TASTE CANADA AWARDS GOLD WINNER100 recipes to celebrate the bold flavors bright colors and
fresh tastes of the Middle East. In Arabic habibi translates to my darling and it is this
loving endearment reserved for the closest friends and family that permeates every recipe
that Canadian-Egyptian chef and television host Shahir Massoud has to offer. Sharing
mouthwatering street foods and casual everyday staples as well as new interpretations of
traditional dishes Eat Habibi Eat! encourages you to explore the rich spices and
irresistible dishes of the Middle East at home. And Shahir's personal stories all told in his
warm and playful voice are just as captivating as his food (you'll burst out laughing at his
mother's insistence that the Egyptian people would never forgive him if he altered the
definitive recipe for ful mudammas). Combining his family's heritage meals with his French and
Italian chef training Shahir teaches you how to build the ultimate Egyptian pantry using some
special food items but mostly ingredients that can be found at your local grocery store. From
there you'll dive in to the over 100 mouthwatering recipes for every meal and time of day.
From classic mainstays like Shakshuka Shawarma and Fattoush Salad to modern plates like
Chickpea Fries with Harissa Mayo and Coffee and Coriander Beef Ribs with Pomegranate BBQ Sauce
Eat Habibi Eat! is a feast for the eyes and the taste buds. Whether you already love Middle
Eastern cuisine or have never heard of sumac before Shahir's sumptuous book will inspire you
to try something new in the kitchen and have fun doing it.
