HONOURABLE MENTION
Noorelhuda Elgnemi
Grade 7, Beurling Academy
Verdun, Quebec
Title: “Spices of the Middle East”
I took this photo of the spices at the Lebanese store because spices have a lot to say about my heritage. Spices make food special and unique.
From the time of the eighth century, spices have been a part of several different cultures. Since my family is Middle Eastern, we enjoy using a wide range of spices in our cooking. Due to the massive diverse variety of Middle Eastern stores, my family enjoys visiting Saint-Laurent. Cinnamon, cumin, coriander, ginger, cardamom, and black pepper are among some of the spices used in Middle Eastern cooking. The cuisine varies from country to country in the Middle East, but the amount of spices does not. Spices aren't the only thing that represents our food. Olive oil is a staple of Middle Eastern cuisine. It improves the flavour of Middle Eastern dishes while also providing a significant amount of nutritional value. Many traditions and civilizations have inspired Middle Eastern cuisine. When it came to cuisine the Byzantine, Persian, Arab, and Ottoman civilizations were among the most dominant. After all, it is the people that make our food extraordinary. Without a question, Middle Eastern cuisine is one of the most beautiful and exclusive cuisines today.