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Food guides, brand news and community stories, written by the Abu Omar Halal team.

  • 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…

  • 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…