Dimensions
209 x 229 x 16mm
For more than 2,000 years, Jewish families have lived in Italy. Cucina Ebraica tells the saga of the Italian Jews through this collection of some of their most beloved recipes.
Their history - and their cuisine - is a fascinating mélange of Middle Eastern, Spanish, and Sephardic influences, which celebrated chef Joyce Goldstein lovingly traces through ingredients and culinary techniques. For example, the pumpkin in Pumpkin-Filled Ravioli was brought to Italy from the New World via the Spanish Jews expelled during the Inquisition. A fascinating glimpse into culinary history as well as a compilation of superbly satisfying dishes that respect the kosher laws, 'Cucina Ebraica' is a distinguished reference on a little-known but rich culinary tradition.
Evocative, painterly photographs and lovely folkloric motifs join to make this a book to treasure. Here is an invitation to unexpected new joys in both Italian and Jewish cookery.
