“By the Fig and the Olive”: Ecology, Poetics

“By the Fig and the Olive”: Ecology, Poetics and the Muslim Culinary Tradition. Hello from the USA!

An active role in ecological stewardship is as much a part of the Islamic ethos as recognising, utilizing, and sharing the bounties of the planet. What does our tradition teach us about ecology and how do the culinary and literary arts reflect these teachings?

Join Yvonne Maffei, Chef & Cookbook Author and culinary expert, and Shadab Zeest Hashmi, poet and essayist, as they discuss the topic with a slideshow and share relevant recipes and literary offerings.

Hosted by: Professor John McAuliffe, Author, Co-Director, Centre and a Reader in Modern Literature and Creative Writing, University of Manchester.

Host or Publisher MACFEST - Muslim Arts and Culture Festival.