Hello, my name is Simon and I'm a home cook with a real passion for cooking. I have gathered through the years a lot of traditional Lebanese and Mediterranean recipes for savory dishes and desserts, that I would like to share with you through this class.
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Hello, my name is Simon and I'm a home cook with a real passion for cooking. I have gathered through the years a lot of traditional Lebanese and Mediterranean recipes for savory dishes and desserts, that I would like to share with you through this class.
Hello, my name is Simon and I'm a home cook with a real passion for cooking. I have gathered through the years a lot of traditional Lebanese and Mediterranean recipes for savory dishes and desserts, that I would like to share with you through this class.
I'm not a professional chef; I learned how to cook from my mother and by trial and error, so I know very well that cooking can seem difficult and challenging. Too often, the recipes, especially for exotic cuisines, can seem too complicated to even try. That's why my aim in these lessons is to try and simplify things as much as possible so that even the most inexperienced cooks can achieve great results.
As for the Lebanese food itself, it is becoming more and more famous all over the world with entrees and dips like the hummus or the baba ghannouj, savory dishes like the Moghrabieh, the Mulukhiyah and desserts like the Kunafa.
Lebanese cuisine uses a lot of whole grains, beans, vegetables and fruits. The most frequently used protein is poultry, but we also use red meats like lamb meat and beef as well as fish and seafood. Lebanese cuisine also includes copious amounts of garlic, onions, lemon juice and olive oil. You’ll rarely find a recipe without some lemon juice and olive oil involved somehow.
As you’ll see, Lebanese cuisine is heartwarming and, if done properly, can be the best comfort food that you'll ever find.
So here we go. Our class will be divided into 2 sections: 1 for savory recipes and another for desserts.
If you have any questions or need any assistance or clarifications please do not hesitate to send me a message, I will be more than happy to help.
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Taste and identify different Lebanese spices and ingredients
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Develop a nuanced understanding of the flavors and aromas of Lebanese cuisine.
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Gather a variety of Lebanese spices and ingredients
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Taste each spice and ingredient individually
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Identify the unique flavor profile of each
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Combine spices and ingredients to create different flavor combinations
Review the book 'The Lebanese Kitchen' by Salma Hage
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This book is widely-regarded as a comprehensive and authoritative guide to Lebanese cuisine. In addition to traditional Lebanese cuisine, it also includes modern takes on classic dishes.
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Read the book cover to cover.
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Take notes on the recipes and techniques.
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Try out some of the recipes.
Watch video tutorials on Lebanese cooking techniques
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Gain a deeper understanding of Lebanese cooking methods and techniques.
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Find video tutorials on specific techniques
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Watch the tutorials and take notes
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Practice the techniques in your own cooking
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Watch online cooking videos about Lebanese cuisine
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There are many great online cooking videos available that can teach you how to make Lebanese dishes.
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Search for videos on YouTube, Vimeo, or other video-sharing websites.
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Choose videos that are clear and concise.
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Follow the instructions in the videos carefully.
Meet a local Lebanese chef or home cook who can provide guidance
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Finding a mentor can accelerate your learning and help you avoid common mistakes. Look for someone who has experience in Lebanese cuisine and is willing to share their knowledge.
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Attend local food events and meet-ups.
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Reach out to Lebanese restaurants or cooking schools in your area.
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Ask your friends and family for recommendations.
Develop a recipe for a traditional Lebanese dish
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Create a unique dish that combines the flavors and techniques of traditional Lebanese cuisine.
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Research traditional Lebanese dishes
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Gather ingredients and equipment
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Cook the dish following the recipe
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Taste and adjust the flavors as needed
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Document the recipe
Attend a virtual cooking session with other students
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Connect with other students, share cooking experiences, and learn from each other.
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Join a virtual cooking session
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Cook a dish together with other students
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Exchange tips and techniques
Practice making a variety of Lebanese dishes
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Practice is essential for mastering any skill, including cooking. Try making a variety of dishes to improve your overall skills and knowledge of Lebanese cuisine.
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Start with simple dishes and gradually work your way up to more complex ones.
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Read the recipes carefully and follow the instructions precisely.
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Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients and flavors.
Attend a Lebanese cooking workshop
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Taking a Lebanese cooking workshop will provide you with hands-on experience and guidance from an expert chef.
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Research different workshops and choose one that fits your interests and skill level.
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Sign up for the workshop and pay the registration fee.
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Attend the workshop and participate actively.
Create your own recipe book
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Creating your own recipe book will allow you to record your perfected recipes in one place and forces you to reflect and retain your knowledge of Lebanese dishes.
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Organize your recipes by type, such as appetizers, main courses, desserts, and drinks.
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Include detailed instructions for each recipe.
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Add photos of your finished dishes.
Plan a Lebanese-themed dinner party for friends and family
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Hosting a dinner party is a great way to share your knowledge of Lebanese cuisine with others and get feedback on your dishes.
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Choose a menu that includes a variety of Lebanese dishes.
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Plan the decorations and ambiance of the party.
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Shop for the ingredients and prepare the dishes.
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Serve the food and enjoy the company of your guests.
Create a cookbook of Lebanese recipes
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Consolidate your knowledge of Lebanese cuisine and create a valuable resource for future cooking.
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Gather your favorite Lebanese recipes
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Organize the recipes into categories
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Write clear and concise instructions for each recipe
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Design and layout the cookbook
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Publish or share the cookbook
Taste and identify different Lebanese spices and ingredients
Show steps
Develop a nuanced understanding of the flavors and aromas of Lebanese cuisine.
Show steps
- Gather a variety of Lebanese spices and ingredients
- Taste each spice and ingredient individually
- Identify the unique flavor profile of each
- Combine spices and ingredients to create different flavor combinations
Review the book 'The Lebanese Kitchen' by Salma Hage
Show steps
This book is widely-regarded as a comprehensive and authoritative guide to Lebanese cuisine. In addition to traditional Lebanese cuisine, it also includes modern takes on classic dishes.
Show steps
- Read the book cover to cover.
- Take notes on the recipes and techniques.
- Try out some of the recipes.
Watch video tutorials on Lebanese cooking techniques
Show steps
Gain a deeper understanding of Lebanese cooking methods and techniques.
Show steps
- Find video tutorials on specific techniques
- Watch the tutorials and take notes
- Practice the techniques in your own cooking
Watch online cooking videos about Lebanese cuisine
Show steps
There are many great online cooking videos available that can teach you how to make Lebanese dishes.
Show steps
- Search for videos on YouTube, Vimeo, or other video-sharing websites.
- Choose videos that are clear and concise.
- Follow the instructions in the videos carefully.
Meet a local Lebanese chef or home cook who can provide guidance
Show steps
Finding a mentor can accelerate your learning and help you avoid common mistakes. Look for someone who has experience in Lebanese cuisine and is willing to share their knowledge.
Show steps
- Attend local food events and meet-ups.
- Reach out to Lebanese restaurants or cooking schools in your area.
- Ask your friends and family for recommendations.
Develop a recipe for a traditional Lebanese dish
Show steps
Create a unique dish that combines the flavors and techniques of traditional Lebanese cuisine.
Show steps
- Research traditional Lebanese dishes
- Gather ingredients and equipment
- Cook the dish following the recipe
- Taste and adjust the flavors as needed
- Document the recipe
Attend a virtual cooking session with other students
Show steps
Connect with other students, share cooking experiences, and learn from each other.
Show steps
- Join a virtual cooking session
- Cook a dish together with other students
- Exchange tips and techniques
Practice making a variety of Lebanese dishes
Show steps
Practice is essential for mastering any skill, including cooking. Try making a variety of dishes to improve your overall skills and knowledge of Lebanese cuisine.
Show steps
- Start with simple dishes and gradually work your way up to more complex ones.
- Read the recipes carefully and follow the instructions precisely.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients and flavors.
Attend a Lebanese cooking workshop
Show steps
Taking a Lebanese cooking workshop will provide you with hands-on experience and guidance from an expert chef.
Show steps
- Research different workshops and choose one that fits your interests and skill level.
- Sign up for the workshop and pay the registration fee.
- Attend the workshop and participate actively.
Create your own recipe book
Show steps
Creating your own recipe book will allow you to record your perfected recipes in one place and forces you to reflect and retain your knowledge of Lebanese dishes.
Show steps
- Organize your recipes by type, such as appetizers, main courses, desserts, and drinks.
- Include detailed instructions for each recipe.
- Add photos of your finished dishes.
Plan a Lebanese-themed dinner party for friends and family
Show steps
Hosting a dinner party is a great way to share your knowledge of Lebanese cuisine with others and get feedback on your dishes.
Show steps
- Choose a menu that includes a variety of Lebanese dishes.
- Plan the decorations and ambiance of the party.
- Shop for the ingredients and prepare the dishes.
- Serve the food and enjoy the company of your guests.
Create a cookbook of Lebanese recipes
Show steps
Consolidate your knowledge of Lebanese cuisine and create a valuable resource for future cooking.
Show steps
- Gather your favorite Lebanese recipes
- Organize the recipes into categories
- Write clear and concise instructions for each recipe
- Design and layout the cookbook
- Publish or share the cookbook
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