Tag Archives: Egyptian

Recipe: Campisi Style Salad Dressing

Posted on September 15, 2026 by Burnt My Fingers

Campisi’s is an Italian restaurant in Dallas which, for reasons explained below, my family always assumed was Egyptian. Alex of The Defined Dish claims she’s copied the recipe for their house salad dressing which, though we don’t have the original … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Baba Ganoush with Yoghurt REVISED*

Posted on December 31, 2024 by Burnt My Fingers

I wanted to replicate the wonderfully creamy baba ganoush at Bon Appetit Cafe, my local Mediterranean (actually Egyptian) place. Adding a bit of high quality whole milk yogurt (like this from Argyle Cheese Farmer) may be the solution. The creaminess … Continue reading →

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In praise of mom-and-pop ethnic restaurants

Posted on December 8, 2024 by Burnt My Fingers

Ethnic mom-and-pop restaurants are a treasure. I’m thinking of small places that have been in business for a while, so the proprietors have developed a well-oiled routine which is highly efficient but also entertaining to watch just because it is … Continue reading →

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