Can you tell our readers about yourself, where are you from, where do you live?
I’m 24 years old from California. I was born in Algeria but grew up here in Southern California.
Can you tell us about your blog, how long have you been blogging and what inspired you to start a food blog?
My mom has and will always be my biggest inspiration. She always cooks the best meals and bakes the best desserts. I always wanted to be like her when I was young so when I finished college, I decided to start picking up on her recipes and making my own and that’s when I started to realize why she enjoyed it so much.
What do you like the most about blogging?
It’s a great creative outlet and allows me to express myself.
What is your biggest challenge as a blogger?
Honestly, it’s so hard to create content and sometimes websites like Instagram don’t allow everybody to see your creations that you put time and effort into because of specific algorithms.
What is your favorite Middle-Eastern dish?
It would have to be kabsa. The rice and chicken are full of flavor. I will have to put up a recipe for that soon!
Name 3 ingredients you love using in your dishes
I always love incorporating olive oil into everything. I also love lemon zest and paprika.
Give your Top 3 Food blogs that inspire you the most
Spiced.Nice
Freutcake
Fufuinthekitchen
What’s your favorite recipe from your blog?
My favorite recipe from my blog is the chicken corn tortilla soup. It has a combination of so many delicious flavors and the crisp of the tortilla on top adds a wonderful touch. And not to mention, it’s so easy to make!
What’s the one kitchen tool you could not live without?
I can’t live without my KitchenAid hand mixer. Best thing ever and such great quality.
The best piece of advice or tips you would give for people who want to learn how to cook.
I say practice makes perfect. Cooking in small quantities and testing spice amounts is how I started and was a way to make sure I didn’t over salt or over spice my dishes.
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