Testimonials For the Arabian Delights Cookbook: "The food is presented in cultural-culinary menus, with tips and a preparatory timeline for putting on a whole celebratory meal for Eid or Ramadan, or an Arabian dessert party or tea party. That's not to say the recipes can't be appreciated on their own." Bonnie Benwick, Assistant Food Editor, The Washington Post "We had the chicken kebabs from Arabian Delights this weekend. I loved the flavor from the pinch of saffron in the marinade. The aromatic dish was so tasty with such authentic flavor. I also prepared the Sesame Chapati recipe to have with it: delicious." Kathy Kitchens Downie, R.D., Associate Food Editor, Cooking Light http://hubpages.com/hub/Cookbook-Review-Arabian-Delights "You're sure to be delighted by the wonderful recipes in Arabian Delights: Recipes and Princely Entertaining Ideas from the Arabian Peninsula." MG White "With her extensive gourmet cooking experience and fluent knowledge of Arab traditions, Amy Riolo is the perfect person to introduce Americans to the culture and cuisine of the Arabian Peninsula" Tayyibah Taylor, Publisher & Editor-in-Chief, Azizah Magazine  "Amy Riolo's book, Arabian Delights is rich with distinctive, yet easy recipes using readily available ingredients, for both family dinners and elegant events. What is most important to me, is that the book conveys a clear historical perspective of the peoples living on the Arabian Peninsula and the development of their cuisines. Arabian Delights gave me an understanding of Muslims and Islam through its culinary traditions and concepts that I've never had before. Many thanks again."   Dolores Kostelni Author and Host of "The Happy Cook" Radio Program For the Cooking Classes:   Hello Amy - I just wanted to take a moment to say how much I enjoy assisting your class last Friday evening. Actually I enjoyed working with you for the Sicilian class, too, that was held on August 3rd. I really appreciate your teaching style and the background/ history that you provide when it comes to the foods that are being prepared. It is such a nice treat to actually learn cuisine history. No other instructor that I assist provides such good value. I even went to your website this evening and learned more in your "tips" section. Thank you Amy for your generosity in sharing your culinary knowledge with us. It's an honor and a pleasure to work for you. Best Regards, Heidi Virginia Amy Riolo has managed to infuse her passion for cooking an culture into every class. I was easily led into trying new foods and inspired to feel that I too could reproduce these tasty recipes. Her stories and information on personal family recipes, techniques, and menus filled my spirit. I wanted to create memories for my family and friends with these multi-layered jewels of yum! I am looking forward to her cookbooks coming out so that I can have many of Amy’s recipes for successful dining. S. Simonet Maryland   Amy offers interesting class ideas, solid culinary techniques, and an entertaining and educational experience for your students. I believe Amy would make a great addition to your guest chef lineup, filling her classes, and her unusual niche in any cooking school. With her newest book; Arabian Nights, Amy will transport your students across the world to the mysterious lands and culinary experience of the Arabian Peninsula. I have had the pleasure of having Amy Riolo teach classes for me and with me on Moroccan, Italian, Egyptian, and Arabian foods. The students love her easy, friendly manner, her intelligence and wealth of information, her culinary history, techniques, and knowledge of ingredients as well as her fabulous, impressive recipes that are easy to prepare at home. In addition I have attended many of her lectures at embassies in the Washington area to listen to her lecture on the culinary history of many countries. She is a real pro in the kitchen and impressive professional lecturer. The author of 3 cookbooks, and numerous articles in periodicals, Amy is second to none with her knowledge of Moroccan, Italian, Egyptian, and Arabian culinary delights. She specializes in teaching students how to entertain with ease and style using recipes from around the world (which are not usually taught in most cooking schools). She would be a great addition to any cooking school lucky enough to have her. I would be happy to answer any questions about her work. Sheilah Kaufman Cooking teacher, author, lecturer, food editor www.cookingwithsheilah.com baksrk@aol.com For the lectures: What an inspiration you were today, bringing art and cuisine together (since in many people’s minds they are two very different creative processes!) I heard so many warm comments about how much your audience enjoyed your talk, as well as your culinary delights, and you’ll be pleased to know that today’s attendance was the largest yet for our Yemen exhibition. Lisa Lewenz,  Manager- Adult Programs, The Walters Art Museum  Dear Ms. Riolo; Just a short note to let you know that I and my colleagues enjoyed your lecture on the Spices, Foods, and Culture of Egypt the other evening at the Egyptian embassy. The desserts presented were most interesting as well. I look forward to seeing your book on the market in the upcoming months. I wish you success in all of your endeavors. Sincerely, J.S. Washington, DC Hi Amy, I was the first person to meet you at the Ambassador’s series. I was impressed by your presentation and would like to purchase your book when it is published. I will tell other Egyptian friends about you and your prospective book. Keep in touch. N. A. Muncie, IN Dear Ms. Riolo, Just a note to let you know that I thoroughly enjoyed your lecture at the Embassy of Egypt. I learned a lot and look forward to the publication of your book. Thank you. Sincerely, H.K Washington, DC P.S. The desserts were delicious! Greetings! Thank you for last night! It was inspiring. J.F. Washington, DC You're lecture yesterday was terrific and the tasting that followed truly inspired. R.H. Baltimore, MD