Celebration at Tanaïl Marks INDEVCO Day 2005

One-of-a-kind among group gatherings, this year's excursion through the Bekaa Valley enhanced appreciation of our Lebanese heritage.


Breakfast of manakish bread with fresh thyme at headquarters in Ajaltoun and a winding bus ride through Mount Lebanon launched the annual INDEVCO Day on Saturday, 27 August. Togetherness, a festive mood, traditional ambiance, mouth-watering local wine and arak, and a delicious buffet best describe this trip to the Tanaïl Estate in the Bekaa Valley.

The first stop was the Church of the Lady of Zahle & the Bekaa, where Bishop Georges Iskandar officiated the Mass and INDEVCO members formed the choir.

Rabih Frem, INDEVCO Vice Chairman, gathered with group members outside the church.

The group then departed to the Tanaïl Estate for a tour of the Massaya wine cellar… Neemat Frem (center), President of INDEVCO, and group members listen to a wine-making presentation during the tour.

A local folklore troop performed the zaffeh, a traditional Lebanese wedding dance, through the vineyards to the restaurant.

With flat bread baking on the saj.

.everyone relaxed under the trees for a traditional lunch and thick Arabic coffee. The Tanaïl Estate offered complimentary bottles of Massaya wine, before the group returned to Ajaltoun. Happy Anniversary!