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Freeke—Palestine’s Wheat Culture and a Recipe from the Land

Late spring marks freeke season in Palestine—when farmers harvest green wheat and smoke it over open fires in a tradition as old as the land itself. This ancient grain, rich in flavor and history, ...

Maqloubeh b’Foul – A Spring Dish Rooted in Palestinian Tradition

Taste spring the Palestinian way with Maqloubeh b’Foul—a comforting upside-down rice dish featuring fresh fava beans, fragrant allspice, and seasonal goodness. Inspired by Almond and Fig, this vega...

Honoring World Biodiversity Day: Why We Do What We Do

This World Biodiversity Day, we’re celebrating the land that sustains us—and the work we do to protect it. Through our nonprofit nature reserve, Mashjar Juthour, we’re conserving native Palestinian...

Ard Khair: Foraged Greens and the Gifts of the Land in Palestine

This spring, we’re celebrating Ard Khair — the goodness of the land — with a look at Palestine’s wild, foraged greens like khubayza, loof, and wara’ al-lisan. These edible plants connect us to our ...

Donate and Support Our Project to Help Women in Palestine Sustain Their Livelihoods

This year, support Palestinian women through Dar al-Turath, our House of Heritage. As prices soar and livelihoods vanish, your donation helps preserve traditional crafts and provide dignified, fair...

Our Campaign to Support Refugee Families in Oregon

Donate a Ramadan Gift Box to a refugee family in Oregon through Pacific Refugee Support Group. Each box brings the flavors of Palestine while supporting artisans.

Preparing for Ramadan with a Traditional Palestinian Dish: Musakhan Chicken

Celebrate Ramadan with Musakhan Chicken, a beloved Palestinian dish of roasted chicken, caramelized onions, and sumac atop olive oil-soaked taboon bread. Perfect for Iftar, it embodies tradition an...

Discover the Bold, Tangy World of Sumac

Tangy and vibrant, sumac is a staple in Palestinian cuisine, especially during Ramadan. From Musakhan to Fattoush, it adds the perfect citrusy kick.  Bring authentic flavors to your table with our ...

What’s So Special About Palestinian Medjool Dates?

Palestinian Medjool dates are rich, juicy, and perfect for Ramadan. Sourced ethically from Palestinian farmers, they’re part of our Ramadan Gift Box—a true taste of tradition.

The Truth About Medjool Dates: Supporting Palestinian Farmers

Support fair trade and ethical consumerism by choosing Palestinian Medjool dates—not those from illegal Israeli settlements. US customers can find them in our Ramadan Gift Box, while Zaytoun ships ...