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Inside The Ramen Studio: Jerusalem's Ramen Experience You Need To Try

2 months ago | jamiegeller.com | Aryeh Genger |Love Jamie

I walked through the rainy streets of downtown Jerusalem and made my way to the unassuming apartment building where my Japanese experience awaited. Greeted by the chefs, I am told to take my shoes off and slide into slippers picked out for me and immerse myself in the Japanese themed decor. Located in a private home, this unique culinary venture is helmed by chefs Moti Gordiyenko and Daniel Bitton.
From Ancient Roots to Modern Brews: What Makes Israeli Beer Unique

Jan 16, 2025 | aish.com | Aryeh Genger

Local spices, global inspiration, and a touch of chutzpah—find out how Israeli craft beer is redefining the pint. Any wine snob can talk for hours about Terroir, the unique characteristics wine attains from the environment and landscape the grapes were grown in, giving each region's wine its own flavor and character. However, when it comes to beer, the question of how the region the beer is made in impacts the flavor becomes hazier than a New England IPA.
Spices and Stories: The Rich Tapestry of Indian Jewish Cuisine

Dec 8, 2024 | aish.com | Aryeh Genger

Discover the vibrant fusion of Indian spices and Jewish traditions in the unique cuisine of India’s Jewish communities. Hiding in the slums of Mumbai and packed markets of Bombay are the echoes of ancient Jewish stories and recipes waiting to be uncovered and recreated.
This Celebrity Chef Was Arrested for Killing a Nazi

Dec 4, 2024 | myjewishlearning.com | Aryeh Genger

The renowned Italian cookbook author, Marcella Hazan, considered by many as the godmother of modern Italian cuisine, left an indelible mark on the culinary world with her meticulous and traditional approach to Italian cuisine. While her recipes live on in the kitchens of home cooks worldwide, her wild journey to becoming one of America’s most famous chefs remains a mystery to most.
Sderot’s Resilient Spirit: A Culinary Journey Through Food and Fear

Nov 3, 2024 | aish.com | Aryeh Genger

Amidst the constant threat of rockets, the people of Sderot are keeping their culture alive through food. For the past twelve months Sderot has been living in a modern twisted version of hell. You can feel the reverberations of October 7th across the streets and parks of the city. The constant fear of another “RED ALERT, RED ALERT” blaring from the city speakers keeps everyone on their toes. The echoes of the hostages and 1,200 lost that day ring in the ears of all.
What Is a Bagel? The Bagel’s Many Faces

Oct 27, 2024 | aish.com | Aryeh Genger

From Jewish ghetto to global phenomenon. What makes a bagel… a bagel? Is it the crisp, slightly chewy crust that contrasts with its dense, tender interior, is it the malty savory flavor or is it something else entirely? What began as a humble staple in the Jewish ghettos of Poland has evolved into an international culinary phenomenon. From classic plain bagels to bagels dusted in poppy seeds, sesame or onion we've found plenty of ways to spice up the Jewish breakfast classic.
30 Years Later, The Music of Silver Jews Lives On

Oct 22, 2024 | heyalma.com | Aryeh Genger

This month marks 30 years since David Berman’s slacker rock group Silver Jews burst on the scene with their debut album “Starlite Walker.” Lauded as one of the great songwriters of his generation, few could capture the human condition in musical form as well as Berman and the Jews.
Fish and Chips is Actually Jewish?!

Oct 20, 2024 | aish.com | Aryeh Genger

The hidden Jewish history of Britain's favorite dish. When one thinks of the quintessential British dishes, fish and chips undoubtedly comes to mind first. However, just like Britain's other national dish “chicken tikka masala,” fish and chips originated from a very different landscape. One that was deeply rooted in Jewish culinary traditions. So let's dig into the history behind everyone's favorite battered fish and fries dish.
The Twisted History of Bissli, Israel's Most Iconic Snack

Oct 16, 2024 | myjewishlearning.com | Aryeh Genger

Back in the 1970s the Israeli snack market was barren. In fact, there were so few options that the word for “snack” didn’t even exist in the Israeli language (it’s “chatif,” by the way). The few snacks available were mainly candy bars and gummies. This all changed when Osem took over Israel with its revolutionary peanut butter puff snack Bamba, filling store shelves with the savory iconic Israeli snack.
Fermented Drinks in Jewish Cuisine

Sep 15, 2024 | aish.com | Aryeh Genger

From Kvass to Kefir we like to drink. With the surge in popularity of fermented drinks like kombucha, it seems there's a whole world of untapped beverages waiting to be discovered. Fermented food has always been a big part of Jewish cuisine. From the iconic kosher dill pickle to our favorite hot dog topping, sauerkraut, fermented foods are a major part of the Jewish diet. Yet, it seems our heritage of crafting fermented drinks has been sidelined.