Joan Nathan recounts a memorable trip to Israel for her husband Allan's 74th birthday in June 2019, where they explored the Negev desert and Jerusalem. The t...

This article reflects on the author's experiences with Ethiopian Jews and their version of Friday night dinner. The author recalls visiting Ethiopian priests...

Shakshuka is a popular egg dish that originated in Israel, specifically at a restaurant called Dr. Shakshuka in Jaffa. The dish itself has its roots in Ottom...

The author discusses the Jewish dish called pletzel, which is compared to focaccia by a food magazine editor. The dish originates from Bialystok in Poland an...

This article discusses the rising popularity of tahini, a paste made from sesame seeds, particularly in the United States. The author describes their trip to...

Kasha Varnishkes, a traditional Eastern European dish, was popular before the arrival of potatoes in the 17th and 18th centuries. Buckwheat groats, known as ...

The article discusses the author's experience making pita bread and their apprehension about whether the bread would puff up properly. They used a new trick ...

The author reminisces about their family's collection of handwritten German recipes for traditional kuchen, including apple, lemon, and apricot kuchen. These...

Mamaliga, a traditional Romanian dish, has been enjoyed by both Jews and non-Jews in the country. It is a porridge made from cornmeal and often served with s...

For the past 30 years, Robyn and Jeffrey Shiovitz have held a festive Passover Seder in their basement adorned with a colorful tent, now attended by close fa...