Lama Jisr

Lama Jisr is a Syrian chef and food activist who has dedicated her life to preserving and promoting Syrian cuisine. Born in Aleppo, she grew up in a family of cooks and learned the art of traditional Syrian cooking from a young age. Jisr has worked with various organizations to develop cooking programs and workshops that promote Syrian food culture. She is also a vocal advocate for food sovereignty and has spoken at conferences and events around the world. Jisr is based in Damascus, Syria.