Shawarma is a popular fast food in the Middle East. It is made with pita bread or a baguette. Traditionally, shawarma was made with a filling of lamb, but more and more Israeli grill masters have introduced the idea of using thinly sliced chicken, beef, or turkey. At Habayit, an Israeli Style restaurant in Los Angeles, the dish is served with amba sauce or tahini along with hummus as a side dish.
Hummus is the prince charming of Israeli food and is liked by people of all ages. This healthful snack which is high in protein, fiber and good carbs is always high up on the list when sharing food with friends.
Everyone loves hummus, but have you tried other Mediterranean dips like Baba Ganush? It’s freaking amazing. Baba means “dad” in Arabic and Ganush means “spoiled” which refers to someone who is lucky to get spoilt by its smooth, creamy goodness. It is the second most popular Middle Eastern cuisine after hummus which is enjoyed as a dipping appetizer with hints of other flavors such as garlic or lemon.
Kosher foods are those that conform to the Jewish dietary regulations of kashrut (dietary law), primarily derived from Leviticus and Deuteronomy. Many people know about the traditional Jewish foods like Matzah Ball soup, but there are way more dishes that everyone should know about. Here are some exciting and unique kosher foods you need to try.
Falafel is a very popular Middle Eastern “fast food” which is cheap, healthy, satisfying and delicious. It’s a common form of quick and cheap street food and is often served as an appetizer. Los Angeles has dozens of falafel joints to choose from that are all pretty decent. But if you’re looking for that perfect delicious falafels with plenty of interesting sides and fresh salad or pita, Habayit Israeli style restaurant in Santa Monica is the place.