The New Face of Israeli Cuisine

The New Face of Israeli Cuisine is a virtual or in person conversation with Roger Sherman, a follow up to his acclaimed film In Search of Israeli Cuisine, a portrait of the Israeli people, told through food, conflict and all. Roger shows a scene not included in the film and discusses it with the group, encouraging questions and comments.

Click the video link above to get a taste of the hour plus event.

It’s a culinary travelogue: we’ll meet Haim Cohen, a pioneer chef who had to defy his mother to open a restaurant. We’ll go to a Druse wedding, and after visiting an ancient wine press in the Negev, the audience will be surprised to learn the difference between award winning kosher wine and appellation contrôlée.

Reviews have been stellar:

• “You brought wit, warmth, and a wealth of knowledge about Israeli culinary traditions and exciting new directions in Israeli cuisine. Our congregation left hungry for more! Your easy, engaging style, coupled with your extensive experiences documenting the Israeli food scene, made for a compelling night.”  Jonathan Blake, head rabbi, Westchester Reform Temple.
• “You chose such interesting clips to illustrate the scope of modern Israeli cuisine and your first-hand observations were illuminating.Your talk and the clips were enough to make a person NEED to eat Israeli food immediately!!”   Karen Seidman, co-president, The Shul of New York
• “Roger is a master storyteller, knowledgeable and passionate. The program was engaging and gave us a nuanced understanding of the complexities of life and food in Israel. Everyone loved it!”  Mindy Davids, Temple Shaaray Tefila.

Contact Roger to discuss presenting his entertaining, revelatory, and inspiring event to your group.