#gulf cooking

Dibs: A Guide to the Gulf's Sweet Date Syrup
Dibs is a thick, caramel-like syrup made from dates, used across Gulf kitchens to add natural sweetness to both sweet and savoury dishes. Here is what to know and how to enjoy it.

Cardamom in Gulf Cooking: A Guide to the Fragrant Spice
Discover how green cardamom brings warmth to Arabic coffee, spiced rice and traditional sweets across the Gulf.

Samneh (Ghee) at Home: A Guide to the Gulf's Golden Cooking Fat
Learn how to make samneh, the Gulf's cherished clarified butter, and discover why it remains a cornerstone of traditional cooking.

A Cook's Guide to Loomi: The Gulf's Dried Lime
Discover how loomi, the dried black lime of the Gulf, adds a sour, earthy depth to stews, rice dishes and even tea. Here is how to buy, store and use it at home.

Baharat: A Guide to the Gulf's Aromatic Spice Blend
Learn what baharat is, how to make it at home, and the many ways it brings warmth and depth to Gulf cooking.

A Guide to Gulf Rose Water and Orange Blossom Water
Rose water and orange blossom water are the floral backbone of Gulf sweets and drinks. Here is how to use them in your own kitchen.