Arabs are not shy when it comes to food. Nor are they generally big fans of waste. This combination of qualities leads to a completely bizarre collection of ‘delicacy’ dishes on Arab […]
A gutty delicacy for Eid
Pumpkin and Lentil Soup
If you’re a foodie but don’t have much time, this idiot-proof pumpkin and lentil soup recipe is exactly what you need. There’s nothing distinctly Arab about pumpkin and lentil soup. […]
Ramadan Rocky Road
This year, Ramadan coincides with winter in Australia. What better way to warm up the cold month than to top up the traditional ingredients of the holy season with toasted marshmallows? My […]
Khoshaf: make fruit salad like an Egyptian
Food is an important feature of Arab culture. Hospitality, love and celebration can all be expressed through putting together a delicious dish. Or ten. Unsurprisingly, that means there’s a seasonal Arab […]
Fatteh, a humble chickpea dish
The rush before iftaar (breaking of the fast) during Ramadan resembles something of a stampede in our household. If your life is anything like mine, you might want to ease the stress […]
