Wafa Shami

Wafa Shami is a food blogger and children’s book author. She describes herself as “a humanist, feminist, and a mother who is passionate about food and loves to cook and share with others.” Wafa grew up in Ramallah, Palestine and moved to the US where she graduated with a Masters in International Studies. Before launching Palestine in a Dish, she spent several years working with nonprofits, including the American Friends Service Committee.

Green Almonds in Ramallah

Green Almonds in Ramallah

Palestinian-Californian cook and author Wafa Shami ecstatically recalls the youthful joy of eating green almonds.

15 APRIL 2022 • By Wafa Shami
Wafa Shami’s Palestinian Mulukhiyah

Wafa Shami’s Palestinian Mulukhiyah

The food blogger who launched Palestine in a Dish gives us some background on the wonderful green herbalicious...

25 JULY 2021 • By Wafa Shami
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