“ Qamar al-Din Mahallabia (also called Balawza) ”

Pumpkin and Leek Soup

Pumpkin soup, a tasty soup for all seasons! Beyond its delicious flavor, let's remember the many benefits of pumpkin. Try this recipe and you won''t regret it...

Tray Kibbeh

Tray kibbeh is a well-known traditional dish in the Levant, especially Lebanon and Syria. It can be served with green salad and yogurt-cucumber salad.

Fesenjan

Fesenjan is a famous dish from Iraqi cuisine made with chicken and walnuts... Have you tried it before? If you love sweet-and-sour flavor combinations, this dish is for you!

Fried Pumpkin Kibbeh

A pumpkin kibbeh recipe that’s superb in form and flavor. Try it Shaw Tabkhin Today’s way and share your thoughts in the comments.

Rice Mujaddara with Saffron

A hint of saffron adds a bright twist to a classic dish—Rice Mujaddara. The traditional mujaddara (the red version) is made with bulgur, while this rice-based version uses rice. Today’s recipe offers a saffron-infused Mujaddara.

Cocoa Checkerboard Squares

A lovely variation of checkerboard squares that brings cocoa into the mix, giving this traditional dessert a cocoa twist. Will you try it?

Mafteqa

Mafteqa is a well-known traditional Beirut dish. It is not a difficult recipe, but it does require patience and a long time over the heat. It is a special dish often made for celebrations and special occasions.

Pistachio Cheesecake

Anyone who loves nuts in general, and pistachios in particular, will love this recipe that brings together cream cheese and pistachios in an easy, delicious way. Try it and let us know what you think in the comments.

Mghammar

Mghammar is one of those traditional Lebanese dishes that brings back many memories... Some people love it, while others can’t even bear to hear its name... Which side are you on? :)

Oat-Crusted Broasted Chicken

Broasted chicken is a kid-friendly recipe you can easily make at home to avoid the unhealthy ingredients found in store-bought broasted.

Armenian-Style Lahm Bi Ajin

Armenian-style Lahm Bi Ajin offers a different take on the traditional meat-on-dough dish, distinct from the Shaami version. Try this Norma Kitchen rendition and share your thoughts.

Oreo Cheesecake

Cheesecake recipes of all kinds are delicious and allow plenty of room for personal creativity in decorating and preparing them in whatever way each person prefers. We recommend trying this recipe, which combines classic cheesecake with the famous Oreo biscuits.

Cheese Cookies

Cheese cookies are an easy, quick recipe that works well as a dessert after a meal or as a light snack for children.

Kawaj with Vegetables and Meat

From Syrian cuisine, and specifically from the beautiful, lively city of Tartus, comes this special recipe for kawaj!

Zucchini with Yogurt

A healthy yogurt-based dish suitable for the whole family, especially kids. Bon appetit.

Preserves and pickles

Pickled Cabbage (Sauerkraut)

Pickled cabbage is a delicious pickle that pairs well with many dishes. The nice thing about this recipe is that all of its ingredients are found in every home and it’s easy to make.

Oven-Roasted Leg of Meat

For feasts when you’re entertaining guests for lunch or dinner, you often look for the main dish that will be the star of the table, and today we present you with the perfect dish for that: Oven-Roasted Leg of Meat.

Preserves and pickles

Grated Pumpkin Jam

This grated pumpkin jam recipe isn't easy and requires some effort and patience to prepare, but the wonderful result makes all the effort worthwhile.