Hummus is such a staple throughout the Middle East, they actually sell it in plastic bags not containers. There is no time to package and keep up with the demand if each one had to be invidivually packaged. There are a ton of variations of hummus lately. From beet hummus, to chocolate hummus, to…
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Potato Kofta
Potato Kofta is comfort food in finger food form. This is a classic appetizer that is basically mashed potatoes breaded and fried to crisp perfection. These are a staple party finger food item at my grandmothers table during special occasions. It’s traditionally served with a parsley lemon salad very similar to tabbouleh but without…
Dubai, a foodie travel guide
A foodie travel guide of Dubai A quick and easy foodie travel guide for your trip to Dubai! Putting aside the shimmery glitz and gaudy glam that Dubai is known for, there’s an emerging food scene in Dubai that encompasses a wide range of cuisine. While Dubai is an ever expanding glistening oasis in the…
Zucchini Dip made with 4 ingredients
Zucchini Dip made with 4 ingredients is so simple and delicious and its the perfect way to get your toddler to eat vegetables. Years ago I went to a super cute Lebanese/Syrian cafe that served really good Middle Eastern food in a fun original way. There was fun art on the wall and great arabic calligraphy throughout…
Easter in the Middle East Tablescape
Easter in the Middle East is a big deal, so we decided to fuse our modern style with age old traditions! Easter in the Middle East tablescapes are the best way to celebrate the coming of spring! That glorious time of year that brings us so much joy…and great weather! It also brings us Easter!…
Baked Chicken & Potatoes in Lemon Garlic Sauce
Baked chicken & potatoes in lemon garlic sauce is a mouthwatering, quick & easy weeknight fix for the mundane dinner! I originally did this post for EZPZ meals a few weeks back (http://www.eazypeazymealz.com/juicy-baked-chicken-potatoes-in-mouthering-lemon-garlic-sauce/) and I’ve made this dish so many times since!! The potatoes in this dish are everything! And there is a actual secret that…
One Pot Creamy Tomato Harissa Shrimp Pasta
One pot creamy tomato harissa shrimp pasta will liven up this easy to make 20 minute dish! It’s funny because a lot of my friends think just because I own a food company or a food blog that dinner is always easily available at my home and I never need to ask myself whats for dinner….
Refreshing Sumac Salmon Kale Salad with Tahini Vinaigrette
refreshing sumac salmon kale salad with tahini vinaigrette is as every bit delicious as it is healthy! Recently, my husband and I have been listening to a lot of podcasts and watching documentaries about health and diet. The concept that food is medicine seems so revolutionary and yet so simple at the same time. …
Chicken Shish Tawook
Chicken shish tawook a simple and delicious middle eastern staple! The best thing about Shish Tawook is it taste better when marinated longer so you can make it the night before and when you’re ready to grill all you have to do is skewer the chicken! So simple and delicious. I, once again am feeling…
Super Grain (Freekah) and Kale Salad
freekah kale salad: the smokey, nutritious way to have fun with ancient grains! In the Middle East and growing up we never consumed Freekah in a salad. I paired it with honey roasted sweet potatoes and kale and it was perfect. So filling, healthy and the right amount of sweetness and smokiness. Freekay, Freek, Freekah is…