Sambousek
This samosa-like stuffed and fried parcel is a favourite Middle Eastern snack or side dish that pairs perfectly with the fresh and zesty parsley. Sambousek Makes about 18 Ingredients 1½…
Spinach and feta fatayer
Fatayer is the Middle Eastern version of Spanish empanadas or Italian calzones. These doughy parcels are for giving and gathering, and make for a mean road trip snack, too. Spinach…
Middle Eastern pantry guide
Trying to decipher foreign ingredients in recipes and cookbooks? Here’s a handy Middle Eastern pantry guide. Za'atar spice mix Sumac is the base of the za'atar spice mix, which…
Rose and orange custard pancakes
Take a trip to the Middle East with only one bite of these sticky, sweet filled pancakes. Rose and orange custard pancakes Makes 16 Ingredients 1 tsp (5ml) instant dry…
Orange blossom, white sesame & pistachio kunafa with Selati Sugar
This crunchy, golden dessert is a celebration of Middle Eastern flavours. We used SELATI Sugar to create this delightful delicacy that will leave you craving more with every bite! Orange…
How the Lebanese Bakery builds a mezze spread
There are so many facets to Lebanese cuisine, so we sat down with chef Clara Bubenzer from The Lebanese Bakery for a basic introduction to the must-tries and must-tastes to get…
Turkish street food: Pide 2 ways
Whether you are craving oozing cheese and meaty goodness, these boat-shaped filled breads are part and parcel of Turkish street food Pide 2 ways Makes 6 (3 of each flavour)…
Saffron: The rich history of the world’s most expensive spice
While most people get stuck on its price tag, few cooks know the rich history, and many struggle to articulate the taste of the tiny, flaming-red thread that is saffron.…
Roast leg of lamb on muhamarra
Saffron brings a taste of the spice route to your table. Serve this rich lamb with zesty fattoush salad to bring zing! Roast leg of lamb on muhamarra ( A…
Lamb kibbeh with minty labneh
These crispy croquettes are Middle Eastern comfort food at its best. Pair with minty labneh for a dip that brings a fresh zing to every bite Lamb kibbeh with minty…