Rome is home to one of Europe's oldest and most delicious Jewish cuisines. Shaped by centuries of hardship and a tightly bound community that stands 16,000 strong today, the Roman Jewish kitchen is defined by its simple-but-elegant approach to vegetables, its love of frying foods, its saucy braised meats, and its beguiling desserts. Join award-winning writer Leah Koenig, author of Portico: Cooking and Feasting in Rome's Jewish Kitchen as she shares the history behind the cuisine while preparing the Amaretti (Chewy Almond Cookies) from Portico in an expert presentation-style demonstration. 

Attendees will get to see first-hand how Leah bakes her Amaretti and ask questions about how to recreate the popular treat at home or any of the other delicious recipes featured in Portico.

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