Nafas brought together a dynamic group of artists whose practices engage with food—not only as a material or motif, but as a metaphor for culture, politics, memory, and care. In Arabic, "nafas" means breath or spirit, but in the context of cooking, it also denotes the ineffable quality that elevates food from good to exceptional.
The exhibition featured painting, sculpture, installation, photography, performance, and culinary experiences. Our contribution connected to our ongoing interest in how shared rituals—like making and sharing meals—mirror our collaborative artistic process. Food, like art, can be a site of transformation, labor, healing, and joy.
