Penguin Books Australia

In this inspired collection of recipes, acclaimed cook and restaurateur Abla Amad shares the secrets of Lebanese cooking. Learn how to arrange a traditional mezza spread of kibbee, vine leaves, baba ghannooj and felafel, and how to achieve complex flavours in simple dishes such as casseroles, skewered meats and exotic salads.Discover the secrets of Lebanese bread-making and the sweet delights of Classic Middle eastern desserts.

Go behind the scenes at the famous Abla's Lebanese Restaurant in Carlton, Melbourne, where the saying 'Come eat at my table' - or t'fadalou - guides the preparation of every dish and greeting of every customer, and join Abla's extended family as they share the traditions and pleasures of the table.

Beautifully photographed and complete with a glossary, menus and stories, Abla's Lebanese Kitchen is your invitation into the warm and welcoming world of one of Australia's most respected Lebanese cooks.

'This collection is bursting with vibrant, flavour-packed recipes.'
delicious. Magazine

'Abla Amad welcomes you with open arms to her mezze-laden kitchen. She treats the reader as one of the family and humbly shares treasured recipes from both her home and from her legendary Melbourne restaurant.'
Australian Gourmet Traveller

'An insight into the richly coloured and flavoured world of Lebanese cooking.'
Australian Gourmet Traveller

'This is hearty Lebanese food served with love.'
The Australian