SYRIA. Food travels

We were fortunate to visit Syria in 2010, just prior to the civil war, where we documented our food journey, through this ancient country, with its rich history, weaving our way through the Jewish Quarter, the Christian Quarter, and the Muslim Quarter, exploring the vast alleyways, souks (markets) and meeting the locals. We spent much of our days having cups of teas during our time in Damascus and Aleppo, speaking with the local shopkeepers, who then wanted us to meet his wife, his son, and the whole family.

In Syria, bread is not just a part of the meal. It’s a meal within itself and an essential part of every meal. It’s served alongside every dish, ready to be broken by hand and used to scoop up mouthfuls of aromatic stews, tangy dips, and sizzling grilled meats.

In Syria, bread symbolises hospitality and generosity. It’s a sign of respect, shared at every table, from roadside stalls to family homes. Bread signals that mealtime is a social occasion, a time to enjoy the company of family and friends over a satisfying meal.

Khobez is arguably the most well-known Syrian bread. Also referred to as Arabic or pita bread, Khobez is round and flat with a pocket in the center due to the puffing process during baking. It’s ideal for stuffing with the likes of Falafel, Shwarma, and all sorts of other delicious fillings.

Every corner we turned, we saw the fresh bread cooling on car bonnets, cooling racks, and the footpath, before packing up and taking it home. What is interesting to note, is that we never saw a woman or a girl, doing this daily chore.

In the next couple of weeks, we shall be sharing our food journey through Syria with you, showcasing one of the most amazing experiences to date

📍 Syrian Food Journey
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