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How to Make the Best Pizza
A homemade pizza recipe that always turns out delicious. You always ask for the perfect soft pizza dough or a special homemade sauce — this recipe gives you both in one. You can also use the dough for different kinds of pastries.
How to Make Zanoud al-Sitt (Lady's Fingers)
One of the tastiest Arabic desserts. Zanoud al-Sitt, a classic home recipe, prepared here in an easy, tested method.
Pepperoni Rose Pizza
Pepperoni rose pizza — a pretty, kid-friendly party idea. The pepperoni color makes it attractive; the method is simple.
Ma'karoun (Zeinab's Fingers)
Asabe' Zainab (Ma'karoun) — simple, easy, and very tasty pastries. A classic Arabic sweet made from pantry staples.
How to Make Karniyarik
A very famous and delicious recipe from Turkish cuisine! You will love karniyarik, or stuffed eggplant with a distinctive filling and flavors, prepared here in this easy, tried-and-tested recipe.
How to Make the Tastiest, Easiest Madlouka
Madlouka could not be easier to make! Learn how to prepare the tastiest and easiest madlouka with pistachios and fresh cream, and enjoy its rich flavor.
How to Make Manakish
Manakish! Who doesn’t love these wonderful pastries? Manakish dough is known for being used with a variety of fillings, such as cheese, za'atar, meat, and kishk, among others. Here, you’ll find a detailed method for making the dough and a selection of fillings.
Easy Zanoud Al-Sitt
Zanoud Al-Sitt made with filo pastry — very easy and quick. The recipe includes how to make the qashta (clotted cream). Garnish with crushed pistachios or a splash of orange blossom and enjoy fresh.
Ma'karoun Fried Sweets (Ma'karoun)
Ma'karoun — an old-fashioned, popular fried sweet soaked in syrup. Rich and indulgent, it’s a longtime favorite. Here’s how to make it.
Homemade Manakeesh Dough
Manakeesh comes in many varieties—thyme, cheese, or kishk. It is one of the tastiest and most famous breakfast dishes in Lebanon and the Levant. Try making the Sho Tabkhin Today dough and share your thoughts in the comments.
How to Make Kunafa with Cheese
Cheese kunafa in a trusted home recipe. You can use ready-made kataifi pastry or try the house-made kataifi recipe included in the recipe.
Ful Medames: How to Make Fava Bean Stew
Ful medames is one of the tastiest breakfast dishes in the Levant. The way of preparing and serving ful medames in Lebanon differs from Egypt, and every cook puts her own signature on making it.
Croissant Making
A wonderful, proven, home-tested method for making croissants at home. The process takes time, but the result is well worth the wait.
Tomato Kamouna
Tomato kamouna is one of the tastiest traditional vegetarian recipes, with a special charm that surpasses the fanciest dishes. The kamouna spice blend is essential for success with this dish, and you’ll find a link to how to make it within the recipe.
How to Make the Best Loubya bi Zayt
Loubya bi Zayt is a quintessential summer recipe, especially since it is served cold and some people even prefer it chilled from the fridge! Delicious with sweet green pepper and onion.
How to Make Dough for Pies and Samosas
No feast table is complete without pastry dishes. Here is this simple, tried-and-tested recipe for making dough for all kinds of pies and samosas.
How to Make Authentic Kuwaiti Machboos
To prepare delicious Kuwaiti machboos, use this detailed and clear recipe. Machboos is one of the best Gulf dishes ever—if you try it once, you’ll make it a hundred times!
How to Make Brioche
Brioche is a delicious pastry that is very popular in the Arab world for its ease of preparation and wonderful flavor. This recipe is suitable for breakfast or a light dinner depending on your preference.