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  • Mozzarella Starters


    We all know the Italian Caprese salad which is made with mozzarella and fresh tomatoes. For a change, I tried other ways of presenting mozzarella. One is with raw courgette noodles and the second is with sun dried tomatoes. These easy to prepare starters are really appreciated by my family and friends!

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  • Shawarma (Marinated Lamb, Beef or Chicken Slices)


    Shawarma is a Levantine meat preparation where slices of lamb, beef or chicken are marinated in vinegar and spices then stacked on a vertical spit. As the spit rotates, the meat is roasted on all sides. When ready, the meat is shaved off with a knife and served on a platter or a wrap, together […]

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  • Muhamarra – Roasted Walnuts and Red Peppers Dip and Spread


    Muhamarra is a delicious dip made mainly of roasted walnuts, red peppers & breadcrumbs. It originated in Aleppo and is widely used in both Syrian and Lebanese Mezzehs! It’s also a delicious spread and a nice accompaniment to grilled meat dishes! The name means « reddened » in Arabic and it comes from the Arabic word Hamra.

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  • Mjadarra – Lentils and Rice


    In the old times, in Lebanon, Mjadarra was poor people’s food; nutritious and cheap. Nowadays, it’s everybody’s favourite and a popular dish when you want a meat-free meal. And of course, it’s an ideal dish for vegans & vegetarians. Lentils are pulses with many nutrients such as fibre, protein, vitamins and minerals and they are […]

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  • Banana Pancakes


    This recipe has been sent to me by my daughter-in-law, Fatima, who loves pastry making and baking. I tried it. It is very good, great for breakfast but also with afternoon tea. Serve them with a fruit compote, a drizzle of maple syrup, honey or with sliced bananas and a dusting of caster sugar.

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