Lebanon's unique cultural history came from the many foreign rulers who occupied Lebanon starting with the Ottoman Empire in the 17th century. These foreign powers helped shape the Lebanese cuisine as we know it today.
In our explore Lebanon box, we introduce families and kids to basic information about the country and one of the major Islamic holidays, Eid al-Fitr, a festival celebrated by all Muslims (followers of Islamic religion) around the world at the end of the Ramadan fasting month. Included in the box are 3 popular recipes, and educational materials to learn about the country's geography, history, music, art and language.
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If you prefer to skip the shelf stable ingredients in these recipes due to dietary concerns, choose no mixes. Many of our kits have options for people who prefer gluten free or vegetarian dishes.
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Have additional kids, how about extra LEBANON flag pin and sticker- one for each child? 1 country flag pin 1 country sticker Note - no extra shipping fee when combined with explorer box. otherwise, there is shipping fee based on weight
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(4 servings each)
(pre-measured sauces and spice blends)
(for fresh ingredients)
(explore Lebanon's food traditions and geography, including music, movies & books)
(including cooking videos, blogs, recipes)
(4 servings each)
(pre-measured sauces and spice blends)
(for fresh ingredients)
(explore Lebanon's food traditions and geography, including music, movies & books)
(including cooking videos, blogs, recipes)
These 3 popular Lebanese recipes serve 4 people. Additional spices and sauces or other add ons are available for larger families. Note - Click on recipe mixes for ingredients and nutritional facts.
Shawarma is a Middle Eastern method of slowly pit roasting meat on a rotating skewer. Originally from Ottoman Turkey and made with lamb, today shawarma is also made with chicken, turkey, beef or veal. King of street foods in Lebanon, shawarma is typically topped with pickled onions, cucumbers, tahini, parsley and tomatoes.
Every country has its own version of meatballs, and in Lebanon they call them kafta. The traditional Lebanese kafta is a mix of ground lamb and beef with spices and herbs, but you can make them with just ground beef or ground lamb. Serve them with yogurt sauce with a hint of sumac and it will transport you to the streets of Lebanon.
Stuffed zucchini, or Kousa Mahshi in Arabic, is a popular Lebanese dish during the summer months, when zucchini is at its prime. The traditional way to make kousa mahshi is to hollow out a whole zucchini and stuff it with a spiced meat filling.
Shawarma is a Middle Eastern method of slowly pit roasting meat on a rotating skewer. Originally from Ottoman Turkey and made with lamb, today shawarma is also made with chicken, turkey, beef or veal. King of street foods in Lebanon, shawarma is typically topped with pickled onions, cucumbers, tahini, parsley and tomatoes.
Every country has its own version of meatballs, and in Lebanon they call them kafta. The traditional Lebanese kafta is a mix of ground lamb and beef with spices and herbs, but you can make them with just ground beef or ground lamb. Serve them with yogurt sauce with a hint of sumac and it will transport you to the streets of Lebanon.
Stuffed zucchini, or Kousa Mahshi in Arabic, is a popular Lebanese dish during the summer months, when zucchini is at its prime. The traditional way to make kousa mahshi is to hollow out a whole zucchini and stuff it with a spiced meat filling.
LEBANON, located on the eastern shore of the Mediterranean Sea, is known for its ancient history, rich cuisine, and vibrant cultural heritage. Once home to the Phoenicians, one of the world’s earliest civilizations, Lebanon has long been a crossroads of cultures and religions. From the mountains of the Cedars to the bustling streets of Beirut, it beautifully blends tradition, resilience, and modern Mediterranean charm. Lebanese cuisine is known for its fresh, vibrant flavors, highlighting herbs, citrus, garlic, and olive oil in a variety of colorful, shareable dishes. This kit makes those flavors approachable, even if you have never cooked Lebanese food before.
The recommended age for our explore box is 5 years old or older. All our cooking steps are rated by chef hats for complexity and safely, and there are steps for kids 3 or 4 years old to mix or whisk and still be helpful in the kitchen. Teenagers should be able to prepare the full meal by themselves.
We include organic ingredients whenever possible.It is not guaranteed.
All our dried spices are McCormick sourced quality that will last indefinitely. All our sauces are hot-filled and approved by Cornell Food Tech; they will last indefinitely if it is not opened. We don’t put a best by date because we believe in reducing food waste. If your mixes don’t look fresh, we will replace them right away! We produce a new batch of spice/sauce mixes every few weeks.
Yes, most of our packaging materials are recyclable. Just break down the boxes and recycle accordingly.
Overall rating: 4.383889 / 5 from 1589 reviews.
Explore Lebanon (Family) offers a delightful and educational experience for families, featuring delicious meals, engaging recipes, and informative materials about Lebanese culture and history. While the concept and overall experience are highly praised, some customers have mixed feelings about the ingredients and the kids' box.
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"So far so good. We accidentally used the wrong seasoning packet on our first meal, lol, but it was a great learning experience. So far everything seems easy to follow. I may have more thoughts after a few more boxes."
"We thoroughly enjoyed this Italy kit. It was thoughtfully put together and it makes for a really great few date nights! After doing our first one, we are both looking forward to cooking our next meal from our kitchen together!"
"I provided this to my clients after their cruise to France. They all loved it, and really thought it was unique. They also said that the chicken came out just like the recipe and was so moist and tasty."
"We have gotten all the kits from each country and our family really enjoys them! They're educational, not only for the kids but for us adults as well. The recipes bring us together as we learn facts about different countries, cooking techniques, and trying new food."
"It was such a great experience shopping for the ingredients together as a family and then coming home to cook it together! Such a great learning activity to add to homeschooling. My daughter is 4 and loved this whole experience! She got to learn about Greece too and then eat a dish we personally made. How fun is that!?"
"My 12y made Jamaican Curry. It came out delicious."
"Kids love exploring the world with this subscription. They love cooking the recipes. Instructions are easy to follow, and dishes are delicious! The passport and the flag pins are very exciting for them!"
"We got the apron and the cookbook, which is awesome, but we didn't get the 2 country boxes."
"I got my son the 6 month subscription to start and see how we liked it. So far we have enjoy each month. But all the months we have gotten have been countries from Asia and my son is started getting bored. I wish we would have gotten more of a variety of other countries. Overall we have enjoyed trying new recipes and foods that we wouldn’t have otherwise tried. I definitely would consider renewing our subscription in the future."
"My family and I made Chicken Bulgogi, Namul, and Bidnaetteok. It was all delicious and fun to make. Dak Bulgogi will be a new staple in our household. We love learning about different cultures and culinary experiences."
