You belong to the most special kind of people if you grew up Arab... and more so if you are Lebanese.
There are certain jokes only you would understand, parenting rules restricted to Arab families, and even snacks that will take you back in time.
And since food is the most important part of our daily lives, we're revisiting dishes and sweets Lebanese homes were incomplete without.
These 12 homemade meals will warm your heart for sure:
1. Fattoush
Some families are willing to ignite World War III over who makes the best fattoush... but this simple salad remains a staple through the centuries.
2. Sambousek
It doesn't matter what the stuffing of these golden jewels is, as long as you've had them as a delicious homemade appetizer for every gathering.
3. Berghol bi banadora
Berghol, the peasant cousin of quinoa, is combined with tomato paste for this classic vegan dish. Pair it with a salad and some onions and you're set.
4. Lentil soup
This soup has made an appearance in your kitchen every winter, all season long.
5. Zaatar w zeit sandwich
As your mom would always tell you before your exams: "Eat zaatar mama, it helps sharpening your memory."
6. Lebanese burger
While there isn't any official name for this type of burgers, the homemade Lebanese version usually comes topped with ketchup, coleslaw, and a whole lot of fries.
7. Mloukhiye
Love it or hate it, no Lebanese - or even Arab - home is complete without it.
8. Mdardra
You may have it hot or cold, with a salad or a bowl of laban, but mdardara will remain an all-season dish.
9. Kabsa
When there's rice, there's a winner dinner.
10. Koussa
No caption necessary.
11. Waraa' Enab
Worth every minute spent rolling them.
12. Lazy cake
Call it "lazy cake" or "biscuit au chocolat," you know you're in for a treat when this beauty goes in the freezer.