Margat Bazalya (Iraqi Pea Curry)

Generally speaking, most Iraqi savoury cuisine, or a major part of it anyway, is comprised of basmati rice with some stew.  The variations of stews or “Marag” is as diverse as the regional composition of this ancient piece of land and the options are endless.  You will find stews with vegetables that aren’t your day-to-day…

Iraqi Breakfast Makhlama

I’ve been really into hosting breakfast or brunch gatherings,  it has a casual feel to it (even though it is just as much work if not more of a dinner), but it makes for a great – long – day hanging out with family and friends.  Especially when you have kids, early lunches and breakfast…

Roast in a Bag

This is a very simple and easy recipe for those that want a no fuss weekend lunch or dinner.  The weight of the roast will depend on how many people to feed and the science here is not in the ingredients but in the methodology.  So you can adjust the ingredients as you please but…