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Whether served as part of an assortment of mezes, or small plates, or laid on a bed of couscous as part of a Moroccan meal, kebabs can be found throughout the Middle East and North Africa. 

This light, crunchy pastry is often referred to as “elephant ears” in America.

Here’s a dough that is firm but light, because of the baking powder.

Prune filling, a widely popular filling for these triangular cookies, became traditional in 1731.

Poppy seeds are often used in Purim confections. 

Another version of dough when you want your pastry to be dairy-free.

In Mexico and parts of Central America you'll find a large Sephardic population from Syria and Lebanon, as well as a substantial Ashkenazi community.

While Greek tsatsiki offers up a blend of refreshing cucumber, yogurt, and dill, the Persian version features the elegant and elaborate use of fresh herbs and fruits. And thinning this mixture with about 1 cup of water will give you an incredibly delicious cold soup!\.

Hamantaschen are traditional Purim cookies that represent Haman's hats. Here's how to shape them: