Summary
Samira Touman, a 60-year-old woman in Gaza, is making traditional cookies for Eid despite difficulties caused by war and shortages. The conflict has made ingredients expensive and cooking conditions challenging, but she continues to bake with her family to keep the festival traditions alive.
Key Facts
- Samira Touman lives in northern Gaza and is preparing for Eid, an important Muslim festival.
- She faces challenges due to the high cost of ingredients like flour and sugar, which rose after border closures.
- The family uses wood fire for baking because there is a shortage of cooking gas.
- They bake cookies not only for themselves but also fulfill extra orders from neighbors.
- The region has been affected by conflict, including military actions by Israel.
- Samira used to run a home-based baking business but lost her resources during the conflict.
- Despite the difficulties, Samira continues baking to maintain festival traditions.
