Muslims around the world will be celebrating Eid al-Adha – one of the two most important festivals in the Muslim calendar–this weekend. The holiday, also known as the Feast of the Sacrifice, or the Greater Eid, is distinct from Eid-al-Fitr, which was celebrated in April. Eid al-Adha is celebrated on the tenth day of the Dhu … Continued
By: Yaara Aleissa / Arab America Contributing Writer Coming to the United States Over the decades, Middle Eastern countries have been associated with the terms “political instability”, “economic collapse”, and “developing security situations”. The dire situation in many Middle Eastern countries is evident. However, the citizens of these nations are still finding ways to preserve. … Continued
By: Adam Abdel-Qader / Arab America Contributing Writer On June 18th, 2023, Ramzi Choueiri, known to many as Chef Ramzi, passed away in his home in Beirut, Lebanon, at just 52 years old. Medical reports of his passing named the cause of death a heart attack. His untimely departure has shocked the culinary community and … Continued
By: Souria Dabbousi / Arab America Contributing Writer Coffee has always had a unique place in the Arab World, where it can be found in plenty of coffee shops and residences. The beverage is derived from coffee plant seeds, which originated in the Horn of Africa and spread to the rest of the globe through … Continued
By: Anthony Bayyouk / Arab America Contributing Writer Tea in the Arab World varies from country to country and village to village. Green tea with spices and herbs is common at formal and informal gatherings. Tea is consumed in the morning for breakfast, after dinner, and any time of the day. Many people love to … Continued
By: Tara Gerashi and Mikaela Bell / Arab America Contributing Writers Imagine your home country disintegrates into violence. You gather your children and flee for your lives. Against all odds, you survive the conflict and the border crossings to move to a new country and are likely forced to move again. You learn new languages, … Continued
By: Adam Abdel-Qader / Arab America Contributing Writer The American Revolutionary War, which took place between 1775 and 1783, was one of the most significant historical events in world history that eventually led to the formation of the United States. The war is famously associated with founding fathers and iconic figures such as George Washington, … Continued
By: Souria Dabbousi / Arab America Contributing Writer Jiniya Azad, Sameen Choudhry and Tahirah Baksh are the founders of MuslimFoodies. So what is MuslimFoodies? Having a passion for food and exploring, these three friends first started off by posting on their Instagram of Halal restaurants in the city. Over time they begun to include in-depth … Continued
By: Adam Abdel-Qader / Arab America Contributing Writer On June 1st Michael Batayeh passed away at his home in Ypsilanti, Michigan. He passed away in what was labeled by a police incident report as “asphyxia hanging.” Batayeh was an Arab American actor and comedian who made remarkable contributions to the repertoire of Arab Americans in … Continued
By: Yaara Aleissa / Arab America Contributing Writer Brief History of the UAE The United Arab Emirates has a young history compared to its neighboring countries, gaining independence in 1971. From then on, it was a matter of establishing its place not only in alignment with the Arab world but to diversify itself on a … Continued
Contributing writer Menal Elmaliki shares what is Zataar, the famous Middle Eastern spice, as well as its history and its importance in the region. Zatar is as popular in the region as ketchup is in America to those who aren’t from the region. What’s special about zatar is the thyme that it is used for, a wild thyme that grows in the Mediterranean and middle eastern region used in their cuisine, spread on bread and eaten with olive oil. Zatar traces back to biblical times and has a reputation being brain food.
By: Nevin Girgis / Arab America Contributing Writer Trending YouTube shows have slowly decreased in popularity due to the rise of shorter videos. However, some channels have been able to keep their viewers’ attention. A prominent YouTube channel in the Arab World is ‘BingeCircle’, producing enticing and engaging videos. The most famous segment is a … Continued
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