Posts Tagged ‘Syria’
Wednesday, October 31st, 2012
 Photo (taken by yours truly) of Mujaddara Burghul from my cookbook, An Edible Mosaic: Middle Eastern Fare with Extraordinary Flair.
If you’re curious about Middle Eastern food and looking for a good recipe to start with, Mujaddara Burghul, otherwise known as Lentil & Bulgur Wheat Pilaf with Caramelized Onion, is the perfect dish.
It’s very healthy with lentils and whole-grain bulgur wheat as its main ingredients. (Since it’s a vegetarian meal, it’s easy on the wallet too!) It couldn’t be simpler to make…if making rice intimidates you, know that bulgur is much more forgiving than rice. And with caramelized onion and the perfect blend of spices, it’s incredibly flavorful.
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Tags: An Edible Mosaic Cookbook, Bob's Red Mill, Bulgur Wheat, Giveaways, Lentils, Mujaddara Burghul, Recipes, Simple Dishes, Syria, Vegetarian
Posted in Arabic/Middle Eastern Recipes, Giveaways, Recipes | 15 Comments »
Sunday, October 28th, 2012
 Photo (taken by yours truly) of Fried Eggplant with Garlic and Parsley Dressing from my cookbook, An Edible Mosaic: Middle Eastern Fare with Extraordinary Flair.
Of all the recipes in my cookbook, this one has the most personal story attached to it.
The first time I had this dish was in Zabadani, a rural area north of Damascus in Syria. My husband and I were staying with his family in their country home for a few days, and another family had come to visit. Of course a feast was in order. (more…)
Tags: An Edible Mosaic Cookbook, Eggplant, Garlic and Parsley Dressing, Recipes, Simple Dishes, Syria, Zabadani
Posted in Arabic/Middle Eastern Recipes, Giveaways, Recipes | 24 Comments »
Monday, March 19th, 2012
 The stunning view of Sednaya, as seen looking down from the top of a set of stairs leading to the rooftop of the Convent of Our Lady.
It’s been a year since mine and Mike’s last trip to the Middle East. Since then time has flown by, but that’s no excuse – I can’t believe I haven’t shared my last set of photos from the trip with you until now! These photos are from a day trip we took to Sednaya and Maaloula in Syria while staying in Damascus; both Sednaya and Maaloula are breathtaking and very rich in lore. (more…)
Tags: Convent of Our Lady, Folklore, Historical Churches, Justinian I, Legends, Ma'loula, Ma'lula, Maaloula, Maalula, Mar Sarkis, Mar Thecla, Middle East Vacation, Saidnaya, Saint Takla, Saint Taqla, Saydnaya, Sednaya, Syria, Travel
Posted in Travel & Vacation | 25 Comments »
Wednesday, October 12th, 2011
Shawarma Made Mike’s Way (With Extra Garlic Mayo)
On our trip to the Middle East last spring, Mike and I enjoyed a lot of good food. We stuffed ourselves on home-cooked meals like molokhia (slimy green soup), kibbeh, kousa mahshi (stuffed marrow squash or zucchini), and waraq al ainab (stuffed grape leaves), but we also had our fair share of fast food favorites like falafel, hummus, and of course, shawarma. (more…)
Tags: Arabic Food, Damascus, Middle East, Shawarma, Street Food, Syria, Travel/Vacation
Posted in Travel & Vacation | 17 Comments »
Thursday, September 1st, 2011
 I was thrilled when the lovely and très chic Heavenly Housewife (of From Donuts to Delirium) nominated my blog to participate in My 7 Links and share seven of my all-time favorite posts in different categories. The goal of My 7 Links is “to unite bloggers (from all sectors) in a joint endeavor to share lessons learned and create a bank of long but not forgotten blog posts that deserve to see the light of day again.” After that I get to nominate five other bloggers to do the same. Sounds like fun, right? (Thank you for nominating me, Heavenly! For any of you who haven’t checked out her site, I encourage you to do so. She is a world-class traveler with impeccable taste. Plus she loves bagels and makes the most perfect madeleines ever…truly a girl after my own heart!) (more…)
Tags: Cheeseburger Pie, Chicken with Cherry Sauce, French Macarons, Fudgy Brownies, How to Make Herb and Spice Blends, Link Love, My 7 Links, My Macaron Story, Old Damascus, Raw Brownie Batter, Spice Market, Syria
Posted in Announcements | 26 Comments »
Monday, July 11th, 2011
Can you spot the floating glass? :)
I had the chance to organize a few more of my pictures from our Middle East vacation and I wanted to share some random food pictures with you. It truly is a feast for the eyes. (more…)
Tags: Arabic Sweets, Atayef, Basbousa, Damascus, Falafel, Grape Leaves, Harissa, Kibbeh, Middle Eastern Food, Namoura, Nuts, Pickles, Semolina Cake, Shawarma, Syria, Tissiyeh/Fetteh bil Humous, Travel, Vacation, Warbat bil Ashta
Posted in Travel & Vacation | 41 Comments »
Monday, May 16th, 2011
Middle Eastern markets are amazing. Imagine yourself walking through ancient city streets lined with shops and open-air markets selling anything you can imagine, and the scent of jasmine and spices wafting through the air. You’re sipping metteh (an herbal tea) or maybe snacking on roasted nuts. You pass a couple of elderly gentlemen who are laughing while playing a game of cards and smoking a hookah, which smells beautifully of apple and licorice. You stop, look around, and inhale deeply, taking in as much as you can and trying to freeze this moment before it slips by. (Have I mentioned I love Middle Eastern markets? :) ) (more…)
Tags: Damascus, Midan, Middle Eastern Antiques, Middle Eastern Fabrics, Middle Eastern Markets, Middle Eastern Sweets Shops, Shopping, Syria
Posted in Travel & Vacation | 51 Comments »
Thursday, April 28th, 2011
 I am in love with Damascus. And besides the fact that it’s steeped in history and culture (it’s the oldest continuously inhabited city in the world!), what I love most about Damascus is its people. Damascene natives are referred to as Shami and they are an amazing group. They are very talented craftspeople, taking an immense amount of pride not only in their craftsmanship, but in their culture and city as well. (more…)
Tags: Al Azem Palace, Al Hijaz Train Station, Bab Sharki, Bab Sharqi, Damascene Architecture, Damascus, Midan, Mount Kassioun, Mount Qassioun, Shami People, Sights in Old Damascus, Syria, Travel, Yarmouk
Posted in Travel & Vacation | 51 Comments »
Tuesday, April 19th, 2011
 Dried Black Limes (Loomi)
Mike and I are back from the Middle East! We had an amazing time and we want to thank all of you who expressed concern for us. Since my blog is in no way political, I won’t get into the issues that are going on over there right now, but I will say that never at any point did we feel as though we were in harm’s way. While there, we experienced quite a different scenario than the picture that the news painted; all I have to say is that in a world where television ratings are valued higher than truth, be careful what you believe on the news. And get a second (or third) source if you can.
I’m thrilled because I have tons of pictures to share with you: pictures of old places, landmarks, markets, and foods. I’m planning to divide the pictures into different categories and spread out the posts so they’re not overwhelming, and interspersed with the pictures I may add little tidbits of culture or information. Of course, my first batch of pictures is mainly of food…after all, that’s what my blog is all about. ;)
And I just have to say, I MISSED YOU ALL! (And I’m looking forward to catching up on reading your blogs!) (more…)
Tags: Bakdash Ice Cream Parlor, Damascus, Middle East, Shopping, Souk al Hamidiyah, Spice Markets, Syria
Posted in Announcements, Travel & Vacation | 39 Comments »
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Hello! I’m Faith and I write An Edible Mosaic. This is my recipe collection of international favorites and updated American classics, with an emphasis on seasonal dishes. I focus on real foods that sustain body and mind, bring people together, and make a house a home. Welcome to my mosaic of recipes.
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