Celebrate Shavuot with a Classic Israeli Cheesecake
Mmm… cheesecake.
Tag: "Shavuot"
At the Foot of the Mountain, At the Foot of the Wall
As we get ready for Shavuot, the holiday that celebrates G-d giving us the Torah, let’s not hate fellow Jews for also loving G-d and the Torah.
Shiksa Eats: Cheese Pancakes
For a unique and (mildly) healthier twist on your pancakes, try adding your leftover cottage cheese from Shavuot.
Numbers: Breaking it Down with Hadag Nachash on Shavuot
A reflection on “Misparim” by Hadag Nachash, a powerful message of protest, and a fascinating perspective on Israeli society. Just in time for Shavuot and our ancient census time.
Week Out of Time: Shavuot
“Look at your hands,” John says to me one night, when I am sobbing that “I think we may really be alone down here.”
“Look how cool they are,” he says. “Who else could do that but God?”
My Big Fat JEWISH Wedding
AISH MN Rabbi Da-vid talks about commitment ceremonies – of the biblical and non-biblical variety.
Minnesota Mamaleh: Religion is Coming Home
When something is over-the-top wonderful, you tell everyone all about it right? Books, movies, restaurants? Sure. But religion? For me, that just *can’t* be about “the sell.”
Alef List: Blintzes and Beer
This edition of the Alef List (the hottest happenings around town for cool Jews like you) is brought to you by the letter B. Because sometimes it’s fun to look at the calendar in a different way.
The (real) Day the Earth Stood Still
This coming week is the anniversary of the most world changing event in the history of mankind. It is also one of the least well-known Jewish Festivals on the Jewish calendar.
Are We There Yet? Standing At Sinai
“Do you believe Jews are chosen above all other people?” “Chosen for what?” I reply. “Suffering?” He looks as though he wants to kick me, but does not.
Noshin’ Recipe: Cheesecake and Blintzes for Shavuot
Shavuot commemorates the receiving of the Torah from Mount Sinai. To celebrate we eat milk-ful dishes like blintzes and cheesecake. I know — being Jewish is sooooooo rough.
