In Search of Israeli Cuisine is a film that highlights the dynamic food scene in Israel. The film's chef/guide is Michael Solomonov, a James Beard Award winning chef and co-owner of acclaimed Zahav in Philadelphia. He is also the author of the cookbook Zahav (one of my most treasured books). The chef was born in Israel and has lived and traveled there frequently. This documentary follows Michael into hot restaurants and home kitchens, wineries and cheese makers, he eats street food and visits markets. All over the country, he discusses traditions, ingredients, the origins, and the future of Israeli Cuisine.

Check the film's page for more information or to request a screening in your area. 

October 20th, 2017 Update:  The documentary is now available on Netflix. I know what I'm doing next weekend.

December 5th, 2017 Update: The documentary is now available on Netflix in the U.S., Canada, and Israel, as well as iTunes and Video on Demand. 

Photo courtesy of Florentine Films.