Torah
What to make of those two ‘flying nuns’ in the Torah
The Torah column is supported by a generous donation from Eve Gordon-Ramek in memory of Kenneth Gordon. Beha’alotcha Numbers 8:1–12:16 In the darkest…
Organic Epicure
Frena dubbed 'Lifer Bakery' for hiring formerly incarcerated staff
Frena Bakery and Cafe opened in San Francisco four years ago and quickly became known for its savory stuffed Sephardic pastries like bourekas and…
Columns
Drake upstaged by toddler; Dylan turns 80; Judge Judy retires; etc.
Eurovision voters say no to Israeli There was no trophy for Eden Alene, the 21-year-old representing Israel at the Eurovision Song Contest this year. She…
The Matzo Chronicles
Three life lessons from sheltering in place
It’s been a hard year in oh so many ways. Now, thankfully, in most parts of the United States, we’re starting to emerge from the fear and isolation of…
Organic Epicure
For this chef, when a door closed, a Red Window opened
Food coverage is supported by a generous donation from Susan and Moses Libitzky. Chef Adam Rosenblum was in Spain with his wife on a research trip in…
Torah
The Torah has a lot to say about privilege
The Torah column is supported by a generous donation from Eve Gordon-Ramek in memory of Kenneth Gordon. Naso Numbers 4:21–7:89 As American society…
Small Bites
Nopa turns 15; Sabra Grill still alive; etc.
Food coverage is supported by a generous donation from Susan and Moses Libitzky. “Will Write for Food: Pursue Your Passion and Bring Home the Dough…
Act Two
Purging a lifetime of ‘stuff’ that nobody wants — except me
If you think you’re going to die, it’s best to clean up first. It’s bad enough to land in the emergency room with a safety pin in your underwear. But…
Torah
Cultural conformity on the road to Canaan
The Torah column is supported by a generous donation from Eve Gordon-Ramek in memory of Kenneth Gordon. Bamidbar Numbers 1:1–4:20 The Book of Exodus…