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My Story

Who is Siham Costantine?

"Gluten-Free Feasts: A Taste of Lebanon and the World"
Hello! Let me introduce myself to you. My name is Siham Costantine, and for over 25 years, I have been living with Celiac Disease. It's been a journey filled with challenges, glimpses of triumph, pain and perseverance. Even after following a strict gluten-free diet for so long, there are still tough days. But through it all, I’ve learned to savor the good ones, to cherish the times of comfort, and to find joy in the art of creating delicious food that brings people together.
One of the things I missed most in the early days of my diagnosis was the food that reminded me of home—particularly the vibrant, flavorful Lebanese and Middle Eastern dishes that are at the heart of our family’s heritage. Growing up, my mother was an exceptional cook, and our gatherings were always celebrated around a table overflowing with love and abundance. When I was diagnosed with Celiac, it was hard for her to see me unable to enjoy the foods that had always brought us so much happiness.
But I wasn’t ready to give up the tastes I loved. Driven by my passion for cooking and baking, I dove into the world of gluten-free flours, experimenting tirelessly to create my own blends and adapt our traditional recipes. My kitchen became my lab, a place of constant innovation, breakthroughs, and failures! I turned my focus to perfecting Arabic desserts like Halawat el Jibn, Maamoul, Barazek, Namoura, Sfouf, and more. These treasured treats became the centerpiece of my kitchen experiments.
In early 2024, I decided it was time to gather all my recipes in one place, and I began writing my first gluten-free cookbook. This book is the culmination of years of dedication, love, and a desire to prove that gluten-free food can be just as delicious and fulfilling as anything else. Whether it’s savory dishes or sweet desserts, with patience and understanding, you’ll find that gluten-free baking and cooking can bring so much joy.

Book Content

Section 1: Lebanese & Mediterranean Platters

Behind Every Recipe, a Story Worth Sharing!

Sambousek

Fatayer

Shish Barak

Lahm B'Ajeen

Tabbouleh with Quinoa

Kibbeh with Quinoa

Kibbeh with Brown Rice

Pumpkin Kibbeh

Za'atar Mix

Manoucheh

Ten-Bean Soup

Lebanese Ima Soup

Tomato Soup

Village Lentil Soup

Lentil Potato Soup

Chicken Vermicelli Soup

Mediterranean Quinoa Soup

Tomato, Leeks, & Rosemary Quiche

Gnocchi with Pesto Sauce

Eggplant Parmigiana

French Onion Galette

Lasagna

Pain Au Lait

Pita Bread

Hot Water Dough Bread

Buckwheat Baguettes

Beetroot Bread

Quinoa Bread

Hamburger Buns

Pumpkin Bread

White Loaf Bread

Christmas Corn Bread

Mozzarella Sticks

Pizza

Chicken with Artichoke Hearts

Almond Crusted Fish

Fresh Spring Rolls

Salmon Cakes

Seafood Tartlets

Section 3: International Desserts

The Desserts Come to Life, One Photo at a Time!

Almond Orange Cake

Almond Berries Cake

Blueberry Muffins

Coconut Macaroons

Lemon Poppy Seed Cake

Sablé Cookies

Chocolate Almond Polenta Cake

Lazy Cake

Baci di Dama

Chocolate Mendiants

Bûche de Noël

Christmas Cake

Dates Balls

Red Velvet Cupcakes

Fruit Tarte

Pound Cake

Upside Down Nectarine Cake

Cheese Cake

Granola Bars

Chocolate Pecan Pie

Banana Walnut Cake

Muesli Mix

Chocolate Caramel Cupcakes

Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

Ginger Golden Syrup Cake

Clementine Cake

Day & Night Cake

Coconut Cake

Brownies

Chocolate Cake

Honey Banana Cupcakes

Sticky Toffee Pudding

Buckwheat Pancakes

Carrot Cake

Clafoutis