Cultural Evening Honoring the Nation’s Culinary HeritageAs part of its ongoing commitment to showcasing Algeria’s rich cultural diversity and strengthening its global presence, the National Agency for Publishing and Advertising (ANEP), in collaboration with the communications agency Haizia, will host a special press conference on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at 12:00 PM, at the Mufdi Zakaria Palace of Culture. The event will celebrate acclaimed author Yasmina Salam and her latest work, “Couscous: Roots and Colors of Algeria,” published by ANEP.The book, recently nominated for the 2025 Gourmand World Cookbook Awards in the Food Culture category, marks a significant milestone in Salam’s literary journey. In its pages, she masterfully blends anthropological research, storytelling, and sensory exploration to craft a vivid portrait of couscous—an iconic dish deeply embedded in the culinary memory of Algeria.The cultural gathering is expected to draw the presence of Algeria’s Minister of Culture, Mr. Souheib Bennoua, alongside a constellation of prominent cultural and media figures. The event stands as a testament to Algeria’s commitment to supporting creative works that carry the nation’s voice beyond its borders and reaffirm its timeless heritage.This prestigious nomination comes at a time when nations around the world are racing to spotlight their intangible cultural assets on international stages. It underscores the importance of investing in culture as a form of soft power—capable of shaping narratives and asserting symbolic and strategic influence.The press conference is open to all media representatives. It is an invitation to witness a celebration in which Algeria rekindles the aroma of couscous, telling through it the story of a nation, an identity, and a nostalgia deeply rooted in collective memory.
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