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Grape Leaves in Olive Oil
Grape leaves in olive oil is one of our favorite vegetarian recipes. You can adjust the dish's acidity by the amount of lemon juice and adding sumac, depending on personal preference
Molasses Finger Cookies
Molasses finger cookies — a fantastic recipe that replaces some sugar with molasses (date or grape molasses) to make delicious cookies. Easy and made with common pantry ingredients.
Olive and Pomegranate Salad
A flavorful vegetarian salad that’s great for parties — you can prepare it in advance so the flavors have time to meld. Simple ingredients you likely already have at home.
Maamoul Rolls with Date, Chocolate, and Coconut
Maamoul in all its varieties is delicious and one of the most popular Levantine pastries people always ask for. This recipe includes three tasty fillings: date, chocolate, and coconut.
Molokhia with Oil
Molokhia with oil is delicious too. It is not necessary to add meat or chicken to enjoy the taste of this beloved dish. A few simple additions are all it takes.
Abbas Cookies
Abbas cookies made with a homemade recipe that is hard to beat. Some also call them Thursday cookies or Murraqad. These cookies are served on important occasions, especially holidays.
Lemon Orange Cookies
Lemon orange cookies made with a delicious, easy homemade recipe. We recommend serving these lemon cookies with afternoon tea! Here is the step-by-step method.
Jam-Filled Mbrousheh Cake, Hajar Al-Qalaa
A jam-filled mbrousheh, one of the most delicious desserts and loved for its simplicity. It is also called Hajar Al-Qalaa — but why, I wonder? You can use your favorite type of jam.
Avocado and Date Cocktail
Avocado and date cocktail with a variety of other fruits. This cocktail is traditionally served with nuts and honey; cream can be added if desired. Very tasty and nutritious.
White Chocolate Filled with Strawberry Jam and Coconut
White chocolate filled with strawberry jam and coconut — a recipe you can make and serve to guests on happy occasions. An easy homemade recipe and certainly cheaper than store‑bought.
Green Beans in Oil
Green beans in oil — a healthy, very tasty vegetarian recipe, especially good with white onion and green bell pepper. Served with bread. Some like it warm; most prefer it chilled from the fridge.
Sugar-Coated Chocolate Cookies
Sugar-coated chocolate cookies are a delicious treat your kids will love! Try this recipe from #WhatAreWeCookingToday — we guarantee you'll be making them again!
Mahalabia with Date Syrup
A fresh and delicious dessert idea: mahalabia with date syrup. Try this tested home recipe and you’re sure to love it.
Easy Date Cake Recipe
A wonderful recipe for date cake with toffee sauce. A very delicious and tried-and-tested recipe.
Sugar-Free and Dairy-Free Cookies
A dream recipe for cookies (or cake) that contains no milk, no sugar, and no fat. Easy, tasty, and suitable for vegetarians and those avoiding dairy or fat.
Green Beans in Oil
Green beans in oil are a practical, tasty vegetarian dish, especially for families and kids. This traditional Levantine recipe is popular across the Levant.
Petit Four Cookies
Homemade sweets are cleaner, tastier, and more enjoyable to prepare than store-bought treats! How about trying these delightful petit four cookies?
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.

















