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Cooking History

Explore a variety of items from the National Library of Israel that mirror the journeys taken by Jewish people and the rich and diverse food culture that developed as a result.

The Simple Grain That Saved the State of Israel from Starvation

During the period of austerity which accompanied the early years of the State of Israel, the Hadassah organization fought to allow for the import of Bulgur to Israel from the United States.

Ro Oranim | 18.09.19

The Strange Connection Between a Medieval Shopping List and a Divorce Contract

 A shopping list found among the treasures of the Cairo Genizah was scrawled on the back of a rather important document.

Ro Oranim | 18.09.19

The Jewish Stew Made of Anything but the Kitchen Sink

With very few fresh ingredients at their disposal, the Jews created a plethora of dishes that took full advantage of the limited components that were available.

Ro Oranim | 08.07.18

Not Your Bubby’s Gefilte Fish

The sweet and (un)savory story behind the traditional dish.

Ro Oranim | 28.05.18

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