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Aromas of Aleppo: The Legendary Cuisine of Syrian Jews Author: Poopa Dweck, Michael J. Cohen $29.97 |
Aromas of Aleppo: The Legendary Cuisine of Syrian Jews |
Editorial Review:
When the Aleppian Jewish community migrated from the ancient city of Aleppo in historic Syria and settled in New York and Latin American cities in the early 20th century, it brought its rich cuisine and vibrant culture. Most Syrian recipes and traditions, however, were not written down and existed only in the minds of older generations. Poopa Dweck, a first generation Syrian-Jewish American, has devoted much of her life to preserving and celebrating her community's centuries-old legacy.
Dweck relates the history and culture of her community through its extraordinary cuisine, offering more than 180 exciting ethnic recipes with tantalizing photos and describing the unique customs that the Aleppian Jewish community observes during holidays and lifecycle events. Among the irresistible recipes are:
·Bazargan-Tangy Tamarind Bulgur Salad
·Shurbat Addes-Hearty Red Lentil Soup with Garlic and Coriander
·Kibbeh-Stuffed Syrian Meatballs with Ground Rice
·Samak b'Batata-Baked Middle Eastern Whole Fish with Potatoes
·Sambousak-Buttery Cheese-Filled Sesame Pastries
·Eras bi'Ajweh-Date-Filled Crescents
·Chai Na'na-Refreshing Mint TeaLike mainstream Middle Eastern cuisines, Aleppian Jewish dishes are alive with flavor and healthful ingredients-featuring whole grains, vegetables, legumes, and olive oil-but with their own distinct cultural influences. In Aromas of Aleppo, cooks will discover the best of Poopa Dweck's recipes, which gracefully combine Mediterranean and Levantine influences, and range from small delights (or maza) to daily meals and regal holiday feasts-such as the twelve-course Passover seder.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 5.0 / 5.0 
Great book, beautiful photos and history:
I am not from Aleppo, nor am I Jewish, so this book was a really great read for me and a learning opportunity! Very informative about the culture, I really enjoyed the history lessons provided for each recipe. The photos are stunning and the recipes simple and easy to follow. I also appreciate that the author provides substitutes for items that cannot be easily obtained in the US(such as Aleppo pepper).
I highly recommend this book to anyone who likes to make simple, healthful meals, as well as anyone...more info
Great Cookbook!:
What a lovely compilation of recipes, pictures and history! It brought back a lot of memories of food I enjoyed in my younger years but had forgotten existed. There is not a large Jewish community where I now live. It's certainly leading me back to food I love and now that I know how to prepare it, it will certainly be a part of my daily fare! It's also my new coffee table book.
Belana
Great Aleppo:
Great book, some recipes are not very original, but over all it contributes to the legendary Aleppian cuisine that I wish to see more materials about it to share with the world of sophisticated cuisines.
Delicious Tastes of Aleppo:
This book has awakened my love of the amazing cuisine and history of the Jews in Aleppo. The Syrian Jewish Community is rich in passion, tradition, and great food. This book opens my senses and raises my appreciation for all of it. Highly recommended view of these taste delights and the tradition and community from which they come.
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