Sonya Sanford
Sonya Sanford is a writer, chef, and podcast host living in Portland, OR. She specializes in Ukrainian and Soviet food, Jewish diasporic cuisine, and Pacific Northwest seasonal cooking, and is the author of "Braids: Recipes From My Pacific Northwest Jewish Kitchen." You can find more of her work at www.sonyasanford.com and follow her on Instagram @sonyamichellesanford.
Articles by Sonya Sanford
This Portland Deli Has the Best Latkes In the U.S.
Sweet Lorraine’s proves Portland has a hunger for good Jewish food.
It Isn’t Rosh Hashanah at My House Without Smoked Fish
Unlike gefilte fish, this easy appetizer is a crowd-pleaser.
These Old Fashioned Apple Dumplings Are My Rosh Hashanah Comfort Food
Apple dumplings are rich and homey, and when drizzled in honey, they can sweetly welcome in the New Year.
Lox, Eggs and Onions Make the Perfect Jewish Breakfast
The LEO is a Jewish American staple.
These Ukrainian Cherry Dumplings Taste Like My Childhood
Sour cherry vareniki can be eaten as a main course or dessert.
This One-Bowl Tzimmes Cake Is Sweet Perfection
Combining sweet Ashkenazi tzimmes into baked goods has become an American Jewish tradition.
This Vegetarian Shawarma Recipe Is Perfect for Feeding a Crowd
This vegan main is versatile and customizable, and can be prepared in advance
Cheesy Greek Triangles Are the Perfect Savory Bite for Purim
This recipe originates from the Romaniote Jewish community, and is perfect for Shabbat and holidays.
This Sheet Pan Teriyaki Chicken Is a Shabbat Staple for Seattle Jews
Food in the diaspora is always influenced by our neighbors, and teriyaki is beloved in many Seattle Jewish homes.