Creamy Herb Dip with Crudités
I love a good party dip- and a good party! No matter where you are in the world, it seems, you need a good snack/appetizer/pre-meal munchie to go with the food and warm up the guests as they arrive....
View ArticleCheese Platters for Your Next Ramadan or Eid Party
Every year that Ramadan comes around, I find myself looking for new ways to experience the Iftar (breaking of the fast meal). I want to enjoy what’s seasonal, make things look beautiful and taste fresh...
View Article5 Tips on Hosting a Holiday Gathering at Home
All holidays are a wonderful opportunity to get together with friends and family, and typically have us paying a little extra attention to our living spaces since we’ll be trying to accommodate more...
View ArticleThe Only Thanksgiving Recipes You Need
America is gearing up for the foodiest of all foodie days of the year, Thanksgiving. I know…it’s loaded with historic context that makes it controversial and I know it’s not an Islamic holiday. I also...
View ArticleClassic Roasted Chicken with Spring or Fall Vegetables
Everyone loves a classic roasted chicken and there are countless recipes in the world on to make the perfect one, and I certainly have my own that I stick to pretty much every time I have a craving for...
View Article5 Things You Can Do on Christmas When You Don’t Celebrate
Much of the world has been celebrating Christmas season since the beginning of December, but the really special days for those who celebrate are Christmas Eve (December 24th) and Christmas Day...
View ArticleFabulous California Figs for Your Eid Table
By the end of Ramadan, most of us fasting Muslims have completely filled our status quo of date consumption for the month, and perhaps much of the year. It’s that fruit with which we most commonly...
View ArticleHow to Build a Meaty Appetizer Plate [Sponsored]
If you’re having a small gathering for New Year’s Eve or Day, I have another tasty suggestion for entertaining with delicious and healthy foods. Making a table or buffet full of a variety of finger...
View ArticleSmoked Salmon Crudites
This is such a tasty, elegant and rather quick recipe to make for a party in any season, really. I’ve made them for Ramadan Iftar parties, Eid gatherings, family night dinners, special occasions, and...
View ArticleCream Cheese Dip with Nuts & Honey
I’m always on the lookout for quick and easy recipes for when I entertain- something healthy and that utilizes much of what I already have on hand is best because sometimes you need to pull something...
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