A Chanukah Miracle
That Isn’t Deep-Fried
There are lots of ways to make oil shine (and glisten) for Chanukah, and they don’t have to be deep-fried. This year, Judith put together a guide to a non-fried Chanukah.
The True Meaning of
(Jewish) Christmas
Even before she met her non-Jewish bashert (soul mate), Stacey discovered that Christmas wasn’t just a day for Christians, but rather for everyone who wants to spend time with people they love.
Recipe of the Week
When thinking about a cocktail to serve with a Chanukah meal, I…
Holidays & Occasions Rooted in History: Potatoes and Chanukah
We typically associate Chanukah with potatoes, but potatoes, although ancient, were not always part of the Chanukah repertoire. Nevertheless, the cold-loving starchy tuber took well to Chanukah’s dark time of year.
Holidays & Occasions Oy to the World: A Song for the Yule-Averse
It’s that time of year: when Christmas carols play nonstop everywhere you go. Here’s Laura Silver’s Jewish version of a classic carol—performed by classical singer Rachel Levine, too. Sing along!
Holidays & Occasions Go Deep (Fried) or Go Home
Here’s what we think: Chanukah comes just once a year, so make it count. Don’t waste time or calories on subpar temple carnival latkes. Instead, go for those foods that make Chanukah truly glisten.
Global Inspired Nourishing New Rituals and Traditions
Through her company Nourish Co., Kristin Eriko Posner, a Japanese-American Jew, brings together her Japanese heritage with her adopted Jewish culture and shows other blended families how to develop their own unique rituals.
