April 4 acknowledges the fact that carrots are more than just vegetables eaten by Bugs Bunny... Finally justice has been served! Happy International Carrot Day! In honor of this special day, here's a round up of some of the best carrot creations from the Middle East and North Africa.

1. Couscous

In Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco and Libya, couscous is generally served with vegetables including carrots cooked in a spicy or mild broth or stew

2. Carrot Cake at the Lime Tree Cafe, Dubai

3. Carrot cupcake at Crumbs Egypt

4. Blind Bunny cocktail at The Happy Prince, Beirut

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5. Carrot soup from Seed, Amman

6. Jazarieh

A traditional jam-like dessert made in Lebanon and sold at traditional sweet shops. It's a simple recipe to follow if you're in the mood for some kitchen time.

7. Carrot-Mango smoothie at QiJuices, Lebanon