Food influencing in times of Gaza

Surviving starvation in war zones, food influencers in the strip are sending a strong message

- SREYA DEB

SHE'S ONLY 11 years' old, but Renad Atallah from Gaza has stolen hearts and won over kitchens across the globe. Giving a run to 'seasoned' food bloggers on social media, Renad came in with her simple mug cakes, Gazan breads and burgers — to pursue her hobby of cooking amidst the threats to her life and those around her. Having grabbed eyeballs on social media across the world in early 2024, her 1.6 million followers have been keeping close tabs on her Instagram profile — holding their breath and praying for another post from the little girl, if only to make sure she survived the day.