Step into Mama’s Kitchen with the launch of its first-ever cookbook with Penguin Random House
The warmth of home-cooked Mediterranean meals is coming to your bookshelf as Mama Rita: Family Recipes from the Mediterranean hits stores this September.
This stunning debut cookbook by beloved mother-daughter duo Jessica and Rita Kahawaty is already being hailed as a must-have kitchen essential; just ask Courteney Cox!
What started as a soul-soothing food delivery service in Dubai has now become a heartfelt cookbook celebrating three generations of family recipes.
Mama Rita is now inviting you into the Kahawatys’ kitchen, where flavour meets tradition and every dish tells a story.
Packed with over 75 delicious, nourishing, and deeply personal recipes, this book is a love letter to Lebanese and Mediterranean cuisine.
Think vibrant Not Soggy Fattoush, comforting Chicken Shawarma, and even Grandma’s Vegetarian Lasagna; dishes that are as full of personality as they are flavour.
What makes Mama Rita so special? It’s not just the food; it’s the family bond, the memories, and the genuine passion behind every dish.
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Shot on location in Lebanon, the book captures the heart of Middle Eastern hospitality, from rustic kitchen tables to sun-drenched courtyards.
Jessica Kahawaty is more than a model and humanitarian with 1.5M Instagram followers; she’s a proud co-founder of Mama Rita, and now a published author.
She’s joined by her mum Rita, the soulful cook behind the brand’s irresistible flavours. Together, they’re sharing the recipes handed down from Rita’s mother, Nahil; recipes that continue to bring people together across continents.
If you’re a kitchen newbie or a seasoned home chef, Mama Rita offers comfort food with a twist; full of tradition, heart, and big, bold Mediterranean flavour.
Ready to impress your dinner guests? This book’s got you.
For further information, visit Mama Rita
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