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Elisheva Urbas shares her journey of struggling to find a Rosh Hashanah honey cake recipe that is both enjoyed and finishes quickly in the household. After e...

Carrots have long been a symbolic food for Rosh Hashanah, representing plenty and prosperity. In Moroccan Jewish tradition, a salad made from carrots cut int...

The Israeli Honey Board's annual honey festival, timed for the High Holidays, showcases the country's honey industry with activities such as tours, tastings,...

In Israel, the coffee culture has evolved over the years, shifting from instant coffee to a wide variety of options in trendy cafs where people socialize, wo...

The author reflects on family history and connects with her ancestral roots while harvesting fruit on her farm, imagining the stories behind the fruit trees ...

"Honey Cake: An Icon of Celebration and Tradition" discusses the significance of honey cake, or lekach, in Jewish culture, particularly during the holiday of...

Mimi Sheraton fondly recalls her grandmother, a talented cook inspired by a Hungarian neighbor, renowned for her rich honey cake made with boiled honey. Sher...

For Sukkot this year, when cooler weather calls for heartier meals, consider serving nourishing and meat-free dishes like Lily’s Red Lentil Soup filled with ...

To help an overweight child avoid diabetes, consider sending nutrient-dense, low-sugar snacks like cut-up fruits and vegetables, string cheese, nuts and seed...

After the communist regime in Hungary restricted the use of rich and fancy ingredients, traditional Jewish recipes like Jewish eggs lost their original flavo...

Ayanna Nahmias shares a poignant account of her struggle to maintain kashrut while visiting Zimbabwe after inheriting her father's property. Despite owning a...

The article explores the author's quest for the perfect cold borscht, highlighting the variations in ingredients and preparations between different Eastern E...

Lloyd Handwerker's book "Famous Nathan" chronicles how his grandfather Nathan Handwerker founded the iconic Nathan's Famous hot dog stand in Coney Island in ...

The author, who is allergic to dairy and wheat, reflects on the challenges of participating in Jewish communal events and holidays due to food restrictions. ...

Azerbaijan is home to a historic Jewish community dating back centuries. While once numbering around 59,000, most have since emigrated, with many settling in...

Chloe Wise's "Star of Larry David (wonky)" is a curious piece featured at the NADA Art Fair, known for its unique bacon Star of David made with oil paint on ...

In a discussion on the StreetWise Hebrew podcast, host Guy Sharrett delves into the multifaceted meanings of the Hebrew word "kasher" beyond its common assoc...

"The Settlement Cook Book" by Lizzie Black Kander, a Jewish reformer in early 20th-century America, was a significant culinary guide aimed at assimilating Je...

In "Rhapsody in Schmaltz: Yiddish Food and Why We Can't Stop Eating It," Michael Wex, known for his work on Yiddish language and culture, delves into the rea...

Chef Ari White, known as the Brisket King of New York City, won a competition with his lamb brisket and also made a delicious lambcetta at an event. He learn...

Lettuce, often a staple in Pesach meals, indeed has nutritional value despite popular misconceptions. While iceberg lettuce is low in calories and nutrients,...

The article presents five innovative hamantaschen recipes perfect for Purim celebrations. The recipes include an Asian twist with black sesame seeds, a vegan...

Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield, founders of Ben and Jerry's, have shown their support for presidential candidate Bernie Sanders by creating a new ice cream f...

Nina Safar offers a playful twist on traditional Purim hamantaschen by creating a recipe for vegan Pop-Tart hamantaschen. The recipe includes a flaky pastry ...

The article discusses the significance of lentils in the Bible, focusing on the story of Jacob and Esau. It delves into how the consumption of lentil stew by...

Russ & Daughters, the renowned appetizing shop, has opened a 70-seat kosher restaurant in partnership with the Jewish Museum in Manhattan. This new location ...

Rachael Fox, while working in a cafe on Marthas Vineyard, created a new version of the black-and-white cookie inspired by her fond memories of Canters Deli i...

The article discusses homemade date honey, known as devash in Hebrew and considered a representation of dates in the seven species traditionally eaten on Tu ...

Tu B'Shvat, the Jewish new year for trees, traditionally observed on the 15th of Shvat, is a celebration that includes consuming fruits and nuts, like almond...

The debate over whether to scoop out the insides of bagels to save calories stirs strong emotions, especially among New Yorkers who see bagels as a sacred fo...

In a live episode of Unorthodox from Washington DC, Jewish food expert Joan Nathan discusses Yemenite chicken soup, Libyan Jewish cuisine, and her experience...

Keton, a historic Tel Aviv restaurant established in 1945, has been a hub for Israeli artists, writers, and musicians, serving traditional Ashkenazi dishes s...

Three diverse and delicious dairy dishes perfect for Chanukah celebrations are highlighted in this piece. The first dish is Individual Mac N Cheese by Kim Ku...

The author reflects on their lack of enthusiasm for latkes, despite coming from a family of potato lovers and belonging to a Jewish community with strong ass...

Syrian Jews often include meatballs like albondigas or keftes in their Hanukkah meals, a tradition stemming from their heritage in Aleppo. One recipe, handed...

The text discusses the author's experience with an Argentinian dish called carbonada criolla, a beef stew traditionally served in a pumpkin or squash. The st...

The author reflects on receiving a gift of bagels from Zabars, highlighting the deep connection between bagels and their Jewish identity. The bagels evoke fe...

Israeli cuisine has gained popularity in America largely due to the success of Philadelphia-based chef Michael Solomonov and his restaurant Zahav. The releas...

Daniel Thompson, the inventor of the Thompson Bagel Machine, passed away at 94. He revolutionized the bagel industry by creating a machine that automated bag...

For a delicious Yom Kippur break-fast menu that will make fasting worth it, consider preparing dishes like Charred Eggplant Dip with Maple Drizzle, Carameliz...

Fania Lewando, a chef and owner of Vilna's Vegetarian-Dietetic Restaurant in pre-Holocaust Poland, highlighted the benefits of plant-based foods in her 1938 ...

The author shares a recipe for Lamb Tagine with Apricots and Prunes inspired by their experiences in Morocco and Israel, aiming to evoke warm flavors for Ros...

Tami Ganeles Weiser is a multi-talented professional with a background in law and a passion for food. She is a writer, food anthropologist, culinary educator...

Murrays Bagels in New York, known for its no-toasting policy on bagels for almost 20 years, has recently reversed this rule due to customer demand. The decis...

Rosh Hashanah offers more than just apples and honey for its festive meals; the holiday also includes eating pomegranates, dates, and new fruits of the seaso...

Sukkot, a holiday celebrating the harvest, involves meals in temporary shelters, symbolizing the ancestors' desert dwellings. To honor this theme, focus on f...

Heinz, a brand synonymous with ketchup in the United States, can no longer label its product as ketchup in Israel due to a ruling by the Israeli Health Minis...

The article discusses the ancient origins of stuffed grape leaves, a popular dish in Jewish communities around the Middle East with variations in Greek, Iraq...

The text provides a recipe for Plum Pecan Rugelach by Margot Kahn, inspired by Anna Zylberberg's recipe, and a recipe for Red Plum Jam by Kate Lebo. The ruge...

A mother recounts the challenges of adjusting her family's diet after discovering her daughter's egg allergy, leading to the need for eggless Jewish recipes....