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A small bowl of baharat spice blend with whole spices alongside
Food & Drink

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 small glass of creamy spiced tea beside cardamom pods on a table
Food & Drink

A Home Cook's Guide to Karak Chai: The Gulf's Spiced Milky Tea

Strong, sweet and fragrant with cardamom, karak is the Gulf's favourite tea. Here is what goes into it, how to make it at home and how to order it well.
A plate of golden fried dumplings drizzled with dark date syrup and sprinkled with sesame seeds
Food & Drink

Luqaimat Explained: The Gulf's Golden Dumplings and How to Enjoy Them

Crisp outside, soft inside and glossy with date syrup, luqaimat are among the Gulf's best-loved sweets. Here's what they are, when to find them and how to make them at home.