Lebanon's culinary world beautifully blends hearty peasant dishes from mountain villages with the refined, cosmopolitan fare of Beirut, shaped by Eastern and European influences. Salma Hage's book invites you to explore this vibrant heritage.
With Lebanese Cuisine, authentic Lebanese colors, textures, and flavors bring home cooking to life worldwide. Over 250 photographs, shot exclusively for the book, showcase 500 time-tested recipes.
Beyond familiar restaurant mezze and grilled meats lies Lebanon's cherished home cooking tradition: comforting stews, vibrant summer and fall salads, versatile hummus preparations, spice-infused soups, marinated fish and meats, vegetable gratins, and delightful tea-time sweets.
The recipes highlight a naturally healthy, balanced approach to eating—could this be the next Cretan diet? Essential base recipes and Hage's insightful introduction make it clear.
A dedicated section features standout dishes from the world's top Lebanese chefs, perfect for crafting exceptional menus.
(Phaïdon Editions - September 12, 2013)
Salma Hage, from Mazraat el Teffah ("hamlet of apples") in northern Lebanon's Kadisha Valley mountains, now resides in Scotland. For over 50 years, she has mastered and shared Lebanese cuisine, learning from her mother, mother-in-law, and sisters-in-law while nurturing her large family.
This essential bible captures Lebanese cuisine's flavors, richness, balance, and joy of sharing mezze. A stunning "beautiful book" with mouthwatering photos and accessible recipes—ideal for gifting or daily inspiration.
