Category: Middle East
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#22 – Palestine: A Nation Denied its Rights
A little while ago I prepared a meal from Palestine, both as part of my international cooking journey and also wishing to call attention to a very important matter. As Palestinians continue to face relentless bombardment and displacement, I find it impossible to ignore the ongoing atrocities committed by the Israeli government in Gaza. Entire…
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#14 Iran – A rich cuisine in a country full of tradition and beauty
Welcome back! This time, we’re talking about Iranian/Persian food! An old and rich food culture with very distinct flavor profiles. Heavy on saffron and rose, the dishes get a rich and sweet aroma and for some a strong floral note. Iran has an old and deeply proud culture – this is well-reflected in their cuisine.…
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#4 Jordan – First Steps into the Levant
Welcome back! Jordan was another step into both familiar and new territory. While I’d had some food from this region I’ve never actually made it myself before and my experience of West Asian cuisine was very much limited to shawarma, falafel, hummus, pita and Turkish (or Turkish-German?) kebab. All delicious in their own right, but…
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