Product Description

The cuisine of Lebanon is one of the most diverse in the world. With its unique landscapes, from Mediterranean beaches to mountainous pine forests, a wide range of foods are grown to supply the bounty for Lebanese tables. Much of the best of Lebanese cuisine is vegetarian, and since the use of olive oil is so extensive, it is one of the most heart-healthy, cancer-preventing vegetarian diets known.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #132544 in Books
• Published on: 1997-06
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 176 pages

Review
Lebanon is justly famous for its delicious cuisine (much of it vegetarian) arising out of a rich national history of contact with many cultures. From The Tables Of Lebanon is an impressive collection of some of the finest Lebanese dishes that would grace any gourmet's palate. From Eggplant Salad, Swiss Chard in Tahini Sauce, Fava Beans with Coriander, and Spaghetti in Yogurt Sauce to Chick-Peas with Arabic Bread Croutons, Zucchini Omelet, Banana Honey Shake, and Mint Tea, From The Tables Of Lebanon presents a culinary treasure chest of easy to prepare recipes that will delight the eye as they satisfy the appetite. From The Tables Of Lebanon is highly recommended for all ethnic cookbook and vegetarian cookbook collections! -- Midwest Book Review

Customer Reviews

A good resource for middle-eastern cooking (for vegetarians and non-vegetarians too)
As a vegetarian I prefer dishes that are already vegetarian to begin with, rather than having to modify recipes (it doesn't always work out that well), so this book is going to be a staple in my cookbook repertoire. I would highly recommend this to those who love middle-eastern food. The book is a gem.

great! even if you're nto a vegetarian
i lived for many years in the middle east, and i think this is one of the best, concise books that i have ever read on the subject. plus if you're vegetarian, it's just one more bonus. highly recommended!

Wonderful Vegetarian Book
I must first preface that I am not a vegetarian. I am third generation Lebanese-American and love Lebanese food, so people are always sending me cookbooks, and this book was just such a gift. This book has some very good recipies, however, I found some of them incomplete or difficult to follow. Having cooked Lebanese food myself now for a few years, I have been able overcome these difficulties. I highly recommend this books version of Fattoush and it's two Lentil Soup recipies. Those three recipies stand out the most. The food in this cookbook is healthy and very tasty. If you live in an are where fresh produce is readily available here is a book that can help you use it all.