Kathmandu— Yasser Ayad, a 16-year-old resident of Gaza, is gaining recognition as a talented young chef despite facing immense personal hardship. Before the recent war, Yasser shared a passion for cooking with his parents; however, following the death of his father and the destruction of their home, he resolved to continue his family’s culinary traditions. Amidst widespread devastation and food scarcity, Yasser began creating and sharing cooking videos on social media, quickly becoming known throughout Gaza for his dedication to reviving traditional Palestinian dishes.

A Family Tradition Interrupted

Yasser Ayad's love of cooking stemmed from a close bond with his parents. Cooking together was a cherished pastime before the outbreak of conflict in Gaza. The loss of his father and their home dramatically altered Yasser’s life, but he determined to honor his family’s legacy through food.

Cooking Amidst Crisis

Despite living in a tent and facing severe shortages of food supplies, Yasser persevered with his passion for cooking. He began filming himself preparing meals and posting the videos on social media as a way to cope with the surrounding devastation and maintain a connection to his heritage. His efforts quickly gained traction, establishing him as one of Gaza’s most prominent young culinary figures.

Yasser Ayad continues to share his cooking online, offering a glimpse of Palestinian culture and resilience amidst ongoing hardship.

(With inputs from Al Jazeera)

Originally published on abcnews.com.np.