Syrian Cuisine

Damascene ice cream has evolved from the famous Damascene fresh lemon sorbet tha was made from lemon trees grown in the Orchards around the city. The lemon sorbet makers discovered that by boiling milk with “Sahlab”, a natural herb found on the Damascene mountains, the cooled mixture resulted in an ice cream with a very distinctive taste. This led to the development of the world famous handmade (hammered) Damascene ice cream that is usually served with a topping of Syrian pistachio nuts....

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Syrian Cuisine

Like Erk Al-Sous, Tamarind is also a traditional drink that is often sold on thestreets of Damascus in the summer season and during the holy month of Ramadan. Made from the seeds of Tamarind trees that grow in tropical Africa and India, this drink is very refreshing and energising. Tamarind has also many medicinal properties including a potent anti-bacterial action....

Syrian Cuisine

The Syrian liquorice plant, from which this drink is made of, is probably the bet quality liquorice plant in the world. Extracted manually from the roots of this plant, Erk Al-Sous is a traditional drink sold on the streets of Damascus and other Syrian cities. This refreshing treat has many proven health benefits and is usually served in summer and during the holy month of Ramadan....

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Syrian Cuisine

The name of this popular Damascene snack is derived from the Arabic term for “Drssed Up”. It refers to the dressing up of an almond or a pistachio nut with a sugar coating. The technique for making Mulabas was developed in Damascus more than two centuries ago. This popular snack, which comes in a variety of colours, is usually given out on special occasions such as weddings and baby showers....

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Syrian Cuisine

This is a trademark Damascene sweet pastry made from flour, butter, sugar, bakin powder, eggs, Arabic gum, sesame seeds and pistachios. Barazek pieces are always made in circular shapes with sesame seeds on one side and crushed pistachio nuts on the other....

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Syrian Cuisine

Both Olive and Fig trees are believed to have originated from ancient Syria wher, today, they are both still produced in large quantities, especially in the Northern West region of the country. Dried figs are produced both at a mass production level mainly for exports, and at a household level for local and family consumption. Dried figs are characterised by their high fibre and calcium content....