Ta’miyyah: A Taste of the Middle East in Every Bite The memory is etched in my mind: the bustling Cairo street, the scent of spices hanging heavy in the air, and the golden-brown orbs sizzling in a street vendor’s deep fryer. My grandfather, his eyes twinkling, bought me a handful of ta’miyyah, carefully wrapped in … Read more
Emerald Dreams: A Minted Broad Bean Puree I remember the first time I encountered broad beans – or fava beans, as some prefer to call them. It was at a bustling farmers’ market in the spring, overflowing with seasonal delights. A vibrant green stall caught my eye, piled high with enormous, velvety pods. The farmer, … Read more
Creme De Favas: A Taste of Portugal in Every Spoonful The first time I tried Creme de Favas, I was wandering through the Alfama district of Lisbon, the air thick with the scent of grilled sardines and the soulful strains of Fado music drifting from open doorways. I ducked into a tiny, unassuming tasca (tavern) … Read more