{"product_id":"lebanon-a-culinary-celebration-9781526668448","title":"Lebanon: A Culinary Celebration","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn evocative journey through Lebanon with in-depth research and dazzling photography, this tome is full of fascinating insights, cultural history and over 160 sumptuous recipes, and is the only book you will ever need on the country’s cuisine, from a Guild of Food Writers Lifetime Achievement Award–winning author\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eANISSA HELOU IS THE RECIPIENT OF THE GUILD OF FOOD WRITERS LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD 2026\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e“As ever with a book by Anissa Helou, you want to be at her side on the road, while shopping, in the kitchen and at table, to delight in an erudite,  peerless, delightful, culinary tradition. A joy” \u003c\/b\u003e– Jeremy Lee\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e“A meticulous, heartfelt account not only of the rich and diverse cuisines of Lebanon, but of its cooks and artisans, threaded through with childhood memories and fascinating cultural and culinary information. An exceptional cook and a brilliant writer of recipes, Anissa Helou is the perfect chronicler of the food of her homeland. I’ve rarely seen, in a single book, so many recipes I long to make.”\u003c\/b\u003e – Fuchsia Dunlop\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn evocative journey through Lebanon, this tome has over 160 sumptuous recipes, and is the only book you will ever need on the country’s cuisine. Alongside Anissa’s \u003cb\u003eaccompanying stories, memories \u003c\/b\u003eand\u003cb\u003e cultural insights\u003c\/b\u003e, you’ll find\u003cb\u003e techniques \u003c\/b\u003eand \u003cb\u003estaple ingredients \u003c\/b\u003eto make delicious recipes including…\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMEZZE: \u003cb\u003eSavoury Hand Pies\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eSumac Aubergine Spread\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eFalafel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSOUPS \u0026amp; STEWS: \u003cb\u003eLemony Swiss Chard Soup\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eSpinach, Fresh Coriander and Lamb Stew\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGRAINS \u0026amp; LEGUMES: \u003cb\u003eWinter Tabbüleh\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eCannellini Beans, Bulgur Wheat and Greens\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVEGETABLE DISHES \u0026amp; SALADS: \u003cb\u003eFava beans and Swiss Chard with Coriander\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eStuffed \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eAubergine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e Fatteh\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFISH \u0026amp; POULTRY: \u003cb\u003eFish in Tahini Sauce \u003c\/b\u003eand\u003cb\u003e Roast Chicken with Rice and Nuts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMEAT DISHES\u003cb\u003e: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eShawarma \u003c\/b\u003eand\u003cb\u003e Lamb in Yoghurt Sauce\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSWEETS:\u003cb\u003e K’nafeh, Baklawa \u003c\/b\u003eand\u003cb\u003e Date Pastries\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom colourful small plates and ivory dips to luscious stuffed vegetables as well as more elaborate preparations for impressing, this is a comprehensive collection of recipes which make up Lebanon’s rich tradition of cooking,  suitable for any occasion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRenowned chef, teacher and author Anissa Helou is an incredibly experienced, knowledgeable and well-respected authority on the subject, having been a pioneering advocate for Middle Eastern food in the west. Her previous award-winning book \u003ci\u003eFeast\u003c\/i\u003e published to great acclaim, and was chosen by the New Yorker as one of the 10 best cookbooks of the century so far.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"A masterwork from a queen of Middle Eastern cookery. Dip into brilliant dips and salads, learn to love to stuff a vegetable, master spicy fish. Make sure to leave room for puddings. So much you'll want to cook.\" \u003c\/b\u003e– Allan Jenkins\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDetails\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eISBN13: 9781526668448\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormat: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumber of Pages: 368\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdition: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublication Date: 01 Dec 2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublication City, Country: London, United Kingdom\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions (cm): 25.8(H)x21(L)x3.2(W)1500\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight (gm): 1500\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnissa Helou is a chef, food writer and journalist whose work focuses on the cuisines and culinary heritage of the Middle East, the Mediterranean and North Africa. Born in Lebanon to a Syrian father and Lebanese mother, she is the author of numerous award-winning cookbooks, including \u003ci\u003eFeast\u003c\/i\u003e which was chosen by the New Yorker as one of the 10 best cookbooks of the century so far.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eTwitter and Instagram @anissahelou\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eReviews\u003c\/h4\u003eI have known Anissa for just under three decades. Throughout that time I have admired not only her wonderful cooking but also her unwavering dedication to preserving and sharing the rich traditions of Arabic food. Her deep knowledge, meticulous research and genuine love for Lebanese home cooking shine through on every page of \u003ci\u003eLebanon\u003c\/i\u003e a\u003ci\u003e culinary celebration\u003c\/i\u003e – a beautiful journey to the country's rich food and heritage. This is a book to cook from, filled with recipes that are authentic, generous and full of heart. * Sami Tamimi *\u003cbr\u003eAnissa’s books have taken us across the entire Islamic world and back again, but \u003ci\u003eLebanon: Cooking the Foods of my Homeland\u003c\/i\u003e takes us deeper and more personal than ever. I had no idea of the enormous diversity of cooking styles and recipes in Lebanon before I read this book. From the \u003ci\u003eKibbé Pie\u003c\/i\u003e to \u003ci\u003eStuffed vine leaves with lamb chops\u003c\/i\u003e, I can’t wait to throw a dinner party with these recipes. * Michael Zee *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e“A meticulous, heartfelt account not only of the rich and diverse cuisines of Lebanon, but of its cooks and artisans, threaded through with childhood memories and fascinating cultural and culinary information. An exceptional cook and a brilliant writer of recipes, Anissa Helou is the perfect chronicler of the food of her homeland. I’ve rarely seen, in a single book, so many recipes I long to make.”\u003c\/b\u003e * Fuchsia Dunlop *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e“I am continually astonished by the depth of knowledge and generosity that Anissa brings to her work, and \u003ci\u003eLebanon\u003c\/i\u003e is no exception. With her characteristic warmth, Anissa continues bringing to life the richness of a small country that harbours centuries of influence, resilience and cultural exchange. We are incredibly fortunate to have Anissa preserve these traditions in print, gifting us a book that is both beautiful and timeless.”\u003c\/b\u003e * Noor Murad *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Helou's career embodies permeability. Having lived in London, Paris and beyond, she writes as both insider and observer. She documents Saudi culinary heritage, explores Mediterranean street food and returns repeatedly to Lebanese domestic kitchens. 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