Batch cooking made easy

Recreate your favourite takeaway at home

In Lebanon, food is not simply eaten, it is shared, argued over, lingered on and remembered. From the mountains to the coast, and especially in Beirut, cooking is deeply tied to identity, hospitality

Easy recipes to make ahead and freeze for hearty dinners in a flash

Pop these delicious meals in the middle of the table so everyone can serve themselves. What’s not to love?

This take on pasta e ceci is like a hug in a bowl. It should be brothy, so add more water as it cooks if you need to. As it uses such humble ingredients, seasoning is key. A drizzle of good olive oil

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