Bake kleicha
Choose a recipe for Iraqi kleicha, fill the cookies together and each create your own folded pattern around the edges.
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A date with a touch of Iraq.
Learn about Iraqi dishes, music and craftsmanship together through activities at home and digital collections. These ideas do not assume travel.
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Listen to maqam
Listen to a recording of Iraqi maqam together and each choose an instrument or vocal moment that stays with you.
Al-naoor on paper
Explore how Iraq's al-naoor waterwheels work and build a simple rotating paper model together.
Dates in three combinations
Taste dates together with three different small additions and decide which combination you would serve with coffee or tea.
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