Middle East Cuisine

Middle Eastern foods are some of the most delicious out there. Shawarma, falafel, baklava, hummus, dolma, and börek are simply to die for and are now enjoyed worldwide.

The Middle East spans across three continents: Europe, Asia, and Africa and its cuisine is as varied as its regional and cultural composition. Turkish foods, Syrian, Lebanese dishes, Persian, Egyptian, and Yemeni can all be described as Middle Eastern.

Did we mention that Middle Eastern desserts are also to die for?

Top 20 Israeli Desserts and Sweets

Israel is famed across the world for its rich, diverse, multi-ethnic cuisine that draws inspiration from many different cultures to form a lush culinary tapestry. Situated alongside the Mediterranean coast,...

Matan Maslawi

March 28, 2022

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All About Shawarma (Types, Seasoning, Marinades and Sauces)

Let’s embark on a journey exploring this Middle Eastern specialty that is cherrished around the globe. We dig into its roots, document its journey through different cultures, and find out...

Feyza Kirmaci

March 24, 2022

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23 Popular Syrian Desserts & Sweets

Syrian sweets are some of the most famous throughout the Levant. They are known for their high quality and distinct taste, which is because craftsmen introduced nuts, natural cream, and...

Mohammad Ayash

February 21, 2022

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Top 15 Irresistible Persian Desserts & Sweets

As Persians say, at the end of a tasty Persian main course, such as chelo kabab (barbeque with rice) or a feast of khoreshts (stews), it’s time to enjoy something...

Lorik Keshish Hartoun

February 14, 2022

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Top 15 Most Popular Iraqi Foods

Iraqi cuisine is one of the oldest in the world. Some tablets found in ancient Iraqi monuments that date back to the Babylonians show recipes for preparing food in temples...

Saif Haider

January 18, 2022

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Shorbat Adas (Arabic Red Lentil Soup)

Shorbat Adas is a traditional Middle Eastern soup that is incredibly easy to make but also nutrient dense and full of flavor. In Persian culture, this dish is used to...

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January 6, 2022

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Top 25 Most Popular Middle Eastern Desserts

Desserts are an indispensable part of the rich and diverse Middle Eastern cuisine. There is always at least one kind of dessert ready to be consumed after a meal or...

Feyza Kirmaci

December 14, 2021

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35 Popular Middle Eastern Foods

The Middle East is a region that connects the East and the West, the Mediterranean and the Indian Ocean, Russia, and the warm seas. All the commercial and cultural connections...

Feyza Kirmaci

December 14, 2021

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15 Popular Lebanese Desserts

Middle eastern people know their desserts well. Very well. Lebanese desserts are typically a combination of concentrated syrup and fried dough. Although most of them don’t use chocolate, you can...

Romy Khneisser

December 14, 2021

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Top 25 Most Popular Persian Foods (Top Dishes of Iran)

If you have ever spoken with a Persian, you will have definitely talked about Persian food, and probably been invited to try it. It’s not easy to ignore the most...

Lorik Keshish Hartoun

November 25, 2021

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Freekeh Soup

Freekeh is a cereal made from green durum wheat, which is roasted to create its unique smokey flavour. When transformed into this hearty, healthy, easy-to-make soup, you are left with...

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November 24, 2021

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Top 25 Most Popular Israeli Foods

When speaking of Israeli food, it’s interesting to consider what’s actually meant by that. As Israel itself is a relatively young state, with most of its population being second- or...

Matan Maslawi

November 18, 2021

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Top 25 Most Popular Foods in Oman

Oman is a land that has stood the test of time, from when the first human crossed the Red Sea’s Bab Al-Mandab strait into Asia to when an ancient empire...

Henzo Mahmoud Rashed

October 29, 2021

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Top 20 Most Popular Yemeni Foods & Dishes

Yemeni cuisine is one of the most important, richest and diverse Arab cuisines, as it combines a large number of foods and meals that represent the cultural heritage of this...

Mohammed Babaer

October 29, 2021

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Top 20 Most Popular Foods in Kuwait

Kuwait is a melting pot of peoples from across the globe and boasts remarkable architecture and historical landmarks, such as the Kuwait Towers and Souq Al-Mubarakiyah (Mubarakiyah Market). Seated on...

Armi Menorca

October 26, 2021

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Top 20 Most Popular Foods in Saudi Arabia

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is a Middle Eastern country that makes up the vast majority of the Arabian Peninsula. It is home to some of the most amazing dishes...

Huda Afridi

October 22, 2021

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20 Top Turkish Desserts, Sweets, and Things

Turks do wonderful things with sugar. And not just because they have a sweet tooth. Sweetness actually has spiritual importance going back way before the Ottoman Empire. In 8th century...

Caroline Williams

October 21, 2021

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Top 25 Most Popular Foods in Jordan

Jordanians love each other and show appreciation to visitors with food, this is the conclusion you arrive to after couple of weeks in Jordan. The extra weight you gained in...

Majedah AlQudah

September 27, 2021

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Top 20 Most Popular Foods in Qatar & Doha

Welcome to Qatar, a land of incomparable generosity and hospitality! What makes Qatar so special is its seamless ability to balance the preservation and respect of its history and culture...

Randa Sheik

September 18, 2021

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23 Most Popular Bahraini Foods

The Kingdom of Bahrain may not ring a bell for most people, but this tiny island located in the Persian gulf sure has huge flavors to offer its visitors. Once...

Mai Munther

September 8, 2021

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30 Best Lebanese Foods (with Pictures!)

If there’s one thing everyone should know about the Lebanese, it is that they like to party, and eat! Lebanese people are family-oriented and value every meal as time spent...

Romy Khneisser

July 7, 2021

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Top 20 Most Popular Syrian Foods

Syrian cuisine is considered one of the most ancient and authentic kitchens in the Arab world. It is characterized by its diversity, due to the different civilizations that flourished in...

Mohammad Ayash

May 27, 2021

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Top 25 Most Popular Foods in Dubai (With Pictures!)

The Emiratis have a huge respect for their past and food is considered an important part of their heritage. Although Dubai is now one of the most modern and cosmopolitan...

Waad Barakat

May 25, 2021

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Top 12 Most Popular Turkish Foods (With Photos!)

Any Turk will tell you, Turkish cuisine is the best in the world. And they have a point as it embraces influences from the Mediterranean to the Middle East and...

Caroline Williams

August 18, 2020

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