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Yetakelt Wet – Spicy Mixed Vegetable Stew

By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer For my vegetarian friends, out of the many stews I prepare, in general, this Djibouti moderately hot and spicy stew is a favourite.   Serves 6 to 8 5 tablespoons butter                                                                 1 large onion, finely chopped4 garlic cloves, crushed1 teaspoon garam masala 1 tablespoon paprika2 cups fresh green beans, … Continued

California Fires: Is It Time to Rethink Wood for Concrete?

By: Ralph I. Hage / Arab America Contributing Writer Fires sweeping through the Los Angeles area have claimed at least 24 lives, displaced thousands, and destroyed more than 12,000 structures. Driven by powerful Santa Ana winds, the Palisades, Eaton, Kenneth, and Hurst fires have burned around 62 square miles, with conditions expected to worsen before … Continued

Arab America Foundation Launches 20 Under 20 for 2025

For Immediate Release Washington DC (Wednesday, January 15, 2025): The Arab America Foundation announced today that nominations are open for 20 Under 20 (Class of 2025), and applications are now being accepted until Sunday, February 23, 2025. 20 Under 20 is a celebration of accomplished young Arab Americans. The program spotlights young students who have … Continued

Revolution Anthems: The Rise of Tunisian Rappers from the Arab Spring

By: Jack Moran / Arab America Contributing Writer Following the Arab Spring Protests of 2010 and 2011, Tunisian rap and hip-hop music became increasingly popular within the Middle East. This was due primarily to a young rapper, El Général, an artist from northern Tunisia, and the success of his most popular song Ṛayīs li-Blād (Head … Continued

The Andalusian Legacy: Traces of Arab Culture in Spain

Iberian Peninsula. Photo source: Wikimedia Commons By: Rania Basria / Arab America Contributing Writer Spain’s rich and lively past is closely linked to the influence of Arab-Muslim civilization. From 711 to 1492, Al-Andalus, a Muslim-ruled province on the Iberian Peninsula, served as a cultural, scientific, and intellectual bridge between the Islamic world and medieval Europe. … Continued

Palestinian Film, “Ground Zero” Leads Arab Submissions to the Academy Awards 

By: Nissrine Bedda / Arab America Contributing Writer In recent weeks, the Academy Awards revealed their shortlist of films, sparking significant excitement across the Arab world, especially with the inclusion of the Gaza-directed documentary From Ground Zero. This powerful documentary captures the stories of 22 Gazans whose lives were profoundly transformed after October 8, 2023. These … Continued

Kufta Mabrouma – Ground Meat with Pine Nuts

By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer Aleppo and its cuisine never fails in its unique tastes and aromas.  Kufta mabrouma is a specialty of the city where it is baked and served in a round platter, with the ground meat rolls arranged in diminishing circles. Serves 6 to 8 2 medium onions, very finely chopped … Continued

Notable Players and Memorable Moments of Syrian Football

By: Fedal Hanoun / Arab America Contributing Writer Known as the “Qasioun Eagles,” the Syrian national football team has a rich legacy distinguished by prominent players and spectacular games that have permanently changed its supporters. Syrian football has brought pride and optimism to its country over the years despite political and financial obstacles by means … Continued

The History of the Hashemite Dynasty

By Liam Nagle / Arab America Contributing Writer Several of the states in the Arab world are ruled by monarchies; Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Morocco are just a few examples of monarchies that exist there. However, only a few monarchical families can claim ancestry back to the Prophet Muhammad himself – one of these is … Continued

The Search for Cleopatra’s Lost Tomb: Kathleen Martinez’s Bold Quest

Statue of Cleopatra VII. Photo Source: Wikimedia Commons – CC Creative Commons Zero, Public Domain Dedication By: Mehdi El Merini / Arab America Contributing Writer Cleopatra VII, the last queen of Egypt, remains one of history’s most enigmatic and compelling figures. Known for her intelligence, political acumen, and legendary love affairs with Julius Caesar and … Continued

Baseema – Coconut Cake

By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer Baseema is a traditional Sudanese cake that has its culinary cousins in the basbousa of Egypt and the harisat al-lawz or nammura of Syria, Lebanon and Palestine. Its flavour is enhanced even further when served with ice cream.   Makes about 20 pieces 4 eggs, beaten 1/2 cup butter, melted             … Continued

Exploring Middle Eastern Music and Dance

By: Fedal Hanoun / Arab America Contributing Writer With music and dance at the core of its customs, the Middle East boasts one of the richest cultural legacies in the world. Middle Eastern music captures themes of love, celebration, and spirituality, from the complex melodies of the oud to the hypnotic rhythms of the darbuka. … Continued

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