Heavenly Halva Cake

This recipe was shared by Hanna Geller. When people decry social media as the end of real human connection and true friendship, I love to share the story of how I met Hanna—who after a chance, brief interaction on Instagram has now become not only a dear friend, but also a professional collaborator and mentor. Hanna discovered Seed + Mill while wandering through Chelsea Market with her four sons. She posted a picture of our tahini soft-serve with the caption, “OMG. Best thing I have ever tasted. Seed + Mill, when are you coming to London?” Little did Hanna know how much I wanted our tahini and halva to be enjoyed on the other side of the Atlantic. With her boundless enthusiasm, Hanna made that happen for us, opening our first account in London at the historic Panzer’s Deli! In addition to running her recipe blog, Building Feasts, Hanna also hosts cooking classes and supper clubs in her home in North London. It takes a generous soul to invite strangers into one’s home with the singular goal of making them feel welcome.