On Food in Diaspora - With Reem Assil
Join us as we speak with chef Reem Assil about food and the diaspora. We reflect on questions like: What is home for people of the diaspora? How can food traditions shape our families and ourselves? What can we learn from Arab hospitality practices?
Reem Assil is a baker, community organizer, and founder of the Bay Area restaurant group Reems California. She’s the author of the recently released cookbook “Arabiyaa: Recipes from the Life of an Arab in Diaspora.”
This conversation is so rich and a must-listen for anyone interested in how our food, home, and culture shape our lives. Listen in.
You can find Reem Assil on Instagram at @Reem.Assil or @ReemsCalifornia.
Purchase Reem’s new book, “Arabiyaa: Recipes from the Life of an Arab in Diaspora.”
Visit www.reemscalifornia.com to learn more about Reem’s work in the restaurant industry.
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After you've listened to the episode, use these discussion questions to reflect further. Consider discussing them around the table with a friend or two.
How would you describe home?
What are some rhythms or traditions your family/friends have surrounding food?
How has food positively or negatively impacted your well-being?
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