Jewish Roller Derby is here to shatter the stereotype of Jewish women
by Emily Burack (Alma) – Roller derby is known for many things: badass women, hilarious punny names, and of course, amazing feats of roller skating…
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Veggie shwarma pita sandwich: A meat-free alternative for lunch or dinner
by Emanuelle Lee This recipe originally appeared on The Nosher. Pita bread is often stuffed with spiced, shaved shwarma meat or crunchy, deep-fried falafel. But…
Folk Fest and Fringe are gems of the summer festival season in Edmonton
By Deborah Shatz (EJNews) – Summer in Edmonton means the return of festival season in Alberta’s Capital. Now that the fabulous Heritage Festival has come…
Pashtida with zucchini, corn and tomatoes: A colorful celebration of summer produce
by Emanuelle Lee This recipe originally appeared on The Nosher. Pashtida (a crustless quiche) is beloved and common in Israel, where it is enjoyed at…
Before his death at 27, Jewish movie star Anton Yelchin did it all — while battling a secret illness
by Stephen Silver (JTA) — When movie star Anton Yelchin was crushed between his Jeep and a brick pillar outside his home in June 2016,…