Rob de dattes: the thick, sweet syrup of the oasis

Rob de dattes, also called robb, dibs or date molasses (رُب التمر), is a thick, naturally sweet syrup made by cooking dates and reducing them.

Traditionally the dates are cleaned, cooked in boiling water and then filtered, and the liquid is reduced until it becomes a dark, glossy syrup. In southern Tunisia, around Tozeur, Kébili and Gafsa, it is made from varieties such as Ghars and Deglet Nour.

Rob can be eaten on its own or used in preparations as a natural sweetener. If you would like to know about availability, ask us in the store.