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Order a mezze spread and hummus, muttabal and baba ganoush can look deceptively similar on the table. All three are scoopable, savoury and made for sharing, but choosing between them as though they were interchangeable means missing what makes each...
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Choosing a main course sounds simple until the menu puts smoky ribs, slow-cooked lamb, charcoal-grilled chops, tagines, seafood and clay-pot dishes in front of you. The challenge is not finding something appealing. It is choosing the dish that will actually...
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Planning a meal for a family table or a larger group sounds simple until everyone actually sits down. Some people want something hearty, some want a dish that is not overly spicy, children need familiar flavors, older diners prefer food...
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The easiest mistake to make with Arabic food is to rush straight to the grill or the rice. That makes sense on paper: kebabs are dramatic, mandi is comforting, and a lamb shank naturally draws attention. But when diners skip...
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If you have ever seen Turkish pide described as Turkish pizza it is easy to assume the two are basically the same dish in different shapes. That shortcut is useful, but it is also where a lot of confusion starts....
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