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Makeup artist to the stars Bassam Fattouh is used to red carpet events, but Beirut is where he feels most at home.

We sat down with the Italian ambassador living in Lebanon and asked him to share his experience and thoughts about the country. Here’s what we learned.

Lebanese interior designer Karen Chekerdjian spent many years abroad honing her designs before returning to open her Beirut studio in 2000.

Lebanese architect and artist Nadim Karam has been wowing audiences around the world with his sculptures and installations.

This week, Fadi Abi Ramia, chief concierge at the Phoenicia Hotel Beirut, gives his top tips on where to buy traditional and contemporary hand-made souvenirs.

Beirut-based British artist Tom Young’s paintings are deeply rooted in Lebanon’s heritage.

We asked Les Clefs d’Or member Chloe Chelela, assistant front office manager and head concierge at Le Gray, Beirut, for her tips on where to discover art in the city. 

Known for composing incredible music for the big screen, we sat down with Khaled Mouzanar to learn more about his recent projects and what motivates him. 

Anyone flying into Lebanon has probably seen this remarkably colorful district. However, it wasn’t always this bright.