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Twix Cake
A delicious Twix-style chocolate caramel cake. This guide covers everything from A to Z, including how to make caramel at home! Who would buy Twix after this?
Lahma Bi Ajeen (Meat Flatbreads)
Lahma bi ajeen is a beloved Arab pastry—some like it with a squeeze of lemon, others prefer yogurt.
How to Make Turkish Ka'ak (Turkish Cookies)
An easy homemade Turkish ka'ak recipe using common pantry ingredients. Try this tasty pastry from Turkey, famous for its breads and baked treats.
How to Make Ghraybeh (Middle Eastern Shortbread)
Delicious ghraybeh made at home — light, buttery dough that melts in your mouth. Key tips: do not use butter (use ghee/samneh) and keep the cookies pale while baking for the perfect texture.
Madeleine Cakes
Madeleines — one of the lightest, most delicate French treats. Their tender, airy texture and subtle flavor make them a repeat favorite. They are a type of small cake.
Gulf-Style Batheeth Date Sweets
Batheeth date sweets are one of the tastiest and easiest desserts in Gulf cuisine. This home recipe needs few ingredients and makes an elegant, delicious treat.
Chicken with Coconut Milk and Curry
Asian-style chicken cooked in coconut milk and curry — fragrant, easy, and quick. Serve with rice or potatoes.
How to Make Meat Arayes
A quick and extremely easy recipe for Meat Arayes. These stuffed bread sandwiches are practical and loved by both adults and kids; serve them with fries, yogurt, and a vegetable salad.
Potato and Pea Stew
A special Kuwaiti breakfast dish from Kuwait, traditionally served for breakfast or 'riouq'. This potato-and-pea stew is easy, delicious, and quick to prepare, and pairs well with Arabic bread.
Lentil Kibbeh with Meat
Southern-style lentil kibbeh is a nourishing traditional recipe. Southern Lebanese cooking relies heavily on legumes and bulgur, and this dish includes both.
Chicken and Sun‑Dried Tomato Pasta
Chicken and sun‑dried tomato pasta — a practical, delicious Italian-style dish. Make it healthier with whole‑wheat pasta and low‑fat cream.
How to Make Fattoush
A classic fattoush made with the familiar core ingredients — the defining element is the toasted or fried bread. Some like to add arugula, za'atar, or other greens.
Turkish Kunafa
Turkish-style kunafa — a distinctive layered dessert with a green-colored kunafa pastry layer and a creamy milk pudding (muhallebi) layer. Try it and enjoy the unique flavors.
Fettuccine with Chicken and Vegetables
Fettuccine with chicken and vegetables — an easy Italian-style pasta that’s quick to make. A practical, family-pleasing weeknight dish.
Shahbayyah Roast (Tied Roast)
Shahbayyah roast — a hearty American-style roast that’s become very popular. You can cook it in a regular pot, but a pressure cooker makes the meat tender in less time. Serve with vegetables and the gravy; full method below.
Upside-Down Zucchini with Oil
Upside-down zucchini, or zucchini with oil, or fried zucchini... This recipe is simple, but delicious. It is especially good eaten with bread and vegetables, particularly dried or green onions and radishes. It makes a lovely appetizer, and it is an excellent vegetarian and healthy dish.
How to Make Authentic Mouhallabieh-Style Maghli Dessert?
Maghli is a popular traditional Arabic dessert, especially served when a new baby is born... There are many different ways to prepare maghli, and this is one authentic version.
Red Mujadara the Authentic Way
A wonderful recipe for red Mujadara, crafted in the southern Lebanese style, offering a rich take on this classic dish.

















