Al Faham Chicken is a popular Arabic oven-baked chicken in the Middle East, which is marinated in yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, and other Middle Eastern spices. This delicious Arabic grilled chicken is best served with rice, salad, or khubz bread along with traditional sauces like garlic sauce & tahini. [feast_advanced_jump_to] I remember last September when I visited Kuwait, my father took me to an authentic restaurant called Chicken Tikka that serves delicious Al Faham Chicken, which is very popular in Kuwait and most Arab Khaleeji countries. It is one of my favorite childhood gr ..read more

Emirati Khameer Bread is a traditional soft and puffy flatbread from the United Arab Emirates, golden brown and usually topped with sesame seeds and black cumin seeds. This type of bread is different from Arabic khubz as it has a slight sweetness from date water and milk, along with a mild cardamom and nutty flavor [feast_advanced_jump_to] When I lived in the Middle East, I noticed there were many different versions of flatbread or pita bread, including khubz/kuboos, tanoor bread, tamees, markook, shrak, and many others. In this post, I would like to share with you one of my favorite Emirati ..read more

Pad Kra Tiem is a Thai stir-fried meat dish consisting of boneless chicken breast seasoned with fried garlic, black pepper, cornstarch, and various seasoning sauces such as sweet soy sauce and oyster sauce. This dish is one of the easiest Thai garlic pepper chicken recipes which is best to serve with white rice. [feast_advanced_jump_to] To me, Thai food is one of the best Asian cuisines since they are rich in herbs & spices. When I was in an authentic Thai restaurant in Cebu City, I have eaten a delicious Thai garlic pepper chicken called Pad Kra Tiem. Because I love it so much, this is w ..read more

Piyanggang Manok is a traditional Filipino dish from Southern Mindanao which is made from chicken cooked in burnt coconut for smoked flavor that is seasoned with garlic, ginger, lemongrass, turmeric, and coconut milk. This Burnt Coconut chicken is best to serve and eat with white rice and palapa. [feast_advanced_jump_to] Coconut is an important ingredient in Filipino cuisines which we use it in our stews or grilling the meat. it makes sense since there are abundant coconut trees in the Philippines. Many examples of Filipino dishes using coconut include Ginataang Manok, Chicken Bicol Express ..read more

Shakriyeh is a Syrian yogurt soup dish that consists of beef fillet, plain yogurt, and fried garlic seasoned with different spices & herbs. It has a mild sour flavor yet it is so aromatic it is best to serve with traditional basmati rice or Arabic vermicelli rice. [feast_advanced_jump_to] Yogurt is a popular ingredient used in Levantine cuisines which we use to cook delicious recipes. When I was in Jordan for a visit, I ate different yogurt dishes like the Jordanian Mansaf from my Grandparent's house, and the Syrian Shakriyeh in the restaurant. In Lebanon, they a ..read more

Kebda Eskandarani is an Egyptian dish that consists of pan-fried liver combined with cumin, garlic, red onion, bell pepper, and lemon to enhance the flavor. It originated from Alexandria, an Egyptian city, which is a popular street food among locals, often enjoyed as a sandwich or served with rice. [feast_advanced_jump_to] In my experience, not many I know love eating liver since they find the smell unpleasant. However, in the Arab countries, we are known to add different spices and herbs, which gives a nice aroma making these dishes mouthwatering. And that's why I love eating since its not o ..read more

Awama (عوامة) is an Arabic doughnuts which is a deep-fried dough balls soaked in sugar syrup. It is made from flour, yeast, water, and cornstarch which is fried till golden brown. Often served warm, it is a popular sweet dessert in the Middle Eastern cuisines that is commonly served during the Islamic month of Ramadan. [feast_advanced_jump_to] During my Ramadan experience in Kuwait & Jordan, my Jordanian late mother-in-law (may she rest in peace) used to make an Arabic dessert called Awama or Awameh. These are usually served a few hours after breaking our fast or after the isha prayer. Th ..read more

Ginisang Sardinas is a Filipino breakfast dish made with canned sardines which involves sautéing chopped tomatoes, onions, and garlic before mixing them with eggs to create a scrambled texture. This is an easy and quick dish to make which is popular among students and working adults. [feast_advanced_jump_to] When I was a college student, my busy schedule left me with little time for cooking in my apartment. Thankfully, Filipino canned sardines became my lifesaver, as they can be eaten directly without cooking. Moreover, they provide a generous amount of protein, essential for sustaining the ..read more

Rfissa is a Moroccan dish consisting of chicken, fenugreek seeds, and lentils cooked in various spices, including Ras El Hanout and turmeric. It is typically served over shredded msemmen or other types of Moroccan flatbreads. [feast_advanced_jump_to] In Arab cuisines, including North African and Middle Eastern, there are many dishes that consist of stewed meat served over bread. If you visit my blog, you will discover examples such as tashreeb, chakhchoukha, and Mansaf, where meat is served over bread. In this post, I'd like to share with you a delicious Moroccan dish called Rfissa. The flavo ..read more

Chicken Salan is a Pakistani chicken curry stew dish which is known for its rich and spicy flavor. The chicken is simmered with tomatoes, onion, yogurt, and assorted spices, such as cumin, coriander and garam masala. The dish is often garnished with fresh coriander and served alongside rice or naan, offering a delightful and satisfying taste of traditional Pakistani cuisine. [feast_advanced_jump_to] Pakistani food is one of my favorites since they are rich in flavors and spices. Their cuisine is similar to Indian food and they are both amazingly delicious. When I was living in Kuwait, I had a ..read more