The Sweets of Araby: Enchanting Recipes from the Tales of the 1001 Arabian Nights

From ancient Baghdad, recipes for, and the stories behind, exotic and unusual treats. Centuries have passed since the time of the The 1001 Arabian Nights, but those classic tales, with their romance, passion, and vibrancy, continue to inspire and ignite imaginations . Within Scheherazade’s brilliant stories for her husband, King Shahryar, we learn of the vibrant life of Baghdad, Damascus, and Cairo in the 9th century as well as of certain key persons and how they functioned in society. Food...