Zaatar: Essence of Home
Jemima Shafei-Ongu, illustrated Phoebe Zeng
A lyrical story about a child and her grandfather cooking together, sharing beloved traditions and connecting to their rich culture.
A poetic tale of a tender relationship between Jiddo and his granddaughter, whose love and stories weave time, place and memory.
We cook together, Jiddo and me.
We mix zaatar with olive oil.
Our roots run old and deep.
We remember all we are.
Zaatar: Essence of Home is a sweeping and moving story about the ways in which food and traditions connect us to our heritage, across oceans and generations. Includes a rich illustrated glossary and Jiddo’s unique and delicious Zaatar Puffs recipe.
- Release
- Mar-2027
- ISBN
- 9781761182457
- RRP (AUD)
- $24.99
- Pages
- 32
- Format
- Paperback
- Category
- Picture Book
Jemima Shafei-Ongu & Phoebe Zeng
Jemima Shafei-Ongu is a Sydney-based writer, psychologist and teacher who is passionate about picture books and their power to connect readers of all ages.
Phoebe Zeng is a self-taught illustrator and artist born in southern China and now living on Australia’s sunny west coast.
Allen & Unwin
Allen & Unwin is Australia’s leading independent publisher and is the 2023 Publisher of the Year, a title we’ve now held fifteen times. Our lists are unrivalled in scope and quality, our focus on original ideas and voices, and our acclaimed authors and titles amongst Australia’s best.
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