This document provides an overview of the chapters in a book that explores the origins of falafel through an examination of ancient Middle Eastern food cultures and trade routes. The book traces falafel's journey from the ancient world to becoming a global street food and gourmet delicacy. It investigates the ongoing debate around falafel's primary ingredients and the claims of different regions in the Middle East to be the birthplace of falafel. The goal is to unravel the mystery behind this ubiquitous dish and understand how it has shaped cultural identities over centuries.