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Stories from my past and present, told honestly: the places, people and memories behind every design.
Farah Bazzi, founder of Maraseel
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Short Story: Bouza in Sour 🍦
So many of my memories in Sour were ordinary while I was living them. I didn’t know I was supposed to hold on to them... especially…Read the story
Do you know how Eid is celebrated under occupation?
Eid is often seen as a time of family, tradition, and celebration. But the truth is, Eid looks different for everyone. Growing up in Lebanon, my…Read the story
The Sacred Secret | A Journey of Liberation Through Connection
What if the thing you’re most afraid to share: the quiet, messy, sacred love between you and God.. is the very place where your true story…Read the story
Our Ancestors’ Wildest Dreams: What Really Happened the Night I Took the Stage and Won The Pitch
It’s funny how quiet it feels before your name is called. The lights dim. The room hushes. And then you see a face from another lifetime.…Read the story
The Story Behind the Ford MENA x Maraseel Collaboration
When Ford MENA set out to honor Arab American Heritage Month, they didn’t look for aesthetics or trends. They looked for truth. And they found it…Read the story
Bint Jbeil Loved Us More Than We Ever Loved Her Back
Hop on… allow me to take you on a ride. The road from Sour to Bint Jbeil is a story in itself. Sour, a semi-island kissed…Read the story
Our House in South Lebanon is Gone
Every day, I wake up with a simple intention: to live as if today is the last day of my life. But life, with all its…Read the story
Brewing Memories: How Tea Became My Love Language
What is something that felt so close yet so far away during your childhood? For me, it was tea. In my family, drinking tea was ayb—off-limits…Read the story
Maraseel’s Origin: How My Family’s Journey to the US Inspired Our Mission
In 2005, I made the bittersweet decision to leave Lebanon, a place rich in tradition and culture, to pursue my dreams and ambitions in the United…Read the story
Celebrating Representation: Maraseel at The Shop in TechTown Detroit
Back then, Maraseel was just beginning its journey. Amanda’s transformation from a social worker to a MasterChef star was not only inspiring but also a beacon…Read the story
The Timeless Art of Arabic Calligraphy: A Journey Through History and Culture
But beyond its historical significance, Arabic calligraphy still matters today. It has a timeless quality that keeps it relevant in modern design and cultureRead the story
Taking You With Me Back to 1993 | Back to School Memories
In these moments of reflection, I think about the little ways I can remind them that no matter what, they are surrounded by love and support.Read the story
