It makes me so happy to see that veganism is slowly inching it’s way into the mainstream here in Bahrain. Sure, we may not have any explicitly vegan dining establishments per se – but many up and coming restaurants are starting to include more plant-based options on their menus. This is important to me for two reasons; the…
Main Dishes
Curried Mercimek Köftesi
I know I promised you guys part 3 of my trip recap, but I just couldn’t help sharing a teeny tiny recipe first. And in case you were wondering, yes it is in fact Turkey-inspired! Confession time: while it’s always been my goal to re-create healthy vegan versions of Middle Eastern dishes – for the…
Red Lentil, Split Pea and Butternut Squash Dal
Good morning folks! It’s time for a new series on the blog *drum roll please*… Meal Prep Monday! (at this point the imaginary crowd in my head oooh‘s and aaaah’s) So I’m kind of cheating – I don’t actually do my meal prep on Mondays – but Meal Prep Saturday just doesn’t quite have the same ring to it. I’m…
The Accidental Dish: Quinoa Mathrooba
Ahoy dear readers! I hope you’ve all been keeping well and that you will once again forgive my extended hiatus. The truth is, as of late(much like John Cage from Ally McBeal – great show) I find myself troubled. This morning, a dear friend of mine reminded that I may find some comfort and solace…
Pumpkin Kibbeh
It’s no secret I love Lebanese food – hummus is practically a primary food group where my diet is concerned and I’m definitely no stranger to the island’s best Lebanese eateries. One of my favourites is Beyroute Bistro and Deli . Since discovering it last April during my Easter break, I have been there more…