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Arab Food

Check Out These 10 Arab Restaurants in the DMV

By: Emily Tain/Arab America While DC isn’t necessarily known for its Arab food, there still are a myriad of great options in the Washington DC Metropolitan Area. Below, are ten different restaurants that offer Arab food, varying in price from affordable to luxury. Mama Ayesha Abraham Created by Mama Ayesha Abraham in 1960, Mama Ayesha … Continued

Middle Eastern Delicacies Make Grand Entrance in American Markets

By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer As a child growing up in the United States, there were very few Middle Eastern restaurants, except for a couple of good-quality falafel shops. Hummus wasn’t even considered cool then, just some creamy beige paste my parents slathered on my pita sandwiches to the shock and horror of my … Continued

Halawa: The Tahini Dessert

By: Lindsey Penn/Arab America Contributing Writer Everyone knows that tahini or sesame paste is used throughout the Arab world, and especially in hummus. Did you know, though, that tahini can be used in Halawa? Also known as halva, Halawa is a popular and special dessert in the Arab world. In fact, the dessert is so … Continued

Couscous: From the Berber Tribe to the Whole World

By: Noah Robertson/Arab America Contributing Writer Couscous is well known around the world and has rapidly become a very popular ingredient. It is healthy, delicious, has a neutral taste, can be combined with just about anything, and it can be used in dishes from stuffed fish to stew to a light salad. Along with all … Continued

Top Arab Snacks to Try in the U.S.

By: Nadia Reese/ Arab America Contributing Writer There are plenty of snacks in the Arab world. Many of these snacks are delicious and mouth-watering. However, did you know that you do not have to travel around the world to find these delicacies? Here are the snacks that Arab America calls as the top ten favorite … Continued

Staying Connected to Our Culture: Wholesale Distributors of Arab Food Products

By: Noah Robertson/Arab America Contributing Writer There are many Arab grocery stores throughout the U.S., but many of them are just small businesses. Without a large network of wholesale-distributors, it would be difficult to provide authentic Arab food products. These wholesalers/distributors/importers provide a steady flow of Arab food products to local Arab stores and major … Continued

Algerian Food: A World of Exotic Flavors

By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer I first became acquainted with the Algerian cuisine some four decades ago far away from its native land.  An Algerian lady in Toronto introduced me to the dishes of that country.  She was an excellent cook and even the dishes I ate in Algeria could not compare to her … Continued

A Jordanian Feast

By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer Jordan with its deserts, mountains, farmlands, sandy beaches, ancient towns, modern cities, and historic ruins is a land ideal for any tourist who wishes to explore and enjoy the lands of the Arab east.  But the picturesque country and its many attractions are only one aspect of enjoyment which … Continued

Arab Spices That Build Your Immune System

By: Lindsey Penn/Arab America Contributing Writer With everyone’s health at the forefront of their minds, it is important to note that there are certain spices (and foods) that will help boost your immune system. While there isn’t a single spice or food that will solve all of your health problems, the Arab world has many … Continued

Dining on Lentils is Now Okay

By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer  Homesteading in the early 20th century through years of drought on the prairies, the nutritious lentils, along with chickpeas, were the mainstay on our daily menu. Flourishing in our hand-watered garden, they easily weathered the south Saskatchewan sandstorms.  When our neighbors could barely make do and moved away from … Continued

Maple Glazed Sweet Potatoes with Tahini Sauce

By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer For many Arab Americans, Thanksgiving dinners can be a mishmash or fusion of classic Arab dishes along with American favorites. My mother always stuffed the turkey with a  Palestinian lamb and rice pilaf called hashweh, and hummus was always a staple next to the turkey and cranberry sauce. One … Continued

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