United Arab Emirates, Modern Face of the Middle East. United Arab Emirates, Modern Face of the Middle East.

Mon, Jan 5th 2009, 10:21

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a federation of seven emirates located on a peninsula on the Persian Gulf. (An Emirate is a territory ruled by a hereditary emir, or prince.) Read more

Israeli Cuisine ... Casseroles and more pancakes from Israel

Thu, Jan 24th 2008, 00:00

Cholent is a heavy stew and popular dish served on the Sabbath in traditional Israeli households. Read more

Sephardic Israeli Cuisine

Fri, Jan 18th 2008, 00:00

Sephardic Cuisine of Israel has its roots in the Middle East. Read more

Kosher Food and Jewish Dietary Laws

Wed, Jan 16th 2008, 00:00

Jewish dietary laws, or kashrut, have had a strong influence on traditional Israeli Cuisine. Read more

Bauhaus Architecture in Tel Aviv, Israel

Fri, Jan 11th 2008, 00:00

Tel Aviv enjoys UNESCO World Heritage Status for its Bauhaus architecture. Read more

Jaffa, a fascinating ancient port city in Israel

Wed, Jan 9th 2008, 00:00

Tel Aviv lies alongside the ancient city of Jaffa, which has functioned as a port since the Bronze Age. Read more

Israeli Cuisine ... Sweet Dishes from Israel

Fri, Jan 25th 2008, 00:00

Israel was known as the land of milk and honey to the ancients. With no other sweetners, it is clear why the honey was so popular. Read more

Israeli Cuisine ... Dumplings, dough and Pancakes from Israel

Tue, Jan 22nd 2008, 00:00

Dumplings and Latkes are a favourite in Israel. Read more

Ashkenazic Israeli Cuisine

Thu, Jan 17th 2008, 00:00

In Israel, Ashkenazic Cuisine is the cooking traditions and favoured ingredients from Jews who once settled in eastern or western Europe. Read more

Israeli Cuisine, Food from Israel

Mon, Jan 14th 2008, 00:00

Israel is a true melting pot and Israeli cuisine is a living history of the people who have settled these shores over the aeons. Read more

Tel Aviv ... The Big Orange of Israel!

Thu, Jan 10th 2008, 00:00

Tel Aviv is a thriving vibrant Middle Eastern city. Read more