Amman

When it opened in 1990, Sara Seafood was a tiny, street-front fish shop. The refrigerated display case is still there, showing snapper, sea bream, shrimp and sometimes even lobster straight from the Red Sea and the Arabian Sea. The fishmonger's has expanded by taking over the restaurant above it and even opening two more locations in Shmeisani and Jubiha. You can enjoy fried fish, seafood pasta or fish prepared Indian style (tandoori, biryani, curry).

This restaurant-café is one of the trendy establishments on Rainbow Street. It's the place to be for students to work in a cosy atmosphere with lounge music. The fake brick walls, the big blackboard with the choice of coffees, teas and salads project you in a typical New York café. Don "t hesitate to ask the barrista for advice to decide among the thirty or so teas offered at the counter. Salads and sandwiches are also available. Like any trend of this type, it is a little more expensive than average.