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Rahma Rekik

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Rahma is an international registered dietitian/nutritionist and a certified yoga instructor. She graduated from Cornell University in New York and finished her dietetic internship at the University of Virginia Medical Center. She is a food lover and has a deep passion for healthy living while being authentic to your heritage. She worked in many countries and loves to recreate traditional food with a healthy twist. She aims to inspire people to live balanced and healthy lives, both physically and mentally - basically the best version of yourself. She loves cooking (obviously), reading, yoga, chocolate, and watching movies.

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    The Famous “Khobz Ch3ir” — Tunisian Barley Bread

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    By Rahma Rekik April 12, 2021

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    Mom’s Orange Cake — Tunisia’s Winter Dessert

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    By Rahma Rekik March 25, 2021

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    Lablabi, One of Tunisia’s Most Popular Street Foods

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60 traditional recipes from the heart of North Africa
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N° 01 · Cookbook

The Authentic Tunisian Cookbook

Sixty recipes, ten chapters — the cuisine the world hasn't tasted yet.

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200+ phrases. 13 chapters. Audio recorded in Tunis.

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