Koshari is a rustic, no frills, comforting carbfest of epic proportions! Rice, pasta, noodles, chickpeas, lentils – all topped with some crispy, yummy onions, tangy tomato sauce and a spine-tingling cumin sauce! What is Koshari? Koshari is a dish that raises eyebrows…
Reshteh polo is a Persian dish of rice and noodles that is customarily eaten during Nowruz, the Persian New Year. Some families have it on the eve and others, for dinner on the day itself. It has such an amazing…
Turkish Shepherd Salad or Çoban Salatası in Turkish, is a popular side salad that is best enjoyed in the summer time. What is Turkish Shepherd Salad? Turkish Shepherd Salad is a very popular salad all over Turkey, especially in the summertime.…
This rose petal jam is a sweet and floral condiment that will add a touch of romance to your afternoon tea. Jane Austen optional. 😉 Roses and Rose Petals Everywhere Now y’all know I love my roses in the kitchen.…
This Kefta Mkaouara is a richly flavoured tomato based tagine filled with meatballs, and with eggs poached in the sauce, reminiscent of Shakshuka. Tagine Everyday? I have so many fond memories of eating these Moroccan meatball tagine on a number…
Borani Laboo is a beautiful and bright pink Persian yoghurt dip that doubles as both a side dish and a dip that is at home on any mezze table. What’s in a Name? Borani Laboo is also traditionally called Boorani-yeh…