Levantine

<strong>A collection of recipes inspired by the vibrant and diverse culture of the Levant, the region of the Middle East that stretches along the shores of the eastern Mediterranean.</strong>

<strong>Small plates to relish</strong> (relish being the original meaning of the Persian word <em>maza</em> from which the term mezze derives) include popular<strong> dips</strong>, <strong>salads</strong> and <strong>small bites</strong> - <strong>hummus, baba ganoush, tabbouleh and falafel</strong> - as well as less familiar recipes to discover. <strong>Freshly grilled fish and seafood</strong>, served with <strong>yogurt dips</strong> flavoured with <strong>spicy harissa past</strong>e, or a simple coupling of <strong>mint and cucumber</strong>, are just the start of an ocean odyssey of tastes. For carnivores, chicken dishes are enhanced by all manner of <strong>spicy marinades</strong>, such as <strong>Paprika and Lemon-Infused Taouk</strong>; or how about <strong>Grilled Skewers of Beef</strong> with a Tahini-Based Tarator Sauce; or one of the greats of Levantine feasting, a Slow-Roasted Lamb Shoulder steeped in spices and served with a Pomegranate, Yogurt and Pistachio Sauce. You'll want to return to these <strong>deliciously fresh and exciting dishe</strong>s time and again.