Claudia Roden
Claudia Roden is an Egyptian-born author and culinary expert who has significantly influenced Western perceptions of Middle Eastern cuisine.
Raised in Cairo and educated in Paris and London, she began her career as a painter before turning to food writing.
Her groundbreaking book, A Book of Middle Eastern Food (1968), introduced readers to exotic and wholesome dishes from the region.
Roden's approach combines personal experience with historical and social context, making her work both informative and engaging.
She has received critical acclaim for her contributions to culinary literature, including a BBC television series and the prestigious Glenfiddich Trophy in 1992.
