Most hibiscus flowers are edible, but not all. If you live where the variety known as Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa) grows, pick it freely, and make...

Once you’re down with flu, all the standard advice applies: rest, stay warm, drink lots of warm fluids, take something to relieve the symptoms. And...

Rich, sticky dates baked with cheese and nuts, a delicious appetizer or snack.

Make a hearty vegetable tajine for dinner.

It’s officially winter in the Middle East. We’d hoped it would be raining now, but climate change is often evident in blue skies and dry...

November in the Middle East offers a colorful spread of fruit and veg, including some heritage varieties.

A comforting, home-made fruit bread for hard times.

This herbed and spiced fish stew needs only a few minutes of preparation, then half an hour to cook. Use organic vegetables if available. Any...

Make two flavorful, easy dips at one go, with fresh or canned fava beans and chickpeas. We’re fond of eating beans over here at Green...

Life, work and books of Leda Meredith.