Emna Hillou

Emna Hillou is a Los Angeles–based writer, director, and producer interested in how food carries history and memory. Her work explores identity, food, surfing, and overlooked stories across the Middle East, North Africa, and Latin America.
Behold Lincoln Heights’ Moroccan Fried Sardine Taco
Moroccan chef Majda Belaroui's take on tacos are the life force of Café Maghreb, a pop-up at Zizou.
February 26, 2026
