History of Falafel in Timeline

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Falafel

Falafel is a deep-fried ball or patty originating from Egypt and popular in Middle Eastern, especially Levantine, cuisine. It's primarily made from ground broad beans, chickpeas, or a combination of both. The dish is a common street food and vegetarian option known for its savory flavor and crispy texture.

1936: First Attestation in English

In 1936, the term falafel was first attested in the English language. It has been spelled in various ways, including 'falafel', 'felafel', 'filafel', and 'filafil'.

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October 1939: First Mention of Falafel in Pita

In October 1939, The Palestine Post mentioned falafels served in pita bread as a street food for the first time.

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1941: Local Products Advocacy

In 1941, Journalist Dorothy Kahn Bar-Adon wrote that domestic science institutions advocated for the use of local products since the outbreak of war. Additionally, falafel was becoming a popular street food in Tel Aviv by the late 1930s.

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2008: Lawsuit Threat

In 2008, The Association of Lebanese Industrialists threatened a lawsuit against Israel claiming copyright infringement regarding the branding of Israeli falafel, hummus, tabbouleh, and other foods.

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