Community Project: Sanctuary in The Kitchen

“For me cooking is a way to share my culture. I have felt very isolated in the UK and remember times when back home I would cook with my family in Afghanistan. I want to share something positive about Afghanistan. And to learn from others. For me, cooking and sharing food would be a powerful way to do this.” Sanctuary in The Kitchen participant

Sanctuary in the Kitchen is a powerful community-led cooking and cultural exchange project. The project has been running for over three years and includes termly cooking events for members of the UEA sanctuary community. The project recognises the transformative impact that coming together to cook and share a meal can have. Traditions, values and customs are shared through the art of cooking and collective cooking is seen as an opportunity for joy and unity. The project has recently resulted in the creation of a community cookbook called 'Flavours of Sanctuary'.

Flavours of Sanctuary is a special cookbook which includes a collections or recipes and stories that celebrates the diverse and culturally rich international community at UEA and beyond.

The cookbook includes a beautiful selection of mouthwatering recipes from many countries across the world. All recipes have been written by community members . Alongside recipes, you will find intimate memories and stories that describe the significance of each dish.

The project was the result of the passion and vision of University of Sanctuary Intern, Fariha Maleki.

The cook is available to purchase with a suggested donation of £10. If you would like to purchase your own copy please email : m.dutton@uea.ac.uk.