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The Best Jewish Food in San Francisco

A cultivated list of classic and innovative eats in collaboration with The Gefilteria.

A Historical View of Pidyon HaBen

From biblical to contemporary times, how Jews have practiced this ceremony of redemption of the first-born.

Eating Our Way Through Hurricane Sandy

I am writing from Starbucks where I am hoping 1) the wireless holds out until I can press ‘publish’ on ...

Packing and Labeling

I’d like to say that my wife, Cynthia, my son, Jonah, and I are enjoying a wide variety of family ...

Shabbat Dinner Exploits: The Good, The Bad, and the Commonwealth

Months ago I had an idea for a themed Shabbat dinner: I would invite all of my friends from Commonwealth ...

No Choice But to Dance

Believe me, I wish I did, but I have no choice but to dance. It chose me. It is amazing ...

What a Bar/Bat Mitzvah Guest Needs to Know

What to expect and how to behave at a bar/bat mitzvah service.

How to Say Friday Night Kiddush

This blessing over wine is commonly recited at home.

How to Experience Shabbat as Redemption

The sea of Sabbath rules and restrictions can be overwhelming. Here's how to experience them as joy and freedom.

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