The first time I had Lebanese food was well after the first time I’d eaten Moroccan food. Shockingly (or perhaps not) there wasn’t a lot Middle Eastern fare in the rural upper Midwest. Surprising right? I can remember one of the first meals I did have and my favorite part was the condiments. This is …
International Food
There are numerous chicken and rice dishes found throughout the Middle East and many are just slightly different from each other making it hard to tell them apart. But, they certainly are unique and special. Sometimes it’s the cooking technique, other times the spice combination or way of serving it. If you’re looking for easy …
One year, I almost planted a bunch of mint in our back garden. Then my stepdad told me it was a bad idea and I should consider putting it into a planter instead. “Mint spreads everywhere!” he told me. Considering the amount of mint we use in Morocco this didn’t seem like a terrible thing. …
When planning an iftar meal there are countless suggestions for sweets and sugary (or fried) items to pick from. But the sugar overload can be a bit much, especially for people who prefer foods that are more savory. What I’ve found is that most all Ramadan tables have a few key elements; something to drink, …
My teenagers are OBSESSED with Java Chip Frappuccinos from Starbucks. But we don’t have a Starbucks on every corner here in Morocco so those frappuccinos are a real treat. Recently I saw a recipe on how to make whipped coffees at home. I think we all did as the trend swept lockdown 2020. The first …
Persian food is some of my favorite in the world thanks to the use of different flavors and spices. This Iranian recipe is a lot easier to make than I thought it would be and it’s a crowd pleaser. My kids and husband ate it up without hesitation and have already asked when I’ll be …