Natural Talents for a Living

Syria sits in the Fertile Crescent, where wheat was first domesticated, and the country’s cuisine is rich with history. You will find distinct regional variations in Syrian cooking, each delicious. Food occupies an important part in the life of all Syrians, and practically all women — young or old, rich or poor — know how to cook, whether they are town dwellers or rural folk. Even for those working outside of their home — without much time to spend in the kitchen — there is a whole network of women who prepare vegetables so that those with little time can prepare traditional family meals quicker.