This date and rose water chia pudding is inspired by Palestinian cuisine and my love for plant-based foods. Sweet and creamy Medjoul dates, almond milk, a subtle touch of rose water and apricot pieces characterize this nourishing treat. It will provide you with the sustenance and energy you need for your mornings, middays, or late…
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Roasted Sweet Potato and Lentil Soup with Tahini
It’s still winter and what better way to cozy up than with healthy and delicious comfort food. This vegan roasted sweet potato and lentil soup with Eastern spices and a tangy tahini sauce hits all the right spots. It’s also the perfect way to make use of sweet potatoes while they’re still in season. Simple,…
Date, Oat, and Nut Superfood Bars
Rich in fiber, protein and healthy fats, you would never think that something so delicious could also be so good for you. Sweet and chewy Medjool dates, crispy oats, crunchy almonds, flax seeds, and all those healthy mediterranean flavors in one delectable and naturally sweet vegan and gluten-free granola block. I also added a bit of…
Palestinian Couscous with Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto
What happens when you combine the cuisines of two rich Mediterranean culinary traditions? Nothing less than a fusion food delicacy. These are the types of dishes that I enjoy making for they journey me through time and space in a way that even travel can’t compete with. This soul-warming maftoul, also known as Palestinian couscous…
Express Thyme and Halloumi Pastry
Express baking has never been so delicious. I came up with this recipe on a late night when I was craving a savory pastry stuffed with a cheesy and herby filling. So, I simply took out a piece of thawed puff pastry that I had in the refrigerator from the day before and got creative. I have to…
Lentil, Pomegranate, and Herb Salad
Bustling marketplaces, rainbows of fresh and seasonal produce, and the sounds of locals hurrying to their different destinations are all part of my daily grocery shopping experience. This is the start of the day that I look forward to, for it gives me an understanding of the world too vivid for words. This recipe, like…
Nutella Cheesecake Fudge Bars
I know that it sounds quite mischievous, but it is the season for these types of indulgences after all. Unless, you are like me and lack the willpower to avoid making them after the holidays. In that case, your addiction may require some intervention. Nonetheless, I have a feeling that you will be quite pleased…
Honey, Nut, and Date Chocolate bars
Ah chocolate… It comforts us in times of joy, despair, and need. And there are few things more satisfying and rewarding than making your own, especially if it requires only minutes. This recipe is the quick and effortless route to rich, smooth, and flavorful gourmet chocolate. It is quite versatile and you can customize it as…
Gourmet Stuffed Honey Figs
My favorite foods are those that have character, history, and culture. They are also the ones that bring me the most pleasure to make. It is almost like taking a mental a spiritual vacation for a moment. I find it quite therapeutic to work with ingredients that speak about a people, lifestyle, and tradition. My…
Pumpkin Cheesecake Truffles
I have been attempting to create a recipe that combines two of my favorite desserts; cheesecake and pumpkin cake, and all while requiring little time and effort. After some experimenting, I found just the perfect combination of ingredients. Here are my absolutely decadent pumpkin cheesecake truffles. Made with smooth cream cheese, pumpkin, cookie crumbs, and rich spices, you…
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