Does the Jewish people have distinct characteristics or are its traits universal? Where does the tension between its Particularism and Universalism lie? Raising the idea
For years I have enjoyed the delicious deli at Petak’s in Fair Lawn, New Jersey. I was recently shopping at Julio’s Fruit Market in Teaneck
The conventional wisdom holds that a deal with Iran over its hotly disputed nuclear program would be a good thing. As Syria continues its meltdown and other
The long hot days of summer are here, a time when kids are outdoors playing, especially when possible in a pool. The excitement of play
There has been an increasing demand for gluten-free baked goods. Entertaining at home, or bringing a terrific dessert to a party, can be a bit
The history of the knish represents more than just the lineage of a fried, dumpling-like food. It demonstrates the often-central role of food in communities
When making a pie crust, if you add too much water to the dough you will end up with a tough pie crust. Instead of
The year was 1984 and I graduated from Yavneh Academy. I was wearing a white dropped-waist dress, which was very fashionable at the time. Thirty
The following is an email that Rabbi Mendy Lipskier, Director of Chabad Lubavitch of Fountain Hills in Arizona, sent to his community: I’d like to
Legend has it that when we die our souls go up to heaven and we are asked a few difficult questions. Did you follow the
At the end of the academic calendar, students often look back on the growth, challenges, successes, and failures of the year. They also reflect on
I bet that headline caught your attention, right? How about this one: “Gain That Six-Pack You’ve Always Wanted Without Exercising or Giving Up Your Favorite
