Nosh - by Micah Siva (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Food is a central part of Jewish culture, and those who don't connect with the foods of yesterday may feel as though a part of their heritage is missing. Nosh is the vegetarian cookbook for the modern Jewish kitchen, drawing inspiration from history through a 21st century lens. With the rise in plant-based eating across the globe, Nosh is an ideal guide for those looking to connect with and share their Judaism in a way that feels authentic in today's landscape. The cookbook features: a comprehensive, plant-forward recipe collection spanning from breakfast and brunch right through to delectable desserts. 80+ vegetarian recipes including Savory Pulled Mushroom and Tofu "Brisket," Chickpea and Olive Shakshuka, and more. Stunning food photography, kitchen glimpses, and enlightening sidebars on the history of Jewish culinary traditions."--

Book Synopsis

For those who want to connect with Jewish culinary history while following a plant-based diet, Nosh offers more than 80 recipes that can be served at shabbat, holidays, and even better, every day.

"Yes, you can host a vegetarian Rosh Hashanah and a hearty, meatless Passover seder, especially with this book in hand."--Epicurious

"Many beloved Jewish dishes don't always align with a vegetarian diet--until now."--Food Network

Food is a central part of Jewish culture, and those who don't connect with the foods of yesterday may feel as though a part of their heritage is missing. Nosh is the vegetarian cookbook for the modern Jewish kitchen, drawing inspiration from history through a 21st century lens.

With the rise in plant-based eating across the globe, Nosh is an ideal guide for those looking to connect with and share their Judaism in a way that feels authentic in today's landscape. The cookbook features:

- A comprehensive, plant-forward recipe collection spanning from breakfast and brunch right through to delectable desserts.
- 80+ vegetarian recipes including Savory Pulled Mushroom and Tofu "Brisket," Chickpea and Olive Shakshuka, and more.
- Stunning food photography, kitchen glimpses, and enlightening sidebars on the history of Jewish culinary traditions.

Author, food writer, and registered dietician Micah Siva hopes to inspire meals not only for the holidays, but for the simple joy of elevating beloved Jewish flavors into everyday life.

Review Quotes

"[Nosh: Plant-For­ward Recipes Cel­e­brat­ing Mod­ern Jew­ish Cui­sine] is a note­wor­thy addi­tion to the Jew­ish cook­book canon. Whether you're prepar­ing a hol­i­day feast or a quick week­night meal, this cook­book has a plant-for­ward recipe that will fit on your table."--Jewish Book Council

"Jewish culinary enthusiasts hoping to add more plant-based meals to their formal and informal feasts will find a bevy of options in Siva's first cookbook."-- "Library Journal"

"This will appeal to anyone trying to convince Bubbe that Passover can be done without the meat, with genuinely appealing options." -- "Booklist"

"With its mix of plant-based twists on classic dishes and exciting new plates featuring global ingredients, Nosh is a tantalizing addition to the Jewish cookery canon."-- "Foreword Reviews"

"With so much to savor, this expert guide will be a boon to vegetarian cooks looking to enjoy traditional Jewish cuisine."-- "Publishers Weekly"

"Micah delivers an epic lineup of plant-focused favorites that encourages all types of cooks to grab a seat at her table. This is one book that will have you noshing nonstop from breakfast through dessert!"--Kelly Senyei, author of The Secret Ingredient Cookbook: 125 Family-Friendly Recipes with Surprisingly Tasty Twists and founder of Just a Taste

"Micah's plant-forward approach to Jewish food is fresh, vibrant, and full of joy."--Leah Koenig, author of The Jewish Cookbook and Portico: Cooking and Feasting in Rome's Jewish Kitchen

"No longer do vegetarians have to long for their beloved Jewish favorites. Nosh is a true culinary marvel."--Paula Shoyer, author of five kosher cookbooks, including The Healthy Jewish kitchen: Fresh, Contemporary Recipes for Every Occasion, and founder of The Kosher Baker

"With these delicious plant-forward recipes, Micah Siva highlights an exciting new direction in Jewish cuisine."--Bonnie Stern, author of Friday Night Dinners: Menus to Welcome the Weekend with Ease, Warmth and Flair and Don't Worry, Just Cook: Delicious, Timeless Recipes for Comfort and Connection

"Having a new look at how vegetables and fruits can work their way into our meals is only gonna make my Seder that much better. What a fantastic book."--Duff Goldman, author and Food Network star

About the Author

Micah Siva is a trained chef, registered dietitian, recipe writer, and food photographer, specializing in modern Jewish cuisine. After graduating from the Natural Gourmet Institute of Health & Culinary Arts, she pursued a career in nutrition and later worked for global brands, media outlets, and publications in food media. She shares Jewish-inspired, plant-forward recipes through her blog, Nosh with Micah. Micah lives in San Francisco, California, with her husband, Josh, and their mini sheepadoodle, Buckwheat.

Adeena Sussman's first solo cookbook, Sababa, was named a Best Fall Cookbook by The New York Times, Bon Appétit, and Food & Wine, was released by Penguin/Avery books in September 2019. Her followup cookbook, Shabbat, will be published by Penguin/Avery in 2023. She is also the coauthor of Gazoz: The Art Of Making Magical, Sparkling, Seasonal Drinks, and 14 other cookbooks. With Chrissy Teigen, Adeena coauthored the Cravings cookbook series, all three of which were New York Times bestsellers. She lives and cooks in the shadow of the Carmel Market in Tel Aviv.