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Anissa Helou, a late-blooming culinary star from the Middle East, shares how her journey from reluctant home cook to acclaimed food writer began in her late thirties—and how her new book, “Lebanon: Cooking the Foods of My Homeland,” reveals the soul of southern Lebanon’s resilient cuisine, shaped by conflict and tradition. From bulgur mujadara to stories of displaced cooks, she weaves food as both comfort and cultural diplomacy, championing Middle Eastern flavors as a global bridge. Her path? A spark of joy at a shared meal, a conversation with fellow expats, and a mother’s recipes—perfectly timed for a publisher. Her story proves: passion finds you when you least expect it, and food is the most universal language of all.

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