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  • Algerian lemon cherbet: the fresh drink that smells like summer in Algeria

    Algerian lemon cherbet: the fresh drink that smells like summer in Algeria

    The Algerian lemon cherbet is a sweet, tangy and ultra-refreshing drink, prepared with fresh lemons, a light syrup, a touch of orange blossom water and a little touch of milk. To make an Algerian lemon cherbet, mix the zest of a lemon with sugar, add water and heat until you get a light syrup. Let…

  • Cold Matcha Noodles: Chasoba, Pickled Cucumber  Soft-Boiled Egg

    Cold Matcha Noodles: Chasoba, Pickled Cucumber Soft-Boiled Egg

    Cold matcha noodles, also known as chasoba, are Japanese green tea noodles served cold with a creamy sauce of sesame, soy, rice vinegar and gochujang. In this recipe, they’re topped with pickled cucumber, a soft-boiled egg, nori, and sesame seeds. It’s a fresh, quick and nourishing dish, perfect for spring or summer. Cold matcha noodles…

  • Iranian Bamieh: Ramadan Fritters with Saffron and Rose Water

    Iranian Bamieh: Ramadan Fritters with Saffron and Rose Water

    Iranian bamieh are small fried doughnuts in the shape of mini-churros, prepared with a cooked dough made from flour, butter, water, sugar and eggs. After frying, they are dipped in a syrup flavoured with saffron and rose water. Iranian bamieh are small, fried, golden, fluted doughnuts dipped in a syrup flavored with saffron and rose…