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Hawawshi and Lahma Barda? Mona Zaki’s Not Just a Regular Mom… She’s an Egyptian Mom!
Mona Zaki shared a sweet and relatable moment from her life as a mother. During an interview, she was asked if she takes any food to her daughter, Lilly, when visiting her in the UK.
Her answer? Simple and heartwarming: of course, she does! But it wasn’t just any food she brought.
As any devoted Egyptian mom would, Mona Zaki ensures her daughter enjoys the flavors of home, bringing with her none other than her homemade hawawshi.
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A Taste of Home
For those who might not be familiar, hawawshi is a Egyptian dish, typically made with spiced ground beef or lamb, stuffed inside a pita bread and baked to perfection.
It’s a dish that carries the essence of Egyptian comfort food, often served during family gatherings or as a quick and satisfying meal.
But Here’s the Twist… She Didn’t Just Bring Hawawshi
Just when you thought Mona Zaki couldn’t get any more “regular Egyptian mom,” she adds a surprise twist to her culinary care package.
In addition to hawawshi, she also brings her homemade roast beef! Yes, you read that right, Mona Zaki is not just about classic Egyptian dishes; she’s got that special mom magic when it comes to mixing comfort food with a touch of elegance.
The addition of roast beef, a dish beloved in many Western households, is a perfect example of how Mona seamlessly blends cultures, creating a truly unique and thoughtful spread for her daughter.
Food is a Love Language
Mona Zaki’s food choices to Lilly are a perfect reflection of her deep love and care as an Egyptian mother.
It’s not just about sending food and cooking while there, it’s about sending a piece of home, a taste of Egypt, and a reminder of her love, no matter the distance.
For many Egyptian moms, food is a language of love, and Mona Zaki has clearly mastered it.
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