Hello, I´m chef Ziena

My name is Ziena, and I come from Gaza, Palestine – a place where food is filled with love, tradition, and meaning. Ever since I was a child, the kitchen has been my favorite place. I grew up watching the women in my family cook with heart, and I quickly learned that food is so much more than just something we eat – it’s a way to care for others.

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After moving to Sweden, I took that passion with me and began working professionally as a chef. Over the years, I’ve had the honor of leading several restaurant kitchens, including as head chef at a well-known steakhouse. Alongside the structure and discipline of professional kitchens, I held on to the soul of my Palestinian roots – the spices, the warmth, the generosity that food carries in our culture.

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As my journey continued, I developed a deep interest in health-conscious cooking, and especially in helping people with food sensitivities. That passion led me to specialize in gluten-free and lactose-free cooking, and eventually brought me to Pure Eats in Qatar – a fully gluten- and lactose-free restaurant where I now work as Head Chef. There, I’ve had the joy of creating meals that make a real difference in people’s lives, helping them eat well and feel better.