{"title":"Leah Koenig","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the rich and vibrant world of Jewish cuisine with the celebrated author Leah Koenig. As an expert in Jewish culinary traditions, Leah Koenig has delightfully captured the essence of Jewish cooking through her detailed and innovative cookbooks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her acclaimed works, \u003cem\u003ePortico\u003c\/em\u003e offers readers an exquisite journey through the diverse flavours and traditions of Jewish kitchens from around the world. Koenig's modern twists on classic dishes provide a fresh perspective while remaining deeply respectful of culinary heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Jewish Cookbook\u003c\/em\u003e, Koenig presents an extensive collection of over 400 recipes that celebrate the diversity of Jewish food globally, from Ashkenazi to Sephardic, and beyond. This comprehensive guide reflects her deep passion for culinary exploration and her ability to make traditional dishes accessible and enjoyable for the modern cook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLeah Koenig’s books are not just collections of recipes; they are invitations to immerse oneself in the culture and history of Jewish cuisine. Perfect for anyone interested in Cooking \u0026amp; Food, her works are educational, inspiring, and a joy for anyone eager to explore new culinary horizons.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-jewish-cookbook-by-leah-koenig-9780714879338","title":"The Jewish Cookbook","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Jewish Cookbook\u003c\/em\u003e is an inspiring celebration of the diversity and breadth of this venerable culinary tradition. A true fusion cuisine, Jewish food evolves constantly to reflect the changing geographies and ingredients of its cooks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing more than 400 home-cooking recipes for everyday and holiday foods from the Middle East to the Americas, Europe, Asia, and Africa — as well as contemporary interpretations by renowned chefs including Yotam Ottolenghi, Michael Solomonov, and Alex Raij — this definitive compendium of Jewish cuisine introduces readers to recipes and culinary traditions from Jewish communities the world over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for anyone looking to add international tastes to their table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46833651417324,"sku":"9780714879338","price":90.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/14094203482442.jpg?v=1758472303"},{"product_id":"portico-by-leah-koenig-9780393868012","title":"Portico","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA leading authority on Jewish food, Leah Koenig celebrates \u003cem\u003ela cucina Ebraica Romana\u003c\/em\u003e within the pages of her new cookbook. \u003cem\u003ePortico: Cooking and Feasting in Rome's Jewish Kitchen\u003c\/em\u003e features over 100 deeply flavourful recipes and beautiful photographs of Rome's Jewish community, the oldest in Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe city's Jewish residents have endured many hardships, including 300 years of persecution inside the Roman Jewish Ghetto. Out of this strife grew resilience, a deeply knit community, and a uniquely beguiling cuisine. Today, the community thrives on Via del Portico d'Ottavia (the main road in Rome's Ghetto neighbourhood) and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLeah Koenig's recipes showcase the cuisine's elegantly understated vegetables, saucy braised meats and stews, rustic pastas, resplendent olive oil–fried foods, and never-too-sweet desserts. Home cooks can explore classics of the Roman Jewish repertoire with Stracotto di Manzo (a wine-braised beef stew), Pizza Ebraica (fruit-and-nut-studded bar cookies), and, of course, Carciofi alla Giudia, the quintessential Jewish-style fried artichokes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA standout chapter on fritters—showcasing the unique gift Roman Jews have for delicate frying—includes sweet honey-soaked matzo fritters, fried salt cod, and savoury potato pastries (burik) introduced by the thousands of Libyan Jews who immigrated to Rome in the 1960s and '70s. Every recipe is masterfully tailored to the home cook, while maintaining the flavour and integrity of tradition. Suggested menus for holiday planning round out the usability and flexibility of these dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA cookbook for anyone who wants to dive more deeply into Jewish foodways, or gain new insight into Rome, \u003cem\u003ePortico\u003c\/em\u003e features the makers and creators who are keeping Roman Jewish food alive today, transporting us to the bustling streets of the Eternal City while also making us feel—as we cook and eat—very much at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46998556737772,"sku":"9780393868012","price":71.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/5761003482328.jpg?v=1763221034"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/leah-koenig.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}