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Go topBeing an Arab American has many advantages and disadvantages. If you were born and raised with typical American principles but have a traditional Arabic family, gatherings and holidays can be pretty confusing. Am I allowed to eat this? What if I’m not hungry? Here is your guide to cultural norms when it comes to dinner … Continued
Kousa is a prolific summer plant, just like zucchini, only Lebanese kousa is a light green variety similar to Mexican squash, which is also light in color. Lebanese kousa is favored because of the tender marrow without large seeds that is perfect for stuffing either with our Lenten, vegan stuffing, or with traditional lamb and … Continued
Washington DC (September 8, 2015)–Today, United Palestinian Appeal (UPA) announced master oudist Simon Shaheen and the Qantara Ensemble will perform a benefit concert for the children of Gaza on Saturday, October 24th, 2015 (7:00 pm) at Ss. Peter and Paul Antiochian Orthodox Church, 10620 River Rd, Potomac, MD 20854 Proceeds from the concert will … Continued
Dr. Hadia Attar discusses her role impacting Arabic language instruction with Arab America’s Dr. Amal David BY: Adrian Tafesh/Contributing Writer Tamer Ashraf, 48, of Springfield, VA understands the frustration of being an Arab-American who is unable to speak Arabic, or pass it on to his children. “It didn’t really start to bother me until I took … Continued
purslane—baqle—picked and washed for salad © linda dalal sawaya 2015 Purslane, is an internationally common, succulent weed originating in India, known in Arabic as baqle or berbeen in Iraq, as my dear Iraqi friend Aseel tells me. It contains more Omega-3 fatty acids (α-linolenic acid) than any other leafy vegetable plant making it a superfood: … Continued
It’s that time of year again where every weekend has a wedding or celebration, and as an Arab American that can only mean one thing- time to dabke! Here is a quick history of what the folk dance is all about and some tips to prevent you from feeling embarrassed on the dance floor. HISTORY … Continued
CALIFORNIA Ramadan of Hope: Agoon Foundation with Imam Suhaib Webb July 3, 2015: Ramadan Of Hope is a fundraising Iftar for Agoon Foundation. Imam Suhaib Webb will be keynote speaker. MCA Grand Qiyam with Imam Suhaib and Yasmin Mugahed July 4th, 2015: This year our panelist will be two of the very well-known Muslim … Continued
grapevines in my garden © linda dalal sawaya 2015 It’s Time to Pick and Roll Grape Leaves Right now the grapevines in my garden are ready—not with fruit, but with fresh, young, tender leaves—to pick and use now or to freeze for later use for making stuffed grape leaves. Instead of using purchased grape leaves … Continued
Mahraganat is a term that is now showing up all across the dance world! Mahragan or “festival” music was born in Cairo’s slums by the lower classes. Its popularity in Egypt quickly spread to Europe where it is heavily performed (even to the point that it is already considered a legitimate folk dance) and can … Continued
British citizens think worse of Israel than they do about any other non-European country except for North Korea, a British survey published this week found.
Answering the question “Which of the following do you feel especially unfavorable toward?” 35 percent named Israel – scoring two points worse than Iran, the poll found.
With 47 percent, North Korea won the worst score, the Chathan House-YouGov poll found.
Israel’s score, a rise of 18 points since the last poll was published in 2012, may have been due to last summer’s war between Israel and Gaza and the civilian death toll it exacted from the Palestinians, the report posited. Respondents may have been influenced by news from the war, which featured heavily in the news when the survey was conducted, said the report.
Source: www.haaretz.com
First, mix “American Idol” with “The Real World.” Pour the contestants into the same house, stir in the same grungy, bubble gum pop outfits, and watch their reaction. Then ice with a singing contest in which voters decide the winner. The result would appear to be just another reality TV show, except that all contestants … Continued
Arabs across the Middle East are unconvinced the United States will stand up to Israel despite Washington’s rare public outrage over plans to build new Jewish homes in a traditionally Arab part of Jerusalem. The skepticism is eroding Arab hopes that President Barack Obama will push hard for a long-sought peace deal between Israel and … Continued
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