Explore the world of Harissa with Samar Merdassi & Mohamed Guinoubi.
This workshop invites you to dive into an ancient Tunisian tradition that combines sustainability with traditional craftsmanship. Passed down from generation to generation, especially from woman to woman, this heritage is more than just a way to preserve food. It's about managing natural resources smartly and consciously. By planning ahead and stocking up, this practice shields you from unpredictable market prices and inflation.
In this hands-on workshop, you'll explore the world of harissa, a key ingredient in Tunisian cuisine. This spicy mixture, famous for centuries, captures the essence of traditional cooking with its rich flavors and versatility. Everything is done by hand in a purely artisanal and sustainable process, from drying the peppers to grinding them. Harissa is more than a condiment; it embodies a local crafts(wo)manship that has stood the test of time, always staying true to nature.
Here's what's on the agenda:
• Welcome and introduction
• Storytelling: the journey of harissa
• Hands-on harissa-making
• Discover conscious consumption and Oula
• Tasting and culinary exploration
• Exploring traditions through the lens of food
• Q&A and wrap-up
bio
Mohamed Guinoubi trained as an IT engineer, but his passion has always been cooking. As a co-founder of El Food Lab, he focuses on rediscovering Tunisia's rich culinary heritage. A self-taught chef and recipe developer, he learned the secrets of Tunisian cooking from his parents and family. He treasures these traditions while seeking out new culinary adventures.
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Samar Merdassi is a versatile artist and designer with a spatial and food design background. She uses her art to explore the connections between sound, food, space, and human interaction. With boui-boui, her design studio in Tunis, she invites reflection on the relationship between nature and culture. She reimagines our connection with food, society, and the environment through interactive meals and edible installations. The studio collaborates with local artisans and emphasizes seasonal ingredients to celebrate Tunisian craftsmanship.
