Mona Hamadeh; Joudie Kalla 2 Books Collection Set - Non Fiction - Paperback

Titles in This Set:
A Lebanese Feast of Vegetables, Pulses, Herbs and Spices
Palestine on a Plate: Memories from my mother's kitchen

Format: Paperback

Overview:
Two distinct journeys converge in this carefully curated 2-book collection. Mona Hamadeh's A Lebanese Feast of Vegetables, Pulses, Herbs and Spices invites home cooks into a vibrant kitchen where vegetables, pulses, and herbs take center stage, celebrated with simple techniques and bold flavors. From hummus to tabbouleh, from hearty soups to mezze favorites, the book foregrounds plant-forward meals that nourish without fuss. The companion volume, Palestine on a Plate: Memories from my mother's kitchen by Joudie Kalla, pairs evocative family stories with Palestinian favorites, inviting readers to explore a cuisine rooted in home, history and heritage. This paperback set is ideal for readers who want practical recipes alongside cultural context, whether you’re rebuilding a healthy, vegetable-rich repertoire or seeking a comforting, memory-rich cookbook that sparks conversations around family, diaspora, and the tastes of the Levant.

What This Collection Covers:
This collection spans two complementary viewpoints on Levantine cooking. The first book centers on Lebanon’s vegetarian-friendly cuisine—vegetables, pulses, grains, and the fragrant herbs that define the region—presented in approachable, weeknight-friendly formats. The emphasis on plant-forward dishes makes it a perfect fit for vegans and flexitarians seeking depth of flavor without heavy meat reliance. The second book adds a deeply personal layer, weaving memories from a mother’s kitchen with Palestinian dishes that illuminate heritage, family rituals, and traditional techniques passed through generations. Together, the titles offer a practical pathway to a richer Levantine pantry while inviting readers to connect with culture through food. The duo is designed for cooks who want reliable, adaptable recipes and for readers who enjoy food as a gateway to memory and identity.

Book-by-Book Guide:
A Lebanese Feast of Vegetables, Pulses, Herbs and Spices offers a comprehensive tour of Lebanese vegetarian cooking. Mona Hamadeh organizes recipes around the abundance of vegetables, pulses, and aromatic herbs, with sections that move from dips and mezze to soups, salads, and hearty everyday dishes. The book emphasizes pantry-friendly methods that deliver bold, bright flavors without fuss, with notes that accommodate vegan and adaptable substitutions. Readers will appreciate clear steps, practical tips for prep, and generous encouragement to improvise while honoring tradition. It’s not just a cookbook; it’s a celebration of plant-forward cooking that invites readers to experiment, host, and share vibrant Levantine meals at home.

Palestine on a Plate: Memories from my mother's kitchen by Joudie Kalla blends memoir with culinary instruction, inviting readers into a kitchen where memories and flavors mingle. The book centers on Palestinian family dishes and the stories that accompany them, offering approachable, step-by-step guidance so home cooks can recreate authentic flavors. The voice is intimate and welcoming, turning each recipe into a doorway to heritage, diaspora, and belonging. While rooted in Palestinian traditions, the collection speaks to cooks everywhere who want to reconnect with their roots through food, swap stories at the table, and explore how meals can carry memory across generations and borders.

Who This Set Is Perfect For:
This two-book collection is ideal for vegetarians and flexitarians who crave bold Levantine flavors without complexity, as well as readers drawn to cultural food memoirs. It makes a thoughtful gift for foodies, cookbook clubs, and households building a plant-forward repertoire. Parents and teachers seeking diverse, heritage-rich recipes for home cooking will find both practical instruction and meaningful storytelling. The set also suits diaspora households looking to reconnect with Palestinian and Lebanese flavors, as well as casual readers who enjoy warm, memoir-driven narratives alongside their recipes. Together, the titles offer an inviting entry point into a broader Levantine pantry, with room to grow into more experimental cooking.

Key Benefits:

• Two essential Levantine titles in one value-packed collection
• Plant-forward, vegetable- and pulse-centered recipes
• Practical, weeknight-friendly guidance with flexible substitutions
• Warm, memoir-infused storytelling that enriches cooking sessions
• Inclusive for vegans, vegetarians, and readers exploring Middle Eastern flavors
• Accessible entry point for beginners and seasoned home cooks alike

About the Author:
Mona Hamadeh grew up in Lebanon and learned kitchen wisdom from her grandmother, mother, and aunts. She is the author of Everyday Lebanese Cooking and develops approachable, family-oriented recipes that showcase the healthful potential of Lebanese ingredients. Her writing blends clear technique with an infectious enthusiasm for vibrant produce, mezze culture, and the superfoods that are part of the Lebanese culinary tradition. This collection reflects her commitment to making authentic, plant-forward cooking accessible to home cooks while highlighting the warmth of Levantine hospitality. For readers seeking reliable, flavorful Lebanese recipes that honor tradition, Hamadeh offers a trusted voice and a generous kitchen sensibility.

Why You’ll Love This Set:
If you’ve been seeking a practical pathway into Levantine cooking that centers vegetables without sacrificing depth of flavor, this set delivers. You gain a robust Lebanese cookbook focused on vibrant produce alongside a touching Palestinian family-story cookbook that invites memory and conversation to the table. The pairing creates an inviting reading-and-cooking experience: one volume to build a scalable plant-based repertoire, the other to explore heritage through storytelling and accessible recipes. It’s an excellent gift for food lovers, new cooks, or anyone eager to deepen their understanding of Middle Eastern cuisines through approachable, home-kitchen-friendly guidance.

Please Note: The individual books included in this listing will be dispatched as per the original UK ISBN and UK edition cover image shown in the image.