A rich, comforting porridge-like dessert full of a variety of beans and pulses with tones of Mahlep, cinnamon and cloves and a zesty kick brought together in (an optional) saffron-infused milk. The traditional dessert does require a little preparation in advance and some tender care during the making but is well worth the effort. Often made in bulk and shared and exchanged with neighbours and friends.

Aşure - a sweet, grain and pulse-based desert, said to be the oldest pudding in the world. Often called Noah's pudding this dessert of many ingredients also comes in many guises.

A traditional Ramadan dessert of starch wafers soaked in sweetened milk with rose water and cardamon. A much-loved dish prominent in the holy month of fasting.

A unique, gently spiced-infused dessert of semolina; traditionally given out for holy nights, weddings, funeral & circumcision ceremonies.