Again, this list is NOT in order. For a more complete list, visit toot, which has the Arab world’s best blogs.

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While Mark might rub people up the wrong way, his blog is most definitely one of the best in the region. Random, eccentric, and almost always refreshingly new, it’s worth bookmarking.

360East
In a society that shies away from thinking, 360East does only that.

Mona Eltahawy
I am very amused by the woman that everybody loves to hate. She has guts, and I like that.

7iber
The groundbreaking Jordanian blog is getting Jordanians online and talking.

Maya’s Amalgam
Maya is brilliant. Check out her blog. You can thank me later.

Saudi Jeans
Straight to the point, Ahmed keeps you updated with what happens in the Magic Kingdom with his witty observations.

The Black Iris
A brilliant blog about Jordan and the inner workings of Jordan. Where does this guy get the time?

Abu Fares
This Syrian blog is one of the most interesting you could read. He writes very beautifully.

Baheyya
Unfortunately, this blog about Egypt isn’t updated often, but when it is, it’s always WOW.

Saudiwoman’s Weblog
I discovered this one recently, and it is great being able to see a different part of Saudi culture, even from a person like me who spent the first 18 years of my life there.

A cookie decorating party at the beautiful Konouz home was what I did today. Bloggers (and ex-bloggers), other interesting Internet people and their buddies came to get messy with sugar cookies and colorful frosting.

Thank you Kinzi for hosting us, you are one of the good-est humans I have ever met in my life :)

Can you match the cookies to the webbie? A few hints: I am actually not sure who created all these items. It wasn’t I who took the pictures. But what I can help: Two are mine. Heshek beshek is Khobbeizeh‘s. Your other options are: Reem and Manal.

Say it. Say it. Bloggers are super creative.

In no particular order.

My favorite posts on AndFarAway this year:

After All Those Years: I am probably the only human in the world who can write such a loving post about a freakin’ hairdryer.

Advice for a fresh designer: I had to sink deep into my own soul and experiences to write this piece. It made me realize how deep the love I feel for design is.

Do you think the Internet speaks Arabic?: The research I did for this Venture article was very eye opening. It was a challenge putting all the interesting data together and still make it an enjoyable read.

Damn Punctuation Marks: I get really pissed off by the weird punctuation trend . I still do . But at least I got it off my chest .

The Four Stages of Getting Twitter: My first attempt at creating an infographic. It was fun! I should do that more often.

My Top 10 Typefaces: What do your favorite typefaces say about you? I think my favorite typefaces tell a story about who I am.

Art Day at the Assis: One of the funnest days I had this year. Painting is so therapeutic. I need to do that more often. And have a public art day.

Once Upon a Summer Day in Jeddah: I found these pictures at my grandma’s house and they took my breath away. A very good representation of life for Palestinians abroad in the 40′s and 50′s.

myboys.: I love my boys.

Alive Like the Rainbow: Early summer has a special beautiful vibe to it. It’s the most exciting time of the year.

Reader submissions:
Chris (Thanks, Chris! :)
The 10 rules of driving in Amman
“Satellite” Arabia: the logos of our TV channels
So here we go…
Oscars outfit frenzy, 2010 edition
What did you want to be when you grew up?
Shows to watch: human recommendation engine
On glue and adulthood
Pictures from Amman’s Street Fair
To Harry, with love
It’s a matter of interestingness

Is it really bad that I can only think of seven things, two of which are negative?

1. Bubble Tea comes to Amman and I am blown away into a land where juice actually tastes good.

2. The Sunny Art Fair pushes Amman’s culture up a few notches.
3. Turtle Green Tea Bar opens and proves that Amman still has soul.
4. Amman becomes a monster construction. Damn detours.
5. AmmanTT proves Amman can be tech. And then proves it can’t. And then proves it can again.
6. Someone in the government made my day by deciding to get rid of the million lights on Abdoun bridge and replace them with one long, stringy light. Yay for that. I usually avoid Abdoun bridge cause I can’t help but count all the burnt out lights!
7. I discover that Amman has somehow gotten off the good uphill track, and we’re going down again. DAMN.

In no particular order.

1. The Southern Vampire Mysteries: One of the funnest collections I’ve read in recent years. Charlaine Harris is good with words. Read post about The Southern Vampire Mysteries

2. True Blood: Based on The Southern Vampire Mysteries, True Blood is hot, fun, and artsy fartsy. Read post about True Blood

3. Lost: I am very sad that 2010 saw the end of my favorite television series ever, Lost. I’m really missing it. Read post about The Southern Vampire Mysteries

4. Twilight (and I refuse to feel ashamed): I can’t do anything about my vampire fascination. Read post about Twilight

5. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: I am glad that we have one more year to enjoy the Harry Potter franchise. Read post about Harry Potter

6. Mad Men: I never thought I’d enjoy a show as blabbery as Mad Men. But I love it.  Read post about Mad Men

7. The Big Bang Theory: Hilariously geeky, The Big Bang Theory is the best show since The IT Crowd. Read post about The Big Bang Theory

8. Criminal Minds: I watch this a lot on MBC Action when I catch it. I haven’t caught it in a while. Good show to kill an hour.

9. The Mists of Avalon Series: I have read a lot of this series this year, although nothing compares to the main book. Read post about The Mists of Avalon

10. The Riftwar Saga: Very good fantasy series to read if you liked The Lord of the Rings. Excellent entertainment.

What were your top 2010 pop culture obsessions?

In no particular order.

Shoes in the autumn.

At Big B’s engagement, 3aha and 7abeh (sans 7abeh).

Will eat you alive.

The last Iftar.

Me familia.

The girls.

In Barcelona.

In Beirut.

Lots of ‘em Tabbalats.

Weena I love you <3