jezzine is known for its handcrafted knives and other cutlery, made of inlaid mosaics and bone. the cutlery has been presented as gifts to dignitaries all over the world as a memento of lebanon. the first family who produced this cutlery is the el haddad family and started the company in 1770. the latest was samir haddad, who died 28 january 2015 at the age of 84. he was praised for his skills and art by many people.