This is the staple of Levantine Arab cooking. It’s one of those dishes that everyone’s family makes and they all have their own spin on it but the main point is that you have zucchini or squash that is cored and stuffed with the traditional stuffing (rice + meat) and cooked in a flavorful tomato sauce. It’s the kind of dish that just feels like home wherever you are. It’s a true labor of love and it warms my heart every time I have it.

This is a little something I came up with because I absolutely love lamb and I was determined to make a recipe that will have all the lamb haters lamb lovers. My wife is very iffy when it comes to lamb and this won her over so I’m confident it will win you over too. This is a long recipe but a majority of it is waiting around so it’s perfect if you’re home and have a few hours before you’re ready for dinner.

Tiramisu is one of the most recognizable Italian desserts. It’s loved all across the world and for good reason. Here I’m going to step through how to make not just the traditional but also a middle eastern variation that I came up with - a pistachio rose tiramisu. Both are easy to make, beautiful, and perfect for your sweet tooth