CAIRO – 18 June 2026: Jocelyn Woollar, the British government's official Arabic-language spokesperson for the Middle East and North Africa, shared a lighthearted video on her official Instagram account documenting her first experience trying the popular Egyptian dish, koshari.
In the video, she is seen preparing to eat the meal, commenting, "I listened to you... and tried koshari for the first time... see what happened!" The gesture was a direct response to recommendations from her followers, who had enthusiastically advised her to try the traditional Egyptian comfort food.
This interaction is part of a growing trend of British diplomats and officials engaging directly with the cultural and local traditions of the region. By embracing local customs, officials are adding a human touch to their diplomatic roles and making them more relatable to the public on official social media platforms.
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