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Slow-simmered until meltingly soft and layered with cumin, cinnamon and fragrant herbs, this is a dish built for gathering people around the table. Whether it graces a festive occasion or a relaxed family supper, Al-Mahya carries the rich, hospitable spirit of the Gulf in every mouthful.
Marinating the beef fillet in ground dried lime creates wonderfully tender skewers to serve with fluffy flatbreads, silky hummus and fresh orange slices
Tender and moist beneath its golden crust, it is scented with fragrant rose water and crowned with crunchy almonds. Simple to make yet quietly luxurious, it is the kind of treat that appears at celebrations, family gatherings and afternoons over coffee. Bring a taste of Bahraini hospitality into your own kitchen.
Treat yourself to Date Halwa, a wonderfully rich Bahraini dessert that captures the warmth of Arabian hospitality in every spoonful. Sticky-sweet dates are simmered with fragrant cardamom, buttery ghee and a scattering of ground nuts until they melt into a glossy, fudge-like sweet. It takes a little patience at the stove, but the reward is a treat that has graced festive tables across the Gulf for generations. Bring a taste of Bahrain to your own kitchen with this comforting classic.
The name of this uniquely Bahraini dish means “bottom of the pot”, which is where all the good stuff happens. The meat (or fish or vegetables) is left to steam and cook gently without any liquid, and the rice is piled on top. Don’t skimp on the onions, because their moisture is what helps move things along. The chicken skin doesn’t go crisp here; instead, it acts as a shield, keeping the meat nice and tender
This glossy, fragrant treat brings together warm cardamom, delicate rose water and a scattering of toasted nuts in a tender, melt-in-the-mouth texture. Served at weddings, feasts and quiet afternoons alike, it has a gift for drawing family and friends around the table. Bring a little of Bahrain's festive spirit into your own kitchen with this timeless delicacy.
Warm, hearty and deeply comforting, Jareesh Soup is a Bahraini classic that has won over generations of home cooks. Built on cracked wheat simmered slowly with tender meat until everything turns soft and satisfying, it is the kind of dish that appears at celebrations yet feels just as welcome on an ordinary evening. Ladle it out on a chilly night or share it around the family table, and you bring a genuine taste of the Gulf straight into your own kitchen.
Built around fresh fish and a fragrant blend of warming oriental spices, it delivers the authentic flavour of the region straight to your plate. Traditionally served on special occasions as a mark of hospitality, this simple yet aromatic dish is easy to recreate at home and brings a taste of Bahraini culture to your kitchen.
Meet Khabees, the sweet, comforting treasure of Bahraini kitchens. This warming dessert brings together golden semolina, soft dates and a fragrant blend of Arabian spices in one deeply satisfying dish. With its tender texture and rich, honeyed flavour, khabees is the sort of sweet traditionally reserved for festive gatherings and family celebrations. If you want a genuine taste of the Gulf, this is the perfect place to begin.
Meet Kunafa, one of Bahrain's most treasured sweets. This heavenly dessert layers crisp, golden strands of pastry over a soft, molten filling, all brought together with a generous drizzle of fragrant sugar syrup. Finished with a scattering of bright green pistachios, it is the kind of indulgent treat that turns any celebration into an occasion. Bring the warm, honeyed flavours of the Arabian Gulf straight to your own kitchen.
Indulge in hearty Lean Bahraini Beef Saloonah, a nutritious vegetable-packed stew from Bahrain's family traditions - low-fat, high-protein Bahraini comfort food for healthy eating.
This warming bowl brings together aromatic spices and wholesome, everyday ingredients to make a nourishing meal that suits both a relaxed lunch and a sociable evening with friends. Rich with the fragrant notes of cumin and paprika, it carries the flavours of the Middle East straight to your table.
This generous dish layers tender lamb with fragrant basmati rice, a warm medley of spices, and a scattering of nuts and raisins. It is the kind of food that graces weddings, feasts and family gatherings across the Gulf. Aromatic, comforting and quietly impressive, Quzi brings a taste of Bahrain's hospitality straight to your own table.
This is charcoal-grilled fish at its finest, brushed with lemon and warm spices until the skin crisps and the flesh turns smoky and tender. Scattered with fresh herbs and served with a lively sauce, it is a dish that celebrates the sea and the famous Bahraini hospitality that so often surrounds the table. Bring a taste of the Gulf straight to your own grill.
Meet Semolina Pudding, the sweet, syrup-soaked treat that lies at the heart of Bahrain's dessert tradition. Also known as basbousa, this tender cake of golden semolina is drenched in fragrant syrup and scattered with almonds for a taste of the Middle East in every bite. It graces festive tables and family gatherings alike, yet it is simple enough for any home cook to master. Bring the warm flavours of Arabia to your own kitchen with this timeless classic.
This aromatic bowl brings together humble red lentils and a fragrant blend of spices to create something far greater than the sum of its parts. Easy to prepare and deeply comforting, it is the kind of dish that draws people around the table on a chilly evening or a relaxed family gathering. Bring a taste of the Gulf straight to your own kitchen.
