Amsterdam, Mediamatic Post CS – 1 comment
The Humus Files
Everything about Humus
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17
Oct
2007
19:00 – 23:59 Mediamatic Post CS Oosterdokskade 5 Amsterdam www.mediamatic.net (view on map)
From the back alleys of Cairo to Manhattan delis, humus is perhaps the most celebrated dip from the Middle East and Arab world. Both staple and beloved snack, the origin of this chickpea delicacy is hotly debated: some say the Phoenicians brought chickpeas to the Levant, others claim it was the culinary prowess of the famous 12th century Sultan of Egypt and Syria Salah al-Din (Saladin), who enjoyed experimenting in the kitchen in-between fighting the crusaders, others again argue it is mentioned in the bible. One thing is sure: each country (and even every family!) has its own recipe and variation for humus.
michel and nat
with:
Everything you ever wanted to know about humus, but were afraid to ask? Here was chance!
Our favourite gourmand and foodie, Lebanese chef Michel Yammine, taught us the ins and outs of the art of humus-making.
Michel took us through all the steps from getting the right ingredients to expertly blending them, and garnishing them accordingly. The world of humus opened up, as Michel walked us through culinary anecdotes, historical and local variations of humus, as well as sister dishes such as balila and mesabha. After having learned how to pronounce and prepare it, Michel showed us how to expertly scoop our humus with the required wrist action.
Hosted by curator and humus aficionado Nat Muller.
michel en nat
final result
final touch
humus is made from chickpeas...
... but do you know <a href="www.voyantes.net/blog/?p=225">where the chickpeas grow</a>?