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In Search of Israeli Cuisine is a 2016 documentary directed by Roger Sherman and hosted by James Beard Award-winning chef Michael Solomonov. The film delves into Israel's rich culinary landscape, exploring how over 100 cultures—including Jewish, Arab, Persian, Moroccan, and Russian—have influenced its vibrant food scene. Through visits to bustling markets, innovative restaurants, boutique wineries, and family kitchens, the documentary paints a flavorful portrait of a nation through its cuisine.
The film garnered acclaim on the festival circuit, winning Audience Awards at both the Cherry Hill and Palm Beach Jewish Film Festivals in 2016. It was showcased at over 60 international film festivals, including the Miami, San Francisco, and Atlanta Jewish Film Festivals, often to sold-out audiences. Critics praised its mouthwatering visuals and insightful exploration of cultural identity through food.
As executive producers, BTF is proud to have supported this compelling journey into the heart of Israeli cuisine and culture.
Jigsaw Productions was founded by Academy Award®-winning director Alex Gibney. Working with more than 85 directors over the last ten years, Jigsaw made its name producing some of the world’s most acclaimed documentaries.
KPBS Producers Club is a private, nonprofit American corporation that provides programming to its member stations, which are the public television stations across the United States and its territories.
CoPro is an Israeli nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting Israeli documentary films on the international stage. Through its flagship platform, CoPro.Screen, CoPro connects Israeli filmmakers with global decision-makers, including broadcasters, distributors, and festival programmers.
CoPro has been instrumental in bringing Israeli documentaries to a global audience, supporting over 250 completed films and numerous projects in development.
