“This dish feels familiar” is a phrase that I’ve uttered a handful of times over the last few months. I do varying levels of research on recipes for a country before I decide which one gets the coveted spot of … Continue reading #136: Saudi Arabia – Chicken Kabsa
Over the last several weeks it’s been nearly impossible to miss the stories of the women of Iran and their courageous efforts in a turbulent time. I’d been wanting to cook from this country for a while and this seemed … Continue reading #111: Iran – Fesenjan (Chicken Pomegranate Stew) and Barberi Bread
A bone-in chicken breast can be a real thing of beauty, especially as part of a flavorful chicken and rice dish like this! But I’d be remiss if I didn’t start this post with a little shout out to my … Continue reading #110: Qatar – Chicken Machboos
To start off the new year, I chose two dishes to make this weekend that couldn’t be more opposite, and it may come as no surprise because they are from opposite sides of the world. One thing I thought I … Continue reading #58: Palestine – Musakhan
It was a dark and stormy night in Arlington…As anyone who lives in the D.C. area can attest, this week has been a mess of temps hovering around 97 with a head index of 105. Each evening this humidity brings … Continue reading #36: Kuwait – Machboos
Let the games begin! For my first country, I chose a dish rather than a country to determine my path. I had often seen Shakshuka on brunch menus in a variety of forms. Shortly before I started this project in … Continue reading #1: Tunisia – Shakshuka
A Portrait of the Artist as She Cooks 