On a visit to New York last summer, we stopped for coffee at a bakery and espresso shop famous for its original Cantucci on the edge of the Village. Cantucci are biscotti. … [Read more...] about Cantucci
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Handrajo Borekas for The Sephardic Temple Sisterhood
For several months I have been volunteering to help a group of Sephardic Temple Tifereth Israel (Los Angeles) sisterhood members plan a cooking class. Yesterday was the first in what the sisterhood plans to make a series. I taught a boreka class, including potato and cheese … [Read more...] about Handrajo Borekas for The Sephardic Temple Sisterhood
Schwarma
Schwarma is an extremely flavorful, spicy, Israeli, Middle Eastern masterpiece of a sandwich. You may think that this is something you can only eat at a restaurant or schwarma counter, but I beg to differ. Tonight I had my Superbowl inspiration to serve a schwarma buffet for … [Read more...] about Schwarma
Marmalade
It is citrus season in the desert of Southern California. The fragrance of citrus flowers wafts through the dry desert air and intense sunshine provides … [Read more...] about Marmalade
Fish Tacos
A mild grilled taste mixed with the flavor of roasted corn and bite of pico de gallo, all enlivened with a splash of fresh lime juice, I love fish tacos. Living in Southern California one becomes acquainted with fish tacos as part of the local cuisine. My oldest son recounts … [Read more...] about Fish Tacos
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