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

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

At the age of 90, our best-loved cook continues to tempt us with her delicious, fuss-free dishes – guaranteed crowd-pleasers and perfect for any occasion

■ Serves 8 ■ Prep 30 mins plus 10 mins resting ■ Cook 1 hr 500g kale, thick stalks discarded and roughly chopped1 tbsp each butter and olive oil2 onions, chopped3 garlic cloves, finely chopped750g ric

Roasting brings out the natural sweetness in the garlic for a rich and velvety finish. SERVES 6 PREP 15 MINS COOK 35 MINS ✱ 3 large bulbs fresh garlic, broken up, skins left on✱ 1 medium onion, finely

Celebrate the season – and the Bank Holiday weekend – with a vibrant feast with recipes for everyone