lack of time to sign-up for a … More Enhance Arabic Dialects at Home with TalkinArabic.com
I love history and I love cars, so naturally, the Royal Automobile Museum was one of the places I had on my “where to go in Amman” checklist. A couple of weeks ago I managed to get out there to check it out. Here’s my experience… About the Museum The Royal Automobile Museum isn’t just … More Cars & History – The Royal Automobile Museum, Jordan
Summer is here and the weather is perfect for long evenings sitting outside enjoying a meal. Because of this, I’ve been scoping out the market for some comfy patio furniture. Now, I’ve see the same ol’, same ol’ at IKEA, but in my search I stumbled upon a company called Ziadat4recycling that intrigued me. In short, Ziadat … More Upcycled Furniture & Home Decor – Ziadat4recycling
Millions of tons of Muncipical Solid Waste (MSW) are being generated every year in Jordan, and due to the fact that there is no municipal recycling available, this waste ends up in the dumpsites and landfills across the country. As the Jordanian government isn’t offering any solutions at the moment to recycle, it’s up to … More Recycle Your Plastic Bottles & Bags – Refugee Utility Project
I have a HUGE sweet tooth, and for me no meal is complete without some sort of dessert. You can find many ways to get a sugar rush in Jordan, but when it comes to the traditional sweets, I haven’t been convinced. Zalabia was way too sticky, Basbousa felt like I was eating pure syrup, baklava has been … More Sweets in Jordan – Halva
Khobiz taza (fresh bread) is one of the first things I learned to say in Arabic and that is because bread is life in the Levant region, with Jordan being no exception to that. Bread comes in many shapes and sizes here, with pita, being the staple carb offered to accompany pretty much any meal and … More Types of Bread To Try in Jordan
If you, like many Jordanians, or what seems like EVERY SINGLE Jordanian some mornings (azmeh!), drive to work in the morning, then you’ve probably heard “The Big Breakfast Show” on Play 99.5. If you tune in regularly, then I am sure you know exactly how the show presenter sounds, British accent and all. So who … More Meet the voice of your morning – Lee McGrath
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