The people behind the stories

Meet THF’s authors and contributors

Our writers combine research, lived experience, cultural knowledge and a genuine love of food to document Canada’s growing halal food scene.

Explore the people behind The Halal Food’s guides, reviews and news coverage. Select an author to read their latest work and full contributor archive.

Lina Al Halabi

Lina Al Halabi

Food Writer & Cultural Explorer

Lina brings together food, science and culture, using her health-sciences background and cross-cultural experience to explore the ingredients, traditions and stories behind halal and Middle Eastern cuisine.

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Mohamad Al-Koubeitri

Mohamad Al-Koubeitri

Publisher & Digital Creator

Mohamad combines web development, digital marketing and a passion for food culture to spotlight halal-friendly restaurants, family-run kitchens and community stories across Canada.

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Salam Aljabban

Salam Aljabban

Contributor & Business Storyteller

Salam blends business insight, cultural knowledge and a love of traditional cooking to tell thoughtful stories about halal food, Middle Eastern culinary heritage and the communities around them.

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Editorial approach: THF’s contributors aim to make halal food information practical, transparent and culturally informed while giving local businesses and community voices meaningful visibility.