Everyday, day in and day out, people land on this blog having searched the phrase “What do Syrian Refugees Eat?” This is a bit puzzling to me, because I’ve barely posted on this topic at all, only occasionally to fundraise for Calais Kitchens and Refugee Community Kitchen.
But I’ve long felt I should lead seekers somewhere good, and at last I’ve learned of “Savoring Syria”
a project dedicated to telling the stories of Syrians and Syria through the lens of food. The conflict in Syria has led to the largest humanitarian crisis since World War II. From the yearning for a taste of home to the efforts to preserve intangible yet crucial cultural heritage, these stories access the Syrian diaspora through the universal language of food.
Have a look! It’s full of great stories and recipes and might answer some of the questions you are seeking. There are still many other kinds of stories that need to be told, but I’m looking forward to watching this project grow.
I baked the Barazek celebration sesame biscuits from this site after seeing your post. Took them to a Syrian guy who works in our local chip shop on xmas eve – a lovely moment of connection and positivity. Love your blog, keep em coming.
I’m so glad to hear that, and thank you so much for the positive affirmation 🙂