Lebanese cuisine by Andree Maalouf and Karim Haidar adapts to every era

On Sept. 11, 2025, La Cocina libanesa: de Beirut al paladar (Libros Singulares, Alianza Editorial) by Andree Maalouf and Karim Haidar was published in Spain. The release marked a new milestone in the life of a book that has traveled, evolved and been rewritten many times.In mid-August, at the port of the island of Yeu, Maalouf — wife of writer Amin Maalouf — was still signing numerous copies during the Biennale du livre.“In our first book, released in 2007, Karim and I each chose our favorite recipes. Since he is a restaurateur, he included all his family recipes, adjusting and testing them, which is important for a professional to ensure a consistent taste,” she told L’Orient-Le Jour.Each food lover brought a specialty. “For Andree, it’s more about vegetable dishes and pastries; I focus on savory dishes, kebbeh, meats and fish. We sent...