The Manoushe is over 1000 years older than Pizza

I bet you didn’t know that this flatbread is older than pizza.That’s right, the manoushe, the iconic flatbread famous in the middle east has been around a long time before its cheese & tomato sauce cousin. In this video we’ll explore the origins of both, what exactly a manoushe is, and why it’s so important that it’s not called a ‘middle eastern pizza’.

Older Than Pizza 00:00
The First Manoushe 01:12
Ancient Flatbread 02:27
What Exactly is a Manoushe 03:58
Root of the Word 07:20

#pizza #manoushe #foodhistory #middleeasterncooking #flatbread #smallbusiness

For the Scientist Audience: Research is our own via various academic and online sources. If you find anything that sounds wrong please just let us know we’re always happy to learn!

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[cakeman]

I just heard of your place for the first time with your #1 rating from OnDeck. I tend to make cast iron pan pizzas at home and rarely ever buy pizza out anymore. But I will be visiting soon to try a Manoushe (and maybe more). I promise not to call it a pizza!

[layzy]

😂😂😂😂😂I said it the same time you did. I knew it was coming. Nailed it! "just don't call it pizza". I can feel the love you have for your culture radiate through this video.

[alexhemp]

I just visited your O my goodnessss will you guys please open in

[moosa]

Phoenicians used their battle shields as a baking tray, cool idea. Love Mana'eesh. Lebanese bakery here in Cape Town im addicted

[robertaschwartz]

Can't wait until we can buy your products in Rochester, NY! In the meantime, congratulations on your delicious food, your successful business, your wonderful family, and your remarkable heritage. I love your food history videos!

[janiceharrison]

You guys are great! Where I come from I guess we called it maneesh! Sam's Bakery in Fall River, MA! I've been a fan for years!

[cathyburkart]

Tried to buy Manaeesh at Wholefoods in Bethesda River Rd & also in Wholefoods in McLean - they have Z & Z spices tho'. Guess it's best to order on line but I have a question - how long do they keep before use? Are they to be refrigerated or put in the freezer. Normally this wouldn't be a problem but both fridge & freezer space is at it's pre Christmas capacity!
Your videos are great. Your bakery & restaurant is a great find. Your family is wonderful. Happy Holy Christmas

[rocko]

Love your food, and love the TMNT reference

[RagingUtai]

My parents are lebanese, though it was the Greeks who first used flat bread with toppings

[tanbir]

ive been eating them for years, but i always called them zaatar, no wonder why the people at the restaurent kind of looked confused but i always got my order right .