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EPISODE · Feb 12, 2025 · 27 MIN

How an immigrant in St. Louis connects home cooks through her food app Habuyta

from St. Louis on the Air

Orly Peters immigrated from Israel to St. Louis in 2011. It was a struggle to adjust to life in the midwest, but cooking recipes from her culture gave her family a sense of comfort. Peters talks about the inspiration behind her food app ‘Habayta’ and shares why it is targeted towards immigrants. Faiza Muhambi, owner of Faiza’s Kitchen, speaks about her life as an immigrant and how Habuyta has supported her while launching her own food business.

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Orly Peters immigrated from Israel to St. Louis in 2011. It was a struggle to adjust to life in the midwest, but cooking recipes from her culture gave her family a sense of comfort. Peters talks about the inspiration behind her food app ‘Habayta’...

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