“A love letter to vibrant flavours and joyful eating — Jessica and Rita truly know how to make every meal feel like a glorious celebration!”
Talib Choudhry
Head of Editorial Content, AD Middle East
“This book is a heartwarming representation of power of Levantine cuisine. It stands for history, family, and above all, love. These pages are truly a delight.”
Manuel Arnaut
Editor in Chief of Vogue Arabia
A taste of home
A mother-daughter duo, Rita and Jessica Kahawaty.
With a background in fashion entrepreneurship, social media and philanthropy, the pair joined forces to launch the Mama Rita food brand nationally in September 2020.
Our philosophy? Our food is real, our kitchen is democratic: everyone deserves to come home to a warm, balanced meal cooked with heart.
Mama Rita: Family recipes from the Mediterranean
Hardcover – 4 Sept. 2025
Share the love of home cooking with warming, hearty dishes straight from Mama’s kitchen in this must-have cookbook for beginners and food lovers alike.
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Oriental Rice with Lamb
Our traditional Middle Eastern rice rich in spices, topped with lamb and served with crunchy nuts on the side.
Fresh Fruit Paradise
Inspired by Lebanon’s favourite fruit snack: layers of fruits, avocado & mango purée, topped with soaked nuts.
Original Italian Lasagna
The classic oven-baked lasagna layered with bechamel and bolognese sauce.
Beetroot Hummus
The perfect fresh dip of hummus and beetroot, served with cucumber and carrot sticks.
Quinoa Salad
A rich quinoa salad with pomegranate seeds, avocado, green apple, dried cranberries, roasted hazelnuts and coriander in an olive oil and lemon dressing.
The Original Mloukhiye
A Middle Eastern healthy green vegetable stew served topped with chicken and served with steamed rice.
Mama’s Lebanese Fattoush
Cucumbers, fresh zaatar, lettuce, red pepper, mint, parsley and radish, in a tangy sumac, lemon, olive oil, light garlic dressing.
Grilled Chicken Salad
Full of protein and rich Mediterranean flavors, this healthy salad has it all.
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A household favorite succulent tender beef marinated to perfection. Served with cheddar cheese, sliced pickles, tomatoes, onion, wild rocca, and Mama Rita’s special sauce. Wrapped in whole wheat bread.
Seasoned grilled meatballs and soft potatoes, cooked in a rich tomato sauce, served with onions, potatoes on a bed of rice.
Inspired by Lebanon’s favourite fruit snack: layers of fruits, avocado & mango purée, topped with soaked nuts.
Burgul blended with minced beef and onions with our selection of fresh herbs, spices and nuts. Delicious bite sized kibbeh for one or to share!
A box of 12 pieces of Mama’s reinvented Kunafa, to indulge in with your loved one and satisfy your sweet cravings.
