The Jewish Diaspora

Exile has been a common thread throughout the history of the Jewish people. It is this, linked with intrinsic religious and cultural considerations, that has been a major factor in developing a cuisine that is as diverse as it is delicious. As communities fled from one country to another, they took with them their culinary traditions but also adopted new ones along the way.

With the destruction by the Romans of the Second Temple in Jerusalem in 70ce (ad), the Jews were banished from their holy city. Since that date, they have travelled the world establishing communities, many of which lasted for centuries, before being forced to flee once more.