Homeland History
Originally settled over 5000 years ago, this city is the capital of modern day Lebanon
What is Beirut?
Nana Rosette was known to have a 24 Karat gold this around her neck at all times for her arguileh, which she even smoked in the shower!
What is a mouthpiece?
The origins of this Deraney staple chickpea dish was the topic of a lawsuit between the countries of Lebanon and Israel. It it rumored to have been used as toothpaste, in a pinch.
What is Hummus?
Georgette and Henry went on this many dates before Henry asked for her hand in marriage.
What is one?
This stemmed waterpipe, also called an arguileh, is used for smoking flavored tobacco.
What is a hookah?
This Deraney Doctor used to have other Deraneys sit in his waiting room to make it look busy when he was taking patients.
Who is Maurice Deraney?
This vegetarian dish comes wrapped in pita bread as a sandwich or sometimes simply dipped in tahini.
What is falafel?
Post dinner, with cigarette in mouth, Henry would often fall asleep playing this game and wake up quickly enough to recover and advance to the next level
What is Tetris?
On November 22nd of this year, Lebanon declared independence from France
What is 1943?
This Deraney musician auditioned for the legendary rock band, KISS.
Who is Ritche Deraney?
While it may look like a golf ball Daniel Deraney fished out of a swamp, this delicious ground lamb ball has been known to dry up if overcooked.
What is kibbe?
This dish is made by soft boiling two eggs, scooping them out, chopped up and mixed with salt, pepper and garlic and placed over buttered toast.
What is Jiddo Style Eggs?
This ancient Semitic civilization, responsible for inventing the alphabet, resided in what is now modern day Lebanon
Who are the Phoenicians?
This Deraney actor has appeared in multiple television shows and films including the Walking Dead, Power Rangers and He-Man
Who is Christopher/Chris Deraney?
No, those aren’t Jiddo’s toes! These tiny lamb and beef sausages are flambéed with lemon, and pack a flavorful punch.
What is makanek?
An avid fan, Georgette never missed a game from this beloved sports team.
Who are the New York Yankees?
This Beirut born celebrity is best known as the lead vocalist for American heavy metal band System of a Down
Who is Serj Tankian?
This Deraney was known to the US government for having flown an American flag at his home in Lebanon as a child?
Who is Ed (Uncle Ed) Deraney?
This distilled Lebanese spirit from the anise family has been known to inspire many Deraney events, but be careful - it is 40% ABV!
What is arak?
Every year in this month, bright red roses would bloom over the archway behind 19 Sell Place, marking Henry and Georgette's anniversary.
What is June?