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What is Labneh? One of the Middle East’s Best Kept Secrets

Despite it being much more common than people think, we’re often asked ‘what is labneh?’. The long answer is...

What is Sujuk? Meet Your New Favourite Snag

Also known as soudjouk, sucuk, sudzhuk and even soutzouki, sujuk is one of the world’s most delicious and ancient...

What are Lebanese Desserts? 7 Scrumptious Examples

Few cultures can compare to the Lebanese when it comes to desserts, because a big part of traditional Lebanese...

Manoosh Festive Season Opening Hours

The festive season is fast approaching – so here’s an update on our opening times over the holiday period!...

New Manoosh Restaurant Opening In Marrickville

We are extremely proud to say that there is a new Manoosh restaurant opening in Marrickville. This means our...

5 Examples of Lebanese Street Food That You Want Right Now

Street food has been part of Lebanese cuisine for thousands of years and is particularly popular during summer when...

Vegetarian and Vegan Lebanese Food

Traditional Lebanese cuisine has something for everyone, regardless of your taste or diet, so whether you have specific dietary...

Everybody Loves Baklava | The Story of this Delicious Pastry

Whether you are looking to treat yourself, top off a family meal in style or celebrate a special occasion,...

What makes a great Kafta?

Described as everything from a type of meatball to meatloaf on a stick, kafta is perfect as a snack,...

The Secrets of Shawarma

If you like juicy, tender, well-seasoned meat you are in for a real treat, because whether you are looking...

The Story of Haloumi

Known to the Turks as hellim, to the Arabs as hallum and to the Italians as calumi, few cheeses...

Our Famous Baklavas are Now Vegan

Our famous Baklavas are now vegan. If you or your vegan friends were missing out on this delicious treat...

Watch Out!.. Exciting New Menu Coming Soon

We’re very pleased to announce that Manoosh is working on a brand new menu. We’re pretty excited, but we...

The Mighty Mezze

There is no greater symbol of Lebanese culture than the mighty mezze, as not only does it involve eating...

The Secrets of Terrific Tabbouleh

Few dishes are more closely associated with Lebanese culture than tabbouleh and you won’t find a fresher, healthier or...

The Secret of Superb Sambousek

Whether you are a fan of falafel, a lover of lahembajin or a connoisseur of kebbeh, no Lebanese food...

A Look at Modern Lebanese Cuisine

There is no more popular food in the world right now than Lebanese cuisine, so whether you are fiending...

What is Baba Ghanouj?

Also known as baba ghanoosh, baba ghanouj is a type of smoked eggplant dip that has been part of...

New Specials Board | Best in the West

We like to keep things fresh, and have a new specials board featuring Vegan Pizza, Lamb Souvlaki Wrap, and...

Vegan Pepperoni is Here! | Vegan Pizza Inner West

We’re very pleased to announce we are now serving delicious Vegan Pepperoni as part of our range of Vegan...

Lebanese Food – The Spice of Life

To Lebanese people, our spices are far more than just a way to flavour our food – they connect...

Have you Fallen for Falafel?

If you have recently fallen for falafel you are certainly in good company, as this delicious treat has wooed...

Manoosh on the Big Screen

We’ve not reached the bright lights of Hollywood just yet, but Manoosh is now on the big screen at...

Manoosh Delivery Area Expanding

That’s right, due to high demand from other suburbs, we’re expanding our delivery area. If you or anyone you...

The Importance of Olive Oil

Olive oil has been part of Lebanese culture for thousands of years and it has impacted everything from the...

Now You Can Dine in at Manoosh

This month we have opened up the space next door, so our customers now have an awesome place to...

Best Takeaway Restaurant in NSW (and Best Pizza in Sydney?)

Manoosh Pizzeria has won the award for Menulog’s Best Takeaway Restaurant in NSW (last year we took the National...

What is Kebbeh?

To get a real taste of traditional Lebanese food you simply must try kebbeh. Not only is it our...

The Humble Chick Pea

Few foods have played a greater role in human history than the humble chick pea. This versatile legume was...

History of Lebanese food

Food plays a vital role in Lebanese culture. It is one of our greatest loves, it is the key...

The Meaning of Life (Or Lebanese Bread)

The ancient philosopher, Pythagoras, once wrote that “The universe begins with bread.” While this might seem like a pretty...

Zaatar in Cooking

If you have recently fallen in love with zaatar and want to put it on everything, rest assured that...

What is Lahembajin?

Ask any lover of Middle Eastern food about their favourite dish and many will rave on and on about...

Za’atar – A History

Few words will evoke more pride, nostalgia and emotion in a Lebanese person than za’atar. It is the aroma...