By: Noah Robertson/Arab America Contributing Writer As the world has dealt with the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), one business especially affected by lockdowns and social distancing has been restaurants. Even in the U.S., with less complete shutdowns, restaurants could only offer delivery or takeout for weeks. Even now, most are not allowed to be back at … Continued
By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer Sometimes, the best discoveries are off the beaten path. One sweltering summer day in the Palestinian city of Ramallah, this intoxicating yeasty sugary scent wafted out of the front door of a nondescript corner shop with no sign. Inside I saw a man, with a scarf on his head, … Continued
By: Noah Robertson/Arab America Contributing Writer In 1492, the last stronghold of the Al-Andalus kingdom, the Arabic name for the Iberian Peninsula, fell in Granada and the Moorish influence began to fade, but not without leaving lasting impacts on Spanish food, culture, architecture, language, and its people. Though we are going to talk mostly about … Continued
By: 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: MacKenzie DiLeo/Arab America Contributing Writer Individuals in Arab countries are beginning to think twice about eating beef or chicken and have adopted a more plant-based diet in recent times. Adopting a plant-based diet, otherwise known as “veganism,” means one is likely becoming more self-conscious about how their diet is affecting animals, the environment, and … Continued
By: Joyce Behrens/Arab America Contributing Writer As the month of Ramadan ends this weekend, it is a time of giving and appreciating to Allah. It is also a period to enjoy the company of family. During the holy month, daily fasting is necessary from dawn until dusk. Once the sun has set, it gives permission … Continued
SOURCE: Vogue By Alice Cary 14 May 2020 Are Bella and Gigi Hadid considering a career change? The sisters have been cooking up a storm in the rustic country kitchen at their family farm in Pennsylvania, and naturally, documenting their flourishing culinary talents on Instagram as they go. Quarantine has provided the supermodel sisters with … 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
Stressful times, including pandemics, have been with us for millennia, but this pandemic of the COVID-19 virus is the first time many of us have experienced such behavior-altering moments. Some may be reminded of the shutdown of 9/11, the austerity of World War II, and the poverty and outright misery inflicted more than a century … Continued
By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab Arab America Contributing Writer If there is ever a nutritional staple that can get you through tough financial times and food insecurity, it might very well be the overlooked fava bean. During this Covid-19 crisis when market aisles were as barren as the Sahara desert, fava beans came to my rescue. When … Continued
By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer Throughout the decades, people in Middle Eastern countries have dealt with a seemingly endless war, adversity, and food shortages which sadly continue to this day. One staple Arabs have depended on during these dark times to survive are legumes. Legumes are reliable in times of food uncertainty because they … Continued
394 Results (Page 12 of 33)
Notifications
Loading ...