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Praying for Permission

More than anything else this year, I want permission to pray for peace.

The Chef Keeping Jewish Food Alive…with Bacon

His food is deeply rooted in tradition, with some delicious, more modern dishes.

Parshat Beha’alotcha: Summary

The Israelites receive instructions regarding Passover, journey forth from Sinai and complain to God on several occasions.

Shiva: What You Need to Know

Questions and answers about traditions for the seven-day Jewish mourning period.

Sweet Potatoes and Carrots with Apple Cider and Thyme

Next to pumpkin, apple cider might be one of my favorite flavors of fall. I like it hot and spicy, ...

Matrimony: An Excerpt

Yesterday I posted an interview I did with Joshua Henkin, author of the new novel Matrimony. Now here’s an excerpt ...

Significant Numbers in Judaism

A look at some numbers — from seven to 18 to 613 — that have Jewish significance.

The Shofar Saga

How easy is it to make your own?

Fasting and Asceticism

What is prohibited on Yom Kippur?

These 7 Trendy Restaurants are Hosting Passover Seders So You Don’t Have To

Forget patchke-ing in the kitchen, and go out for Passover dinner this year.

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