Blanche (pronounced the French way) is the host of Feast In the Middle East, a cooking show dedicated to making middle eastern food authentic, easy, and modern! Her show has been featured on NBC, BBC, Fox News, and even Virgin American Airlines in flight entertainment! She is also a cookbook author of Feast In the Middle East, as well as a cooking instructor and food columnist for newspapers and magazines. Want to make the perfect hummus, halva, baba ghanoush, semolina date cookies, kefta or shawarma? You are in the right place, with ancient recipes that have been passed down to Blanche from generations. You can also check out her adventurous culture travel vlogs from little known areas of the Middle East and Europe, as well as nutrition and fitness tips from her time spent as a fitness instructor. Subscribe to get Blanche's latest recipes, amusing coffee talks, travel adventures and tips to live your most healthy and vibrant life!
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Please tell me about Lupi cold extracted Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Is it fake or genuine? The label doesnt indicate anything other than it was bottled in Italy
I keep returning to your recipe whenever I have guests 😅 thank U❤
Aww great to hear! You are always welcome back =)
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Have you tried a Bahini smoothie ? Mix Banana, Tahini and dates together.
Yum!
I'm just starting to watch this and I'm already hooked on the fact that he started with the sugar. I like how she commented on that right away.
is it normal that i feel the semoline texture while eating mamoul? any advice to avoid that?
Use the finest grade semolina, if you see #1 buy that one, as it is the softest when baking these cookies.
Aslaam O Alaykum Blanche. It’s special seeing any given day stay healthy, blessed & excelled InshAllah 🙏☝🏻🤍👏🏻😉. Always praying about you Sahtein/Shukria.
Shukran and have a blessed day!
Respect from Dubai
Omg, so easy I can’t believe it! 😋
It's a huge favorite in my fam, great for a crowd! <3
Blanche my dear thanks so much for sharing this recipe, it's greatly appreciated !!! One thing I noticed was the fact that your rice grain (Basmati Rice) was not a long grain as I've been buying, would you please share the origin or the place were you purchase your rice? I just want to see if there are different types as with the Bulgur Wheat (1,2,3,4) recipe you've share as well. Thanks a million !!! 🤗🤗
Good eye! Honestly any kind of basmati will do, but I get mine from a middle eastern market near my home. You can also use jasmine rice if you wish!
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Woooowww :D Looks delicious as usual.
Very informative. Thanks for sharing the link, Marshall 🫶🏼
I included lots of tips to make this dish easier than ever to recreate this in your kitchen. It is my way of keeping the spirit of the people of Gaza alive. The recipe is in the description section =) To get your copy of my cookbook, click here: secure.mybookorders.com/mbo_index.php?isbn=9781545675113
I need to try this recipe😋
OMG! Congratulations!🎊 Wow I’m so happy for you, you deserve this! ❤🏆
Thank you! <3
Mama ❤always love shows with Mama!
That’s a nice looking Whole Foods! Love your videos❤praying for people in Gaza🙏🏼
Thank you! Yes please keep praying, they need it more than ever. <3
You read my mind. I was thinking of Sayadaya 🇵🇸 Thank you so much for your recipes and tips❤
Hope you give this version a try, I included shortcuts to make it easier than ever.
This looks so delicious 😋 Thanks for sharing this dish, Blanche.
These recipes look soooooo good! I’m definitely going to try both! PS do I need to rinse or soak the bulgar? ❤
Yay! Actually you don't have to soak the bulgur, but I do recommend rinsing it before cooking. Here is the recipe in an easier to follow way: www.arabamerica.com/middle-eastern-pantry-staples-to-the-rescue-with-hearty-bulgur-pilaf-2/
@@blanchetv thx Blanche!
Made it, and love it. So doesn't everyone who tasted it. People who didn't like dates at all - they loved this treat.
Yay wonderful to hear that!
Are dandelions in the uk seem to have more tooth shapes on the leaves. Do they taste the same?
Hmm interesting, the flavor ought to be the same if they are indeed called dandelion greens.
The intro song reminds me of an old song from the past, maybe from iranian revolution period, can anybody help me out?
Funny you say that--this song which is copyright free, says it is Iranian, and it is retro sounding so you are probably right!
Are any or all grape leaves edible?
Yes, but the leaves of green grapes are better, they are more tender and less tough than the leaves of red grapes.
The taste of rose petals do not clash against the pastry..
Have you tried Terra Delyssa or Cobram Estate EVOO? Are these the real deal or?
Terra Delyssa is a great brand, the real deal and has won many awards globally. Cobram Estate is another great brand, and is bottled within 6 hours of pressing, and passes the California Olive Oil Commision standards. Excellent choices!
Hello Blanche I just saw this video as I m looking for the manakeesh dough recipe YOU HAVEN'T CHANGED A BIT!!!!
Aww thank you! =)
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Thank you so much! I've been scared to buy tahini because I'm so particular. but i needed some perspective from the culture it comes from! i just put Ziyad in my cart!
@@MsAshleighChanel awesome glad to help!
God bless his heart 😢😢
I make it all the time. I buy the dry ones and make it my way. 😂
I am sure you are a pro!!
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hello there do you know where i can find frozen habiba kunafa in the bay area i am coming to visit soon Thank you
Try Mosaic Market in San Mateo - they had it last time I was there.
Yummy 😋 ❤
Beautiful! Both delicious and nutritious! Love seeing you and your mom together it’s lovely. ❤️☮️
I hope they are all okay 😢
Me too :(
Please make a Part 3
Outstanding Blanche !!! I will give it a try and give you my feedback later. One thing I was not aware of is the different numbers/sizes regarding the bulgur. The Store/Supermarket have only one kind so I will do a search for the nearest middle eastern market in my area. 🤗🤗🤗
Yes the largest one is a game changer, I personally love it instead of rice because of is chewy texture and nutty flavor ;) Thanks for watching!
This looks really good! Lovely to see you cooking with your mom
You and your mother are remarkable. What an excellent video!
Of course the full recipes are in the description section! =) And to get my limited edition cookbook, which has both of these recipes and much more on 200 glossy pages with gorgeous photos, click HERE: secure.mybookorders.com/mbo_index.php?isbn=9781545675113
OMG, Mama Vera at the Rose Market with you! I know it's gonna be good!
Looks delicious and great seeing you and your mom enjoying time together.....so important. 😊
This was so sweet . Yes , love all the different sizes of cracked wheat. I seem to buy #1 & # 4 the most .So inexpensive and healthy to prepare a dish. Love the kafta this time of year .
You and me both! =)
May there be peace ☮️ I’m Jewish but your story is beautiful to hear. God bless
Thank you! I wish for peace as well with my brothers and sisters of all religions! <3