The Lebanese cuisine is a cuisine of the sun and a cuisine from the heart’. Its colours reflect the 1001 sunny landscapes and its diversity evokes the abundant Lebanese generosity and hospitality.
The Lebanese gastronomy is a rich mixture of fresh ingredients such as olive oil, herbs, spices, vegetables as well as dairy products, cereals, fishes and meats.
The ‘Mezze’ has made Lebanese Cuisine renowned worldwide. Similar to ‘tapas’ of Spain and ‘antipasto’ of Italy, the mezze is an array of small dishes placed before the guests to create an array of colours, flavours, textures and aromas. The style of the Lebanese table epitomises the social and sharing aspect of Lebanese culture.
The Arak, anise-flavoured liquor, is the national Lebanese alcoholic drink and is usually served with the traditional convivial Lebanese meals. Another Lebanese drink worth savouring is the Lebanese wine, which is now enjoying a worldwide reputation.
Main courses range from a wide variety of Fish and meats usually prepared on the charcoal grill. The family cuisine offers a range of dishes such as stews made in many forms and usually served with vermicelli rice.
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Lebanese people spend much of their leisure time socialising, spending quality time with friends and family, taking part in lively conversations over Lebanese coffee (Kahwah) and eating good food. Lebanese cuisine is a true reflection of the country’s rich and distinctive culture.
The Lebanese dining table epitomises the social and “sharing” aspects intrinsic to the culture. Instead of a traditional three-course meal approach, Lebanese food is served in an array of small dishes, and is aimed not only at feeding diners’ stomachs, but also at entertaining them.
The cuisine of Lebanon epitomises the conventions of the Mediterranean diet. Common Lebanese dishes include an abundance of starches, fruits, vegetables, fresh fish and seafood. Poultry is consumed more often than red meat, and when red meat is used in food preparation, it is usually lamb.
Cultural standards of hospitality and passion for food have established Lebanese cuisine in a class of its own; dining in the Lebanese tradition is a celebration of life, and an invigorating experience.
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