Israel

The (com)Promised Land Dispatch 5: Kingdoms of Sand and Stone

Anonymous — Sat, 20 Mar 2004 03:31:49 +0000

I'll tell you what I love. I love standing in the dusty no-man's-land between two borders, feeling the wind blow and reading signs in two languages. Behind me, the high, tight fences and ironic...

Asian Films Play "I've Got a Secret" at San Jose'sCinequest 2009

Anonymous — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 03:29:59 +0000

Each year, ThingsAsian features reviews of all the Asian and Asia-related films entered for competition in San Jose's Cinequest Film Festival. This year, there were thirteen entries available for screening, and at least one of the characters in each film has a compelling secret that is key to its outcome. Read the reviews below to discover the clues to these fascinating mysteries.

I Never Got Used To The Guns

Anonymous — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 17:03:54 +0000

It seems that every time you turn around in Israel you seem someone with a gun. In a crowded restaurant I had to ask a man to move his gun so I could sit in the seat beside him.

Film Review: Lemon Tree

Anonymous — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 22:08:00 +0000

A lemon grove that lies on the border between Israel and the West Bank is the focus of this film, in which Salma Zidane, a Palestinian widow, must defend her family legacy against the destructive edict of Israeli security forces.

Film Review: The Syrian Bride

Anonymous — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:48:08 +0000

Directed by Eran Riklis, The Syrian Bride casts a spotlight on the ongoing territorial dispute between Israel and Syria within the context of a bride-and-groom-to-be from opposite sides of the border as they attempt to hold a simple wedding ceremony. And as if even the simplest wedding ceremony isn’t emotionally charged enough, the marriage between Mona and Tallel is overshadowed not only by international politics, but by family politics as well.

The(com)Promised Land

Anonymous — Sun, 29 Feb 2004 23:57:21 +0000

Join travel writer Jeff Greenwald, the author of Shopping for Buddhas , The Size of the World , and Scratching the Surface , on his first trip to Israel. The (com)Promised Land: Dispatches from Israel...

I Was a Bedouin For A Day

Anonymous — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 15:40:10 +0000

I stayed in a Bedouin camp in the Negev Desert and learned about the history and culture of the Bedouin people.

Recipe: Lemon Chicken

Anonymous — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 19:59:29 +0000

The flavors of this easy entrée are fresh and simple. The lemony top note is nicely balanced with the savory elements of garlic and onions and the earthy spice of cumin.

The (com)Promised Land: Dispatches from Israel & Beyond

Anonymous — Thu, 19 Feb 2004 17:41:53 +0000

Join travel writer Jeff Greenwald, the author of Shopping for Buddhas , The Size of the World , and Scratching the Surface , on his first trip to Israel. These real-time dispatches, sponsored by...

The(com)Promised Land Dispatch 3: Shabbat in Jerusalem - Of Wine and Walls

Anonymous — Wed, 03 Mar 2004 19:02:43 +0000

I found the 8.5 x 11" poster on a stack inside the Jewish Student Information Center. A crude photocopy, in black and white, it showed a scene from Seinfeld, with Kramer leaning hilariously into the...

The(com)Promised Land Dispatch 4: Wall-Eyed

Anonymous — Thu, 11 Mar 2004 13:17:49 +0000

Damascus Gate was nearly empty at 9 a.m., the sun leaning lightly on the flagstones of East Jerusalem. I bought the Herald Tribune and read about Mars, waiting for the woman who would be my liaison in...

Film Review: Bonjour Monsieur Shlomi

Anonymous — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:30:35 +0000

The Bar-Dayan family is in the throes of chaos and turmoil. At the eye of the Bar-Dayan family storm is Shlomi, a high school student who struggles with his math tests. But despite his academic handicaps, he is ever at the ready to lend a supportive shoulder and an attentive ear to help his family resolve their daily discord.

Israeli Yemenite Shabbat Fish

Anonymous — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 21:28:32 +0000

This dish has a strong Yemenite influence, as there is a large Yemenite population in Israel. A whole fish is roasted over a bed of fresh vegetables, drizzled with olive oil, and lemon juice, and seasoned with a spice blend called Hawaij, which is essential to the cuisine of Yemen. This preparation technique yields a beautiful and delicious one-dish meal.

Destination: Israel

Anonymous — Fri, 27 Feb 2004 00:56:33 +0000

Dear Cyberpals, In 1994, to celebrate my 40th birthday, I circumambulated the globe without the benefit of airplanes. During that 9-month, 29,157-mile odyssey, I became the first travel writer to...

Recipe: Israeli Fish Cakes with Yogurt Dipping Sauce

Anonymous — Sat, 17 Apr 2010 01:41:57 +0000

With their crunchy matzo meal breading and piquant yogurt dipping sauce, these crispy-golden fish cakes are sure to be the star of any menu.