You are going to crave this easy Israeli quiche
by Leanne Shor This recipe originally appeared on The Nosher. Americans don’t have nearly the appreciation that Israelis do for quiche. In the States, it’s…
2020
Kirk Douglas, iconic movie star who reconnected to Judaism later in life, dies at 103
by Tom Tugend LOS ANGELES (JTA) – Kirk Douglas, the legendary actor who portrayed legions of tough guys and embraced his Jewish heritage later in…
I’m done passing as a matrilineal Jew
by Rabbi Emily Cohen (This story originally appeared on Alma.) “Your Hebrew name?” the head of the yeshiva asked, pencil and paper poised to take…
Contemplating Earth-focused Judaism: Should we plant trees on Tu B’Shevat?
by Rabbi Gila Caine (Edmonton) – In honor of Tu B’Shevat, I’m going to point us in the direction of “Forest gardens” which is an alternative,…
Calgary Beth Tzedec brings back Burnstein’s ode to Robert Burns: February 13
by Maxine Fischbein (Calgary) – The Bard is back as Beth Tzedec Synagogue once again rolls out the red carpet for one of Calgary’s best…