Tu B’Shevat is a wonderful, fun holiday that celebrates the birthday of the trees. It’s always meant that spring would be coming … more

Greek Jews are no strangers to moussaka, the rich casserole traditionally made from eggplant and lamb and thickly layered with bechamel. But because kosher laws prohibit the consumption of milk and … more

Why use several different pots and pans when you can fit a full meal into one? Bachsh is a traditional Bukharian rice and meat dish loaded with aromatic onions and fresh herbs … more

This past weekend, my husband and I had the privilege of dog-sitting for my granddog Murphy. This time, Murphy’s parents (my daughter and son-in-law) weren’t here; they were off to a … more

Tahini is certainly having “a moment.” This ancient condiment is just about everywhere these days — including in sweet treats and desserts. This savory ground sesame … more

As a kid in Hebrew school, I learned that my classmates would have apples and honey and round challah at Rosh Hashana, and that was pretty much it when it came to their food traditions. But at home … more

If you’re staying in town and haven’t completed your Pesach shopping, no worries — you’ll have lots of company at any kosher supermarket, most of which will be open super-late on Wednesday … more

The upside of all the rain we’ve had this past month is that the rhubarb in my yard is phenomenal this year. The leaves are two feet across and the stalks are two feet high and as thick as … more

With the holidays upon us, I find that I need more oven space than I have. I do have a great oven — three racks, six burners and lots of space — but with a big crowd it is never … more

As seen though the eyes of the (mostly) liberal Jewish media By David Benkof Issue of Dec. 19, 2008 / 22 Kislev 5769 This year saw many significant Jewish events, but which … more