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Go topBy: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer Arabs throughout history had an uncanny ability to incorporate foods with medicinal properties into dishes. Many times superfoods like fenugreek are not palatable and almost bitter on their own. But the health properties of fenugreek are too massive to ignore, so Palestinians figured out how to put this seed … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab American Contributing Writer It was in the year 1000 A.D. and al-Mansour, the never-defeated Moorish leader of Arab Spain, had returned to Cordova from yet another victory over the Christians of the North. A man of steel, he had forged an army which was the best in both Europe and the Muslim … Continued
Oriental dance is not just a dancer in a sequined costume asking for money while dancing. When people talk about oriental dance, they automatically refer to sensuality, hip-dancing, and undulations. It’s a feminine dance of Egyptian origin. It was developed in the Maghreb and the Near East, which includes many styles such as “Raqs sharqi” … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer The third-largest indoor ski resort in the world, Ski Dubai, opened its doors on December 2, 2005, became the star of Dubai’s ‘Mall of the Emirates’ – the largest shopping center outside of the U.S. It was officially inaugurated, in a ribbon-cutting ceremony, by Shaikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al … Continued
By: Yasmina Hage/Arab America Contributing Writer Each Arab country has its music linked to its specificities and traditions. “Arab music” is a collection of oriental music from a vast geographical area that stretches from Central Asia to the Atlantic. All this music has been transmitted by oral tradition and has much in common. In fact, … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributor Writer Besides the impressive Parador de Toledo just outside of town, I paused to survey Toledo, compact on its hill, shining in all its glory. From my vantage point, the view of the splendid fortress-like medieval town, walled on one side and girded by the Rio Tajo on the other … Continued
By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer Artichokes are such fun finger food for family parties, family gatherings, and picnics. But who was the first person brave enough to pry open this prickly thistle to eat? Many historians believe artichokes originated in the Middle East, which isn’t surprising as there are numerous Arab dishes paying homage … Continued
Compiled by Arab America Mother’s day to you and all MOMS in your life. Some of our Arab America Foundation Team Members from France, Iowa, Michigan, New Jersey, and Virginia submitted a favorite recipe from their mothers. We received a variety of recipes reflecting an essential part of our Arab heritage. More importantly, these recipes … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer Anyone who has visited the countries along the East African coast in the past, before the region’s civil wars and anarchy, usually remembers being seduced by its delicious local cuisine, especially the spicy and wholesome chicken dishes. Alas! Today there are few foreign travelers to the area and relishing … Continued
By: Yasmina Hage/Arab America Contributing Writer SEND your camera video of your gift to Mom to info@arabamerica.com In the United States, it was President Woodrow Wilson who instituted Mother’s Day on May 9, 1914, after Anna Jarvis initiated it on May 10, 1908. The story, in short, is that Anna Jarvis led a ceremony in … Continued
Compiled by Arab America On Sunday, April 26th, the Arab America Foundation hosted an unprecedented online commemoration for National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM) with members of Congress, cultural artists, and members from the Arab American community. The event was attended by over 500 registrants. The event was opened by Warren David (president of Arab … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer The rain during the night had freshened the air and we felt relaxed as our bus made its way southward from Agadir, Morocco’s top resort, to Tafraout – Morocco’s so-called magical pink town. The rays of the sun created a panorama of various shades of green, in places, marred … Continued
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