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EPISODE · Feb 16, 2026 · 23 MIN

Feeding a Community for 23 Years: Sanaa Abourezk

from The Grit to Growth Podcast · host Levi Te Slaa and Dusten Hendrickson

In this inspiring episode, host Levi Te Slaa sits down with Sanaa Abourezk, owner of a beloved Mediterranean restaurant in Sioux Falls. From her roots in Damascus to launching a business in South Dakota, Sanaa shares how food became her bridge to culture, community, and change. They discuss her path from agricultural engineering to launching a restaurant against the odds, her philosophy on eating intentionally, and why her vegan burger is drawing attention in the Sioux Falls Burger Battle. Sanaa also opens up about teaching others through Instagram, potential Shark Tank dreams, and upcoming efforts to fight childhood hunger through fun, community-centered events. Whether you're a foodie, entrepreneur, or simply someone who believes in gathering around the table, Sanaa’s story will warm your heart and feed your soul.   ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Be A Guest Are you a successful business owner or professional with insights to share? Apply to be a guest on https://grittogrowthpodcast.com/guest and share your expertise with a wide audience eager to learn about you.

In this inspiring episode, host Levi Te Slaa sits down with Sanaa Abourezk, owner of a beloved Mediterranean restaurant in Sioux Falls. From her roots in Damascus to launching a business in South Dakota, Sanaa shares how food became her bridge to culture, community, and change. They discuss her path from agricultural engineering to launching a restaurant against the odds, her philosophy on eating intentionally, and why her vegan burger is drawing attention in the Sioux Falls Burger Battle. Sanaa also opens up about teaching others through Instagram, potential Shark Tank dreams, and upcoming efforts to fight childhood hunger through fun, community-centered events. Whether you're a foodie, entrepreneur, or simply someone who believes in gathering around the table, Sanaa’s story will warm your heart and feed your soul.   ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Be A Guest Are you a successful business owner or professional with insights to share? Apply to be a guest on https://grittogrowthpodcast.com/guest and share your expertise with a wide audience eager to learn about you.

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