Mini-Market Opens in Dhahran
Dhahran now has a new 24-hour Mini-Market located at Mango M-317 operated by Arabian Food Supplies. It opened Friday, October 7th, and carries a full range of convenience items and staples.
Udhailiyah Women's Group Visits a Hofuf Camel Herd
On April 23rd, 2002 twenty-two members of the Udhailiyah Women’s Group were honoured to be invited to visit a private camel herd outside of Hofuf.
Aramco Brat Writes "Sweet Home Alabama"
Douglas J. Eboch, author of the original screenplay for the upcoming feature film Sweet Home Alabama starring Reese Witherspoon, lived in the Aramco Dhahran camp with his parents where he attended 1st through 6th grades (1973 - 1980). The film is scheduled for release by Touchstone Pictures on September 27th.
California Days - Arabian Nights Annuitants' Reunion
The Aramco Annuitant's Reunion was held from August 31 - September 2 in San Diego, California. California Days – Arabian Nights was attended by approximately 650 ExPats.
The Arabs I Know
Wake up America! -- Special interest groups, news media, and money-hungry politicians are duping you into profiling all Arabs as bad Arabs. Often, the news media tell us the polls show Americans support Israelis over Palestinians. Based on what?
The Joy of Golf at Aramco
It is Thursday, August 22, 2002, there is no humidity and a great day for golf. I had just returned from the States the previous Monday and Rich Crum had e-mailed me to play golf on the weekend. I would be subbing for Gary Propernick in their regular foursome on Thursday and Friday. The starting time of 5:15 was not inviting, but with jet-lag, I figured I would be awake early anyway.
Lost City of Gerrha Still Attracts Searchers
The mystery beckons. Clues appear then contradict each other and often themselves. Somewhere beneath the sands of Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province lie the remains of the fabled city of Gerrha. For Rami Kamal, determining their location has been both a dream and source of intellectual stimulation for several years.
Nassi Goreng (Indonesian Baked Rice)
Nassi Goreng (Indonesian Baked Rice)
Barbeque Sauce
Barbeque Sauce
Herb and Honey Sauce for Chicken
Herb and Honey Sauce for Chicken
Effie's Coffee Can Bread
Effie's Coffee Can Bread
Sourdough Starter
Sourdough Starter
Texas Chili
Texas Chili - Al Hasa Cookbook - 1976
Lasagne
Lasagne
Reliving a Memory - George Blakslee
George Warren Blakslee was born July 1921 in Pennsylvania and earned a BA in geology from Penn State University. In 1943, he entered the Army Air Corps and was commission bombardier in 1944. After getting his wings, George's first assignment was to train two squadrons of Chinese cadets at Kirkland Air Base, Albuquerque, New Mexico. Later, he trained for combat in B-17's and B-29's.
Ziggy Zucchini
Dhahran Women's Group, Family Favorites - Volume 1, 1987
Veal Florentine
Cook spinach according to package directions and keep warm. If possible, steam the spinach as it will be easier to drain. Mix together Parmesan cheese, crumbs and seasoning mix with salt. Dip meat in slightly beaten eggs and then in crumb mixture, coating all sides.
Al-Kabsah: Dhahran Women's Group, Family Favorites - Volume 1, 1987
Delicious Arab Rice made with meat such as lamb, chicken or fish. In a deep pan saute the onion in the oil until yellowish. Add half the Bazar, lime and cardamom. Stir a little. Add the meat and stir for 3 to 4 minutes; add salt, tomatoes and stir until they are well distributed.
Beef Tenderloin Curry
Marinate meat with spice powders, salt, pepper and vinegar. Sauté onions, garlic and ginger in shortening. When tender, add tomatoes and cook for a few minutes.
Cranberry Mallow Yams: Dhahran Women's Group, Family Favorites - Volume 1, 1987
Combine flour, brown sugar, oats and cinnamon. Cut in margarine until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Toss 1 cup mixture with yams and cranberries. Place in buttered casserole dish.