Food diary from the ancient Medina of Tunis Feeling down? Have some harissa. A bit stressed? Take some harissa. Broken hearted? Eat some extra harissa … Harissa makes everything better. I first encountered Harissa in the Medina of Tunis in May 2026. How I had managed to spend 3 and 40 years on this planet without indulging in this most beautiful of condiments, I do not know. Harissa Makes Everything Better. Written by Reeta Dhar. Cover Art by Darren Pryce. The silent medina

Confession: I am writing this article mostly for the benefit of folks who are staying at my home whilst I am off wandering the world (hurrah to the share economy). To the extent it helps others discover great cafes and restaurants in Coogee that are going the extra mile to deliver an elevated dining experience, that is a bonus!