Why Manakish deserves more attention

Manakish rarely gets the international recognition it deserves. The nutty and sesame-forward complexity is genuine, not simple, and the technique involved in using seven-spice baharat blend correctly takes real skill.

the cuisine shares roots with the broader Levantine tradition. I encountered it first in a mezze spread for a large gathering and that context helped me understand it properly. strong cardamom coffee is the natural accompaniment and the combination makes the case for the dish. If you haven't explored this cuisine seriously, Manakish is the dish to start with.