Culture

3 ethical food projects helping victims of conflict in the Middle East

Food is one of the best ways to break down cultural boundaries. Relationships are built…

#Influencers: 5 people inspiring positive change in the Middle East and beyond

These five awe-inspiring change-makers are using their platforms – along with their vision, passion and determination – to empower communities and shape culture in the Middle East and beyond, and we’re so excited to share them with you!

5 traditional Middle Eastern dishes to try at home

With its heady spices, depth of flavours and artful simplicity, it’s not difficult to comprehend the appeal of Middle Eastern food. Food has an irrevocable sense of place, and this can be seen clearly across this region. Below you’ll find a small, concise list which includes a few (of many) iconic dishes which frequently grace family tables across the Levant.

5 spectacular cultural sites in Iran

Iran, once home to one of the most impressive and world-shaping empires in history, is…

Falconry: The UAE’s Most Sacred Sport

To celebrate the 48th anniversary back in December 2019 of the founding of the United…

Introducing… The Souq

Since Pink Jinn began in 2015, we’ve tried to showcase the beauty and complexities of…

Evelyn Naón Ibiza – Scents of the Silk Road

When you think of the Silk Roads, the ancient trading routes between East and West,…

7 essential resources for Arabic students

Arabic is one of the most difficult languages in the world to learn, but with a little bit of help from these 7 awesome resources you’ll be well on your way in no time. Whether you’re learning Modern Standard Arabic or a dialect, written or spoken, subject-specific or conversational Arabic – this list of books, apps and programmes will save you time, effort and stress – hamdullah!

Honey & Co.: A colourful cookbook of food from the Middle East

Honey & Co: Middle Eastern Recipes from Our Kitchen is a cookbook with a colourful narrative, filled with stories of travels in the Middle East and delicious recipes that will make your mouth water.