FELAFEL SANDWICH (Middle Eastern Fritters) by MARIA LOURDES V. LIPARDO-AYUB

This is one of my favorite "street foods" in the Middle East. It is originated in Egypt as a snack. Here is my version of felafel recipe...

Side order of sliced fruit and watermelon by CHEF ASHRAF ABD ALEEM ELKHARBOTLY

Side order of sliced fruit and watermelon

Moroccan Bean Dip - Bessara by John Spottiswood

If you like hummus, you will also like this simple and tasty bean dip. Fava beans are preferred, but Lima beans work well too. You can thin down the dip with chicken or vegetable stock to make a tasty bean soup.

Harira: A Delicately-Spiced Moroccan Soup by Vicki S Challancin

My Flavors of the Sun is both a cooking school (in Mexico!) and a tour service. I learned to make this delightful vegetarian version of the classic Moroccan soup, Harira, on one of my many trips/tours to Morocco. More recipes can be found on my blog: Flavorsofthesun.blogspot.com Thanks--I love your site!

Ethiopian chickpea and pasta soup by Marla Nichols