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Get to know the chefs who are keeping Palestinian food traditions alive while adding their own creative flair. Some are perfecting old recipes, while others are trying new techniques—but all of them are sharing the flavors of Palestine with the world. Whether cooking at home or in restaurants, these chefs are making sure that Palestinian food remains vibrant and relevant.


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Fadi Kattan

Fadi Kattan

Fadi Kattan, a Franco-Palestinian chef, blends global influences with Palestinian traditions. He launched Fawda Restaurant in 2016 and co-founded Akub …

Reem Kassis

Reem Kassis

Reem Kassis is an award-winning author and advocate for Palestinian and Arab cuisine. A former consultant with degrees from Wharton …

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Reem Assil - Chef

Reem Assil

Reem Assil, a Palestinian-Syrian chef, uses Arab hospitality and food to build community and champion social justice in Oakland.
Salam Daqqaq - Chef

Salam Daqqaq

Chef and the owner of Bait Maryam restaurant in Dubai.
Abu Julia - Chef

Abu Julia

Chef and social media star known for his cooking videos.
Vivien Sansour - Chef

Vivien Sansour

Artist and conservationist who works to preserve heirloom seeds and traditional Palestinian foodways.
Mai Kakish of Almond and Fig - Chef

Mai Kakish of Almond and Fig

Known for her modern Palestinian recipes and culinary workshops.
Abeer Najjar - Chef

Abeer Najjar

Abeer Najjar is a self-taught chef blending her Palestinian roots with Chicago’s multicultural flavors.
Sameh Wadi - Chef

Sameh Wadi

Sameh Wadi is a chef, restaurateur, and spice enthusiast blending global flavors with his Palestinian heritage.
Laila El Haddad - Chef

Laila El Haddad

Journalist, public speaker, and author of three cookbooks focusing on Gazan cuisine.
Rawia Bishara - Chef

Rawia Bishara

Rawia Bishara, chef and cookbook author, shares the vibrant flavors of her Palestinian roots through Brooklyn’s beloved Tanoreen restaurant.
Anan Jardali Zahr - Chef

Anan Jardali Zahr

Anan Zahr, a Palestinian-American chef, preserves her culture through cooking, sharing traditional recipes, and growing native Palestinian seeds.
Sami Tamimi - Chef

Sami Tamimi

Chef, restaurateur, and author of cookbooks such as Falastin and Jerusalem.
Joudie Kalla - Chef

Joudie Kalla

Chef and author of two cookbooks: Palestine on a Plate and Baladi.

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A Life Changing Deal That Took Me to Hebron in Palestine

A Life Changing Deal That Took Me to Hebron in Palestine

By Deema Tamimi

The deal kept my dad alive and opened up a new world of family and heritage for me.

When my mother said to call my brother and sister …

Food: The Gateway to Talking About Palestine

Food: The Gateway to Talking About Palestine

By Deema Tamimi

In 2015 visited the Middle East, spending time traveling and seeing family in Cairo, Amman and Hebron in the West Bank. There were so many things that I wanted …

Qidra, a Dish That Takes You on a Culinary Journey to Hebron in the West Bank

Qidra, a Dish That Takes You on a Culinary Journey to Hebron in the West Bank

By Deema Tamimi

This recipe was originally posted on Medium and has received quite a lot of love over the past year. I was inspired to make this dish and write about …

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