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Easy Namoura (Semolina Cake)
Easy namoura—a successful homemade recipe. Namoura is one of the most requested Arabic sweets and this particular method is very simple. Give it a try.
Raffaello Cake
Raffaello cake—one of the most delightful cakes. The creamy filling, the coconut coating and Raffaello chocolates on top combine into an unforgettable flavor.
Yule Log with Chocolate Cream
Yule log with chocolate cream — an easy recipe to make a delicious yule log at home. Chill for several hours or preferably overnight so it firms up well.
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 Baba Ganoush
Baba ganoush — one of the tastiest Lebanese dips. Delicious alongside many dishes; try it with fish. Baba ganoush is tasty and healthy.
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.
Mshabbak (Lace Sweet Pastry)
Mshabbak (also called the Arabic lace pastry) is a traditional syrup-dipped fried dessert. This recipe includes instructions for coloring the syrup, if desired.
Maha Eye Cookies
Maha Eye Cookies are a beautiful Arabic sweet in both appearance and taste. Named for their eye-like shape, they’re popular and made from widely available ingredients.
Stuffed Apples with Cream and Jelly
A light, refreshing vintage dessert — apples stuffed with cream and set with jelly. Great for kids' birthday parties. Simple and delicious.
Easy Homemade Qatayef Dough
Homemade Qatayef dough in an easy recipe that can be prepared to be tastier, cleaner, and less expensive than buying it ready-made. We recommend trying our recipe for the best Qatayef dough!
Date Bateeth Dessert - Video
Today's dessert is distinctly Gulf-inspired and relies on a staple ingredient from the Arabian Gulf region: dates! Try this easy, quick, and elegant recipe to serve to guests.
Nescafe Cheesecake
Coffee lovers will surely love this cake. The Nescafe Cheesecake is easy to make, but it benefits from making it a day ahead to give it time to set in the fridge.
Molokhia with Tomatoes
Molokhia with tomatoes! Do you know this recipe? We usually make molokhia with chicken or meat, or even fry it with a little oil and eat it with a squeeze of lemon! But molokhia with tomatoes?! Yes, it is delicious too, and you won't believe it until you try it :)
Soft Orange Safouf
A special homemade safouf recipe that's a little different from the usual. Safouf is one of the easiest and tastiest Arabic desserts, and it's especially convenient because it contains no eggs, making it a great quick choice for home cooks.
How to Make Tatrabrek
Tatrabrek — have you heard this name before? This is a chilled alternative to shish barak if you prefer serving the yogurt cold instead of cooking it on the stove. A very summery, delicious dish we recommend you try.
Lahmacun (Turkish-Style Minced Meat Flatbreads)
Turkish-style lahmacun — similar to the lahm bi ajeen we know, but Turks like to add sauce, parsley and diced peppers. Worth trying!
Falafel Salad
Falafel Salad: An innovative and elegant way to serve falafel as a salad without bread. The recipe includes links to make falafel at home and tahini sauce. A falafel's constant companion!! :)
Pasta with Chicken, Mushrooms, and Cream
Pasta with chicken, mushrooms, and cream... a very practical, delicious homemade recipe that both kids and adults love. When time is short or you need a quick surprise dinner, this recipe makes for a tasty choice.

















