John Torode's Middle East

A local food expert gives John a tour of Dubai's most authentic Middle Eastern eateries. Later, he makes his own version of a spicy potato cake.

John explores the cuisine in Aswan, a city where the food of the local Nubian people has influenced everyday eating. Then, he makes a dessert called Baklava.

John learns about the Middle Eastern influences found in Malta's food scene. Later, he visits a friend's farm to cook an iconic dish called imam bayildi.

John heads to Alexandria, one of the great cities of the ancient world and still the largest on the Mediterranean. He visits a bustling fish market and a famous bakery.

John samples the traditional cuisine in Bahrain's food markets. Later, he prepares bread in a kebab shop and makes a dish using spiced mined lamb.

John reflects on the diverse and delicious food he has tasted on his Middle Eastern adventure. Then, he makes one final recipe of Egyptian-style falafel.