@tasteatlas: Manakish at Krikor Bakery 📍Lebanon 🇱🇧 Explore Lebanon: tasteatlas.com/lebanon The Manakish is the heartbeat of the Lebanese morning, but in the mountain village of Baskinta, it is a legacy. Long before modern ovens standardized the process, village life revolved around the communal heat of the bakery. For sixty years, Krikor—a baker of Armenian descent—has been the guardian of this ritual, transforming simple dough into a landmark of regional identity. The mastery lies in the touch. Alongside his wife, Krikor personally handles every stage, from the initial kneading to the precise roll that creates the perfect canvas for toppings. It is a labor-intensive craft where experience dictates the thickness and the brick oven provides the soul, charring the edges while keeping the center soft enough to fold. While the world recognizes the classic Za’atar—a fragrant, earthy blend of wild thyme, sumac, and toasted sesame swirled in olive oil—the Manakish is a versatile vessel. You’ll find versions topped with Akkawi, a salty, unripened cheese that bubbles and stretches under the heat, or Lahm bi Ajeen, where minced meat is pressed into the dough to create a savory, protein-packed fuel. Video: @outwithmaroun

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