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Jordanian Excellence: Dr. Omar Hatamleh Leading AI at NASA

By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer Jordan has a rich history of contributing to the global community, and its people have made remarkable strides, particularly in the United States. From academia and engineering to medicine and the arts, Jordanians have left a memorable mark on various fields, showcasing their talents and innovation. Among … Continued

Chickpeas and Checkpoints: Hummus in the Shadow of Arab-Israeli War

By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer Food has a unique way of bringing people together, and celebrating it will make you enjoy your meal and feel grateful to receive grandma’s recipes generation after generation. So can you imagine that this great moment of grace and pleasure can be easily stolen, just like the … Continued

From Tradition to Triumph of Michael Rafidi

By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer Palestinian cuisine is a rich reflection of the region’s cultural traditions, emphasizing communal dining and the importance of family. Traditional cooking techniques are central to their culinary heritage, such as slow cooking in earthenware pots, marinating meats with aromatic spices, and baking bread in taboon ovens. Each … Continued

Coffee Around the Arab World

By: Souria Dabbousi / Arab America Contributing Writer Coffee has always had a unique place in the Arab World, where it can be found in plenty of coffee shops and residences. The beverage is derived from coffee plant seeds, which originated in the Horn of Africa and spread to the rest of the globe through … Continued

5 Arab Inspired Gift Ideas

By: Arab America Contributing Writer / Mariam Alyakoob Gift giving and finding the right gift can sometimes be harder than expected. It can be even harder when thinking of a meaningful cultural gift to give to someone that makes them feel close to home. You can either give it to someone from that culture who … Continued

Qahwa House Yemeni Latte Recipe

Arab America contributing writer, Menal Elmalik, offers the masses a copycat recipe of Yemen’s Cafe most famous drink. Qahwa House, originally based in Michigan has gained popularity and is now opening branches all across America. They have taken traditional drinks and given it a modern twist. Want to enjoy this drink without making the long trek and spending money, just follow this simple recipe and you’ll be able to enjoy this Qahwa House brew in your very own home.

Dearborn Michigan: An Arab American Food Mecca

By: Blanche Shaheen / Arab America Contributing Writer Stepping inside Lebon Bakery, a flood of flashbacks overcame me. The smell and sight of kunafa, or the iconic orange pastry with melted cheese and pistachios, brought back fond memories of bakeries I had visited in Palestine and Jordan. All of the women working there spoke fluent … Continued

Card Games and Cafes: Social Life in the Arab World

By: Lindsey Penn/Arab America Contributing Writer In the Arab world, cafes are not just a place to work, but a place to socialize for hours on end. Each table has a deck of cards, chess, backgammon, and more. People gather with friends to drink leymoon bil nana, smoke shisha, watch sports, and play card games … Continued

Why is Yemeni Coffee the Best Coffee in the World?

By: Joyce Behrens/Arab America Contributing Writer Coffee beans have been in existence for centuries. Since the beginning of international trade, coffee has been one of the main commodities because of the benefits it provides. The main benefit, as we all know, is the ability to keep your focus and concentration from the caffeine. The first … Continued

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