Miriam Kresh

Miriam Kresh

Miriam Kresh is an American ex-pat living in Israel. Her love of Middle Eastern food evolved from close friendships with enthusiastic Moroccan, Tunisian and Turkish home cooks.

She owns too many cookbooks and is always planning the next meal.

Miriam can be reached at miriam (at) greenprophet (dot) com.

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Tu B’Shvat Ecology Study Opportunities, 2012

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The 15th day of the Jewish month of Shavat signals the launching of new Jewish eco-education programs. A potent mystical, ecological, legal and historical mix  runs through Tu B’Shvat, a date known as the New Year For The Trees. For…

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Tikun Olam, Israel’s Hidden Marijuana Farm

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Founded by a retired biologist who supplied cancer patients with home-grown marijuana, Tikun Olam farm grows the herb and gives guidance to people disabled by pain. We may associate growing marijuana with furtive operations and police raids, but in Israel…

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Israel Relaxes Regulations On Medical Marijuana

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Israel’s recent decision to permit greater use of medical marijuana may relieve thousands suffering from chronic pain. Cannabis is known to give blessed relief from the pain of cancer. Yet the plant helps people suffering from many other ailments, such…

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Vegan Chickpea and Artichoke Salad (RECIPE)

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A hearty vegan warm salad, perfect for winter. Chickpeas are a perennial favorite in the Middle East. Their earthy flavor is always wisely paired with something sharp, like onions, as in our chickpea sambusak recipe, or with lemon. And happily,…

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Study Links Fluoride to Cardiovascular Disease

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New study shows connection between fluoride consumption and hardening of the arteries. Our previous post on fluoride brought up some startling facts on the dangers lurking in our water. Water laced with fluoride, that is. The list of ills associated…

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Vimto’s Moldy Soft Drink Recalled in Dubai

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Dubai Municipality seizes thousands of Vimto soft drink bottles infested with floating fungi. Vimto is the Middle East’s favorite soft drink. It’s especially appreciated as an instant energy boost after the daily fast during Ramadan month. We’re well aware that juice…

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