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fromHyperallergic
3 hours ago

Matzah Is the Medium

His innovative abstractions evoked both the art historical canon and the haunting afterlives of Atlantic slavery.
Arts
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fromThe Washington Post
1 day ago

Israelis celebrate Passover in a parking garage turned bomb shelter

An underground community in Tel Aviv gathered for Passover amid ongoing missile threats, finding solace in shared rituals despite the danger above.
Madrid food
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 hours ago

Stop brunch! How a rustic Catalan meal is taking the fight to bland food and overtourism | Abbas Asaria

Brunch in gentrifying cities symbolizes overtourism and erodes local culture, leading to protests against generic cafes and rising rents.
Silicon Valley food
fromVogue
1 day ago

The Couple Behind Katz's Delicatessen and Sababa Foods Share a Favorite Recipe for Passover

Amy and Jake Dell met on a dating app, bonded over their family restaurant backgrounds, and had an effortless connection during their first date.
Dining
fromTasting Table
3 days ago

10 Luxury Foods That Were Once Considered 'Poor Man's' Options - Tasting Table

Societal value of foods shifts over time, with luxury items often becoming accessible to all, leading to changes in perception and exclusivity.
Berlin
fromBerlin Food Stories
4 days ago

What's Next for Mommseneck: Yoram Roth Steps In

A new venture is set to revive the former Einstein Mommseneck location in Charlottenburg, led by entrepreneur Yoram Roth.
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fromTasting Table
4 days ago

How I Respectfully Decline To Share Top-Secret Family Recipes - Tasting Table

Unnecessary food gatekeeping is detrimental; sharing family recipes can be a way to show love and connection.
Miami food
fromTasting Table
5 days ago

The Key Ingredient That Makes Florida's Tarpon Springs Greek Salad Unique - Tasting Table

Tarpon Springs-style Greek salad features potato salad, creating a unique and hearty dish that balances flavors and textures.
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

BBC Arabic defended as lone voice in region for giving Israeli perspective'

BBC Arabic provides a unique Israeli perspective in the region, countering narratives ignored by state-owned media despite facing significant criticism.
#passover
LA food
fromcooking.nytimes.com
1 week ago

A Passover Chicken With California Cool

Tara Lazar prepares traditional Passover meals in advance, emphasizing family heritage and local ingredients for a meaningful Seder experience.
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fromTasting Table
1 week ago

10 Delicious Matzo Recipes For Passover - Tasting Table

Passover celebrates the Exodus, featuring traditional foods like matzo, with various recipes to enjoy it during the holiday.
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fromTasting Table
1 week ago

I Grew Up Loving My Family's Beet Horseradish At Passover - This Year I'm Turning Up The Heat - Tasting Table

Homemade gefilte fish and beet horseradish are central to a family's Passover seder, emphasizing tradition and personal touch.
LA food
fromcooking.nytimes.com
1 week ago

A Passover Chicken With California Cool

Tara Lazar prepares traditional Passover meals in advance, emphasizing family heritage and local ingredients for a meaningful Seder experience.
Cooking
fromTasting Table
1 week ago

10 Delicious Matzo Recipes For Passover - Tasting Table

Passover celebrates the Exodus, featuring traditional foods like matzo, with various recipes to enjoy it during the holiday.
Cooking
fromTasting Table
1 week ago

I Grew Up Loving My Family's Beet Horseradish At Passover - This Year I'm Turning Up The Heat - Tasting Table

Homemade gefilte fish and beet horseradish are central to a family's Passover seder, emphasizing tradition and personal touch.
fromHyperallergic
1 day ago

A Palestinian-American Photographer's Intimate Gaze

"In 'break bad (freddy flexing)' (2021), a slim man's attempt to exert physical strength instead displays his fragility. A gentleness in his eyes suggests truer strength beneath the performance."
Arts
fromBon Appetit
1 day ago

Diaspora Co. Teamed Up With Dozens of Farmers to Write a Cookbook

The spices are merely a vessel for culture, community, storytelling, and politics. The recipes were so fresh, simple, and seasonal. That's not the version of South Asian food that most people know.
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fromLondon On The Inside
3 days ago

This Algerian-Inspired Rotisserie Chicken Spot Is Coming Home to Roost in Forest Gate

Roost, a rotisserie chicken restaurant, will open in June 2026, focusing on quality, community, and halal sourcing.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
5 days ago

The Genius Way To Give Pasta Salad Crunch Without Adding Extra Ingredients - Tasting Table

Air-frying pasta adds a crispy texture, enhancing the flavor and diversity of pasta salads.
Berlin food
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Eid celebrations dimmed by war and displacement across Middle East

Economic crises and conflict severely impact Eid celebrations in Iran, Gaza, and Lebanon, with many displaced and struggling to afford traditional festivities.
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fromTasting Table
4 days ago

Dubai Chocolate-Style Pistachio Chia Pudding Recipe - Tasting Table

Dubai chocolate pistachio chia pudding offers a nutritious, delicious alternative to traditional sweets, combining flavors and textures for a satisfying treat.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
6 days ago

Don't Toss Leftover Olive Brine - Use It In Meat Dishes Instead - Tasting Table

Olive brine enhances meat flavor and tenderness, making it a valuable ingredient for marinades.
NYC food
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 week ago

Daniel Humm's Culinary Pilgrimage Through Greece

Chef Daniel Humm's culinary journey in Greece emphasizes respect for food traditions and sustainable cooking practices.
Dining
fromBKMAG
1 week ago

The Best Persian Food in Brooklyn Right Now

Eid and Nowruz celebrations in NYC highlight cultural joy, but the Iranian diaspora faces challenges due to ongoing conflict in their homeland.
#persian-cuisine
Silicon Valley food
fromEater LA
1 week ago

Perse Is the Most Ambitious New Persian Restaurant in Los Angeles

The Persian restaurant scene in Los Angeles reflects cultural heritage and adaptation, offering refined cuisine beyond traditional kebabs.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Opinion: An ancient, sophisticated palate

Ancient people 5,000-8,000 years ago in northern Europe prepared sophisticated, carefully selected meals combining hunted fish, gathered plants, roots, and berries, suggesting deliberate culinary practices rather than simple subsistence eating.
History
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

10 Foods Ancient Romans Loved That We Still Eat Today - Tasting Table

Ancient Romans consumed many foods similar to modern diets, including eggs, fruits, vegetables, and seafood, with dishes like deviled eggs originating from Roman banquets.
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

Give Scotch Eggs A Vegetarian Spin With This Middle Eastern Swap - Tasting Table

Scotch eggs are a pub food delicacy - a soft-boiled egg wrapped in a thin layer of sausage, coated in breadcrumbs, and then deep fried until crisp and delicious, ideally with a yolk in the center that is still runny. They are as heavy in the hand as they sit in the belly, a classic British dish that sticks to the ribs and girds one against the cold grey drizzle.
Berlin food
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
1 week ago

Textiles weave tales of Palestine's rich but troubled history

Textiles are a window into the communities that created them, with every motif and line signalling a different memory, tradition or identity. Often seen as folk art, these pieces of embroidery and weaving bring together dozens of narrative threads, from Japan to South America. But nowhere is it more fraught with meaning than in Palestine.
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fromTasting Table
5 days ago

The Unexpected Paste That Takes Your Goulash To The Next Level - Tasting Table

Anchovy paste enhances goulash by adding a subtle umami flavor without overpowering the dish.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

'It's been bittersweet': The Iranian-Iraqi cafe drawing crowds to Hackney

Logma's sandwiches, which have become the most popular item on the menu, were born out of necessity when the owners opened without plates or cutlery.
London food
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

L.A.'s Persian restaurants offer sanctuary, support as Tehrangeles reacts to war

Los Angeles's Iranian community gathered in Westwood to celebrate following Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's death, expressing hope for political change while experiencing mixed emotions about regional conflict.
NYC parents
fromFOX 5 New York
3 weeks ago

Mamdani hosts Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil for Ramadan dinner at Gracie Mansion

NYC Mayor Mamdani hosted Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil and his family for Ramadan dinner, marking one year since Khalil's ICE arrest and subsequent release.
#palestinian-cuisine
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fromMashed
2 weeks ago

The Palestinian dessert I Never Skip At This Brooklyn Restaurant - Mashed

Tanoreen serves celebrated Palestinian knafeh, a crispy, cheesy pastry dessert that has become a signature dish at the Brooklyn restaurant since 1998.
NYC food
fromAol
2 weeks ago

The Palestinian dessert I Never Skip At This Brooklyn Restaurant

Tanoreen serves celebrated Palestinian cuisine in Brooklyn, with knafeh—a crispy, cheesy pastry dessert—as its signature dish that creates memorable dining experiences.
London food
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

A corner of north London where food has become a battleground in the Israel-Gaza war | Jonathan Liew

A Palestinian supper club in north London serves traditional cuisine while raising funds for Gaza aid, creating community connection through food and cultural preservation.
Berlin food
fromMashed
2 weeks ago

The Palestinian dessert I Never Skip At This Brooklyn Restaurant - Mashed

Tanoreen serves celebrated Palestinian knafeh, a crispy, cheesy pastry dessert that has become a signature dish at the Brooklyn restaurant since 1998.
NYC food
fromAol
2 weeks ago

The Palestinian dessert I Never Skip At This Brooklyn Restaurant

Tanoreen serves celebrated Palestinian cuisine in Brooklyn, with knafeh—a crispy, cheesy pastry dessert—as its signature dish that creates memorable dining experiences.
London food
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

A corner of north London where food has become a battleground in the Israel-Gaza war | Jonathan Liew

A Palestinian supper club in north London serves traditional cuisine while raising funds for Gaza aid, creating community connection through food and cultural preservation.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago

Denver Locals Swear By This Hole-In-The-Wall Hidden Gem For Mediterranean Favorites - Tasting Table

Shish Kabob Grill, a family-owned Mediterranean and Middle Eastern restaurant in Denver since 2004, offers authentic cuisine with fresh ingredients and traditional recipes at affordable prices.
Dining
fromcooking.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

Mix-and-Match These Stunning Dishes to Gather Loved Ones and Feast

Yewande Komolafe's curated menus celebrate African and diaspora cuisine through 25 recipes designed for flexible entertaining, prioritizing connection over perfection.
#harissa
fromTasting Table
1 week ago
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This Spread Transforms Buttered Toast Into A Gourmet Treat - Tasting Table

Compound butter with harissa paste transforms breakfast toast into a flavorful experience.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
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Rukmini Iyer's quick and easy recipe for harissa-spiked orzo with chickpeas and pine nuts | Quick and easy

Harissa-spiked orzo with chickpeas and pine nuts is a quick, storecupboard pasta finished with Greek yoghurt and parsley.
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fromTasting Table
1 week ago

This Spread Transforms Buttered Toast Into A Gourmet Treat - Tasting Table

Compound butter with harissa paste transforms breakfast toast into a flavorful experience.
Berlin food
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Baking in rubble: Gaza woman keeps Eid traditions alive despite shortages

Gazans persist in baking traditional Eid cookies despite border closures, ingredient shortages, and lack of cooking gas, maintaining cultural traditions while generating income for families.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

8 halal restaurants to break your fast during Ramadan

The Islamic holiday began Feb. 17 and ends March 19, during which observers fast from dawn to sunset to foster discipline, self-control and gratitude. Observers break their daily fast with an iftar, a festive meal shared with loved ones after sunset. Many also rise before dawn for a suhoor meal.
LA food
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

This Zesty Ingredient Takes Cucumber Salad From 'Meh' To Magnificent - Tasting Table

A cucumber salad with pureed avocado dressing and pickled pearl onions creates a fresh, creamy side dish with balanced acidity and mild onion flavor.
fromwww.ocregister.com
4 weeks ago

Recipes: 4 dishes that showcase beans in all their glory

Beans are high in protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals. Important attributes, but there is more to say about their surge in popularity. Many sources tout that they help your gut, your blood pressure and your cholesterol numbers. Throw frugality into the mix, and you have a winning ingredient. And, of course, they can be very delicious.
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Wellness
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

The Lemon Olive Oil Shot Trend That Took Social Media By Storm, Explained - Tasting Table

Lemon and olive oil shots offer modest health benefits through cumulative effects over time, not overnight results, and work best as part of a balanced diet rather than standalone remedies.
East Bay food
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
4 weeks ago

Fast-casual Palestinian food, Ohlone cuisine, hand-pulled noodles, and barbecue highlight East Bay's February openings

The East Bay food scene features new openings including Blue Drip Co. Cafe in Alameda, Lulu's Little Kitchen in Albany with a revised counter-service model, and ammatka, an Ohlone cafe at Lawrence Hall of Science.
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fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

Skip The Expensive Store-Bought Stuff And Make Pistachio Butter At Home With Just 2 Ingredients - Tasting Table

Homemade pistachio butter can be made in under 20 minutes using a food processor, raw unsalted pistachios, and salt, costing significantly less than store-bought versions while avoiding added sugars and oils.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Ramadan in Iraq's Mosul: Living traditions between past and present

Mosul revives Ramadan traditions including prayers, storytelling, children's songs, and markets after years of war and ISIL occupation, restoring cultural and spiritual identity.
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fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago

Give Seafood A Tasty Kick With A Brilliant Use Of Olive Oil - Tasting Table

Citrus zest infused into olive oil creates a bright, flavorful enhancement for fish and seafood dishes that combines fruity citrus notes with earthy olive oil richness.
NYC food
fromTime Out New York
1 month ago

Malka turns Dumbo into Tel Aviv, with schnitzel that steals the show

Malka, celebrity chef Eyal Shani's kosher Israeli restaurant in Dumbo, transforms nightly from casual dining to Tel Aviv-style party venue while maintaining consistent Middle Eastern cuisine excellence.
London food
fromCN Traveller
1 month ago

In London, a Syrian chef infuses iftar with memories of Damascus

Syrian refugee chef Imad Al Arnab rebuilt his life in London after losing three restaurants to war, now operating successful Middle Eastern restaurants while honoring his culinary heritage during Ramadan.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Ramadan in Gaza: Cost of iftar doubles as genocidal war devastates economy

Basic food prices in Gaza have surged dramatically, making a complete iftar unaffordable for most families amid blockade-driven shortages and ongoing conflict.
#ramadan
fromAlternative Medicine Magazine
1 month ago

Ham & Pistachio Roll-Ups

These Roll-Ups are held together with heavy cream and cream cheese mixed with crab and pistachios. It almost has a sweet flavor and is the perfect contrast with the savory ham. The filling adds tons of flavor and gives the roll-ups a little texture. A delicious bite-size appetizer that can be dressed up on a nice platter or served as a snack on a paper plate.
Alternative medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Island of peace': Israeli-Palestinian restaurant in Berlin to close but live on as TV series

An Israeli-Palestinian restaurant in Berlin conceived as an island of peace will close in the spring, but its Jewish and Arab owners say their dream will live on in a television series based on their unlikely partnership. Kanaan, a decade-old casual eatery in the Prenzlauer Berg district of the German capital, gained an international profile for its message of unity over hate after the 7 October attacks on Israel by Hamas and the outbreak of the Gaza war.
Berlin
#tahini
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Sara in Southern Lebanon

Sara in Southern Lebanon On the Ground Her video diary shares her two-year journey of escaping to Beirut, followed by the difficulties of trying to return home. This video diaries was produced in collaboration with the Global Reporting Centre. Video Duration 03 minutes 58 seconds 03:58 Video Duration 03 minutes 12 seconds 03:12 Video Duration 04 minutes 35 seconds 04:35 Video Duration 03 minutes 51 seconds 03:51
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fromTasting Table
2 months ago

What Is Sumac? A Guide To The Vibrant Middle Eastern Spice - Tasting Table

Sumac is a tangy spice made from dried berries, used to add bright, lemony flavor to dishes like kebabs and salads.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

The Ancient Creamy Winter Drink Worth Sipping All Season Long - Tasting Table

Sachlav is a traditional Middle Eastern hot milk beverage made from orchid flour (salep), flavored with rose or orange blossom and topped with garnishes.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Sami Tamimi's recipes for spiced bulgur balls with pomegranate, with a herby fennel side salad

Kbeibat bulgur pairs spiced bulgur balls with a tangy spring-onion, pomegranate and red-pepper sauce reflecting layered Arab flavours.
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fromTasting Table
2 months ago

For Top-Quality Olive Oil, Consider Buying It From This Area - Tasting Table

Levantine olive oil, especially Palestinian Rumi and nabali varieties, offers centuries-old cultivation, distinctive flavors, high antioxidants, and deep cultural and economic importance.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Yotam Ottolenghi's recipes to spice up your winter

A collection of savory mains and desserts emphasizing comforting flavors, make-ahead advantages, and tropical and Middle Eastern ingredients like aloo bukhara and hibiscus.
Food & drink
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Video: White Bean Shakshuka

White bean shakshuka is a heartier shakshuka using white beans and jarred marinara, offering more protein and suiting a saucy brunch served with sourdough.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Chickpea stew and lentil soup: Imad Alarnab's recipes for Syrian comfort food

Creamy red lentil soup with dukkah oil and a Levantine chickpea, aubergine and tahini stew offer warm, spiced, nourishing comfort.
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fromTasting Table
1 month ago

5 Habiza Hummus Flavors, Ranked Worst To Best - Tasting Table

Habiza Hummus delivers thick, creamy, homemade-style hummus made with preservative-free, seed-oil-free, domestically sourced garbanzo beans and premium tahini.
fromA Couple Cooks
2 months ago

Falafel Salad

These Middle Eastern chickpea balls are so meaty and satisfying, I feel like I could eat them every day! One of my favorite ideas for how to eat them is this falafel salad. Make a batch of my baked falafel, then layer them with crunchy veggies and top with a creamy, zingy tahini dressing. You can also use purchased frozen falafel, or even repurpose takeout leftovers! This one is a massive hit with my family.
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fromTasting Table
2 months ago

How A Syrian Restaurant Became A Boston Fixture During The Great Depression - Tasting Table

Walk through Boston's neighborhoods today and you'll find Thai, Korean, Italian, Indian - the city's food scene has come a long way. But in the 1930s, if you wanted something beyond American fare, your options were sparse. That's what makes Deeb G. Salem's decision to open The Nile all the more remarkable. Right in the heart of the Depression, this Syrian immigrant and his wife Rose decided to open a restaurant on Hudson Street, transforming it into one of New England's most talked-about dining destinations.
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Food & drink
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Cauliflower and Romanesco Moroccan Stew is a perfect, vibrant winter meal

A Moroccan-inspired cauliflower and romanesco stew braised with wine, prunes, olives, capers, and warming spices, served over grains and topped with parsley and almonds.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Video: Crispy Halloumi With Tomatoes and White Beans

This vibrant vegetarian dish combines savory broiled halloumi, juicy cherry tomatoes and creamy white beans for a satisfying one-pan meal. When broiled, the halloumi becomes golden and crispy on the outside while staying soft and chewy on the inside, adding a deliciously hearty texture to each bite. This crispy halloumi with tomatoes and white beans ticks all the boxes. It's salty, tangy, a little sweet.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Dad never took his customers for granted': remembering Abdul's in Sydney's Little Lebanon'

Abdul's Lebanese Restaurant, a family-run inner Sydney institution since 1968, closed, marking the end of a pioneering, generous Lebanese culinary presence that served diverse communities.
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fromTasting Table
2 months ago

This Hidden Gem In Aldi's Meat Section Opens Up New Dinner Ideas - Tasting Table

Aldi sells halal-certified Never Any! ground lamb—fresh, vegetarian-fed, antibiotic- and hormone-free—priced $6.99 per pound, suitable for diverse recipes.
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fromEpicurious
2 months ago

Harissa Scampi

Balance wine acidity, butter richness, salt, and harissa heat using judgment; adjust with salt, more harissa, or a pinch of sugar until flavors are right.
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fromA Couple Cooks
2 months ago

Try This Baked Mediterranean Chicken, The Ultimate Easy Healthy Dinner

Baked Mediterranean chicken combines chicken, cherry tomatoes, Castelvetrano olives, capers, lemon, olive oil, and feta for a bright, healthy one-pan dinner ready in 30 minutes.
fromBon Appetit
2 months ago

Beans and Greens With Halloumi Cheese Crumbles

Dynamic duo beans and greens come together again in this pantry-friendly soup. Toasted garlic, tomato paste, and smoked paprika boost store-bought vegetable stock (use a base like Better Than Bouillon for superior potency) into a rich broth. Chickpeas and Swiss chard hang on to their texture in the brew, but use whichever white beans and hearty greens speak to you.
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