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Freekeh with chicken has always been one of my favourite Arabic meals growing up; it’s hearty, comforting, and packed with flavour. If you’ve never tried freekeh before, it’s an ancient grain that’s high in protein and has a deliciously nutty taste. I actually prefer it over rice because it’s more nutritious and has so much more depth of flavour. Plus, it’s perfect for feeding a crowd! Traditionally, this Middle Eastern dish is made with a whole chicken stuffed with freekeh or roasted chicken served on top. But after being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2023, I switched to a pescatarian diet, which led me to find a new way to enjoy this classic meal. Now, I make it with plant-based chicken pieces, which not only keeps it in line with my diet but also makes it so much quicker and easier to prepare! I love serving it with a fresh Arabic salad and a side of plain yogurt for a wholesome, well-balanced meal. It’s simple, nourishing, and still gives me all the comfort of the traditional dis...

Hey there, and welcome to My World My Life , my little corner of the internet. After what felt like an endless process, I’ve finally moved all my old blog posts from their outdated home to this fresh new space. It wasn’t easy, balancing this with treatment, work, and family life, but with a little help from my family, I made sure every post made it over intact. No missing entries, no broken links (because let’s be honest, that totally would have happened). Now that everything is in place, I couldn’t be more excited for what’s ahead. This blog isn’t just about sharing my journey; it’s about creating a space where we can connect, support one another, and navigate life’s unexpected twists together. One of those twists came in the form of breast cancer. One moment, I was going about my usual routine, and the next, I was sitting in a doctor’s office, hearing words that didn’t feel real. In an instant, my world flipped upside down. My days became a whirlwind of appointments, treatments, and ...