The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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After hamantashen, the only kosher bakery on Vancouver Island is making its mark—with a challah-donut
6 Mar 2023
My Way Bikery, the only kosher bakery in Victoria, B.C., offers traditional Purim hamantashen cookies and a unique creation called the challnut, a donut made...
6 Mar 2023
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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This 4-year-old got his dream birthday party—at a Metro grocery store in Picton, Ont.
7 Feb 2023
Lev Goldfarb, a 4-year-old boy, had his dream birthday party at a Metro grocery store in Picton, Ont., sparking goodwill in the small town. The party led to ...
7 Feb 2023
Jamie Geller
Jewish Apple Cake with Dikla Frances on Feed Your Soul with Jamie Geller
18 Jan 2023
Dikla Frances demonstrates how to make a traditional Jewish Apple Cake recipe on the YouTube show "Feed Your Soul with Jamie Geller."
18 Jan 2023
What Matters Now
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Tel Aviv's cocktail master talks hospitality and mixes a Boulevardier
17 Jan 2023
Ariel Leizgold, a leading figure in Tel Aviv's bar scene, shares his journey from a Russian-Israeli upbringing to establishing the innovative Bellboy Group. ...
17 Jan 2023
What Matters Now
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Use it all, says slow food, fermenting chef at Jaffa's award-winning OCD
13 Jan 2023
Shalom Simcha Elbert, head of research and development at Jaffa's acclaimed OCD restaurant, discusses his innovative approach to zero waste cooking through f...
13 Jan 2023
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Montreal kosher meat store J&R abruptly closed after 70 years. The reasons why were complicated
12 Jan 2023
After 70 years in operation, Montreal's J&R Kosher Meat and Deli abruptly closed, shocking the Jewish community. The owner, Sidney Nemes, cited three main re...
12 Jan 2023
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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How a plate of herring is the secret to Jewish unity
10 Jan 2023
Jeremy Urbach, a 21-year-old from Toronto, has gained popularity with his YouTube channel, Gishmak Herring, dedicated to reviewing the Ashkenazi dish. Inspir...
10 Jan 2023
Jamie Geller
Hanukkah inspired Challah Fritters with Faith Kramer on Feed Your Soul with Jamie Geller
14 Dec 2022
Learn how to make Hanukkah-inspired Challah Fritters from cookbook author Faith Kramer on an upcoming episode of Feed Your Soul with Jamie Geller.
14 Dec 2022
Unorthodox
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Truly Thankful: Ep. 339
24 Nov 2022
In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts reveal the winners of their fundraiser mystery boxes and dive into conversations on Jewish comfort food. Culinary hi...
24 Nov 2022
What Matters Now
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Israelis love these natural popsicles -- all year round
23 Nov 2022
Chef Nomi Zysblat shares her journey of creating Paletas, a Tel Aviv-based company crafting natural popsicles with local, seasonal ingredients inspired by Me...
23 Nov 2022
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The Jewish Flavor of the Pacific Northwest
14 Nov 2022
The Jewish community in the Pacific Northwest embraces a culinary heritage deeply rooted in the local, fresh bounty of the region. From hot smoked salmon to ...
14 Nov 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Want to run a deli? The owner of Vancouver's storied Omnitsky Kosher is looking to sell—or close shop
25 Oct 2022
In this episode, Efrem "Eppy" Rappaport discusses his decision to potentially sell or close the well-known Omnitsky Kosher deli in Vancouver due to upcoming ...
25 Oct 2022
Menschwarmers
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S3E17 - Buy me some pinot and Cracker Jack: Meet the MLB's first-ever master sommelier
3 Oct 2022
The San Francisco Giants made history by hiring Evan Goldstein, one of the few master sommeliers worldwide, as the first-ever master sommelier in Major Leagu...
3 Oct 2022
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How the Manischewitz gets made — a behind-the-scenes taste of America’s most iconic kosher wine
29 Sep 2022
Manischewitz wine, a staple during Jewish holidays, is made in a unique process known as Kosher Crush where all the wine for the year is produced in a single...
29 Sep 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Get a taste of Bonnie Stern's first cookbook in over a decade
29 Sep 2022
Bonnie Stern, a celebrated cookbook author, collaborates with her daughter Anna Rupert to release "Don't Worry, Just Cook," marking her first cookbook in ove...
29 Sep 2022
Unorthodox
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Family Hold Back: Ep. 331
22 Sep 2022
This episode of Unorthodox features kosher chef Kim Kushner discussing her Moroccan-influenced kosher cuisine and cookbook, while filmmakers Ken Burns and Sa...
22 Sep 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Greatest Hits: Modern diets are making us fat: A Canadian author explains food cravings
11 Aug 2022
In this episode, Canadian journalist Mark Schatzker discusses his book "The End of Craving" which explores how modern diets and food additives disrupt our br...
11 Aug 2022
What Matters Now
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Craft coffee and chocolate maker sells for social impact
10 Aug 2022
Jeff Abella of Moka Origins shares how his company blends artisanal coffee and chocolate production with social impact initiatives. The enterprise supports s...
10 Aug 2022
Bonjour Chai
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Definitely Not the Mafia
28 Jul 2022
Rabbi Saul Emanuel, executive director of the Jewish Community Council of Montreal and head of Montreal Kosher (MK), discusses the high cost of kosher meat a...
28 Jul 2022
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Manischewitz isn't just for your bubbe anymore
28 Jun 2022
Manischewitz, known for its traditional Jewish products like sweet wine and Passover treats, has recently been showcasing a more irreverent and playful side ...
28 Jun 2022
Bonjour Chai
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The Kosher Empire Strikes Back
24 Jun 2022
The podcast episode discusses the response to a previous episode on kosher food ethics, with a focus on Montreal's Vaad Ha'ir defending the high cost of kosh...
24 Jun 2022
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Bibi's Audacious Gambit—and Food, Inglorious Food!
21 Jun 2022
Dan Senor discusses the collapse of Israel's government as an audacious move by Bibi Netanyahu on a podcast. Also, the podcast features a discussion on an es...
21 Jun 2022
Bonjour Chai
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You Are What You Eat
16 Jun 2022
The podcast episode discusses recent kosher controversies, such as non-Orthodox certification, disruptive behaviors at kosher establishments, and scandals in...
16 Jun 2022
Unorthodox
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Stirring the Pot: Ep 321
16 Jun 2022
This episode of Unorthodox delves into the rich culinary history of Italian Jews with Benedetta Guetta, who discusses Jewish influence on Italian food, and B...
16 Jun 2022
Rivkush
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Michael Twitty on race, religion, politics and survival in America
7 Jun 2022
Michael Twitty, a renowned chef, author, and food historian who is proudly Black, gay, and Jewish, discusses race, religion, politics, and food in a recent i...
7 Jun 2022
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A schmaltzy fish tale for the hard of herring
26 May 2022
Herring, particularly matjes herring, is highlighted in this article as a beloved and flavorful delicacy in European countries like the Netherlands and Scand...
26 May 2022
Jamie Geller
Jamie Geller Reunites with Heroic Farmers in Jerusalem
15 May 2022
Jamie Geller reunites with heroic farmers in Jerusalem for a live event showcasing their resilience during Shmitah, with surprises and blessings from the str...
15 May 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Demand for food donations keeps spiking as Canadians enter their third pandemic Passover
5 Apr 2022
This episode of The CJN Daily highlights the increasing demand for Passover food donations in Canadian Jewish communities as the pandemic persists into its t...
5 Apr 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Why is kosher-for-Passover Coca-Cola different from all other Coca-Colas?
4 Apr 2022
This episode explores the tradition and significance of kosher-for-Passover Coca-Cola, which replaces high-fructose corn syrup with cane sugar to meet Passov...
4 Apr 2022
Jamie Geller
Bagels 5 Ways
15 Mar 2022
A YouTube video showcasing five unique ways to make and enjoy bagels, including a homemade bagel recipe, in celebration of this iconic Jewish food.
15 Mar 2022
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Corned beef, cabbage and Guinness hamantaschen for a special Purim
13 Mar 2022
This article discusses a unique Purim recipe for Corned Beef, Cabbage, and Guinness Hamantaschen, or shamrock-taschen, suitable for Purim and St. Patrick's D...
13 Mar 2022
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Overwhelmed by Purim guests? Make giant hamantaschen.
11 Mar 2022
To ease the overwhelm of preparing for Purim, Carly Pildis suggests making giant hamantaschen instead of many small ones. The recipe involves creating a larg...
11 Mar 2022
Jamie Geller
Vegan lover's Pecan Plate aka Mocked Chopped Liver with Nealy Fischer, The Flexible Chef!
3 Mar 2022
In this YouTube video, Nealy Fischer, also known as The Flexible Chef, demonstrates how to make a vegan version of Chopped Liver using pecans.
3 Mar 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Out of the Dragons' Den and into the fire: Amy Rosen on her 'humiliating' TV debut and new show
3 Mar 2022
Amy Rosen, a Jewish baking entrepreneur, discusses her challenging experience on CBC's Dragons' Den where she faltered over sales figures but found redemptio...
3 Mar 2022
Jamie Geller
Hojuelas For Purim, Chef Hélène Jawhara Piñer makes traditional Sephardi Purim Treats
9 Feb 2022
Chef Hélène Jawhara Piñer demonstrates how to make traditional Sephardi Purim treats called Hojuelas on the YouTube series "Feed Your Soul with Jamie Geller."
9 Feb 2022
Unorthodox
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Coming in Hot: Ep. 304
3 Feb 2022
In this engaging episode of Unorthodox, seasoned journalist Carl Bernstein shares insights from his memoir about his early career, while Jürgen Krauss, a non...
3 Feb 2022
Jamie Geller
Kasha Knish
24 Jan 2022
A tutorial on how to make customizable kasha knishes filled with potato, spinach, or broccoli, evoking feelings of nostalgia.
24 Jan 2022
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Modern diets are making us fat: A Canadian author explains food cravings
6 Jan 2022
In this episode, Canadian journalist Mark Schatzker discusses the influence of modern food manufacturing on our eating habits and weight gain, as explored in...
6 Jan 2022
Jamie Geller
Make Authentic Shakshuka and Delicious Soup LIVE with Jamie Geller and Israeli Farmers
29 Dec 2021
Cook along with Jamie Geller and Israeli farmers as they make authentic shakshuka and delicious soup live on YouTube.
29 Dec 2021
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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A Commentary Family Christmas!
24 Dec 2021
This podcast episode delves into a range of topics including holiday cooking, the enduring legacy of Charles Dickens, geopolitical tensions between Saudi Ara...
24 Dec 2021
Jamie Geller
Chef Beejhy Barhany cooks up some Ethiopian Red Lentils Stew
23 Dec 2021
Chef Beejhy Barhany appears on Feed Your Soul to demonstrate how to cook Ethiopian Red Lentils Stew, sharing her cultural background and culinary expertise a...
23 Dec 2021
Not That Kind of Rabbi
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Nettie Cronish
18 Nov 2021
Nettie Cronish is a noted food enthusiast who skillfully combines spirit, ethics, knowledge, and passion to create delicious vegetarian recipes. Her latest e...
18 Nov 2021
Promised Podcast
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The “From ‘Et Tu’ to ‘Me Too’” Edition
21 Oct 2021
Allison Kaplan Sommer, Miriam Herschlag, and Noah Efron discuss Yuli Edelstein challenging Benjamin Netanyahu's leadership of Likud, questioning if Netanyahu...
21 Oct 2021
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Wacky Mac vanished from Canadian grocery shelves and Jews are freaking out
18 Oct 2021
The episode delves into the sudden disappearance of Wacky Mac, a popular kosher macaroni and cheese, from Canadian stores, leaving Jewish communities scrambl...
18 Oct 2021
Jamie Geller
Middle Eastern Stovetop Flatbreads
19 Sep 2021
Learn how to make Middle Eastern stovetop flatbreads similar to pita bread, with a unique flavor and a pocket that can be filled with various ingredients lik...
19 Sep 2021
Jamie Geller
CLASSIC & MATBUCHA BIALYS
13 Sep 2021
The YouTube video showcases how to make classic and matbucha bialys, sharing the history and origin of this traditional Ashkenazi pastry popular among Jews i...
13 Sep 2021
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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The story behind Canada's new fully kosher-certified brewery
31 Aug 2021
In this episode, Ellin Bessner interviews Ben and Jamie Shillow, the Orthodox Jewish couple behind Canada's first fully kosher-certified craft brewery, Shill...
31 Aug 2021
Promised Podcast
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The “Thought for Food” Edition
29 Jul 2021
In this edition, Miriam Herschlag, Ohad Zeltzer-Zubida, and Noah Efron from the Times of Israel discuss the new Israeli government's approach to market-drive...
29 Jul 2021
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Matt Abergel: Running a Michelin-star Hong Kong restaurant during the pandemic
29 Jul 2021
In this episode, Canadian chef Matt Abergel discusses the challenges and achievements of running his Michelin-starred restaurant Yardbird in Hong Kong during...
29 Jul 2021
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For creamy and decadent Shavuot dishes, try tahini
14 May 2021
The article introduces creative Shavuot recipes incorporating tahini, focusing on Pumpkin Tahini Cheesecake Bites and Tahini Poppy Seed Dressing. Co-founder ...
14 May 2021