In Syrian culture, food is a central element of social and family life.Syrian food has a rich reputation throughout the Middle East due to its history and various dishes. Here are some of the dishes you should try when you visit Syria.
Warning: it’s hard not to get addicted!
Have you ever imagined that we stuff meat with more meat?Well, it works!
Kibbeh is made from a mixture of bulgur(cracked whole grain famous in Middle Eastern cousins, used in Syrian food, you can read more about the top ingredients of Syrian food) coupled with, minced meat, nuts, and onion. finally, Kibbeh may be layered and cooked on a tray, deep-fried, grilled, or served raw.Ask Syria Scope Travel’s guide about the many types of Kibbeh.
There is nothing like Yabrak!
This dish is more than just food, it is a symbol of tradition as well as hospitality in Syrian food. The Syrian harvest the grape leaves in the spring and early summer then boiled with water, next stuffed with rice and minced meat. Finally, a broth of lemon juice is poured over the top and cooked. so, If you are planning to visit Syria don’t miss the opportunity to try this beloved dish.
Meat lovers unite! Then, come try one of the best dishes to try in Syria
A unique highly recommended Syrian dish made of a thin slice of lamb stuffed with rice and meat. also, Basmashkat is a testament to the Syrian way of transforming very few ingredients into a feast that delights the senses.Moreover, preparing and sharing meals like Basmashkat during special occasions and family gatherings is an expression of love and generosity.
If you like the Smokey flavor this dish is for you. Mutabal the traditional eggplant dip, is sure to impress with its creamy texture and it’s served as an appetizer or side dish, as well as, it is a staple at nearly every lunch table in Syrian food. What’s more, Did I mention that Mutabal is naturally vegetarian? But everyone else will love it!
It is a delectable Syrian dessert. It is the perfect blend of chewy cheese dough, creamy Ashta filling, and aromatic sweetness from rose water syrup, then, topped with crushed pistachios. You must give it a try!
It is a warm, high-protein, and delicious breakfast dish, which combines layers of crispy bread, creamy hummus, and chickpeas with yogurt-tahini sauce, in addition, to a variety of toppings.In like manner, The Fatteh is the perfect dish to start your day with. You ought to give it a shot.
A famous street food, a lot of visitors ask Syria Scope Travel’s guide why shawarma tastes 10× in Syria.The secret of Syrian shawarma is not only, the expertly marinated and perfectly cooked meat, but also the Toum( creamy, garlicky sauce) plays a major role in the extraordinary taste. Don’t miss it out!
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Josh 2024-06-23 Lulu was our tour guide in Damascus in October 2022 and she was the best guide we could‘ve hopefully for! We had a tight schedule so we asked to see as much as possible, which she happily obliged to. She has a very interesting background, knowing every last bit of the city, its culture, history and food! She speaks multiple languages, including Japanese (!) and was just a fantastic guide to have. 10/10 would recommend. Samantha Echeverria 2024-06-23 An extraordinary and humbling experience. From start to finish the whole experience was an adventure, learning of the Syrians deep history gives a great insight to their collective strength and dedication to their culture. To walk the same footsteps as mentioned in the Bible and Quran is profound and indescribable. Overall I was incredibly humbled by my experience in Syria. Thank you again for the experience of a lifetime, and I look forward to coming back to Syria soon 🤲🏼 Per Sommer 2024-05-31 Jeg rejste tre dage sammen med Tambi i det nordlige Syrien. Det var en uforglemmelig oplevelse. Sammen besøgte vi Homes, Krak de Chevaliers, Maloula, Aleppo, Arward Island og Apamea. Ikke bare er Tambi blevet en god ven, men han har også en kæmpe viden om de steder, som vi besøgte. Et af højdepunkterne var også at være på besøg hos Tambi i hans lejlighed og møde hans kone. Her fik vi te, kager og en god snak om oplevelserne under den lange krige. Jeg kan kun give Tambi mine varmeste anbefalinger. Marco Arenas 2024-05-31 I was in Syria a few years ago doing a little tour with Ayoub and the experience was amazing, Ayoub and his team were marvelous guides all around the country, making the most of the trip. Their service is amazing. I highly recommend Ayoub because he is reliable and well-organized. I am looking forward to coming back to Syria! Junaidi 2024-05-21 I recently had the pleasure of exploring Syria with Tambee as our tour guide, and I can't recommend him highly enough. Tambee’s deep knowledge of Syria's rich history and culture brought every site we visited to life. His passion for the country was evident in the way he shared stories and historical insights, making the experience both educational and enjoyable. Tambee’s professionalism and attentiveness were remarkable. He ensured our group felt safe and comfortable at all times, handling all logistics seamlessly. His ability to navigate the complexities of travel in Syria, combined with his warm and friendly demeanor, made our journey both smooth and memorable. What I really love is his knowledge of Islamic History. The way he told me the History of Islam while we are standing on the historical site itself just gave me goosebumps. He can make the history comes to life. In summary, Tambee is an exceptional tour guide whose expertise and dedication significantly enhanced our Syrian adventure. If you're planning a trip to Syria, do yourself a favor and contact Tambee. You won't be disappointed! Joel Lara 2024-05-20 Everything on the tour was amazing. Whatever you need to feel comfortable, they will go out of their way to make sure you feel okay. Tambi was our tour guide and I honestly would not have switched anything about it. He is one of the best tour guides I’ve ever met. Someone that is really passionate about sharing the past, present and future of Syria. You need to book your trip to Syria as soon as possible. There is so much history to be seen in this country. Do yourself a favor and don’t listen to what western media would say about this country. Saying it’s all about terrorism and dangerous, that’s a HUGE lie, go see for yourself how kind and loving those people in Syria are. As for the war in Israel, it feels really safe in Syria. You going there gives people hope for a better future. Visa costs depend on nationality. As a US citizen my Visa was pretty costly 220$. It was WORTH IT! Cymbie Lumbao 2024-05-20 Syria was definitely on our list of country to visit. It exceeded our expectations! Syrians are the most hospitable and warmest people we have ever met. The history is amazing! Tambee is our tour guide and Tayseer is our driver. They are the best! Tambee is very passionate about his country and their history. We felt really safe and well taken care of. We would definitely visit again. We went in for a tour of Syria and came out with a lifelong Syrian friends! 🙏🏽🇸🇾 thank you for a wonderful experience! Shukran! Rahul Mudumba 2024-05-19 Tambee was fantastic, and made sure I had an incredible trip! Filippo Volpato 2024-05-18 Tambee was the most exquisite guide we could have ever wanted. Always attentive, extremely knowledgeable and open to adjust the itinerary based on your interests (expect surprises for you!). Hopefully we will be back to this beautiful country, that Tambee made us fall in love with. Michael Van Arragon 2024-05-18 Ask for Tambee! There is so much to learn about the history and future of our shared humanity in this important and beautiful country. I travelled 10 days across a large part of Syria and wish I could've stayed. Tambee who emphasizes the "intangible" is a talented and enthusiastic story teller with an amazing personal connection to the people and culture. He will help you come away with a big picture appreciation of everything youre seeing and with a specialist's attention to detail; help you deepen your own sense of what is happening today in the region. These are some seriously friendly people- a visit to Syria like this one is so special.
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Ayoub Al Smadi
Ayoub boasts over five years of tour guiding and tour operator expertise. he has a master’s degree in planning and managing sustainable tourism development, and his cheerful, vibrant personality makes every moment with him fly by unnoticed.
