Celebrating Modern Jewish Living Through Food, Tradition, and Family


This layered gefilte fish torte is an elegant take on the old classic. It’s easy to make and tastes as good as it looks.
The Backstory:Â There are hundreds of variations of this classic, Jewish first course but this layered gef[…]-READ-MORE>

Tangy chicken with salad dressing and onion soup is the perfect weeknight dinner!
The Backstory:Â Â Every time I speak with someone and I tell them that I am gathering recipes, before I even ask them if they want to share with […]-READ-MORE>

These delicious tarts are so simple to make and they turn out the most delicious summer dessert. Puff Pastry Plum Tarts also work with apples, peaches, and berries and will become one of your favorite go-to desserts.
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The Backstory:Â What would Thanksgiving be without its magnificent side dishes? Some years, I think I’d rather eat a plateful of side dishes than the big bird itself, and I’m the one who usually cooks our turkey. Go figure! More o[…]-READ-MORE>

Spinach cheese bake is a decadent, creamy dip that’s a perfect party appetizer with crackers or pita wedges.
The Backstory: I am a cheese lover. Now pair this with spinach, mushrooms and onions, and this  becomes another favo[…]-READ-MORE>

Almond-crusted pound cake gives plain old pound cake a crunchy, nutty makeover in this easy, delicious recipe.
The Backstory:Â I have always loved vanilla cakes, good homemade gold cakes, and pound cakes in particular for the s[…]-READ-MORE>

Evy’s apricot coconut balls are sweet, chewy confections that taste as good as they look. Perfect for a shower, holiday buffet or party favor.
The Backstory:Â Evy’s apricot coconut balls come to The Jewish kitchen from Evy Gold[…]-READ-MORE>

The Backstory:Â This delicious, fresh salad originated in the Middle East and has become a popular and welcome staple in many supermarkets and homes in the U.S. and around the world. Â When people migrated to other countries, thei[…]-READ-MORE>

An old-fashioned, chocolaty classic that deserves its place in history. It’s. That. Good.
The Backstory:Â There must be something wrong with me because I’m physically restraining myself from getting out of this chair, baking th[…]-READ-MORE>

Creamy potatoes layered over zesty beef in a savory tomato sauce make Mom’s Shepherd’s Pie comfort food the whole family will enjoy.
The Backstory:Â Shepherd Pie, is one of my mom’s Summer Specials. Â That is the only time she […]-READ-MORE>

Light, airy, and with just a touch of chocolate, our meringue cookies are perfect two-bite treats (great for Passover!)
The Backstory:Â These crisp and delicious meringue cookies are a perfect example of why I created The Jewis[…]-READ-MORE>

The Backstory:Â Picture this: it is 1956. I am 15 years old and sitting opposite from me, is my 18-year-old boyfriend (who later became my husband of 53 years, but that’s another story). Â We have been dating for about 2 months. Â[…]-READ-MORE>