672. Watermelon Feta Mint Salad

Trying to squeeze the last drops of Summer's bounty, I was at a loss at why on Earth I had not tried this salad earlier.

671. Iraqi Breakfast Fried Tomato

I woke up last week-end with an intense craving for a breakfast of Iraqi fried tomatoes.
Well, we can't have that without some fried aubergines (eggplant) slices. I have some haloomi in the fridge; grill those too. And no breakfast in complete without eggs.

670. Melon-Mint Smoothie

Melon and watermelon are the definition of Summer.
This refreshing smoothie is a must-drink before the end of the season.

669. Blueberry Qataef

Iraq is in my blood, and in addition to that, Palestine is any Arab and Muslim's duty.
These beautiful qataef (قطائف) are in honor of our beloved Palestine, land of our Holy sites and many of our prophets.

668. Lamb Pomegranate Bourag

These bourag were a happy accident.

667. Chocolate Fudgecicles

As simple as these chocolate fudge ice pops may be, they are rather scrumptious and have a very special bite to them.

Iraqi Breakfast Watermelon and Cheese

If you are eating watermelon as it is, you are missing out on some serious flavor combinations.

665. Raw Cauliflower Tabboula

Had I not made this salad with my own hands, I would have had a difficult time believing the white crumbs in there are cauliflower and not burghul.

664. Lamb Pide

It's no secret Turkish food is among the absolute best in the world (along with Iraqi food of course!).

663. Lamb-Feta Kofta

Seeing the success I have had in previous kofta dishes (Kofta Flowers , Lamb Koftas with Mint Yogurt Dressing , Lamb Kofta with Tahini and Pom Chili Jam ) this is one of the simpler of the lot.

662. Bahraini Halawa

This following last month's Algerian Kaak, this month's MENA Cooking Club Challenge is the beautiful Bahrain.

661. Lebanese Fruit Cocktail

This rich and decadent Lebanese fruit cocktail drink is more of a dessert or meal substitute to tell you the truth.
As delicious as it may be, it does have a combination of components that make it suitable for an occasional treat, and it is really filling.

660. Lebanese Ashta

Lebanese ashta (القشطة اللبنانية) is a great alternative to using triple cream in desserts.

659. Avocado Ice Cream

Ripe avocado is luscious and decadent and turn out it really is fantastic in desserts!