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The Sacred Art of Hosting
By Miriam Abramovich One of my greatest joys in life is hosting others in my home. Whether it’s a holiday dinner, a Shabbat meal, or a Sunday brunch, I find deep pleasure in the preparation of food and space. But more than the cooking or baking, though I do...
Jewish Friendships: A Foundation of Strength, Trust, and Protection
By Susan DeMari When considering a topic for my new Jewish Thought, I was repeatedly drawn to a heartfelt saying etched in a dish atop my dresser—a cherished gift from a dear friend: "Good Friends Know Your Stories, Great Friends Help You Write Them." I have...
Moving at a different PACE
By Susan Goldberg Schwartz I have always been drawn to the beach – from my earliest memories as a child visiting family in Thunder Bay, to experiencing the Mediterranean waves with my young children in Akko and walking the dunes of Cape Cod or the wide stretch...
Lila Yonaty
Today, we are proud to shine a spotlight on Lila Yonaty, one of three graduating seniors who have played a vital role in leading Federation’s Student to Student (STS) program. STS is an initiative that brings Jewish high school students into classrooms to share their...
Maggie Early
Today we cast our spotlight on Maggie Early, newly named President of Mesnekoff Funeral Home, Inc. Maggie’s path to her current position has been a winding one that intersected with the Jewish community at every turn. The single mother of three daughters - Skylar...
Gerda Weissmann Klein
March is Women's History Month, an annual observance to highlight the contributions of women to events in history and contemporary society. Each Friday during March, we are casting a spotlight on a woman leader who helped to transform Jewish Buffalo and Western New...
Aunt Dorothy's Apple Kugel
By: Bruce Corris Aunt Dorothy's apple kugel has been part of the Corris family seder for as long as I can remember. It's also perfect for the High Holidays. She also made the best matzo balls...when mine turn out well, I always think of her. INGREDIENTS:• 4 large...
Pink Rose Wine Cake
By: Robin Kurss They say that “April showers bring May flowers”. We just returned from a family trip to Mexico, and may I say that EVERY dish and drink presented was decorated with them! It was a beautiful sight to behold! Just make sure that the ones you use are...
French Onion Soup Pasta Bake
By: Robin Kurss My Grandma Esther’s house always smelled like sauteed onions! She put them in everything; her roast chicken, brisket, kasha and varnishkes, mashed potatoes…. those food memories are so dear to me and our family. When I saw this recipe, I just had to...