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Breaded Kofta (Kofta Bania) / Meatballs
Breaded kofta — meatballs dipped in flour, egg and breadcrumbs, then fried until golden. A tasty, kid-friendly appetizer that’s easy to make.
Warad Al-Sham Dessert
Warad Al-Sham is one of the most delicious Levantine sweets. Crisp, irresistible layers of baklava dough filled with strained cream. Serve it with sugar syrup and enjoy its wonderful flavor.
How to Make Zainab's Fingers or Maamoul Cookies
A wonderful recipe for making Zainab's Fingers, or maamoul, fried and coated in syrup. Try this maamoul recipe and you're sure to love it.
Brazilian Coxinha Kibbeh
Brazilian kibbeh Coxinha is a twist on kibbeh that uses flour in the dough and chicken in the filling, offering a unique texture and flavor.
Syrian Sweet Dough Fingers
Today’s dessert is Syrian! Or that’s what it’s called: Balah al-Sham. It’s a delicious recipe that doesn’t take much effort or time. We recommend giving it a try.
Chickpea Fatteh, or Tasqiya
Chickpea fatteh, also called tasqiya, made the homemade way and at its best — with fried nuts in ghee :) And don’t forget: it’s important to serve fatteh immediately as soon as it’s ready!
Qatayef Cones with Cream
Complete recipe for making the best fried qatayef filled with homemade cream. These qatayef are shaped into cones, deep-fried, then filled — give them a try!
Zanoud al-Sitt (Cream-Filled Pastries)
Zanoud al-Sitt filled with pastry cream using ready-made baklava or phyllo sheets — quick to make. Prepare the easy cream and the rest is simpler. Garnish with crushed pistachios. Can be fried or baked.
Date Fingers (Filled Date Cookies)
Date fingers — a classic homemade treat. A reliable recipe for delicious date-filled dough flavored with fennel. Finish by coating the cookies with sesame.
How to Make Turkish Gozleme
Gozleme... Turkish pastries with spinach, feta, and mozzarella cheese... quick to prepare! Served hot for breakfast... We recommend making them. Nothing beats them with a cup of tea!
Mujadara with Rice or Mudardara
Mujadara with Rice, also known as Mudardara. The trick to this recipe is using the correct amount of water so the rice and lentils don't absorb too much. And of course, don't forget the fried onions on top!
How to Make the Tastiest Donuts
Donuts made with a truly delicious, 100% successful recipe. No rolling pin is needed — you can simply shape the dough by hand. The chocolate sauce method is included too.
How to Make Donuts
Donuts are rich, fried sweets that kids love! Make them at home to make sure the oil is clean, and because they’re definitely more economical. Super easy!
How Do We Make the Tastiest Lahm Bi Ajeen at Home?
A wonderful, detailed homemade lahm bi ajeen recipe from start to finish. You can bake the dough in a gas or electric oven, just keep a close eye on it to get the color you want. Serve lahm bi ajeen with yogurt!
Crispy Mashbak (Crunchy Fried Pastry)
A clear, tried-and-true homemade recipe for crispy mashbak — a rich, delicious Arabic sweet that many love. Very easy.
Delicious Apple Pie
Apple pie is one of the best pies—the apple flavor pairs perfectly with the pastry. This recipe also includes a little grated coconut for a distinctive touch.
Walnut Maamoul (Filled Shortbread)
Homemade walnut maamoul — an easy, detailed recipe for the best walnut‑filled maamoul. Use the same dough to fill with dates or pistachios if you prefer.
How to Make Alat (Hindbeh)
Alat (hindbeh) is a light, healthy Lebanese meze. There are several ways to prepare it—some simply boil and dress it with lemon and olive oil, others sauté it with onions or top it with fried onions.

















