A Lebanese Feast of Vegetables, Pulses, Herbs and Spices

Mona Hamadeh grew up in Lebanon. She spent her school holidays in the beautiful mountains where she was born, and where she developed a love of cooking from her grandmother, her mother and aunts. Her passion for Lebanese food and cooking remained with her when she came to the UK as a young woman. She raised her own large family on a healthy Lebanese diet and now she passes it on to her grandchildren, who also recognise the importance of sharing and taking part in food preparation. This is Mona's third book where she shares again, not only her continuing passion for the delicious flavours that exemplify Lebanese food, but also the healthy properties of the superfoods that are a natural part of the diet that the Lebanese have enjoyed for generations.

The Lebanese love vegetables and vegetarian dishes are the most important part of their delicious cuisine.With its focus on vegetables, fresh fruit, pulses, nuts, herbs and spices, the Lebanese diet is known to be one of the healthiest in the world. Natural flavours and freshness are the main attraction of the country's vegetable dishes.Whether you are vegetarian or - like the Lebanese - often enjoy meat free days, you'll find a feast of traditional, authentic vegetable and pulse recipes in this book. These include the famous mezze and speciality sweets, hearty peasant food from the rural mountains, traditional dishes from the Mediterranean coast, and street food including the familiar falafel wraps. These recipes show how you can turn a few simple, economical ingredients into a tasty meal with a stunning combination of flavours.Mona Hamadeh is also the author of Everyday Lebanese Cooking, published by Constable &Robinson .