<![CDATA[Sheherazade: Latest News]]> https://www.sheherazadehome.com Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:57:16 +0000 <![CDATA[A Reflection of Syria]]> https://www.sheherazadehome.com/blog/a-reflection-of-syria/ Mon, 29 Feb 2016 01:56:58 +0000 https://www.sheherazadehome.com/blog/a-reflection-of-syria/ I had no idea at the time, but in February 2011 I took what would be my last visit to Syria; the following month, after my return, the Arab Spring had fully bloomed.

I met with what is now only a small group of artisans, largely based in Damascus, to design one-of-a-kind pieces formy clients. Their work, often marked by intricately carved patterns inlaid with mother-of-pearl, has long been a personal favorite.

I was delighted to see their craftsmanship celebrated in the march 2016 issue of Architectural Digest, which highlighted renowned interior designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard’s work on Khloe Kardashian’s California home. He designed a modern take on the traditional Middle Eastern and Moroccan aesthetic, accentedbyside tables inlaid with mother-of-pearl, hanging daybeds, an arched niche and, my favorite, a tented living room with an ornate Levantine mirror.

While the future of Syria is still unknown, I hope articles like this one in AD are a subtle reminder that behind the headlines there are talented people creating extraordinary things.

]]> I had no idea at the time, but in February 2011 I took what would be my last visit to Syria; the following month, after my return, the Arab Spring had fully bloomed.

I met with what is now only a small group of artisans, largely based in Damascus, to design one-of-a-kind pieces formy clients. Their work, often marked by intricately carved patterns inlaid with mother-of-pearl, has long been a personal favorite.

I was delighted to see their craftsmanship celebrated in the march 2016 issue of Architectural Digest, which highlighted renowned interior designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard’s work on Khloe Kardashian’s California home. He designed a modern take on the traditional Middle Eastern and Moroccan aesthetic, accentedbyside tables inlaid with mother-of-pearl, hanging daybeds, an arched niche and, my favorite, a tented living room with an ornate Levantine mirror.

While the future of Syria is still unknown, I hope articles like this one in AD are a subtle reminder that behind the headlines there are talented people creating extraordinary things.

]]> <![CDATA[A VALENTINE’S DAY DESSERT]]> https://www.sheherazadehome.com/blog/a-valentines-day-dessert/ Mon, 08 Feb 2016 01:55:14 +0000 https://www.sheherazadehome.com/blog/a-valentines-day-dessert/ Valentine’s Day is all about love—and sweets. Heart-shaped chocolate boxes fill store shelves,

and restaurants end their romantic set meals with decadent chocolate soufflés or flourless 


chocolate cakes. While chocolate is nice, I think Valentine’s Day is the perfect time for one of my

favorite Moroccan sweets: kaab el ghazal.

More commonly known as cornes de gazelle, or gazelle horns, the almond-based cookies were a

staple of my childhood. My mother was often called on to prepare them, one of her specialties, for

family celebrations, and I would be her sous chef, peeling the boiled almonds before she ground

them into a sweet paste.

You could give your special someone chocolate this holiday, but kaab el ghazal, like love, are

sure to be a welcome surprise.  

Bake your own with this traditional recipe:

                         INGERDIENTS

]]> Valentine’s Day is all about love—and sweets. Heart-shaped chocolate boxes fill store shelves,

and restaurants end their romantic set meals with decadent chocolate soufflés or flourless 


chocolate cakes. While chocolate is nice, I think Valentine’s Day is the perfect time for one of my

favorite Moroccan sweets: kaab el ghazal.

More commonly known as cornes de gazelle, or gazelle horns, the almond-based cookies were a

staple of my childhood. My mother was often called on to prepare them, one of her specialties, for

family celebrations, and I would be her sous chef, peeling the boiled almonds before she ground

them into a sweet paste.

You could give your special someone chocolate this holiday, but kaab el ghazal, like love, are

sure to be a welcome surprise.  

Bake your own with this traditional recipe:

                         INGERDIENTS

]]> <![CDATA[New Journey]]> https://www.sheherazadehome.com/blog/new-journey/ Thu, 24 Dec 2015 00:36:51 +0000 https://www.sheherazadehome.com/blog/new-journey/ Over the past 16 years, my store Sheherazade has allowed me to live my passions of

and design, working with artisans to create and source products that merge Eastern and Western

influences. This past year, I was faced with a decision: pay an increased rent to keep

Sheherazade open or use the opportunity to take it to the next level. Intuitively, I knew the latter

was the right choice.

I spent the last three months traveling to Morocco, Spain, India and Turkey, which sparked my

passion and inspired the new focus for Sheherazade. I am in the process of debuting my very

own collection with the help of talented artisans, who are bringing my signature pieces to life, and

am excited to share them with interior designers, store buyers and the everyday shopper. My goal

with this collection is to help clients create a space that speaks to them and, like my travels, spark

new excitement.

You’ll see this new chapter unfold in our revamped website, which is just the first step on this new

journey. I look forward to having you along as we continue forward.

Olya and Zina collection of pillows.

]]> Over the past 16 years, my store Sheherazade has allowed me to live my passions of

and design, working with artisans to create and source products that merge Eastern and Western

influences. This past year, I was faced with a decision: pay an increased rent to keep

Sheherazade open or use the opportunity to take it to the next level. Intuitively, I knew the latter

was the right choice.

I spent the last three months traveling to Morocco, Spain, India and Turkey, which sparked my

passion and inspired the new focus for Sheherazade. I am in the process of debuting my very

own collection with the help of talented artisans, who are bringing my signature pieces to life, and

am excited to share them with interior designers, store buyers and the everyday shopper. My goal

with this collection is to help clients create a space that speaks to them and, like my travels, spark

new excitement.

You’ll see this new chapter unfold in our revamped website, which is just the first step on this new

journey. I look forward to having you along as we continue forward.

Olya and Zina collection of pillows.

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