Autumn has settled in almost everywhere except in my region, where the sun persists year-round. Autumn in Dubai is the time to enjoy gardens, the beach, picnics, and the outdoors. Still, I decided to make an Algerian lentil soup, full of oriental flavors and spices, …
Hlawat Tabâa is a traditional Algerian biscuit, typically enjoyed during, tea or coffee time, as well as on festive occasions like Eid or weddings. The name “Hlawat Tabâa” roughly translates to “cookie cutter cookies” in reference to the decorative shape (round, square or half-moon). These …
What is Kaak, Kaak is a round crown like a sweet bread or brioche. Eaten in North Africa and Middle Eastern regions. They are flavored with orange zest, lemon zest, fennel seeds, or anise seeds, sometimes filled with dates. Recipes change and vary from family to …
I come back today with a delicious Algerian dish called ‘batata terfess wa fliou.’ This dish is enjoyed during winter when the days shorten, and the weather is cold.” Batata Terfess is called Sunchoke in English. It’s a mix of rutabaga and potato taste with …
Today, the Holy Month of Ramadan started for muslims around the world. It means during this Blessed Month, fasting is observed from dawn to sunset. Also time to gather with family and friends. During, this sacred month, I always cook Algerian cuisine. Traditional dishes that …
Algerian Chorba Beïda, is a fragrant soup from the city of Algiers (Algeria) and served during the Ramadan month. Made with few ingredients but always with chicken. His particularity is the addition of the egg yolk into the soup at the end of the cooking. …
