Cooking for Shabbat on Tisha B'Av

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Question

Is it permitted to cook for Shabbat on Tisha B'Av after midday?

Answer

Shalom Rav,

One should not engage in any work on Tisha B'Av that is not essential for the fast or the conclusion of the fast, in order not to distract from the mourning.

Source

Shulchan Aruch, Siman 554

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