Books – Food – Lebanese
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Saha: 2009 Edition by Greg Malouf, Lucy Malouf
In ‘Saha’, Greg Malouf returns to the land of his ancestors to explore its broad and influential cuisine. Stretching from neighbouring Persia throughout the Mediterranean to North Africa, the roots of Greg’s culinary history are here in the land of his forbears, and together with writing partner Lucy Malouf and photographer Matt Harvey, he embarks on a month-long culinary journey. The cuisine in ‘Saha’ is traditional and inspirational; enticingly spiced and fragrant with flower waters. From hearty peasant dishes to more subtly spiced specialties from ancient palaces, the dishes are complex in flavour yet not overly complicated to make at home. The book captures the characters, flavours and colours of Lebanon and Syria in this lavishly desig
Paperback, 352 pp, $49.95. Buy
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The Lebanese Cookbook by Hussien Dekmak
Lebanon holds a certain allure for many of us in the West: we know so little of its rich history but the names alone of the people that shaped the Lebanon’s cultural landscape Egyptians, Persians, ancient Greeks and Ottomans, evoke wonder and romance. In his first book, Hussien Dekmak opens the door to his country’s food and traditions with over 100 delicious, authentic recipes that you can cook at home. With emphasis on fresh ingredients and aromatic spices, Lebanese food reflects the healthy Mediterranean diet, with an abundance of fresh vegetables, olive oil, garlic, fish, lamb, chicken and grains. Hussien shows how you can cater for all tastes and appetites by putting different dishes together from chapters on Soups, Salads, Hot and Col
Paperback, 160 pp, $35.00. Buy
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NEW FLAVOURS OF THE LEBANESE TABLE by Nada Saleh
The food of Lebanon has long been rated as one of the great cuisines of the world. Healthy, simple to prepare, full of fresh flavours and sensual aromatics, it makes great use of grains, vegetables, pulses, fruit, nuts, grilled mead, fish, olive oil and yoghurt. In this evocative new book, Nada Saleh, a trained nutritionist and talented cook, presents 200 imaginative recipes from her native Lebanon. Throughout, she draws upon her many happy memories of a vibrant and sun-baked land – the family occasions when they ate in the shade of the poplar trees, enjoying mezze (traditional appetisers), meshwi (grilled meat) and locally grown fresh fruits of the season alongside delicate sweet dishes, washed down with Turkish coffee. From tempting veget
Paperback, 320 pp, $34.95. Buy
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Arabesque: Sumptuous Food from Morocco, Turkey & Lebanon by Claudia Roden
In this enchanting book, Claudia Roden returns to the countries of Turkey, Lebanon and Morocco in search of new and old recipes and to find out how cooking has evolved since she first introduced us to these cuisines in the 1960s. The result is a tribute to the different culinary histories and contemporary food of these fascinating countries, from the mezze dishes of Turkey and the sweet pastries of Lebanon to the unmistakable flavours and spices of Morocco. In her inimitable style, Claudia Roden has created a passionate, evocative book full of stories, memories and delicious food.
Hardback, 352 pp, $59.95. Buy
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Flavours of the Levant Home Cooking from Lebanon, Syria and Turkey by Nada Saleh
A selection of recipes from Lebanon, Syria and Turkey, an area known as the Levant. Each section in the book introduces one of the regions, followed by instructions for . Fo
Hardback, 288 pp, $49.95. Buy
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A Taste of Lebanon by Mary Salloum
In ‘A Taste of Lebanon’, simple step-by-step instructions guide the novice or experienced cook through more than 200 dishes developed and tested by the author, with an emphasis on fresh ingredients and healthy eating.
Paperback, 192 pp, $22.95. Buy
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