Publications
Maria is the author of four cookbooks which were published and distributed in countries worldwide. With the intention of introducing the rich culinary diversity in Middle Eastern cuisines to a western audience, Maria created approachable, delicious and health conscious collections of the best recipes in the region. Two of her cookbooks have garnered international acclaim: The Middle Eastern Cookbook was #1 in the UK and in the Top Ten worldwide and her Mezze Cookbook was the #1 Professional Cookbook in the US in 2007.
The Middle Eastern Cookbook
A fabulous selection of recipes from Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, Syria, the United Arab Emirates, and Yemen Middle Eastern food draws on the exotic tastes of various styles of cooking and combines them in a blend of unusual yet simple tastes for mouthwatering dishes.
Middle Eastern Cookbook
Discover a delightful array of recipes spanning Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, Syria, the United Arab Emirates, and Yemen in the Middle Eastern Cookbook. This collection captures the rich and exotic flavors characteristic of Middle Eastern cuisine, blending various culinary traditions into a harmonious and mouthwatering experience. The recipes combine unusual yet simple ingredients to create dishes that are both tantalizing and easy to prepare, offering a perfect introduction to the diverse tastes of the Middle East.
The Mezze Cookbook
In 'The Mezze Cookbook', you will discover the rich, aromatic flavours of countries where food is an intrinsic part of the culture and the sharing of meals with family and guests is a feature of daily life.
Mezze Modern
A typical Middle Eastern meal starts with mezze. A selection of deliciously healthy and mouthwatering bites is offered as a taster before the main course to tempt and tantalize the taste buds. Mezze Modern includes a variety of cold and hot mezze, salads and pastries from Greece, Turkey, and Lebanon.