Soufra

Soufra (also known as Soufra Kitchen)[1] is a non-governmental catering company founded by Mariam Shaar in the refugee camp in Bourj el Barajneh in Beirut, Lebanon.[2] It employs women in the camp where they attempt to revive traditional Palestinian dishes, sell them via their catering business and a food truck, and earn a livelihood.

Documentary

Soufra was the subject of a documentary of the same name which was directed by Thomas Morgan and executive produced by Susan Sarandon. It released in 2017.[3][4] The film won two awards at the 2018 San Diego International Film Festival including the Audience Award for Best Documentary.[5]

References
  1. Frakes, Nicholas (August 22, 2019). "How Palestinian women's self-sufficiency blossoms in this new garden". Al-Monitor.
  2. Rowley, Melissa Jun. "Why This Venture Philanthropist Is Betting On Women In Lebanon To Lead The World In Social Entrepreneurship". Forbes.
  3. Karydes, Megy. "Soufra Is Serving Up Hope Inside A Beruit Refugee Food Truck". Forbes.
  4. McNary, Dave (June 6, 2017). "Susan Sarandon to Produce Refugee Camp Documentary 'Soufra'".
  5. "Award Winners | San Diego International Film Festival". Retrieved 2020-12-02.


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