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FREE EVENT
Qesher Book Club:
Tasting Faith
Jews of India - Unveiling Stories, Sharing Recipes, and Preserving their Vibrant Legacy
Tuesday, January 20
USA 12:00 pm PT / 3:00 pm ET
UK 8:00 pm / France 9:00 pm / Israel 10:00 pm
The talk will last approximately 60 minutes
About this talk
Tasting Faith by Paushali Lass takes readers on a fascinating journey through the rich heritage of the Jews of India, told through the life of Ann Samson. From the warmth and vibrancy of her early years in India, where faith and tradition thrived, to the challenges of building a new life in Canada, Ann's story reflects the resilience of the Jews of India and the broader Jewish diaspora. Written by both Lass and Samson, the book highlights the balance between faith and adaptation, the importance of education in combating antisemitism, and the often-overlooked experiences of the "Jews of the East." Through food, tradition, and personal narrative, it celebrates a legacy of endurance and connection to Israel. Combining memoir, history, and culinary storytelling, it features recipes like Bene Israel lamb curry and masala chai, offering a rare perspective that unites Jewish and non-Jewish Zionists of Indian heritage in preserving Jewish identity and tradition.
You can read more and order the book here: https://www.tastingfaith.com/
About the Authors
Paushali Lass is an intercultural educator, writer and international speaker of Indian origin, based in Germany. With a deep connection to Israel, Paushali's work bridges Jewish and Christian communities, as well as cultures with a focus on education and faith-based initiatives. Passionate about culinary culture, Paushali likes to conduct culinary workshops that explore the intersection of food and culture.
Ann Samson, born in November 1941, grew up immersed in India's rich Jewish heritage, blending Bene Israel and Baghdadi traditions. After earning degrees in psychology, and education, she moved to Toronto in 1966 with her husband, Solomon, where she overcame challenges in having her qualifications recognised. Ann became a respected educator, ultimately serving as principal of Timberbank Junior Public School and championing multicultural initiatives in the Scarborough Board of Education. She retired in 1998.
In 1977, Ann returned to India to explore the history of Indian Jewry, producing a white paper that raised global awareness of the community. She also participated in the First World Conference on the Jewish Family Heritage in Jerusalem, in 1981. Ann was a founding member and president of Congregation BINA in Ontario, has remained active in Beth David Synagogue, has led tours to India on Indian Jewish heritage to this day.
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