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How to Make Ka'ak al-Abbas
A delicious, easy, tried-and-tested homemade recipe for Ka'ak al-Abbas. Can be left plain or filled with ground dates. Known by several names, including “Thursday Ka'ak”.
Hummus with Tahini
Hummus with tahini is one of the most delicious Lebanese dips. It's easy to make and healthy too. Don't forget a drizzle of olive oil on top.
Potato Salad with Za'atar
A light, healthy, and flavorful vegetarian potato salad made with boiled potatoes, chopped vegetables, za'atar and a lemon–olive oil dressing.
Grape Leaves in Oil
Grape leaves in oil are a widely known vegetarian dish in the Levant. You can prepare this tasty dish as a main course or as a side with meat or fish.
Custard-filled Tart
A very special tart with custard filling. The recipe is easy, uses readily available ingredients, and we recommend trying it. Bon appetit in advance.
Ghraibeh Cookies
A classic and beloved Eastern dessert. This recipe makes ghraibeh surprisingly easy and quick—not as hard as you may think. Give it a try and share your thoughts in the comments.
How to Make Hummus Masbaha
Hummus masbaha is a very easy recipe, especially suitable for breakfast! It tastes delicious with pickles and fresh vegetables, and it is not complete without olive oil on top.
Anise Cookies
Anise cookies — a delicious, easy-to-make variety. Fragrant and light, they pair perfectly with any hot drink.
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.
How to Make Katayef Batter
A simple, home-tested Katayef batter recipe. You can fill them with pistachios, walnuts, or cream, and cook them on the stove or fry them in hot oil.
Kaak Cookies
A new Kaak cookie recipe that we never tire of trying, making, or eating... Try this recipe, which from the photo looks incredibly delicious.
Ma'arouk with Dates or Brioche
Ma'arouk, brioche, or whatever name you know it by, is one of our signature recipes! Great for mornings and evenings, with a cup of coffee or after lunch, and perfect for kids’ lunch boxes to take to school.
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.
Brazilian Sonho (Cream-Filled Doughnuts)
Sonho — a Brazilian sweet made from fried dough filled with cooked, cooled pastry cream. Dust with powdered sugar to serve. A very delicious treat we recommend trying.
Cinnamon Rolls (Cinnabon-Style)
Cinnamon rolls — a delicious dough roll filled with cinnamon, cocoa and sugar. Topped with sweetened condensed milk and melted chocolate; add walnuts if you like.
Nutty Cookies
A simple, tested homemade nut cookie recipe the kids will love. You can fill or top them with chocolate spread or jam as you like.
Baladi Za'atar Blend
A traditional baladi za'atar blend made the authentic way and very easy to prepare at home. The key is to toast and dry the ingredients well before grinding them. Za'atar is one of the most important dishes on the Levantine breakfast table, and many families prepare it annually so the house never runs out. It is mixed with olive oil before eating.
Zucchini and Eggplant Maqluba in Oil
Zucchini and eggplant maqluba — a traditional, simple dish with few ingredients, no spices or meat. A light summer recipe served cold.