Semolina and honey cake

Countless variations of this recipe are found across the Middle East, from Turkey to Egypt and North Africa. There’s a very good reason for this, as it is one of those simple cakes that everyone loves to devour. Try to use demerara sugar as it works particularly well. The syrup of honey and orange-blossom water is typical of the Maghreb, but can be substituted by a less fragrant, less sweet mixture of honey, water and lemon juice. You can also add finely grated lemon zest to the semolina mi