Blood Ties and Culinary Irony The news of Wassim al Assad's sentence to death, a cousin of Bashar al Assad, brings to mind the long standing reputation of Syrian cuisine as a reflection of its people.
Rich flavors, warm hospitality, and aromatic spices have won over many a food enthusiast.
However, behind these tantalizing dishes and inviting aromas lies a complex web of power struggles, family ties, and the brutal reality of war.