Pronounced: AHSH-ken-AH-zee, Origin: Hebrew, Jews of Central and Eastern European origin.
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Sephardic Cuisine: How It Emerged, Evolved, and Persisted
For centuries, Sephardic food was shaped not only by flavors and ingredients, but also by the need for Jews to conceal their identity.
The Bitter Jewish History of Eggplant
In 17th century Italy, “eggplant eyes” was a pejorative term for Jews.