By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer As the sun rose over Amman, the usually busy streets felt quieter, as if reflecting the tension in the air. In the palace, King Abdullah II reviewed the latest news from Gaza, where the war threatened lives and the peace that Jordan has long worked to protect. … Continued
By: Monica Haddad / Arab America Contributing Writer Hailing from Lebanon, Manakeesh are a popular flatbread eaten throughout the Arab world, especially for breakfast. Manoushe is traditionally flatbread dough topped with cheese or Zaatar (thyme mix). We all know Mankeesh is delicious, it is perfect just the way it is, I will not argue against … Continued
By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer In the heart of the Levant, people once thrived on hearty grains like freekeh and burghul, staples that filled their plates and their lives with nourishment. These wholesome foods weren’t just ingredients; they were the foundation of a lifestyle that celebrated health and vitality, allowing families to … Continued
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By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer In Jordanian and Palestinian culture, mansaf is more than just a dish; it is a symbol of heritage, hospitality, and communal values. This traditional meal, steeped in history and cultural significance, brings people together to share not just food but a sense of identity and belonging. Mansaf’s … Continued
By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer Imagine a band that takes the ordinary, lights it on fire, and from the ashes creates something extraordinary. This is Harget Kart—a name that, in the Arabic Jordanian dialect, means “to burn a photo card.” Just as their name suggests, Harget Kart has set the conventional boundaries … Continued
By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer In a world where we often take knowledge for granted, seldom questioning the foundations of what we believe to be true, Hani Al-Najjar’s book Those Who Hide the Sun challenges us to rethink everything we think we know. This book is not merely a call to question … Continued
By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer Food has a unique way of bringing people together, and celebrating it will make you enjoy your meal and feel grateful to receive grandma’s recipes generation after generation. So can you imagine that this great moment of grace and pleasure can be easily stolen, just like the … Continued
By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer Palestinian cuisine is a rich reflection of the region’s cultural traditions, emphasizing communal dining and the importance of family. Traditional cooking techniques are central to their culinary heritage, such as slow cooking in earthenware pots, marinating meats with aromatic spices, and baking bread in taboon ovens. Each … Continued
By: Alison Norquist / Arab America Contributing Writer Likely originating in Egypt, basbousa is a semolina cake soaked in rose water syrup. Going by many names throughout the Middle Eastern region. The sweet combination of semolina flour, butter and yogurt, and almonds or other nuts has been a Ramadan staple for centuries. This basbousa recipe, … Continued
Contributing writer Menal Elmaliki shares what is Zataar, the famous Middle Eastern spice, as well as its history and its importance in the region. Zatar is as popular in the region as ketchup is in America to those who aren’t from the region. What’s special about zatar is the thyme that it is used for, a wild thyme that grows in the Mediterranean and middle eastern region used in their cuisine, spread on bread and eaten with olive oil. Zatar traces back to biblical times and has a reputation being brain food.
By Alison Norquist / Arab America Contributing Writer The Moroccan fish pie is a millennium-old sweet and savory pastry that has been declared a staple of Moroccan cuisine. Made up of a buttery, flaky crust enveloping moist spiced chicken and nuts. All while being covered in a light dusting of powdered sugar and cinnamon. In … Continued
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