Phoenicia has always been a foodie heaven. After you’ve made yourself dizzy scanning the rare grocery treats imported from around the Mediterranean and Black Sea regions, order a chicken shawarma from their deli counter, or try the zatar bread sandwich. You’re cheating yourself if you don’t try the sinful pecan and date coconut macaroons. – Rachel Feit

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