Palestinian-Jordanian restaurateur Salam Dakkak of Bait Maryam has won the Middle East and North Africa's Best Female Chef 2023 award from the World's 50 Best group. All photos: Bait Maryam
Bait Maryam restaurant in JLT specialises in homestyle Levantine dishes, inspired by chef Dakkak's mother, Maryam
The hummus with pine nuts is a must-try dish, says chef Dakkak
The tabbouleh is another must-try
The fatet muskhan is one example of the authentic Palestinian dishes the restaurant prides itself on
Among desserts, the rice pudding comes highly recommended