food and drink

Sylvia Haddad Pryzant of Damascus, Pa., grew up in Tunis, the capital of Tunisia, and always looked forward to Rosh Hashana, the Jewish New Year. “My mother prepared so many dishes for the holiday,” she says.

Having lived in Tunis for over a year, I considered myself well-versed in the country’s diverse culinary landscape. I have conquered the delicate brik, the hearty lablebi, the spicy ojja, and the beloved kafteji.