Superfood on a Mission to Save Lebanon: Behind the Scenes of the Avocado Hype

Avocado farming in Lebanon has expanded from small-scale household and local-market production to widespread cultivation driven by rising demand. Zaita, South Lebanon, 2025. Photo courtesy of Cynthia Ghoussoub. Few foods spark as much passion as the avocado. While it has become a staple item on many menus in brunch restaurants and an undeniable asset in […]