As a place that never seems to catch a break, living in Dahyeh can go from entertaining shared experiences to complete chaos mode. So, here are 11 things you’ll definitely relate to if you live in Dahyeh.
1. You eat at Al Jawad and Al Agha like they sponsor you
These crowded spots are home to some of the best meals in Dahyeh. Plus, Al Agha is open 24/7. Other faves include Chicken Way and virtually EVERY OTHER CHICKEN SPOT.
2. Christmas traffic galore
The amount of traffic in Dahye during Christmastime will have you wondering WTF is happening. Bourj al Brajneh acting like it is Bethlehem.
3. Almost everyone is a Ali, Abbass, or Hussein
Yelling out one YA ALI-EH can get you the whole street turning. But when Em Ali yells out from the balcony, the correct Ali miraculously answers.
4. There are more motorcycles more than people
The beloved motsik.
5. Sarafeen EVERYWHERE
At every intersection, you’ll find a bunch of sarafeen ready to throw themselves in front of your car. Risky but pretty great marketing strategy, no?
6. Getting stuck 3al 7ajez is the WORST
Positioned at the narrowest spot in Dahyeh, you’ll be waiting for hours.
7. You live and breathe hreeseh in 3ashoura
Forget about Al Jawad, your mom has the refrigerator loaded for DAYS with herisse and rez (and we’re not complaining).
8. You flex Croissant Doha like it’s family business
…but lowkey complain that it’s expensive to your fellow w Dahyeh peeps. Anyway, have you tried their croissant shawarma ?
9. You know that the one and only great patisserie in Lebanon is Cremino
Overpriced Beirut cakes do not hold a candle to the fluffy and delightful creations of Cremino.
10. You have a love/hate relationship with Hussein Kaouk
Sometimes his sketches speak to your soul, but other times you want punch him in the face la2an ne7na bel dahyeh ma mn7ki hek . We know you use SHUU YA BO 7MMED, just admit it.
11. You get hilarious/cringeworthy reactions when you tell people where you live
Ummm..yeah, it’s pretty much an area in the country. Nothing to act overly-shocked about.
