Resilient Bakers in Gaza Uphold Eid Traditions Amidst Shortages

Despite border closures and soaring prices, Gazan families refuse to let Eid celebrations be dampened, as they creatively adapt their beloved baking traditions.
In the Gaza Strip, where economic hardship and conflict have become the norm, the arrival of the Eid al-Fitr holiday brings a glimmer of hope and a chance for families to come together and uphold cherished traditions. However, the ongoing challenges of border closures and rising prices have made the customary Eid baking a difficult task for many Gazan households.
Despite these obstacles, the resilience and determination of the Gazan people shine through, as women in the territory refuse to let the celebrations be dampened. They have found creative ways to adapt their beloved recipes and continue the time-honored practice of preparing special Eid pastries and sweets.
{{IMAGE_PLACEHOLDER}}Source: Al Jazeera


