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Akullore e Prishtinës

A Kosovar-style stretchy ice cream inspired by dondurma, Akullore e Prishtinës is thickened with salep and lightly chewed with mastic, then scented with vanilla and rosewater. Finished with pistachios and a dusting of cinnamon for aromatic crunch.

🇽🇰 Kosovo$$$

Gaz Bites

Chewy Persian pistachio nougat scented with rosewater and honey, cut into bite‑sized squares.

🇮🇷 Iran$$$

Muzqaymoq

Muzqaymoq is a rich, custard-style Uzbek ice cream scented with saffron, rosewater, and cardamom, finished with crunchy pistachios. Silky, floral, and gently spiced, it’s an elegant dessert for special occasions.

🇺🇿 Uzbekistan$$$

Gibraltar Levanter Meringue

A Gibraltar Levanter–inspired pavlova-style meringue: crisp on the outside, marshmallowy within, scented with lemon and orange blossom, then crowned with lightly sweetened whipped cream, strawberries, and crushed pistachios.

🇬🇮 Gibraltar$$

Qatari Luqaimat bil Fustuq

Qatari Luqaimat bil Fustuq are crisp, airy dumplings scented with cardamom and saffron, fried golden and drenched in rose-kissed date syrup, then finished with crushed pistachios. A festive Gulf dessert, perfect for sharing after an evening meal.

🇶🇦 Qatar$$$

Knefeh

A luxurious Middle Eastern dessert of creamy cheese custard layered with buttery semolina, soaked in fragrant rose and orange-blossom syrup, and topped with crushed pistachios.

🇱🇧 Lebanon$$

Carthage Orange Blossom Cake

A fragrant Tunisian-inspired semolina–almond cake scented with orange blossom water and citrus zest, soaked in a light orange–honey syrup and finished with pistachios and a dusting of powdered sugar.

🇹🇳 Tunisia$$

Saffron Pistachio Bites

Saffron Pistachio Bites are an exotic and elegant dessert, blending the rich flavors of saffron and cardamom with the crunch of pistachios. These bites are perfect for a special occasion or to elevate an afternoon tea.

🇮🇷 Iran$$

Provence Tartufo

Provence Tartufo is a delightful dessert infused with aromatic lavender and crunchy pistachios, enveloped in rich dark chocolate for a luxurious finish.

🇲🇨 Monaco$$$

Gulf Seaweed Pudding

Gulf Seaweed Pudding is a unique dessert blending the fresh taste of seaweed with the rich creaminess of coconut milk, sweetened with sugar and flavored with vanilla, finished with a touch of pistachios for crunch.

🇨🇦 British Columbia, Canada$$

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