The following article has been contributed by Kaylah Cruz-Herrera, a birth, and postpartum doula and founder of Water & Dates Doula Services in Amman, Jordan. The content of this article is intended for informational purposes only, not to provide medical advice. If you have any medical questions, please consult a medical professional. When I first … More Birth Options in Amman, Jordan
I always like to highlight Jordanian grassroots businesses, and recently I came across a new one called “Camel the Healthy Basket”. Camel is a newly established Jordanian brand that aims to deliver the best local and healthy products to the hands of the community from their local producers. Camel the Healthy Basket was founded by … More Buy Local Jordanian Grains, Honey & More – Camel the Healthy Basket
Knafeh/Kunafa/Kanafeh, originally from Nablus, Palestine, is probably one of the most iconic desserts in Jordan. The most famous place to get a gooey slice of this sugary and cheesy sweet is at Habibah Sweets in downtown Amman. However, if you’re lactose-intolerant or vegan, then you’ve probably never tried it, though you’ve most likely been tempted. … More Vegan Knafeh Recipe & Where to Buy the Ingredients in Amman
One of my favorite workout classes is Barre. Not sure what exactly “Barre” is…? Barre is a form of physical exercise, usually conducted in group classes in gyms or specialty studios. It is distinguished from other group fitness activities by its use of the ballet barre and its incorporation of movements derived from ballet. If … More A Ballet Inspired Workout – Barre Classes in Amman
I am one of those people that will never buy something with a tag that reads “DRY CLEAN ONLY” and if I can stay away from clothes that require ironing, I’ll do that too. However, when I moved to Jordan, I found that dry cleaning was a lot more affordable than in other countries I’d … More The Best & Most Eco-Friendly Dry Cleaning Service in Amman – WashyWash
I’ve been scoping out apps that make life easier in Jordan and that’s how I came across Valubil (currently they’re just a website, but soon they’ll have an app too). I was interested to see that there’s a company in Amman that makes life not only easier but focuses on making it more affordable. Because we … More How to Get Discounts & Save on Everything You Love to Do in Amman – Valubil
The other day I came across a very helpful map that shows restaurants, shops, and supermarkets that are particularly vegan-friendly (صديقة للنباتيين). Unfortunately, there is still nowhere in Amman that is 100% vegan (للنباتيين), but it’s great to see establishments popping up that care to include vegan options on the menu and in their product … More Map of Vegan-Friendly Restaurants & Supermarkets in Amman نباتي الاردن
Personally, I think one of the hardest things about moving to a new country is finding reliable healthcare professionals. I’ve tried just Googling doctors, but I always feel more comfortable if the doctor comes with a personal recommendation. The following doctor was highly recommended by a friend of mine and also by the American Embassy … More English Speaking Doctors in Amman – Endocrinologist
Bedouins are a roaming tribe known for their deep connection to the desert and traditional way of life. Found in the Wadi Rum desert, the Bedouins have a long history of nomadic living which has been passed down from past generations since before Jordan even existed. In the southern Jordan region, many of the Bedouins … More Book an Authentic Bedouin Hospitality Experience in Wadi Rum
If you’ve moved to Amman and are looking for a place to continue your CrossFit routine, then rest assured, there are specialized gyms just for you in the Jordanian capital. Or perhaps you’re living in Amman and have heard of CrossFit and want to give it a try. And if you’re not even sure what CrossFit … More Where to do CrossFit in Amman
