From The Palestinian Information Center:
Otherwise known as Krembo, an immensely popular Israeli snack since Mandate Palestine times. Holy cultural appropriation, Batman!
Yup, you heard me. I am sure Krembo predates Shatawi. In fact, if you Google ‘Shatawi food’, there is one result only. Now Google ‘Krembo food.’
Gazans are definitely familiar with fake Krembo. And palestinians, in general, with culturally appropriating our food.
