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Jewish journal of Iceland
Food & Dining
Discover kosher-inspired Nordic cuisine, traditional Jewish recipes adapted to Icelandic ingredients, and reviews of Iceland's food scene from a Jewish cultural perspective.
Jewish Daily Blessings (and Why It’s Beautiful
✨ Waking Up with Wonder: Jewish Daily Blessings Explained - What Jews Say and Why It’s So Beautiful In Judaism, life itself is sacred -...
The Kosher Viking
6 days ago2 min read
5 Everyday Habits Secretly Harming Your Gut Health
Our digestive system is a world unto itself, teeming with countless bacteria – some beneficial, some harmful. The delicate balance...
Duba
Jun 92 min read
Green Zhoug – Spicy Cilantro Sauce
Zhoug (pronounced “zoog”) is a spicy herb sauce that comes from Yemen and is super popular in Israeli street food. It’s made from green...
Schmaltzy Chef
Jun 61 min read
Mount Sinai Challah: The Forgotten Treasure of Spanish Jewry
In the world of Jewish baking traditions, there is one creation that has almost disappeared from collective memory - Mount Sinai Challah....
Duba
Jun 22 min read
Pan-Fried Pita Bread! Soft, Puffy, and Pocket-Perfect
The History of Pita Bread Pita (also known as pitā , פיתה, خبز عربي) is one of the oldest types of bread known to humanity. Its origins...
Schmaltzy Chef
May 242 min read
Licorice: A Bridge of Bold Tastes Between Iceland and Jerusalem
If there's one flavor that can divide a dinner table faster than politics, it might just be licorice. But in Iceland, there is no such...
Duba
May 182 min read
Falafel!
A Crispy Middle Eastern Classic with Deep Roots Falafel is one of the Middle East’s most iconic street foods - a golden, crunchy fritter...
Duba
May 162 min read
6 Foods That Spike Your Blood Sugar the Most
Many foods - even those considered healthy - can significantly raise blood sugar levels, especially for people with diabetes or...
Duba
May 122 min read
Matbucha
History and Cultural Background Matbucha (مطبوخة in Arabic, meaning “cooked”) is a rich, slow-cooked tomato and pepper salad originating...
Schmaltzy Chef
May 82 min read
Hamin/Cholent: A Perfect Slow-Cooked Stew
What is Cholent? Cholent (pronounced "CHO-lent" or "CHUH-lent") is a traditional Jewish slow-cooked stew developed over centuries to...
Duba
May 24 min read
Shakshuka
A sizzling Israeli dish with deep roots and bright flavor 🍅 About Shakshuka: Shakshuka (שקשוקה) is one of Israel’s most beloved...
Duba
Apr 172 min read
Perfect One-Pot Mujadara with Green Lentils
Majdara (or مجدرة in Arabic) is a traditional dish in Middle Eastern cuisine, considered one of the most popular and beloved dishes in...
Schmaltzy Chef
Apr 172 min read
Fizz, Sugar, and Skyr: What Are Icelanders Really Drinking?
Let’s begin with a local joke: Only tourists buy bottled water in Iceland. The locals? They drink it straight from the tap, because...
Duba
Apr 42 min read
Charoset for Passover: A Sweet Tradition
Charoset is an essential part of the Passover Seder plate. This delicious mixture represents the mortar used by the Israelites during...
Duba
Apr 21 min read
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