Tonight marks the end to the month-long group of holidays and celebrations that began with Rosh Hashanah and ended with Simhat Torah. After many dinners and trying out a lot of new crowd pleasing recipes, it is time to share … [Read more...] about Best Brisket
Chanukah
The Eighth Night
Dinner for the eighth night of Hanukah was just going to be the four of us. I was looking for inspiration. I considered the many nights of heavy eating, what about some fish for a lighter take, then I thought about the few zucchinis still left in the refrigerator along with some … [Read more...] about The Eighth Night
Bumuelos or Sephardic Beignet
Hot from the sizzling oil, dripping with warm, lemon scented, honey syrup the bumuelo is a Sephardic tradition. That first bite of sweet crispy goodness is worth the calorie conscious guilt I will feel after eating this traditional goodie. … [Read more...] about Bumuelos or Sephardic Beignet
Borekas With Nuts and Honey
This little nut filled boreka, with a slightly sweet, crisp crust, is simmered in syrup flavored with honey and lemon after baking. They are … [Read more...] about Borekas With Nuts and Honey
Pescado Frito
A crisp golden outside leads to moist, flaky, white fish on the inside. Fried fish is one of my favorite dishes for a weeknight dinner or a traditional Turkish Sephardic Shabbat or holiday lunch. For dinner, all you need to add is a crisp Greek salad, mashed potatoes or ‘macaron … [Read more...] about Pescado Frito
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