Rose Water and Orange Blossoms: Fresh and Classic Recipes from My Lebanese Kitchen
Za'atar kale chips
Za'atar is a spice blend composed of herbs such as thyme, oregano, marjoram, or a combination of the three, along with other spices,...
Persian preserved watermelon rind
I became familiar with watermelon rind pickles while travelling to the US South. These pickles were common among the African American...
Whipped hummus with lamb and sumac
Hummus is one of those dips that everyone loves. It is simple, sometimes with a touch of flavours added, such as roasted garlic,...
Olive oil fried eggs with za'taar
Za'atar is a Levantine cuisine mix of herbs and spices, including marjoram, sumac, thyme, sesame seeds, and others. It is used as a...
Lebanese-style crunchy fennel salad
This delicate salad features the wonderful taste of fresh fennel and roasted tomatoes. Fennel is one of those ingredients that folks shy...
Spicy red pepper and walnut dip - Muhammara
I had this dip for the first time in a Turkish restaurant and fell in love with its complexity of flavours, spiciness, and texture. I...
Warm dates with almonds and lime zest
I am perpetually on the lookout for warm appetizers. A great appetizer sets the tone for a great dinner, and this is the course that I...
Mahogany eggplant with labneh and pomegranate
This super simple recipe is packed with flavour. Everyone will love it, even those who usually do not like eggplant. I know I tend to...
Lebanese garlicky lentil soup with Swiss chard and lemon (Rushta/Rishta)
I try to cook 300+ unique dishes every year, and occasionally, I come across a recipe that stands out. This soup is one of these: hearty,...