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Thanksgiving has long been celebrated by American immigrants living in Israel, but what about Israelis, native Sabras, who don't know from pilgrims and pumpkin pie? Why would they celebrate this holiday about all foods related to pumpkin, stuffing and cranberries?

This week, we're speaking to Israelis who have long celebrated Thanksgiving, chef Snir Eng Sela and Tel Aviv resident Yael Cnaan, who speak about how and why they celebrate this very American holiday.

There's also a conversation with Gavi Nelson, the founder of Eating Around Israel, who exports his spice mixes, and created his own Middle Eastern version of pumpkin spice.

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IMAGE: Chef Snir Eng Sela's pumpkin pie at his bistro, Gouge and Daniel, where he often ends up eating most of the pie he makes, as Israeli customers often shy away from this most American of Thanksgiving desserts.

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