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Gaza's Dream Cafe

From the rubbles of Gaza to the buckle of America's Bible Belt, the story of one man's dream to bring Arabic coffee and culture to a polarized world.

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श्रीraj
Mar 01, 2025
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When you think about a seaside cafe what comes to mind?

For me, it’s the cafe I stopped over at Lorne, Australia. We were driving back to Melbourne after a day of exploring the scenic views and beach towns along the Great Ocean Drive when I noticed a quaint little coffeehouse on the roadside overlooking the ocean. Since then, I’ve dreamt of opening my own cafe someday, when I am ready to slow down and ease into life.

For world travelers, Mykonos (Greece), seems to be the hot spot to relax by the seaside with their favorite cup o’ joe. Similar bucket list destinations flaunt breathtaking views, attracting tourists from all over the world to the lure of watching boats pass by as they sip on a cappuccino.

Unique cafes are popping up everywhere, even in small remote forgotten places. In my hometown in South India, we now have a retro themed highway tea stop which has been capturing the intrigue of young Instagrammer’s. Their USP? A recreated 1970’s village vibe! All it takes is one reel from…

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