Zeed Pantry

  Rob Shalhoub and Sami Fuleihan met in 2019 while volunteering at a Los Angeles charity event. The guys quickly became close friends because they shared a love of Lebanese food and wine. Sami invited Rob to taste his family’s traditional za’atar mix after receiving a package from Lebanon a few weeks later. Rob’s first inquiry was, “How much would it cost to bring more of this za’atar to Los Angeles?” due to the obvious quality and freshness. Naturally, one inquiry led to another, and the concept of ZEED soon emerged. Sami and Rob are proud to continue their families’ agricultural and artisanal craft traditions, and ZEED is a modern interpretation of ancient Lebanese customs. Sami’s family has been producing cold-pressed olive oil and organic farming for generations in Baasir. Rob’s ancestors made traditional olive oil soap in Douma. As a result, we have decided to use an emblem that represents our roots and leaves, our past and future, as ZEED’s symbol. The first thing that ...

Lebanon is home to some of the finest wild and cultivated produce in the world. As a result, ancient cuisine relies heavily on ingredients from the world. As a result, ancient cuisine relies heavily on ingredients. The character of the raw materials is allowed to shine through simple preparations and subtle spicing. Brilliant pickles, wild spices and flavors, dried products of the soil, tahini, chickpeas, a lot of lemon juice, and top-quality olive oil give Lebanese food its particular personality. You can buy Lebanese food ingredients anywhere. Classics like falafel, shawarma, and hummus are favorites, but most people find the idea of making them at home to be daunting. But it’s not as hard as you think. Understanding what each of these ingredients brings to the table is the key to cooking authentic Lebanese. Sumac The bright red berries of the sumac shrub are harvested, dried, and ground into a fine powder. The bush originated in the Middle East but can be found worldwide, parti...

 Sami and Rob are proud to continue their families’ agricultural and artisanal craft traditions, and ZEED is a modern interpretation of ancient Lebanese customs. Sami’s family has been producing cold-pressed olive oil and organic farming for generations in Basir. Rob’s ancestors made traditional olive oil soap in Douma. As a result, we have decided to use an emblem that represents our roots and leaves, our past and future, as ZEED’s symbol. The taste of Lebanese food evokes a rainbow of sensations, from the sharp, aromatic scent of roasting meat, cinnamon, cumin, and thyme to the clear, energizing flavors of leafy green herbs, zesty lemon, and garlic. The flavorful food was rounded out by bright pops of citrusy sumac, earthy za’atar, and the floral sweetness of desserts laced with golden honey. Shop Now: Shop Lebanese Food The majority of Lebanese dishes are made from basic, easily available in the market, high-quality ingredients that are cooked in simple ways like grilling,...