MOROCCAN-SPICED BEEF, RAISIN & ALMOND APPETIZER
Yesterday was the first Friday of Ramadan, the month of fasting for Muslims around the world. And there are some really delicious Mediterranean dishes shared…
Tag: Moroccan
Shakshouka: Middle Eastern Breakfast Eggs
Have you ever come up with a dish that is so tasty you think you invented it yourself, only to find out later that it’s…
Pine Nut, Honey & Strawberry Dish
When I went to Sicily in 1993, it was the first time I really ever experienced fruit as the main ingredient- and sometimes the only…
Shrimp Harissa Tagine
When I’m looking for a quick way to cook and eat healthy, I begin thinking about what I can make in a tagine. They’re easy to…
Roast Chicken with Couscous, Prunes, Apricots, Dates & Almonds
I guess this Ramadan proves that I’m drawn to Mediterranean and North African food as my go-to cuisine for the month. The mixture of sweet…
Yvonne’s Moroccan Harira Soup
There are so many delicious recipes coming out of the North African country of Morocco and when I was there in the mid 90’s, I…
Mediterranean Couscous with Chicken & Olives
We’re in the thick of winter. It’s cold, icy, slushy, and the snow is absolutely beautiful from indoors, as long as you don’t have to…
HOW TO USE PRESERVED LEMONS
If there’s one ingredient that says “Moroccan cooking” it’s preserved lemons. They’re smaller than most lemons found in the U.S. and also sweeter. Traditionally preserved…
Moroccan Crêpes
As you might be able to see from this blog, I’m a bit entranced by Moroccan things- style, geography, and the delicious, healthy and traditional…
An Interview With Mina Harissa
Most people who love North African food are well aware of the flavor profile of harissa, that somewhat spicy {or hot} red chili pepper paste…
An Interview About Moroccan Interior Design with Maryam Montague
You might remember that not too long ago I published a review of the gorgeous design book, Marrakesh by Design, by American expat Maryam Montague…
Marrakesh By Design: A Book Review
All things Moroccan are re-captivating me like never before. I went through a time when I was younger where I was absolutely taken by the food, the traditions, the exotic nature of…
The Food of Morocco by Paula Wolfert
I’ve been following Paula Wolfert, food writer and expert of Moroccan cuisine for many years. She has written numerous books on clay pot cooking and…
Chocolate Mousse Cups
I had the great fortune of being able to do a little baking for a local school bazaar this past weekend. Teachers were raising money…
Moroccan Stuffed Leg of Lamb: An ‘Eid Dish Your Guests Will Savor
‘Eid Mubarak! (Blessed ‘Eid!) to everyone who celebrates, and for those who don’t it just means that the blessed month of Ramadan is over and…
