Let us talk about beef kafta! Most Lebanese people love it and totally agree it tastes delicious. Over the centuries they’ve certainly mastered various ways of preparing it as well. You can find kafta grilled and fried and you can also find kafta served with vegetables, tomato sauce, and rice. People also get creative with…
How much grapefruit is too much grapefruit? Asking for a friend (hi, it’s me, I’m the friend). Because this flavor-packed bundt uses two entire grapefruits, including the zest and the juice as well as grapefruit extract in the cake itself, which is then soaked with a flavor-packed grapefruit cordial and drizzled with a grapefruit glaze…
Moghrabieh with chicken is a common Lebanese dish. It’s prepared as a main meal for lunch guests and is especially enjoyed by families in Beirut. This dish is known more in Lebanese cities than in the countryside. Moghrabieh, sometimes sold as “Lebanese couscous,” is a type of giant pearl couscous shaped into pea-sized balls. It’s…
One of the most famous Lebanese hot appetizers, batata harra is a simple dish but rich with flavors. I remember when I first was introduced to batata harra. I was a young age, attending the wedding of my cousin with my parents and the wedding ceremony was at one of the best restaurants in Lebanon….
Let’s take a classic cake and turn it on its head – so to speak. I’d like to introduce you to the Pineapple Upside-Down BUNDT Cake. When a friend asked for a take on the classic, my mind went straight to Bundt. It’s a natural fit! Aren’t ALL bundt cakes upside-down cakes, really? Also, please tell…
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There are plenty of Marrakech day tours when visiting Morocco’s red city. I always recommend these day tours to my clients when they are short on time, but who would still like to get a sneak peek of what the region of Marrakech offers. They often come back inspired and grounded, thankful to have embarked…
Authentic Greek Scrambled eggs known as strapatsada or kagianas, are made with tomatoes and onions, served with crumbled feta and fresh herbs, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light supper. As I’ve mentioned beforefor Greeks, eggs are more of a night food than a breakfast food. The largest meal of the day is a late…
Following Authentic Mediterranean Diet is easy when you have the right tools! I’m making it even easier with an expansive collection of authentic Mediterranean Recipes that are easy and approachable and this free Complete Mediterranean Diet Shopping list! And you can also check out The Authentic Mediterranean Diet Meal Plan for ideas on how to…
The Ourika Valley is among the most visited High Atlas sights. It is most appreciated by nature lovers and people looking to immerse in the local Berber life of simple living. Located only 30 kilometers south of Marrakech, Ourika Valley is part of the High Atlas in Morocco. Several Berber communities surround the Ourika Valley,…
