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…
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Citrus and Saffron Loaf Cake with Orange Blossom Drizzle
A wet and sweet delicacy enriched with exotic flavors and drizzled with a fragrant orange blossom syrup. With a bit of Palestina, a bit of España, and a bit of of love, this cake represents the flavors of my upbringing. Palestinian citrus and orange blossom water paired with rich Spanish saffron and you have got a fusion…
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…
Lemon and Cardamom Apple Cake
After several gloomy and chilly days, today’s weather surprised us with a beautiful amount of sunshine. It lifted my spirits and got me in the mood to bake a treat that combined both winter and spring flavors. The result, a moist and lemony apple cake deliciously spiced with cinnamon and cardamom, a most glorious combination…
Olive Oil, Pistachio, and Chocolate Chip Cookies
Here is my twist on the traditional chocolate chip cookie and the Italian Bocconcini al Pistachio di Bronte. These crispy and chewy treats are made of extra-virgin olive oil, crushed pistachios, and creamy chocolate chips. The olive oil is distantly tasted in a way that only enhances the overall flavor of the cookie. Perfect and utterly…
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…
Strawberry and Olive Oil Tea Cake
It is officially the much anticipated strawberry season in the Eastern Mediterranean and I can barely contain my excitement for all the recipes that I have in mind. That is the beauty of eating fruits in season. Not only are they naturally more delicious and flavorful, but they are also appreciated more. My strawberry and…
Feta and Zaa’tar Twists
One of my favorite things to do in recipe development is fusing different cultural cuisines. Indeed, little can go wrong when combining two world famous culinary traditions. This recipe consists of Palestinian flavors with a delightfully French twist. Crispy, tangy, and loaded with Mediterranean goodness, these zaa’tar and feta twists will quickly become an all-time…
Mediterranean Spinach and Ricotta Pie
During the chilly autumn and winter seasons, I get inspired to get creative with pies. As this will be my first winter in the Eastern Mediterranean, I decided to make a savory pie that reflects the region’s flavors in all their glory. This Mediterranean spinach and ricotta pie is accompanied by various Middle Eastern ingredients….
Spanish Flourless Almond Cake – Tarta de Santiago
I decided to take a trip to Spain today, a mental and spiritual trip, that is. We don’t always have the luxury of travel due to time, career, or personal restrictions. But we have the power of imagination and foods that can take us back in time or even to places that we have never…
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