Beyond Hummus and Falafel: Social and Political Aspects of Palestinian Food in Israel Volume 40

Name: Beyond Hummus and Falafel: Social and Political Aspects of Palestinian Food in Israel Volume 40
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ISBN: 9780520262324

✍️ Gvion, Liora

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📚 EDITORIAL REVIEW

“This volume is for cooks interested in the cultural politics behind Palestinian cuisine, rather than those seeking a straightforward recipe collection. If you want simple ingredient lists and step-by-step instructions without historical context or social commentary, this book will likely disappoint your culinary needs.

— Editorial Team

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Gvion, Liora

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🏛 University of California Press 📅 2012 📔 Paperback ISBN: 9780520262324

📝 Description: Beyond Hummus and Falafel: Social and Political Aspects of Palestinian Food in Israel Volume 40

Originally published in Hebrew as: Be-govah ha-beten: ha-hebetim ha-hevratiyim veha-politiyim shel ha-mitbah ha-Arvi be-Yisrael.

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Eatbook Family editorial team

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It demands an academically inclined reader who approaches food through a sociological or political lens. Those looking for quick weeknight dinners, accessible baking projects, or step-by-step techniques will find this edition unsuited to their needs. Instead, it appeals strictly to dedicated food writers and cultural researchers willing to engage with dense academic analysis. If you approach it as a political and social ethnography rather than a recipe book, it rewards patience, though casual cooks should look elsewhere.

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⭐ eatbookfamily.com editorial review Editorial rating 4.5/5

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This volume is for cooks interested in the cultural politics behind Palestinian cuisine, rather than those seeking a straightforward recipe collection. If you want simple ingredient lists and step-by-step instructions without historical context or social commentary, this book will likely disappoint…

Reader rating

4.4

Based on 1 reviews

Eatbook Family editorial team

It demands an academically inclined reader who approaches food through a sociological or political lens. Those looking for quick weeknight dinners, accessible baking projects, or step-by-step techniques will find this edition unsuited to their needs. Instead, it appeals strictly to dedicated food writers and cultural researchers willing to engage with dense academic analysis. If you approach it as a political and social ethnography rather than a recipe book, it rewards patience, though casual cooks should look elsewhere.

❓ Frequently asked questions

It is primarily an academic study of food culture, not a practical cookbook. Expect analysis and essays rather than measurable ingredients and cooking steps.

The focus is on sociological and political themes, making it dense for those seeking quick meal inspiration. It suits readers interested in food studies over daily cooking.

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📜 Historical context

The work explores the social and political dimensions of Arab cooking within Israel, examining how food serves as a marker of identity and community. It delves into the complex relationships between cuisine and society, offering insights into the lived experiences of Palestinian cooks in Israel through the lens of their culinary traditions.