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FEAST IN THE MIDDLE EAST
A Culinary Journey of Levantine Dishes
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Feast in the Middle EastBlanche Araj Shaheen’s Feast In the Middle East cookbook is a flavorful odyssey through Levantine cuisine, offering a blend of family heritage and cultural insights. Blanche shares cherished heirloom recipes passed down through generations, making them accessible to modern-day kitchens.
The book presents a delectable array of dishes from Palestine, Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, Egypt, and Morocco, ranging from classics like Smoky Syrian Muhammara dip to comforting Warak Enab grape leaf rolls and fragrant Lebanese semolina custard, Layali Lubnan.
Venturing off the beaten path, Blanche introduces hidden gems like Musakhan, a sumac-spiced chicken dish from a Palestinian village, and timeless treats like Ma’moul date ring cookies and the ancient Burbarrah bulgur wheat porridge.
Blanche’s culinary expertise shines as she modernizes traditional recipes, making them convenient for today’s Western palates and busy schedules. Readers can recreate iconic street foods like Chicken Shawarma and crispy Falafel, thanks to Blanche’s easy-to-follow techniques and readily available ingredients. Fusion dishes like Baklava Granola, Middle Eastern Nachos, and Middle Eastern Nachos seamlessly blend Middle Eastern and Western flavors.
Blanche’s inspiration for this cookbook stems from her dedication to preserving Middle Eastern recipes and culture, a mission she shares through her YouTube show, Feast in the Middle East. Through clear cooking techniques, ingredient insights, and historical context, she makes Middle Eastern cuisine approachable for modern lifestyles.
Feast In the Middle East is an invitation to embark on a culinary adventure, bridging cultures and generations. Blanche’s commitment to sharing the essence of Middle Eastern cuisine and her family’s culinary heritage shines through in this beautifully crafted cookbook, making it a must-have for anyone eager to explore the diverse and delectable world of Levantine dishes.
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