The Olive Press Blog

Lebanese Culinary Success Story: Khalid’s Journey from Home Cook to Entrepreneur with Anera

by Anera

January 23, 2024

Posted in: 

Enrolling in an Anera course in Saida, Lebanon transformed Khalid’s culinary dreams into reality, giving him the confidence to open his own restaurant and bakery. Now, as an assistant trainer, Khalid shares his experience and skills with new students, proving that passion, perseverance, and self-confidence are the key ingredients for success in the culinary world. Learn more Khalid’s inspiring story.

OUR BLOG

Related

September 16, 2025

GAZA: Leaders of major aid groups call on world leaders to intervene following UN genocide conclusion

by Anera

As world leaders convene next week at the United Nations (UN), we are calling on all member states to act in accordance with the mandate the UN was charged with 80 years ago. What we are witnessing in Gaza is…

Read More

September 16, 2025
,

Gaza and West Bank Response Log | September 2025

by Anera

In this log, Anera provides updates on unfolding war in Palestine and our response. In some cases, additional activities may be added retroactively to the daily entries as we receive additional program reporting. Questions? See our FAQ page September 16,…

Read More

September 12, 2025

“A Death Sentence” – Aid Agencies Warn of Israel’s Assault on Gaza City

by Anera

Gaza City, 12 September 2025 – Forty nine humanitarian and civil society organizations warn that Israel’s assault on Gaza City amounts to a death sentence. Intensified Israeli military attacks on Gaza City and forced displacement orders for the entire city…

Read More