The Times of Israel https://www.timesofisrael.com/writers/shira-buzelan/ News from Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish World Tue, 09 Jun 2026 01:25:57 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://static-cdn.toi-media.com/www/uploads/2018/11/toi_icon_512-200x200.png Shira Buzelan | The Times of Israel https://www.timesofisrael.com/writers/shira-buzelan/ 32 32 A traditional Israeli cheesecake enveloped by knafeh https://www.timesofisrael.com/a-traditional-israeli-cheesecake-topped-with-knafeh/ Wed, 20 May 2015 13:28:36 +0000 http://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=1183840 Syrup-soaked strands of dough form the base and topping for this soft, white Shavuot treat

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]]> The fried rolls of Tunisian fricassee https://www.timesofisrael.com/the-fried-rolls-of-tunisian-fricassee/ Thu, 18 Dec 2014 12:52:18 +0000 http://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=1105928 Looking for an excuse to fry something other than latkes? Try these doughy treats

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]]> Cook rustic roots for Sukkot https://www.timesofisrael.com/cook-rustic-roots-for-sukkot/ Tue, 07 Oct 2014 09:29:54 +0000 http://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=1071902 Sweet potatoes, carrots and parsnips with sundried tomatoes and silan

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]]> Blushing apricot tartlets as a delicate summer treat https://www.timesofisrael.com/a-delicate-diy-apricot-tartlet-for-the-summer/ Sun, 06 Jul 2014 00:22:39 +0000 http://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=1020394 Use ready-made puff pastry to create a fresh fruit pastry brushed with apricot preserves and almond paste

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]]> Arak-spiked ‘limonana’ with tapas for Independence Day https://www.timesofisrael.com/arak-spiked-limonana-with-tapas-for-yom-haatzmaut/ Sun, 04 May 2014 03:59:07 +0000 http://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=970022 Get the requisite barbecue started with some easy snacks for assuaging everyone's hunger

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]]> It tastes just like Manischewitz https://www.timesofisrael.com/it-tastes-just-like-manischewitz/ Wed, 09 Apr 2014 15:00:57 +0000 http://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=943994 The essence of oranges and nuts in an airy, spice-filled torte

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]]> Mull the wine in winter time https://www.timesofisrael.com/mull-the-wine-in-winter-time/ Thu, 13 Mar 2014 15:48:01 +0000 http://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=895634 Use a moderately-priced bottle of red for a warming after-dinner drink

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]]> Pumpkin pie for Hanukkah turkey eaters https://www.timesofisrael.com/pumpkin-pie-for-hanukkah-turkey-eaters/ Mon, 25 Nov 2013 04:15:56 +0000 http://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=760408 Thanksgivukkah is nigh and it's time to figure out how to bring olive oil into Thanksgiving dinner

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]]> Soup up https://www.timesofisrael.com/soup-up/ Thu, 17 Oct 2013 07:59:28 +0000 http://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=712564 Combine vegetables, quinoa and some chunks of cheese for a meal in one bowl

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]]> Traditional Rosh Hashanah fare, minus the sheep’s head https://www.timesofisrael.com/traditional-rosh-hashanah-fare-minus-the-sheeps-head/ Tue, 03 Sep 2013 12:10:57 +0000 http://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=659172 Braise beef cheeks in pomegranate sauce and wine for a festive holiday dish

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]]> Under the fig tree https://www.timesofisrael.com/under-the-fig-tree/ Mon, 12 Aug 2013 01:28:41 +0000 http://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=627574 Paired with soft goat cheese and silan honey and drizzled with a balsamic vinegar reduction, this late summer treat is delicate and sweet

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]]> Take bread and tomatoes to new heights https://www.timesofisrael.com/take-bread-and-tomatoes-to-new-heights/ Sun, 21 Jul 2013 03:56:40 +0000 http://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=598384 Broaching the idea of a summertime bruschetta

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]]> A touch of cardamom added to the richness of chocolate https://www.timesofisrael.com/a-touch-of-cardamom-added-to-the-richness-of-chocolate/ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 14:12:18 +0000 http://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=578482 The warmth of desert spices from the Bedouin in elegant, individual desserts

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]]> A unique infusion for chicken with kalamata olives https://www.timesofisrael.com/a-unique-infusion-for-chicken-with-kalamata-olives/ Sun, 16 Jun 2013 02:34:27 +0000 http://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=543710 There's no similarity between regular lemons and the citrusy sharpness of preserved baladi lemons when preparing poultry and beef

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]]> A drizzle of olive oil in a batch of tea cakes https://www.timesofisrael.com/a-drizzle-of-olive-oil-in-a-batch-of-tea-cakes/ Tue, 28 May 2013 09:43:35 +0000 http://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=511534 Lemon, lavender and the bounty of the land

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