All in the Family: al-‘Amad lil Halaweh’s 100 Mouthwatering Years in Jerusalem’s Old City
The report highlights **al-‘Amad lil Halaweh**, a century-old family-run halaweh (halva) shop in Jerusalem’s Old City, renowned for its high-quality, handmade sweet paste made from halva root, tahini, and sugar. The business, now in its third generation, has preserved its traditional recipe while introducing modern flavors like vanilla, pistachio, and chocolate. Owner Ribhi al-‘Amad emphasizes the shop’s commitment to authenticity and natural ingredients, offering a vegan and gluten-free product. Despite challenges, the family takes pride in their legacy and hopes future generations will continue the tradition, celebrating their deep connection to Jerusalem’s cultural and culinary heritage.
This entry is original published by My Jerusalem Story .
