Niyazi G. Atay

Niyazi G. Atay is a freelance researcher and journalist in Beirut. His focus is political, social and cultural issues in the Middle East, particularly sports, art and food. Atay, who has completed his graduate and post-graduate studies at the Middle East Technical University's Department of International Relations, has been capturing with his camera everyday life in Beirut for more than two years.

Lebanon | Sep 27, 2018

Damascene confectioners gain pounds in Beirut

The sweet delights of Damascus, from cookies to pistachio-covered ice cream, are now available on Beirut's Hamra street, but not all of Lebanon is nuts about the Syrian offerings.