This hilarious HBO executive picks her 5 favorite Jewish documentaries
By Gabe Friedman (JTA) — Sheila Nevins may not be a household name, but she is a legend in the documentary film world. Since taking…
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Spiced Lamb and Hummus Stuffed Arepas Recipe
By Sandy Leibowitz (The Nosher via JTA) — I must have been about 6 or 7 years old and remember being eye level to my…
Hate in Charlottesville: The day the Nazi called me Shlomo
By Ron Kampeas CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (JTA) — The white supremacists, for all their vaunted purpose, appeared to be disoriented. Some 500 had gathered at a…
When a Major Jewish Holiday Clashes With a Major Family Wedding
By Debra Lynn Shelton (Kveller via JTA) — My cousin is getting married on Yom Kippur. And her dress rehearsal is on Kol Nidre. Yes, you…
Summer Corn and Zucchini Latkes Recipe
By Shannon Sarna (The Nosher via JTA) — Who says latkes are just for Hanukkah? Well, it’s not me. And summer is a great time…