Posts tagged rosewater
CUPS OF ARABIA - Yemeni and Lebanese coffee Recipes

In the Arab world, coffee isn't just a morning time ritual, but one for the after-meal occasion. The act of sharing a drink dripped in history ties communities to a rich heritage and one another. Why not try your hand at making your own beverage with ingredients from Mint + Laurel's newest Coffee Break Box

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Why the tradition of rose water is revered across the Arab world

Across the Arab world, rose water is used in a myriad of ways including as a key ingredient in deserts and in many beauty care products and rituals, its antibacterial and antioxidant qualities do wonders for the skin. Our Damask Rose Soap Body Bar is imported from Aleppo, Syria, made with dried rose petals, rose oil, laurel oil and olive oil. Each purchase supports an at-risk artisan community and their families.

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Aleppo Love and Rosewater

It's not too late to place your Aleppo Soap Love Box for your Valentine order for your sweetheart, bestie or co-worker! Every purchase helps rebuild lives in Syria. Also, with Valentine's Day around the corner, we wanted to share a delicious pink drink recipe that's enjoyed throughout the Middle East. Recipe from the Edible Mosaic Cookbook.

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