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Dinner is served, two soup bowls with chestnut soup and topping stand on a green wooden table surface. Both soup bowls have next to them a green patterned napkin with a golden spoon on top and a glass of white alkohlfree wine. Between the bowls is a small green bowl with pomegranate seeds and a golden teaspoon. On the green base are scattered chestnut leaves and whole chestnuts in shells.

Chestnut Soup

Kick off the fall soup season with this delicious chestnut soup. It warms you from the inside out, it is healthy, and fills you up. The spices and fruity topping of pomegranate seeds add an exotic touch. It tastes even better if you forage the […]

A pomegranate lies on a green wooden base. Behind it is a flat green leaf-shaped bowl filled with pomegranate seeds. A few seeds are scattered on the green base. Next to it is a green kitchen towel.

The Best Way to Remove Pomegranate Seeds

We like pomegranate seeds very much, but until now, I have avoided using the fruit because it always went hand in hand with a lot of cleaning. And then, weeks later, you discover red splashes somewhere and wonder how a delicious pomegranate can cause such […]

A big mason jar of Pickled Turnips on a dark stone surface

Simple Pickled Turnips

Time to pickle again! This time, I’ve got another recent favorite of mine: Pickled turnips. They are a classic Levantine pickle, and now I know why. Lots of flavor, a great crunch, and a vibrant color, what could you want more from a pickle? Also, […]

A beautiful ceramic bowl with colorful, garnished vegan pilaf rice

One-Pot Vegan Pilaf Rice

Bored of plain rice? Then I’ve got you covered with this vegan pilaf rice recipe. The rice is cooked in a delicious mix of spices, vegetables, nuts and dried fruits. This recipe won’t get boring. Also, there is lots of room for customization of this […]

A blue ceramic bowl with creamy yogurt tahini dip on a stone plate

Simple Yogurt Tahini Dip

A perfect dip doesn’t need to be complicated. This simple yogurt tahini dip is the perfect example. This dip only requires four ingredients and is super delicious. It makes a perfect addition for falafel wraps, as a condiment for salads, or with potatoes. You can […]

Date cookies presented on a plate, two cups of tea in the background. Dates and walnuts are scattered around the plate on a golden wooden underground.

Date Cookies (Maamoul-Inspired)

Today, I introduce you to my new favorite recipe for delicious date cookies. Recently, I saw a movie about a Tunisian woman making these cookies called Maamoul. I was so intrigued that I had to try them! A Maamoul is a semolina pastry from Middle Eastern cuisine, […]

Hot pickling brine is being poured into the glass jars

Pickled Cauliflower Recipe

Pickled cauliflower is a seriously underrated pickle. It is crunchy and tastes fantastic. Also, it is super simple and quick to make. The pickled cauliflower keeps forever in the fridge, and it is an easy hack to introduce lots of flavor to your dishes. No […]

five tahini stuffed dates in a beautiful bowl, nicely garnished

Tahini Stuffed Dates

I have a perfect little dessert snack recipe for you today. Tahini stuffed dates are such a treat. They are super easy and quick to make and only need four ingredients to come together in all their deliciousness. I served them quite a few times […]

A beautifully garnished, colorful fig couscous salad with almonds on grey plates

Roasted Fig Couscous Salad with Almonds

With the last figs being in season, I’d love to share a beautiful Mediterranean-inspired fig salad. This delicious dish combines the sweetness of roasted figs, the nuttiness of almonds, spices, and crunchy textures into one rich recipe. It balances lots of flavors and is super […]

Two glasses of beautifully garnished green mint lemonade

The Most Refreshing Mint Lemonade Recipe

Are you looking for the perfect hot summer day refresher? Then look no further than this delicious mint lemonade. To me, it is a classic rustic drink, it has such summer vibes. I love it so much more than store-bought lemonades and sodas. Additionally, the […]

Black tea with sage in two beautiful glasses, with dried sage leaves tossed around them

Black Tea with Sage

Do you want to switch up your usual cup of tea? Then try this black tea with sage recipe. It is super simple to prepare and brings a certain something to your tea! Like when making chai, this recipe spices up your cup of tea. […]

Musabaha pated on beautiful ceramic plate, and musabaha in a clay pot.

Musabaha Recipe

If you love hummus, you probably also love musabaha. Let me introduce you to this fantastic dish. When hummus is the smooth meze, musabaha is its rustic cousin. It’s made from the same ingredients, but instead of turning the chickpeas into a smooth paste, you […]

Crispy golden fried pita breads in a wooden bowl.

Crispy Fried Pita Bread

Crispy fried pita bread is one of the best things ever. No matter if you have it as a snack on its own or as part of delicious Middle Eastern dishes, fried pita is a star. It’s simple to make and a great way to […]