{"product_id":"food-cultures-of-israel-michael-ashkenazi-9798216386223","title":"Food Cultures of Israel: Recipes, Customs, and Issues","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis volume explores cuisine in Israel, including the country's food culture history, important dishes, current food issues, and more.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe evolution of Israeli cuisine has been shaped by three key factors: the country's geography and climate, its diverse ethnic and religious history (including non-Jewish communities and immigration from around the world), and its advancements in agricultural technology, which have made Israel a global leader in the field. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis book offers a comprehensive look at Israeli food culture in the twenty-first century by exploring the diverse influences that have shaped it. These influences range from a long food history tracing back to prehistoric times, with insights drawn from the Bible, the Koran, and archaeological findings, to contemporary practices shaped by a blend of various ethnic traditions. Modern Israeli cuisine reflects the impact of European, Middle Eastern, and other cultures, resulting in a unique culinary fusion. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe main topics are accompanied by easy-to-follow recipes. The book serves as an introduction to daily life in Israel as well as the evolution of food practices in a relatively new country.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Michael Ashkenazi\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798216386223\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Bloomsbury Academic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 10\/30\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 272\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.00lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.25h x 6.12w x 1.00d","brand":"Michael Ashkenazi","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47305722298623,"sku":"9798216386223","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_e8af0494-80b7-4d5d-89d0-44e2f1e69e47.jpg?v=1758831618","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/food-cultures-of-israel-michael-ashkenazi-9798216386223","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}