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Go topBy: Pamela Dimitrova / Arab America Contributing Writer Arab culture has always been an appealing mystery for the people living in the West – coming from the countries that most of them have seen only in the books and movies, it is something new and unknown to most Western people. However, in recent years, people … Continued
By: Nana Osei/Arab America Contributing Writer Arab food encompasses some of the most diverse and tantalizing meals in the World. The food not only is tasty but comes with a strong history and cultural significance. Some people may find Arab food to be different simply because they aren’t used to it in their country. However, … Continued
By BILL ADDISON RESTAURANT CRITIC / Los Angeles Times AUG. 17, 2019 I’ve been thinking lately about the ways that cuisines are transformed and reinterpreted when they’re translated from home cooking to a professional kitchen. It was the subject of my newsletter last week, in conversations with food writers Andy Baraghani and Naz Deravian on the … Continued
By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer If there is one spice that makes a serious splash in Palestinian cuisine, it would have to be Za’atar, the spice blend consisting of thyme, sumac, savory and sesame seeds. Whether eaten with bread and olive oil, baked into a flatbread called Manakeesh or sprinkled on eggs, this zesty … Continued
By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer Who says you need lettuce to make the perfect salad? In Palestine, Lebanon, Syria, and Jordan, cucumber tomato salad is so versatile it is eaten for breakfast as well as lunch or dinner. This salad could end up next to a plate of scrambled eggs and warm pita bread … Continued
“Let Us Share Our Commonality, but also Celebrate Our Differences.” That was my opening remark in a speech back in 2007 to an assemblage of Arab-Americans, both Christian and Muslim, at the inaugural Unity Dinner of the Arab-American Religious Leaders of Greater Chicago (ARC). Still today, some people say that Christians and Muslims who emigrated … Continued
By: Cara Zanta/Arab America Contributing Writer Morocco is a beautiful, colorful, and diverse country. Its beauty stems from its mountain ranges, ancient cities, deserts, and most importantly, amazing food. The multi-layered dishes and robust flavors of Moroccan cuisine make traveling to Morocco #1 on your bucket list. Morocco, located in the Northwest region of Africa, … Continued
By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer Ask any Palestinian, Lebanese, Jordanian or any Arab for that matter what their favorite dessert is, and they will most likely say without hesitation “Kanafeh!” Most people in the western world might scratch their heads and say..”huh, what is it?” Kanafeh is a legendary dessert with a cult-like following–any … Continued
The restaurant industry in America is a booming business opportunity. While it’s true that many restaurants struggle to establish themselves, with the right strategy, talent, and business acumen, there’s every chance a new restaurant can stand the test of time. It takes a lot of planning, hard work and there’s no doubt that there will … Continued
By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer In the Arab world, home cooks waste nothing and have devised a myriad of recipes that do miraculous things with stale bread. Fattet Batinjan is one of those dishes that some say dates all the way back to the Islamic period back in the eighth century. “Fattet” in Arabic … Continued
By: Katie Teague/Arab America Contributing Writer Watermelon: the classic summer treat that will bring a smile to anyone’s face. In the Middle East, watermelon brings more than a smile. Arab obsession with the fruit is completely acceptable, which is why I will be taking a glimpse into the life of this juicy delicacy. Watermelon is … Continued
By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer No Arab breakfast is complete without the addition of labneh (yogurt cheese), which has a consistency similar to airy cream cheese. Smooth, tart, light, and creamy, labneh gets a dose of good fats and robust flavor when drizzled with fruity olive oil. You can sprinkle this spreadable cheese with … Continued
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