Meze

Stuffed grape leaves known as “Warak Enab” in Arabic, is a Lebanese dish of spiced rice and beef rolled in grape leaves and simmered in a Lemony broth.

Tabbouleh is Levantine vegetarian dish (sometimes considered a salad) traditionally made of tomatoes, finely chopped parsley, mint, bulgur and onion, and seasoned with olive oil, lemon juice, and salt. Some variations add garlic or lettuce, or use couscous …

This almond semolina cake consumed on birthdays, family reunions, and religious holidays. It is made from semolina flour flavored with turmeric, sugar, eggs, baking powder, sesame paste, aniseed, and pine nuts. The dessert's yellow color comes from the …

This is a pizza-like dish originating from the Levant. In contrast to the modern use of lamb or beef, traditional sfiha are open-faced meat pies made with ground mutton. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S…

Moutabel is a spicy dip from Lebanon. The enticing appetizer gets its heat from green chile peppers, which can be omitted if desired. Some people prefer to serve this dip cold,Serve with warm or toasted pita bread, chips, …

Dough topped with thyme, cheese, or ground meat. Similar to a pizza, it can be sliced or folded, and it can either be served for breakfast or lunch. The word manaqish is the plural of the Arabic word …

The pizza of the Arabic world, manakeesh is a round bread sprinkled with either cheese, ground meat or herbs (zaatar). It's ideal for breakfast or lunch. Varieties come from both fancy Levantine restaurants or street vendors.

Malfouf salad or cabbage salad is a Lebanese salad, typically consisting of shredded cabbage, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and dried mint. It is very easy to make and is very delicious.

Lahmacun is a popular dish in Lebanon,Syria,Turkey,and in Armenian and Turkish communities worldwide. Lahmacun is a round, thin piece of dough topped with minced meat.

Is strained yogurt and has a cheeselike consistency. It makes a great alternative to sour or cream cheese. Spread it on bread, bagels, or fresh pita. It is even better on fresh fruit! Labneh is popular for breakfast …

Kibe is a Lebanese dish made of bulgur (cracked wheat), minced onions, and finely ground lean beef, lamb, goat, or camel meat with Middle Eastern spices.

Kibbeh Nayyeh is a Levantine mezze. It consists of minced raw lamb or beef mixed with fine bulgur and spices.