Admony, Einat
Shuk: From Market to Table, the Heart of Israeli Home Cooking
- ISBN 13:
- 9781579656720
- author:
- Admony, Einat
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Artisan Division of Workman Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 25.4 x 20.3 centimetres (1.06 kg
- Genre:
- Cooking, Food & Drink, Writing, Cooking, Food & Drink,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Shuk: The Heart of Israeli Home Cooking Experience the vibrant culinary mash-up of modern Israel through the combined expertise of Einat Admony and Janna Gur. This comprehensive cookbook takes you on a journey through the country's diverse food culture, from the bustling markets to the home kitchen. With over 140 recipes, Shuk presents Jewish dishes with roots in Persia, Yemen, Libya, the Balkans, and the Levant, showcasing the surprising combinations and techniques that have evolved in Israel. From hearty stews to herb-dominant rice pilafs, toasted-nut-studded grain salads, and vegetable dishes of all kinds, this book will open your eyes and palate to the complex nuances of Jewish food and culture. The book also includes authoritative primers on beloved pillars of the cuisine, such as chopped salad, hummus, and shakshukas, as well as hand-rolled couscous with festive partners like tangy quick pickles and rich pepper compotes. Through gorgeous photo essays of nine celebrated shuks, you'll feel the vibrancy and centrality of the local markets, which are at the heart of Israel's food scene. With its unique blend of familiar ingredients and surprising techniques, Shuk is a must-have for home cooks looking to explore the flavors of Israel.