Date, Tahini, and Cardamom Smoothie

Fattoush With Crunchy Flatbread Ribbons

A fresh take on the classic Middle Eastern fattoush salad - piled high with crunchy flatbread ribbons which is everybody's favourite part! On the table in 15 minutes.

Hummus with Lamb

Take plain hummus to another level with this classic variation found in the Middle East that tops it with tasty minced lamb.

Two Kinds of Pita Chips & Homemade Hummus

When it comes to satisfying my inner mindless snack addict, I love pita chips and hummus as much as the next hipster in denial, but sometimes the store-bought version can be pricey and laden with

Middle Eastern Falafel Crisps with Spicy Red Lentil Dip

These falafel-inspired chickpea crisps are a delicious and creative appetizer or snack to serve guests! The accompanying spicy red lentil dip is the perfect complement.

Weeknight Hummus Plate — Ethan

Hummus Kawarma (Lamb) with Lemon Sauce from 'Jerusalem'

Here's a tahini-rich recipe for hummus along with two variations, Musabaha (warm chickpea topping) and Kawarma (fried chopped lamb). For the most show-stopping of hummus dishes, take the extra time and prepare the Kawarma. Freshly chopped lamb neck meat is marinated in warm spices, za'atar, vinegar, mint, and parsley before it's fried in butter.

Grilled Vegetables Platter

Grilled Vegetables makes a great healthy meal OR colourful starter - it's like your own homemade vegetable antipasto, but it costs a fraction of what you pay at delis, tastes much better and it's preservative free!

Middle Eastern Roasted Eggplant with Couscous

Middle Eastern Roasted Eggplant with Couscous - 15 minutes prep for this fragrant melt-in-your-mouth eggplant piled high with a fresh couscous. Divine starter or as a meal. (Vegan Tahini Drizzle recipe included as an alternative to dolloping yoghurt on!)

Arayes - Lebanese Meat-Stuffed Crispy Pita

Arayes - pita pockets stuffed with seasoned meat kofta filling, then pan fried until crispy. Lebanese street food - kind of like quesadillas!

Sabich Sandwiches (Pitas With Eggplant, Eggs, Hummus, and Tahini)

Filled with fried eggplant, hard-boiled egg, creamy hummus, pickles, Israeli salad, and drizzled with tahini sauce and amba,sabich is all you could want in any sandwich.