Some foods are generally more popular than others. England is famous for fish and chips, Italy for it's pasta dishes, and the Middle East is famous for a few different ... Read More

This weekend I had the chance to spend a little time with a few members of the cast of the hit show Sleeper Cell. I spoke with Oded Fehr, who ... Read More

After chopping garlic, the smell can remain on your hands for hours after. Unless you are warding off vampires, smelling like garlic can be embarassing and annoying. Here are some ... Read More

Baba ghannouj is probably one of the most well known Middle Eastern foods. The dip has a refreshing unique flavor that is just as delicious and addictive as traditional Ranch ... Read More

I have been guilty of using boxed falafel mix. It's easy, it's fast and it's good. After trying out different brands over the years, I have discovered the best. These ... Read More

I love to cook with saffron. It can make a dish look more appealing and gives a nice flavor. In fact, you will find saffron is used many ... Read More

When stocking your Middle Eastern pantry, there are a few staples to have on hand. In Western countries, these might be like canned soup, bread, and milk. In the Middle ... Read More

People can sometimes be anxious about trying a new food, like Middle Eastern cuisine. It's different, has ingredients that may be very different from the norm. Some ingredients you may ... Read More

Dukkah is a spice mixture used as an appetizer and it is most commonly found in Egypt. You prepare the dukkah by mixing together a few spices and other key ... Read More

Baklawa takes a lot of time to make. It's sticky and gooey. You will get messy - thats a given. But it is worth it. Baklawa is such a dessert ... Read More

We all have to crawl before we walk - it is the same principle in cooking. These recipes are basic, yet delicious and will be you an introduction to cooking ... Read More

Do you ever get tired of making the same old thing? I do. We all get into ruts where we make the same dishes many times. I do like to ... Read More

Researchers have found anti-cancer properties in the spice turmeric, a common ingredient in Middle Eastern Cooking! Studies and research show that compounds in turmeric slow down the spreading of cancer ... Read More