Good News!! 🌿 The legal case against my book Sabzi has been dropped and the deli owner has informed us they will be relinquishing the trademark.

I can’t tell you how relieved I am that this incredibly stressful chapter is now closed and want to thank each and every one of you who have supported me. I feel indebted to you all for your kind words and actions.

When language born in our grandmothers’ kitchens becomes intellectual property, something’s gone badly wrong. For me, this case wasn’t just about a cookbook title but also a reminder of how the legacy of colonialism still echoes through our legal systems. Words like sabzi remind us that food and language should be part of what we share, not what we own.

I hope this case leads the UK trademark body to reflect on both their initial decision and any future processes for reviewing trademark applications on cultural terms.

Onwards! 💚 Xx