Take a journey into the Cuisine of the Silk Road! Most people are familiar with the Spices of India, Turkey, and other neighboring countries, but have you ever experienced Afghanistan or Pakistani food? If you have, you may long to have it again; if you haven't, you'll love what you find and this is your opportunity to try it! This book combines cuisine and information for the reader to not only make the most well-known exotic dishes of Afghanistan and Pakistan, but also learn about the women who make the food and the traditions around hospitality and home. The book provides easy-to-understand instructions and ingredients that are readily available in stores in the U.S., and has included adaptations for people with common dietary needs (gluten free, kosher, nut allergens, dairy allergies, etc.). All of the recipes included in this book are traditional recipes that have been taught to the author and taste-tested by a Beta Testing Group of people who lived in the region for authenticity, and also Americans for ease of understanding, taste, and readily available ingredients. This book demystifies the cuisine of two countries that are usually known for war. Every book purchased funds women's empowerment initiatives in war-torn regions.