Food & Drink in Damascus

Nibble on Nutty Barazek

Food & Drink

Prepare your taste buds for Barazek, the crispy sesame and pistachio cookies that'll make you go 'Oh, snap!' These thin discs of joy are the perfect companion to a hot cup of tea. Crunchy on the outside, tender on the inside, and just the right amount of nutty!

Get Fruity with Muhammara

Food & Drink

Dip, spread, and scoop your way into the smoky flavor of Muhammara, the red pepper and walnut dip that’s as addictive as it is colorful. It's spicy, it's sweet, and it's calling your name for a dance on pita bread!

Succumb to Sweets with Halawet el-Jibn

Food & Drink

It's cheesy, it's sweet, and it's utterly divine! Halawet el-Jibn is the sweet cheese roll stuffed with clotted cream and sprinkled with crushed pistachios, glistening with a drizzle of sugar syrup. Your sweet tooth will sing praises!

Dive into Delectable Kibbeh

Food & Drink

Ready to sink your teeth into Syria's national dish? Kibbeh's the name, and scrumptious is the game – think golden-brown, egg-shaped beauties with a crunchy shell made of bulgur wheat, encasing a juicy minced meat and pine nuts heart. It's a mezze must-have and a taste of true Syrian culture!

Slurp Some Shorabet 'Adas

Food & Drink

When in Damascus, sipping on some Shorabet 'Adas is like giving your soul a warm hug. It's a lentil soup that's hearty, healthy, and oh-so-heavenly. Seasoned with a squeeze of lemon and a sprinkle of crispy pita croutons, you're in for a belly-warming treat!