I wrote this post three years ago, while I was still living in Beirut. But it makes sense to share … More
Category: Recipes
TV dinner pasta
A reminder that it doesn’t have to be beautiful to be delicious.
Pickled eggplant
If you ever decide to travel to the Arab world, get ready to eat a lot of pickles. Aside from the … More
The chipotle sauce
There are a few things I always bring with me when I travel. Dark brown sugar. Black beans. And dried … More
Herb Salad with Chutney
When I was a small girl I invented a salad that I’m pretty sure to this day no one else has ever thought of.
Winter quince
I’m not much for sweets, so the holidays start to weigh on me pretty quickly. But even for those who live for pie, … More
Lemon halloumi sandwich
This is the sandwich you want to eat when you wake up late on Sunday. Split this and some eggs with someone you kinda like.
Broccoli Soup
The first storm of the season hit Lebanon this week, which I welcomed with a hearty bowl of broccoli soup. Thick … More
Torsades with brown butter brussels sprouts
Torsades, or girandole, are sometimes referred to as fusilli’s younger sister. Although slightly smaller than their older siblings, their crevices make … More
The Paul Auster omelette
This is not an omelette, nor is it Paul Auster’s recipe. In fact, I’m not much of an Auster fan. Let … More
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