Just when you think you know everything about Amman, it seems to throw you a bit of a curveball. Or in this case, a hidden gem. Despite being on my to-do list, I had no idea that the Jasmine House – a cooperative dedicated to raising awareness of displaced Palestinian women also functioned as a café and a restaurant. In the hilly city of Amman,…
The heat of Amman has already enclosed itself around me. I feel its warmth soaking into my black long-sleeved shirt through the car’s window, but the A/C eases the heat with its cool breeze. It has been some time since I have sat in a car with an A/C and already it brings back memories of the UAE. We begin to maneuver our way out…
The Canary Island of La Palma is an island that is lost in the clouds. At just 706 square kilometers the island is an amalgamation of different ecozones and vistas. At around 2400 meters above sea level, you are parallel to the clouds, so close that you could easily touch them with your fingertips. Below you see the valleys, the sides of the mountains and…
I love hummus. Being Arab, hummus is a natural staple in our household. In fact, during Ramadan, you will probably find it difficult to find any canned chickpeas at the grocery stores since many Arabs will start to stockpile them. This recipe is inspired by a restaurant in Spain. More specifically the most delightful restaurant in Cordoba – my favourite city in all of Spain. If you…
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