When in Purim, Eat Like the Persians

Most traditional Ashkenazi Purim treats have something to do with Haman's body, but the Persian custom pays homage to Esther's own culinary habits.

Vered Guttman

14.02.2013 | 18:20

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While most of us simply eat hamantaschen for Purim, it’s quite astonishing to discover the many symbolic dishes and food-related traditions are associated...

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