There’s something wonderfully indulgent about starting your morning by the water – especially in Dubai, one of my favourite cities in the world. From calm marina views to breezy beachfront terraces, the city’s waterfront spots bring charm, colour, and just…
You know that creamy, fluffy white garlic sauce you find next to your shawarma or Middle Eastern grilled meats? It’s called toum and your next favourite condiment! What is Toum? Toum is the Levant’s answer to aioli, only more intense.…
A Beginner’s Guide to Southeast Asian Cooking: Ingredients, Techniques, and Traditions or The Evolution of Street Food Around the World. Especially handy if you are a student of the culinary arts. Southeast Asian Cooking If you’ve been following me a…
Arayes are crispy Middle Eastern pita pockets stuffed with spiced mince – quick to cook, full of flavour, and perfect for mezze or weeknight dinners. What Are Arayes? If you’ve never tried arayes, prepare to fall in love. These Middle…
This spicy watermelon salad recipe is the ultimate no-cook summer dish. Sweet, salty, and refreshing with a chilli kick, ready in minutes and perfect for hot days. Spicy Watermelon Salad When the sun’s blazing, the oven’s off limits, and the…
With soft dough and a warmly spiced minced meat topping, sfeeha is the kind of dish you make once and wonder why it wasn’t already in your regular rotation! What Is Sfeeha? Sfeeha is a type of Middle Eastern meat pie,…