Breakfast / Appetizer Recipes

Sucuk is the soul of the Turkish breakfast table, a robust, fermented beef sausage bursting with the warmth of Aleppo pepper and the pungent kick of garlic. Unlike European salamis...

Akara is a beloved West African staple, most famously found in the bustling streets of Nigeria as a quintessential breakfast or snack. These deep-fried fritters are crafted from a ...

Hailing from the vibrant culinary streets of Northern Greece, specifically Thessaloniki, this Cheese Bougatsa is a masterclass in texture and flavor. Unlike a traditional Tiropita,...

Hailing from the bustling bakeries of Thessaloniki, this savory Bougatsa is a masterclass in texture, featuring shatteringly crisp layers of buttered phyllo wrapped around a velvet...

A cornerstone of Russian hospitality, these blini are ethereal, lace-edged wheat crepes that bridge the gap between breakfast and elegant appetizers. Unlike their thicker yeast-rai...

A cornerstone of Egyptian breakfast culture, Ful Medames is a deeply satisfying, protein-rich dish that dates back to the era of the Pharaohs. This recipe transforms humble fava be...

A cornerstone of Levantine and Egyptian breakfast culture, Foul Mudammas is a soul-warming stew of creamy fava beans infused with cumin and garlic. This ancient dish transforms hum...

A cornerstone of the traditional Lebanese breakfast table, Balila is a soul-warming dish that celebrates the humble chickpea in its most elegant form. Unlike hummus, Balila keeps t...

Transport your kitchen to the bustling bakeries of Beirut with this Manakish Muhammara, a beloved Lebanese staple that balances fiery heat with nutty sweetness. This artisanal flat...

Transport your kitchen to the bustling streets of Beirut or Amman with this authentic Manakish Za'atar, the beloved 'pizza' of the Middle East. This recipe features a pillowy, gold...

Transport your kitchen to the bustling morning markets of Beirut with this authentic Manakish, a beloved Middle Eastern flatbread characterized by its soft, pillowy dough and earth...

Transport your senses to the bustling morning bakeries of Beirut with this authentic Za'atar Manakish. This beloved Levantine staple features a soft, pillowy dough topped with a fr...

Often referred to as the 'pizza of the Levant,' Manakish is a beloved Middle Eastern staple that captures the soul of Mediterranean breakfast culture. This recipe features a soft, ...

Transport your senses to the rugged coastlines of the North Sea with this authentic cold-smoked kipper. This recipe honors the centuries-old tradition of 'splitting' fresh herring ...

Msabaha is the rustic, warm, and incredibly comforting cousin of traditional hummus, celebrated across the Levant for its chunky texture and bold flavors. Unlike smooth hummus, Msa...

Msabaha is the soul-warming, rustic cousin of hummus, celebrated across the Levant for its chunky, meltingly tender texture and vibrant lemon-tahini sauce. Unlike smooth hummus, th...