Rising food prices in Beirut highlight Lebanon's economic divide

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A social media controversy emerged in Beirut over the $13 'Chic Taouk' sandwich sold by The Glow Paradise, which critics labeled as overpriced given the economic hardships facing many Lebanese households. Despite the public backlash, the restaurant reported selling 20,000 units in 11 days, highlighting a stark divide between an affluent consumer class and…

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