Ramadan is a time of tradition, and few names have shaped Egypt&rsquo;s culinary heritage quite like Abla Nazira. In today&rsquo;s episode of Ramadan Rewind with Basma on Nile FM&mdash;airing Sunday to Thursday from 4:30 PM to 4:45 PM&mdash;we revisit how this pioneering woman became the ultimate authority in Egyptian cooking, especially during the holy month.
More Than Just a Cookbook&mdash;A Culinary Revolution
Born in 1902, Nazira Nakula wasn&rsquo;t just a teacher; she was a visionary. After studying culinary arts in England, she returned to Egypt with a mission&mdash;to make cooking accessible, organized, and deeply connected to Egyptian culture. Her teachings shaped generations of home cooks, and her influence is still felt today.
Usul El-Tahi&mdash;The Book That Defined Egyptian Kitchens
In the 1940s, Abla Nazira published Usul El-Tahi (The Basics of Cooking), a groundbreaking guide that went beyond recipes. It provided practical kitchen management tips, meal planning advice, and healthy cooking methods, making it an essential part of every Egyptian home. Even today, the phrase &ldquo;This must be from Abla Nazira&rsquo;s book&rdquo; is a testament to its enduring impact.
From Books to Broadcast: The Voice of Ramadan Cooking
Abla Nazira didn&rsquo;t stop at print&mdash;she took her expertise to the airwaves. Through her popular radio show, she guided families in preparing Ramadan feasts, offering cooking tips, meal suggestions, and a sense of togetherness during the holy month. Her broadcasts became a staple of Ramadan, much like the dishes she helped create.
Abla Nazira&rsquo;s work wasn&rsquo;t just about food&mdash;it was about preserving tradition, promoting generosity, and making cooking an art form. Decades later, her book remains a treasured reference in Egyptian households, and her wisdom continues to inspire new generations of chefs and home cooks alike.
That&rsquo;s it for today&rsquo;s Ramadan Rewind! Tune in tomorrow with Basma as we uncover more stories behind Ramadan&rsquo;s most cherished traditions&mdash;only on Egypt&rsquo;s #1 station Nile FM.
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