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Mezze-style nibbles, lamb kofta, jewelled rice, pita bread and kebabs are regional staples in many a country. Courtesy Murrindie Frew
Mezze-style nibbles, lamb kofta, jewelled rice, pita bread and kebabs are regional staples in many a country. Courtesy Murrindie Frew
Disputed dishes: where did hummus, kebabs, mint tea, pita bread and halloumi come from?
Across the Middle East, North Africa and southern Mediterranean, a shared cuisine makes many regional favourites difficult to trace
John Brunton
17 January, 2021