Book excerpt: "The Simcha Cookbook features Chef Avi Shemtov's critically acclaimed cuisine, which is centered around bringing people together for a delicious shared experience. From chickpea poutine to crispy salmon rice, shakshuka, and spicy chocolate halvah these exciting recipes are inspired by myriad cultural influences and span appetizers, salads, and entrees, as well as brunch dishes, desserts, and cocktails. Graze, share, enjoy, and celebrate with The Simcha Cookbook."--Back cover.