Saudi Arabian culinary tradition is as rich and diverse as the landscapes and climates of the country, with each region offering delicious ingredients and tasty local dishes - a hidden treasure to be discovered.
Anissa Helou Book order






- 2022
- 2018
Recognized as a Sunday Times Book of the Year by Bee Wilson, this work offers a compelling exploration of its themes and characters. It delves into the intricacies of human relationships, revealing deep emotional truths and societal reflections. The narrative is enriched with insightful commentary and vivid storytelling, making it a standout piece that resonates with readers and critics alike.
- 2015
Sweet Middle East
- 168 pages
- 6 hours of reading
The seductive flavors of the Middle East have won over food lovers around the world, but the sweets of the region have remained largely unknown to Western palates—until now. Sweet Middle East , by doyenne of Middle Eastern cooking Anissa Helou, presents 70 classic desserts fragrant with spices, honey, dates, and nuts, and steeped in tradition. One bite of Anissa's authentic cookies, cakes, custards, puddings, and more reveals why these enchanting desserts deserve to be shared beyond their native lands.
- 2011
Offal
- 192 pages
- 7 hours of reading
A classic book of recipes that shows just how versatile and delicious offal can be.
- 2007
Savory Baking from the Mediterranean
- 352 pages
- 13 hours of reading
The Mediterranean is full of varied and diverse cuisines, but the one thing they all share is a basic reliance on bread. From Italian focaccia and French brioche to Lebanese tabouneh (sourdough pita) and Egyptian fiteer (flatbread), bread is the single most important staple in Mediterranean diets, and serves as the foundation for countless other savory dishes. In Savory Baking from the Mediterranean, Anissa Helou presents a collection of classic and favorite recipes that will provide home cooks with a broad overview of Mediterranean savory baking, from countless variations on flatbreads like pita, focaccia, and lavash, to raised breads such as French Bacon Bread, Greek Spinach and Olive Bread, and Italian Nut Bread. In addition, she offers recipes for a wide variety of pies, tarts, and savory pastries, such as calzones, empanadas, pizzas, and spanakopitta. Savory Baking from the Mediterranean is illustrated through out with 100 artful black and while photographs of landscapes, communities, and breads.
- 2006
Mediterranean Street Food
Stories, Soups, Snacks, Sandwiches, Barbecues, Sweets, and More from Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East
- 304 pages
- 11 hours of reading
Street food captivates with its diverse flavors and cultural significance, offering irresistible treats like chickpea fritters in Nice, kebabs in Athens, and hummus in Tel Aviv. This exploration highlights the delightful variety of dishes, from sweet aniseed cookies in Tuscany to savory stuffed zucchini in Genoa and potato omelets in Spain, showcasing the universal appeal of these culinary delights.
- 2000
Lebanese Cuisine is a captivating exploration of Middle Eastern culinary traditions, featuring a diverse range of recipes. Recognized with a shortlist for the Andre Simon award, it has received acclaim from critics in both the UK and the US, highlighting its significance in the culinary world.