I am a great fan of Sephardi food and own several Sephardi cookbooks. Twena has assembled a wide ranging collection of recipes from the many countries whose Jewish communities fall under the classification "Sephardi". A comment on the origin of the recipe or its appeal personalises each dish. Many Sephardi recipes can be complex and time consuming, but Twena's are generally quick to prepare. Despite several deep fried delicacies and olive oil starring in many others, there are enough low fat recipes to satisfy the calorie conscious. This book is a great purchase for someone searching for a different and imaginative style of cooking, or to duplicate their mother's or grandmother's specialties.