Why Are These Icelandic Christmas Sweets Known as ‘Jewish Cookies’?
by Rachel Ringler (JTA) – You have heard of the wandering Jew, but have you heard of the wandering Jewish cookie? As Jews move from…
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Shwarma chicken kebabs: Perfectly spiced, quick to make and oh-so-juicy
by Chaya Rappoport (This recipe originally appeared on The Nosher.) If you think chicken kebabs sound boring, I don’t blame you. Usually they are. And…
Here’s a fresh take on whitefish salad: Make it with labneh and lemon
by Rebecca Firkser (The Nosher via JTA) – Few things are more reminiscent of classic Jewish deli fare than whitefish salad. And while buying it…
This new movie about Jewish and Palestinian foods is streaming on Amazon Prime
by Gerri Miller (This story and recipe originally appeared on The Nosher.) – To quote noted Israeli chef Yotam Ottolenghi, “Food can bring people together…
Summer special: Brisket tacos with carrot slaw
by Rebecca Firkser (This recipe originally appeared on The Nosher.) When I was growing up, I knew brisket as an island of meat in a…