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Sweet Middle East

The award-winning author of Mediterranean Street Food introduces readers to the sweet side of Middle Eastern cuisine with these seventy classic desserts.

The seductive flavors of the Middle East have won over food lovers around the world, but the sweets of the region have remained largely unknown to Western palates—until now. Sweet Middle East, by doyenne of Middle Eastern cooking Anissa Helou, presents seventy classic desserts fragrant with spices, honey, dates, and nuts, and steeped in tradition. From Egyptian Bread Pudding to Turkish Fritters and Crispy Algerian “Crepes,” this is a delectable tour of Middle Eastern treats you won’t want to miss.

Anissa Helou, Linda Pugliese

Anissa Helou is the author of multiple cookbooks, and has been published in Saveur, Food & Wine, the New York Times, and more. She resides in London, England.Linda Pugliese specializes in food, lifestyle, and travel photography. She is based in New York City.

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