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Mohammad Altawaha, known as Abu Omar, in an Abu Omar Halal chef's jacket in front of the restaurant's wall logo

Meet Mohammad Altawaha

Meet Mohammad Altawaha, also known as Abu Omar, the visionary behind Abu Omar Halal – a culinary sensation that began with Houston’s first halal food truck in 2011 and has since grown to 25+ locations nationwide. As the CFO of ISAT, a non-profit supporting international students, and the creative force behind brands such as Arabella Mediterranean Cuisine, Badchx Nashville Hot Chicken, and Coreanos Mexican Korean fusion,

Abu Omar is not just a culinary entrepreneur; he’s a philanthropist dedicated to fostering unity in diversity. Tune in to his podcast, where he spotlights fellow entrepreneurs and shares inspiring stories. Join Abu Omar on a journey of flavors, stories, and entrepreneurial inspiration.

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  • Two slate boards of sliced Abu Omar Halal shawarma with seasoned fries, pickles, cucumber, tomato, olives and dipping sauces

    The History of Shawarma

    Mohammad Altawaha (Abu Omar) Shawarma, an iconic dish of the Middle East, holds a deep cultural significance, especially in Jordan. Its origins can be…