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Go topBy: Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM) is a time to celebrate the rich history, contributions, and cultural influence of Arab Americans and the broader Arab world. Here’s how you can honor their legacy, embrace their heritage, and promote greater appreciation in your community, workplace, or school. For … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer A very popular dish in all the Arab Gulf countries, harees, a food as old as time, is one of the traditional dishes in the Arabian Peninsula. Versions of it remain popular in Syria, Lebanon, Palestine and Iraq. Wheat is the most common ingredient but in some areas, rice … Continued
By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer As we still have a few more cold months before spring and summer, there is nothing more comforting than a cozy bowl of homemade soup. While making the broth from scratch is always optimal, many people don’t have time to simmer a broth for hours during their busy schedules. … Continued
Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer On Valentine’s Day, we celebrate love with whispered, written, or sung words. But have you ever wondered if the words we use shape how we feel love itself? In Arabic, love is not just one feeling but a journey, with each stage having its name. Every emotion is … Continued
Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center. Source: Wikimedia Commons By: Jack Moran / Arab America Contributing Writer The Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center (SQCC) is an organization based in Muscat, Oman. In 2005, the SQCC was established in Washington, DC to promote Omani heritage and shed light on important issues facing Omani people. Oman and the United States … Continued
By: Mehdi El Merini / Arab America Contributing Writer The vast expanse of the Sahara Desert, with its sweeping dunes and harsh, arid landscapes, has given birth to a unique and evocative music genre known as Desert Blues. Rooted in the traditions of the Tuareg people, this style blends traditional Saharan rhythms with modern guitar-driven melodies, creating … Continued
By: Barbara Nimri Aziz / Arab America Contributing Writer In this satirical dialogue, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. President Donald Trump engage in a behind-the-scenes imagined exchange ahead of a press conference on Gaza. Through exaggerated rhetoric and ironic asides, Arab America contributing writer, Barbara Nimri Aziz, critiques the handling of the war … Continued
By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer Dating back to 8000 B.C., lentils have been and remain very important in the diets of the people in the Arab Middle East serving not only as an ideal replacement for meat but also as a staple ingredient. They are very nutritious and an affordable source of protein, iron … Continued
Are you searching for the perfect book to read for Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM)? This curated list highlights works by American authors of Arab descent, offering something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a compelling novel for your book club, an inspiring memoir for your classroom, or a moving collection of poetry, these books … Continued
Frank Zappa. Photo source: wikimedia commons By: Rania Basria / Arab America Contributing Writer Music is a universal language, constantly evolving as cultures blend and influence one another. Arab Americans have played a crucial but often overlooked role in shaping the U.S. music scene, bringing Middle Eastern sounds, rhythms, and instruments into genres like jazz, … Continued
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (WASHINGTON, DC) February 5, 2024–This April, the Arab America Foundation proudly celebrates National Arab American Heritage Month–NAAHM, honoring the rich history and contributions of Arab Americans. This year’s theme, “Arab American Heritage: Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future,” reflects on the community’s legacy while recognizing the next generation of leaders making strides … Continued
By: John Mason / Arab America Contributing Writer This is the seventy-third of Arab America’s series on American pathbreakers of Arab descent. The series includes personalities from entertainment, business, sports, science, arts, academia, journalism, and politics, among other areas. Our seventy-third pathbreaker, Ismael Ahmed, is an Arab American born in Brooklyn, New York, to a … Continued
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