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The beetroot hummus is a great example of a fantastic and easy-to-make dish. The humble beetroot can be transformed into something quite unusual with tastes from the Middle East…

Joanna Barakat is an American Palestinian artist, born in Jerusalem and raised in California.  She is forging a powerful contemporary Palestinian aesthetic, painting portraits…

During Ramadan, lentil soup is often served daily at Iftar (breaking the fast) tables. It’s believed to be one of the oldest cultivated legumes in the region. Also, lentils are…

Like their brethren all over the world, Palestinian Muslims are observing the month of Ramadan. But they also face unique challenges performing their Ramadan duties under Israeli…

Even 70 years later, May 15th, 1948 denotes stark differences amongst communities. For Palestinians, it is known as the ‘Al-Nakba’ or the catastrophe. As consciousness dawns, the…

My siblings and I use to love to eat stuffed artichokes steamed, with lemon dressing, dipping each petal one at a time until we hit the heart.Traditionally, there are no peas or…

Do you ever experience moments that are as surprising as they are? I was recently transported to this ineffable state of being whilst sitting under the stars with two spoken word…

Ali Shawwa is a brilliant Palestinian Kuwaiti artist. Growing up between Kuwait and Cyprus his art reflects his multi-cultural being as he moves between the mediums of painting…

The Women of Gaza will stand together and march at the border to demand their freedom and Rights of Return. The 45-day protest, known as the 'Great March of Return’ rally, has…

Freekeh the “new” ancient grain, has been a staple in the Middle East for centuries. It is actually very easy and versatile to incorporate into your diet, and it works well in…