Gaza Food and Stories

Gaza Food and Stories

Diline Abushaban, Welcome to the FringeProfessional company

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60 minutesTown Hall
A combination of food and storytelling. You will be hosted by Diline, an author and storyteller from Gaza, living in Scotland. Diline will make a popular Gazan recipe while sharing stories about Palestine's culture and cuisine, their role in dealing with the grief, resisting the injustice and keeping deep connection with Palestine. The stories, smells, sounds and finally the taste will make you feel as if you were in Palestine. At the end you'll be excited to go home to make the recipe you learned and tell the stories you heard over and over again. www.FringePalestine.com

About Diline Abushaban, Welcome to the Fringe

Gaza Food and Stories is a 60-minute storytelling and true-life event hosted by Diline Abushaban, an author and storyteller from Gaza living in Scotland, presented by Welcome to the Fringe at Town Hall during Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025. Diline prepares a popular Gazan recipe live while sharing stories about Palestine's culture and cuisine — their role in dealing with grief, resisting injustice and maintaining a deep connection with home. Smell, sound and taste combine to place the audience, momentarily, in Palestine. Tickets are £15 (concession £12). Age guidance: 12+. Contains potentially distressing themes.

Why see this show?

A thoughtfully constructed hour that uses food and personal storytelling to bring Palestinian culture into the room. Diline cooks a real Gazan recipe while she speaks — by the end, you leave with a recipe and stories to carry with you.

Tickets

£15 (12)

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When

Friday 15 August 2025

All performances at 12:00

Duration

60 mins

Cast

1 performers

Festival

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025

Venue
Town Hall

147-149 Portobello High Street

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the show?

The show runs for 60 minutes.

How much do tickets cost?

Tickets are £15, with a concession price of £12.

What is the age guidance?

The show is suitable for ages 12 and over.

Where is the show performed?

The show takes place at Town Hall.

What happens during the show?

Host Diline Abushaban prepares a popular Gazan recipe while sharing stories about Palestine's culture and cuisine, exploring grief, resistance and connection to home.

Are there any content warnings?

The show contains distressing or potentially triggering themes.

About This Performance

Gaza Food and Stories is a events performance at Town Hall during Edinburgh Festival 2025. Running for 60 minutes, this show is part of the world's largest arts festival, bringing together performers and audiences from across the globe.

Experience the magic of live performance at Edinburgh Festival. Each show offers something unique and memorable.

Venue: Town Hall

Town Hall is one of Edinburgh's Festival venues, hosting a variety of performances throughout August. Located in the heart of the city, the venue is accessible by public transport and within walking distance of other Festival locations.

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Booking Information

Ticket Prices: From £15

Age Guidance: 12+

Content Warnings: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes

Book early to avoid disappointment. Popular shows sell out quickly during Edinburgh Festival.

Part of Edinburgh Festival 2025

Edinburgh Festival transforms Scotland's capital into the world's leading cultural destination every August. With thousands of performances across hundreds of venues, the festival offers unparalleled choice for culture lovers.Gaza Food and Stories represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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