Sporty Biscotti

This weekend's biscotti has a distinct Middle-Eastern flavour,

in honour of the first UAE team in international cricket.

I started off with the usual classic Italian ingredients,



but then realised the wonderful tangerines are from Morocco,

 and the fat vanilla pods were bought by a colleague in Dubai.

And the sticky dates have been in the fridge far too long.

Hence, Arabic Biscotti.



It will be enjoyed with Arabic coffee (Saudi style) which should not be confused with 

Arabica coffee.

Saudi coffee is a "tea" of saffron, cardamom and a touch of cloves.

Quite an acquired taste, but I will forever associate that heady aroma with life in Riyadh.




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