How to Make / Jam

“Kaak! Kaak, Kaak!” shout cart vendors on sidewalks or drivers honking and roaming through the streets of villages to sell their fresh, hot Kaak. Found throughout Lebanon and considered a humble breakfast for passers by, this popular sesame coated soft bread previously paired with cheese or Zaatar now serves as...

When you envision the end of summer in your hometown in Lebanon, a few things come to mind. Other than a soft breeze and chilly nights, you can’t miss out on fig season. The fig baskets sold by the roads going up through the mountains, bamboo trays for figs to...

The beauty of making your own jam is not only is it easy but you can adjust the sugar levels to a healthier level or substitute the sugar for something else entirely, like stevia or fruit juice. If you’re feeling adventurous you can even experiment with different combinations to get...