Hands That Shape Our Spices 1. Zainab Ayoubi – An Artist Mother’s Touch in Every Spice Packet For over a decade, Zainab has been the heart of Baharat’s saffron and spice packaging. A devoted mother of five, she turns each task — from flower picking to labeling — into an art of precision and care. Her work has funded her children’s education and supported her family, even through hardship. Every package leaving her hands carries her relentless pursuit of perfection, bringing Afghanistan’s finest saffron and spices to the world. Her message to women everywhere: “Never give up. Grow your abilities and work with persistence for a better future.”

Shah Bibi Hadid – Strength Woven into Every Grain A widow and mother of three, Shah Bibi has spent five years mastering the craft of saffron processing. Her earnings sustain her household and pay for her children’s schooling — nurturing dreams of doctors and teachers in the making. Each saffron thread she touches reflects resilience and heritage, prepared to meet the highest global standards.

Kimia Ebrahimi – Resilience in Every Handcrafted Blend After losing her husband, Kimia embraced spice processing as her first profession — a step that now supports her six children and mother-in-law. Her income provides food, education, and hope for a better future. She is proud to earn a halal livelihood with her own hands, crafting blends that carry both skill and resilience into homes worldwide.