Poopa Dweck is an expert on Aleppian Jewish cookery and the creator of “Deal Delights” cookbooks. Her latest book, “Aromas of Aleppo,” about the cuisine of the Jews of this Syrian city, has been praised for its beautiful portrayal of this community’s culinary traditions, history and lore. Mario Batali writes: “I love every single dish and photo in this book, and the natural simplicity of the recipes make it all so easy.” Dweck is an active community leader and frequently lectures and performs cooking demonstrations. She is also the founder of the Jesse Dweck City Learning Center and the Daughters of Sarah, and the counfounder of the Sephardic Women’s Organization. Dweck lives in Deal, New Jersey with her husband and five children.

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