Phoenician Honey Cookies (Biscuits)Edward Park / courtesy Phaidon Press
Finikia
It has been said that the Phoenicians introduced these delicious honey-dipped cookies to the people of Greece.
Palets bretons are oversize cookies that feature butter, and because they’re from Brittany, they’re traditionally made with beurre salé, salted butter.
These cookies are gently sweetened and perfect with a cup of tea.
Serve a thick slice for breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up.
Cannoli and sfogliatelle require complex technique—making them is best left to the professionals. But a galette-inspired variation? That’s a snap to do at home.
Semolina flour and turmeric give this simple cake a sunny hue and nutty flavor.
Kubez bread, a.k.a. kimaaj, is an Arabic flatbread or pita bread. It’s a staple in the Middle East used as an accompaniment for various dishes or as a wrap.
This cake was created from thrift and was supposedly named after its appearance, which reminded people of the muddy Mississippi River bottom.
These decadent brownies feature a sweet, minty topping complemented by a rich dark chocolate ganache and mini chocolate chips for added texture.