Well fall has arrived, though you wouldn’t feel it here in California with a record heatwave lasting all week! But that doesn’t deter me from fall vibes and how much I enjoy baking every year as the weather gets cooler. Today, I am featuring the viral spiral croissant. In the ever-evolving world of culinary trends,…… Continue reading The Viral Spiral Croissant-That Took Tiktok by Storm!
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From Garden to Gourmet: Fall Apple Roses
Hello friends…are you feeling the fall vibes yet? I am! What I need to make clear is I don’t have a green thumb, but I love to plant fruit trees. I figure I can buy them already formed, put them in the ground, add some fertilizer and water them, and they reward me every year…… Continue reading From Garden to Gourmet: Fall Apple Roses
No Bake Cake Celebrates Palestine & South Africa!
Today I uploaded the final video of my South African cuisine series, and I saved the best for last, especially if you have a sweet tooth! As summer approaches, this supremely easy yet creative dessert is great for barbecues, potlucks, and parties. Behold, the South African style “fridge” cake: This dessert is no bake, so…… Continue reading No Bake Cake Celebrates Palestine & South Africa!
Sugar Free Ghraybeh! (Arab Shortbread Cookies)
Hello Dear Friends, I realize that it has been a while since I have posted a recipe, please know that I have not forgotten you! I have been busy working on a lot of charity events, as well as my job at NBC, and I will be sure to share some of my favorite NBC…… Continue reading Sugar Free Ghraybeh! (Arab Shortbread Cookies)
Mabrousheh: Middle Eastern Streusel Jam Bars
Childhood summers spent at my grandmother’s home in Bethlehem, Palestine meant playing among trees brimming with sun ripened fruit. I spent hours climbing trees, observing busy fire ants, kicking a ball around with my sister, and feeding the chirping baby chicks my grandmother bought us from the market. We were surrounded by trees bursting with…… Continue reading Mabrousheh: Middle Eastern Streusel Jam Bars
Homemade Ice Cream That’ll Make You Melt!
Hello Friends, Hope you’re enjoying your summer! Ice cream season is in full swing at my house, however, every year I end up with the same pattern. My kids, nieces and nephews all get the hankering for ice cream. I go to the supermarket to see if I can get something for them on the…… Continue reading Homemade Ice Cream That’ll Make You Melt!
Summer Desserts with Fruits at Peak Season!
While a lot of people are dashing around on July fourth trips or vacations, I am staying home this year. I plan on making this holiday extra special for my family so they don’t experience FOMO, or Fear of Missing Out. One of the ways I do this is by planning a special July Fourth…… Continue reading Summer Desserts with Fruits at Peak Season!
The Breakfast You Didn’t Know you Needed
What do you think of when you think of comfort food? A plate of french toast that is crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside? Maybe a piece of warm fruit pie with a scoop of rich ice cream? If that is your definition of deliciousness, then you are in for an easy…… Continue reading The Breakfast You Didn’t Know you Needed
MARBLED Easter Cookies in Minutes!
Hello Friends! Easter preparations are well underway in our family, and if you have been following my blog for a while, you know this is Mamoul time! These semolina date ring cookies usher in the beginning of spring, Jesus’s resurrection, and in the Muslim world, Ramadan, which is happening right now as well. If you…… Continue reading MARBLED Easter Cookies in Minutes!
Dramatic Dessert: Wine Poached Pears!
Growing up eating a Middle Eastern/Mediterranean diet, the primary dessert in my family was fruit, perhaps with a side of cheese. During hot summer days my mother took breaks from cooking to give us a dinner of fruit, cheese, and bread–usually grapes or watermelon with farmer’s cheese. She would apologize that the house was too…… Continue reading Dramatic Dessert: Wine Poached Pears!