Dana Kessler

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Tablet The Evolution of the Israeli Kitchen 6 Jun
In "The Magic Ladle: Women, Science, and Nutrition in the History of Israel" by Erela Taharlev Ben-Shachar, the author explores how food, particularly the or...
6 Jun
Tablet King Khat 19 Apr
"King Khat" explores the story of an Israeli scientist named Gabi who, fascinated by the psychoactive effects of the khat plant, synthesizes its active subst...
19 Apr
Tablet Life During Wartime 4 Jan
This article provides glimpses into life in Israel during wartime, particularly focusing on the emotional attachment and attention given to specific hostages...
4 Jan
Tablet The Israeli Nightmare Finds Its Illustrator 15 Dec 2023
Israeli cartoonist Zeev Engelmayer, known for his irreverent and humorous style, has shifted his focus since the outbreak of war, using art as a way to cope ...
15 Dec 2023
Tablet Going Home Again 21 Nov 2023
The author recounts their experience leaving Israel during the recent conflict with Gaza. They describe their decision to leave and the uncertainty that foll...
21 Nov 2023
Tablet From Hostage to Pop Icon 9 Nov 2023
Rachel Edri, an Israeli grandmother held hostage by terrorists during the Israel-Hamas war, has become a pop icon in Israel. Despite not fitting the typical ...
9 Nov 2023
Tablet The Fruit of the Land 8 Sep 2023
Israeli cuisine is evolving to focus on regional produce and a farm-to-table approach. Chefs like Shirel Berger of Opa and Roee Dori of Rouge are redefining ...
8 Sep 2023
Tablet The Austerity Diet 18 Jul 2023
The period of austerity in Israel, lasting from 1949 to 1959, was a time of limited resources and rationing due to the influx of Jewish immigrants to the new...
18 Jul 2023
Tablet This Charming Man 14 Jul 2023
Morrissey, the former lead singer of the Smiths, has a strong following among Mexican Americans and Israelis for different reasons. In the case of Israeli fa...
14 Jul 2023
Tablet The Magic of Arak 30 Jun 2023
Arak is a Levantine distilled spirit made from grapes and aniseed, commonly consumed in Israel. It is often enjoyed mixed with cold water and ice, which give...
30 Jun 2023