This cookbook combines the great tradition of the Sabbath with vegan cooking. Most of these recipes require little cooking and keep very well at room temperature. More than a cookbook, there is an introduction on the origins of the Sabbath with notes and quotations by famous Jewish writers with illustrations that are both whimsical and pious.

Instant New York Times bestseller Named a Best Cookbook for Fall 2023 by the LA Times, Food & Wine, Eater, WBUR, and Simply Recipes The author of Sababa returns with a collection of good-for-the-soul recipes that embody the spirit and pleasures of Shabbat As a child, Adeena Sussman looked forward to the magic of Shabbat—the traditional Jewish day of rest—all week. A treasured time when family and friends come together to relax, unwind, and revel in one another’s company during open-ended, tantalizing meals, Shabbat has been practiced all over the world and throughout history. In Sussman’s home, then and now, the Shabbat table is a centering force, a nourishing place where one and all are welcome. It’s an opportunity every week to feed the soul. Because tradition dictates that the Sabbath is reserved for downtime, Shabbat cooking is all about smart techniques and sound prep. Nostalgic, cozy mains like Fig & Pomegranate Brisket and Bubbe’s Extra-Crispy Potato Kugel are crowd-pleasers and require little hands-on attention. Sides and bright salads like Moroccan Carrot Salad, Roasted Kohlrabi, Cherry & Feta Salad, and Sweet & Tart Eggplant Salad are best served at room temperature. With staples like Amba (pickled mango spread), Tomato Jam, and Schug-a-churri (a blend of Yemenite and South American condiments) on hand, it’s easy to punch up flavor and find something delectable to slather on challah. And from the showstopping Lemon Black-Sesame Bundt Cake to the rich comfort of Vegan Rice Pudding, there’s always something special for dessert. Woven throughout the recipes is a rich portrait of Shabbat in Israel, where it is practically a national holiday. Taking us inside the kitchens and traditions of local cooks who have shared their most beloved recipes, Shabbat brings to life Sussman’s adopted home country with transporting, slice-of-life storytelling. Deeply personal and brimming with life, Shabbat inspires us all to embrace the delights of Shabbat. Now more than ever, Shabbat cooking is what we all need.

A delightful children's story based around the Jewish festival of Hannukah.

A rabbi and expert in traditional Judaic cooking offers a wide-ranging celebration of classic Jewish vegetarian cooking from across the globe. Traditions of Jewish vegetarian cooking span three millennia and the extraordinary breadth of the Jewish diaspora—from Persia to Ethiopia, Romania to France. In Olive Trees and Honey, acclaimed chef and rabbi Gil Marks uncovers this vibrant culinary heritage for home cooks. This magnificent treasury sheds light on the truly international palette of Jewish vegetarian cooking, with 300 recipes for soups, salads, grains, pastas, legumes, vegetable stews, egg dishes, savory pastries, and more. From Sephardic Bean Stew (Hamin) to Ashkenazic Mushroom Knishes, Italian Fried Artichokes to Hungarian Asparagus Soup, these dishes are suitable for any occasion on the Jewish calendar—whether it’s a festival or an everyday meal. Marks combines these recipes with fascinating insights into their origins and history, suggestions for holiday menus from Yom Kippur to Passover, and culture-rich discussion of key ingredients.

"We should all be cooking like Adeena Sussman." --The Wall Street Journal "Sababa is a breath of fresh, sunny air." --The New York Times In an Israeli cookbook as personal as it is global, Adeena Sussman celebrates the tableau of flavors the region has to offer, in all its staggering and delicious variety In Hebrew (derived from the original Arabic), sababa means "everything is awesome," and it's this sunny spirit with which the American food writer and expat Adeena Sussman cooks and dreams up meals in her Tel Aviv kitchen. Every morning, Sussman makes her way through the bustling stalls of Shuk Hacarmel, her local market, which sells irresistibly fresh ingredients and tempting snacks--juicy ripe figs and cherries, locally made halvah, addictive street food, and delectable cheeses and olives. In Sababa, Sussman presents 125 recipes for dishes inspired by this culinary wonderland and by the wide-varying influences surrounding her in Israel. Americans have begun to instinctively crave the spicy, bright flavors of Israeli cuisine, and in this timely cookbook, Sussman shows readers how to use border-crossing kitchen staples-- tahini, sumac, silan (date syrup), harissa, za'atar---to delicious effect, while also introducing more exotic spices and ingredients. From Freekeh and Roasted Grape Salad and Crudo with Cherries and Squeezed Tomatoes, to Schug Marinated Lamb Chops and Tahini Caramel Tart, Sussman's recipes make a riot of fresh tastes accessible and effortless for the home cook. Filled with transporting storytelling, Sababa is the ultimate, everyday guide to the Israeli kitchen.

Jewish people throughout the world have a strong tradition of preparing healthy, vegetarian meals. Now they can enjoy over 150 delicious recipes that are both vegan and parve with this original and informative cookbook. Readers can now feast on Romanian apricot dumplings, North African barley pudding, pumpernickel and Russian flat bread, sweet fruit kugel, Czechoslovakian noodles with poppy seeds, Russian blini and more with the help of Debra Wasserman's innovative and inspiring collection of recipes.

As a little girl, Leah Adenna Süssman eagerly anticipated the enchantment of Shabbat, the cherished Jewish day of rest that cast its spell throughout the week. Shabbat, a global and timeless tradition, brought her family and friends together for leisurely, enticing meals, creating a haven where relaxation and connection thrived. In Sussman's home, both then and now, the Shabbat table is a sanctuary-a place where everyone is embraced, a nourishing ritual that feeds not just the body but the soul. Guided by the age-old principle that Shabbat is a time for rejuvenation, Sussman approaches Shabbat cooking with savvy techniques and thoughtful preparation. Heartwarming classics like Fig & Pomegranate Brisket and Bubbe's Extra-Crispy Potato Kugel steal the spotlight with minimal hands-on effort. Meanwhile, sides like Moroccan Carrot Salad, Roasted Kohlrabi, Cherry & Feta Salad, and Sweet & Tart Eggplant Salad shine at room temperature. Elevating flavors is made easy with pantry staples like Amba (pickled mango spread), Tomato Jam, and Schug-a-churri-a fusion of Yemenite and South American condiments-perfect for enhancing the taste of challah. The grand finale features showstoppers like the Lemon Black-Sesame Bundt Cake and the comforting embrace of Vegan Rice Pudding, ensuring a sweet conclusion to every Shabbat meal. Interwoven with these delectable recipes is a vivid portrayal of Shabbat in Israel, where it holds the status of a national celebration. Sussman invites us into the kitchens and traditions of local cooks who generously share their most cherished recipes. Through evocative storytelling, Shabbat paints a rich tapestry of Sussman's adopted home country, offering readers a captivating slice of life. Overflowing with personal touches and a zest for life, Shabbat beckons us all to savor the pleasures of Shabbat. In a world that demands it now more than ever, Shabbat cooking is the nourishment we all crave.