Salaams!

Thanks for joining me!

I’m just a Midwestern gal who fell in love with a tall, dark Libyan who is now my husband. Ten years later, two kids, two cats, and five chickens in (yes!), I’m still aspiring to cook like a Libyan; the way to my husband’s heart!

Truth be told, this blog is also intended to be a bridge between my mother-in-law and me. For the first time ever, she was able to come visit the United States this summer, right before our current president reinstated a ban on travel from Libya to the US. So our time has felt so precious together, and allowed me to see her in action in my very own kitchen. She is a wonder to behold.

I hope you enjoy reading my blog to learn these beautiful recipes, often with accompanying stories. As I am a full-time mom, part-time teacher, and also in school, I will try my best to deliver recipes as I’m able 🙂 If you’re reading this and have a piece of advice to share, a memory from growing up eating these foods, or just want to say hello, please do!

Shokran