Dear friends,
Help us sell 100 books to benefit Mariam and her family, still living under unimaginable circumstances in Gaza.
About the book:
The fruit of our collaborative effort is here. We’re thrilled to announce the launch of GAZA ON A PLATE, Mariam’s debut cookbook and a powerful love letter to Palestinian cuisine. Brimming with heartfelt vegan recipes and intimate memories, this book was written from the rubble of Gaza, under dire conditions, and carries a rare kind of spark. It reminds us that liberation isn’t just a dream, but a direction. That we are vessels for Gazan voices. That getting this book onto shelves is an act of care, duty, and solidarity.
Congratulations, @helana2412 (Mariam’s Instagram)
Our goal: 100 books by June 15.
All profits go to Mariam and her family.
There are 5 ways to support. Please consider choosing at least one.
purchase physical book
purchase E-Book
send direct funds to Mariam’s GoFundMe (GFM)
send direct funds to my Venmo (if easier than GFM) and we will send to Mariam
@madisonmordaunt (write Mariam in notes)
share this message with 5-10 foodie friends and loved ones
Finally, if you live in Portland, Oregon, you can show up to our Cookbook Launch event at the gorgeous Foxtrot in the garden in Portland, Oregon on 6/12/25 (6-9pm)
Join us for the launch celebration!
Thursday, 6/12/25 (6-9pm)
Huge thanks to Foxtrot (@foxtrotpdx) for generously offering their creative space — the old Pied Cow, tucked between the trees off Belmont in SE Portland. This iconic spot is the perfect place to gather, share food, and uplift Mariam’s work.
Foxtrot will feature one of GAZA ON A PLATE recipes on the menu all night, plus a special cocktail — with a portion of proceeds benefiting Mariam and her family.
There will be a limited number of physical books available, plus original merch, a DIY craft station where guests can write a note for Mariam, and take a photo to send her love and solidarity. We might even hear from Mariam via a reel.