Recipes and Stories

From Flavors of the Sun: Classic Fattoush
May 03, 2022
As soon as the sun comes out, fattoush starts flying out of the deli. It...
From Flavors of the Sun: Brooklyn Nachos
Jan 11, 2022
January means football season and the big lead up to Super Bowl LVI. Nachos always...
From Flavors of the Sun: Sweet and Spicy Nut Brittle
Dec 03, 2021
One of the best parts of working in this business is that I always have...
From Flavors of the Sun: Mom’s Million-Dollar Salad
Aug 31, 2021
My mother is famous for this salad, which she makes year-round for parties. It is the centerpiece of our annual Memorial Day picnic -- perfect for long holiday weekends like Labor Day, too!
From Flavors of the Sun: Pistachio Cheesecake with Kataifi Crust
Aug 05, 2021
Traditional Brooklyn-style cheesecake is indulgent but so heavy and rich. Blending the cream cheese filling with labneh, a super-thick yogurt product, lightens the batter and gives it a nice tang without losing any of that creamy decadence. This recipe is in the Nutty chapter of Flavors of the Sun. 
salmon kebabs
Jul 01, 2021
When I started this book project in 2017 I expected it to take a year. We're now in 2021 so you do the math. This book is truly a labor of love. From its inception to now, this magical collaboration has finally come to life for me. Growing up with all of these amazing ingredients at our store, I am thrilled to get the chance to share the many recipes and tips I have learned along the way. 
Spring Kafta Kabobs Recipe
May 28, 2021
Spring Kafta Kabobs12 oz lean ground beef12 oz lean ground lamb1 bunch scallions or green...
Our Everyday Roasted Veg
May 10, 2021
6 c peeled and cubed squash, peeled shallots or baby onions, brussels sprouts, whole mini...