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L'Orient-Le Jour
05-05-2025
- Business
- L'Orient-Le Jour
Lost and Found: A haven of well-being in the heart of Beirut
With Lost and Found, Nayla Saab launched a personal project at the crossroads of dining, well-being, and lifestyle. "A happy space," she summarized. Nestled in a fully renovated old Beirut house, just steps from the École Supérieure des Affaires (ESA), this new 220-square-meter space just opened its doors. Spread over two levels with independent entrances, the establishment houses a wellness center called The Vibe on the ground floor, while the upper floor is entirely devoted to dining. "When there are workshops downstairs, people come up to eat. And sometimes, it's the opposite: they discover the center after a meal," explained Saab, the creator of the project. The layout of the place reflects its philosophy: six distinct spaces chain together harmoniously – shared library to the left of the entrance, communal table around a tree, bar to the right, main room, two balconies and a semi-private corner. Outside, two terraces allow people to take advantage of beautiful days. In total, the venue can accommodate up to 128 people, including 28 on the terrace and eight at the bar. The kitchens, preparatory and main, extend over 50 square meters. An international and accessible menu The cuisine at Lost and Found is eclectic, mixing Mediterranean, Asian and American influences. "You can come for breakfast with toast, eggs, or labneh with zaatar, or for lunch or dinner with gyozas, rigatoni, or a steak sandwich," said Saab. The menu also includes healthier options, like kale, quinoa, or salmon salads. Classic desserts like pavlova or apple crumble complement the offer, in addition to fresh smoothies, cocktails, and a selection of alcohols. The restaurant is open from 9 a.m. to midnight, with a retro musical ambiance. "We play 80s music, feel-good sounds. The idea is that everyone feels good, no matter their age or style," stated Saab. The average bill is around $40. Former human resources manager at Pain d'Or, Saab also worked in the family business, Tinol Paints, before launching her own jewelry brand, Or la Loi, which had two boutiques in Beirut before closing in 2016. The same year, she discovered India for medical treatment; an experience that would lead her to become a hypnotherapist and open a wellness center in Gemmayzeh, destroyed during the port explosion. "That center was literally lost. Hence the name Lost and Found. We lose things, but we find others, sometimes even more precious," she said. Lost and Found is an extension of this quest for meaning, a space designed to reconnect body, mind, and community. To realize this project, Saab invested around $600,000. "We redid the entire interior: the moldings, ceilings, arches, openings between rooms, all the decoration," she stated. The place was entirely redesigned to combine the elegance of a traditional house with modern functionality. Today, she employs 24 people, including 8 in the kitchen. The venue also offers some items for sale: jewelry, plants, gifts designed "around care and kindness." Two words that echo as a leitmotif for this place and its patrons. This article was originally published in French in L'Orient-Le Jour.
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Town centre buzzing as festival delivers long weekend of live entertainment
Burnley town centre was alive with music, energy and community spirit over the bank holiday weekend as Burnley Live 2025 delivered a festival packed with entertainment. From Friday to Sunday, venues across the town hosted a huge range of live acts—from tribute bands and DJs to acoustic sets and family-friendly events—with just one final night of karaoke left to bring the festival to a close tonight (Monday, May 5). Organised by Discover Burnley in partnership with over 20 local venues, the annual event once again highlighted the town's thriving music scene and its ability to pull together a buzzing weekend for all ages. The festival launched on Friday evening with karaoke sessions at The Big Window, The Royal Dyche and The Turf, while music lovers also attended a free workshop on hosting music events at Burnley Mechanics Theatre. Tribute band Fleetwood Bac performed at the same venue later that night, with other acts playing at Real Food Hall, The Inn on the Wharf, Smackwater Jacks, The Loom, and Remedy Gin Bar. Saturday saw the town centre buzzing with live music and street entertainment. The Artisan Market returned to St James' Street with live music from Tommy O'Neill, while the Northern Dholis brought rhythm to Charter Walk. Burnley Market drew families in with live wrestling, and Isabella Withnell performed at Ellis's bottomless brunch. On the main stage on Ormerod Street, crowds enjoyed sets from Old Habits, The Vibe, Skafull, and more. Sunday's line-up included performances from Soul Gravy, Roadkill Revival, and The Vibe performing on the main stage. Acts also continued across venues including Hatters Craft Bar, Hidden, The Swan, The Palazzo, The Big Window, The Royal Dyche, The Coal Yard, Mr Greens, and many more. Ahead of the event, Burnley BID project manager Laura Diffey said: 'Burnley Live has quickly established itself as a key annual event in the town which brings people together for a long weekend of fantastic music and community spirit. "This year, we're pulling out all the stops to make it bigger and better than ever before. With a diverse line-up and incredible venues on board, we can't wait to see the town buzzing with energy.' Burnley Live 2025 officially wraps up tonight with one final karaoke event at The Big Window—offering one last chance for festivalgoers to take the mic and sing the long weekend to a close.
