Raha (Turkish Delight)

Raha, also known as Turkish delight or rahat al-hulqum, is a soft, chewy confection made from starch and sugar. It is commonly flavoured with rose water, orange blossom or mastic, and some versions contain nuts. The pieces are usually dusted with powdered sugar or coconut so they do not stick together. In Lebanon, raha is a familiar sweet served to guests alongside coffee, offered during visits and holidays, and often enjoyed tucked inside ka'ak or pressed between plain biscuits. It is sold by the piece. You can find raha on the shelf at Dekenet Al Nes in Baaqline, in the Chouf, a package-free grocery store and solidarity initiative where customers are encouraged to bring their own containers, helping to reduce plastic waste and single-use packaging.