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Palestinian Keffiyeh

From Tradition to Triumph of Michael Rafidi

By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer Palestinian cuisine is a rich reflection of the region’s cultural traditions, emphasizing communal dining and the importance of family. Traditional cooking techniques are central to their culinary heritage, such as slow cooking in earthenware pots, marinating meats with aromatic spices, and baking bread in taboon ovens. Each … Continued

Unfolding Realities: Three Key Developments from the Gaza Conflict

By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer Domestic and external pressures are growing on Netanyahu’s war cabinet to accept the terms of a ceasefire deal being hammered out in Cairo. No one knows how the war in Gaza will end or its ultimate impact on Palestinians, Israelis, and the entire region. Three emerging developments … Continued

The Price of Cultural Identity and Activism

By: Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction In today’s world, many causes are emerging, and taking a stand seems inevitable. Opinions are formed through the media, studies, researching and other sources, sometimes without us even realizing it. . Individuals may find themselves associated with a particular viewpoint merely due to aspects of their identity, ethnicity, or … Continued

5 Arab Inspired Businesses

By: Souria Dabbousi / Arab America Contributing Writer Bringing awareness to the world about Arab culture is one of the missions of all Arab businesses. These brands are in part created to explore, celebrate, and share the Arab culture in a modern and symbolic way. By crafting products inspired by its people and identity ranging … Continued

All You Need to Know About the Palestinian Keffiyeh

BY: Sara Alsayed / Arab America Contributing Writer Worn throughout the Middle East region, the traditional chequered black and white scarf (Keffiyeh) has become a symbol of Palestinian nationalism, and an emblem of resistance and struggle. The keffiyeh is a simple square-meter fabric, traditionally folded diagonally into a triangle and worn draped over the head … Continued

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