Recipes
Home-made Egg Rolls
There are some dishes that I only associate with restaurants. Egg Rolls are one of them. I only have them on the rare times I go to a kosher Chinese restaurant or order in. Recently I saw some pre-made egg Read more
Israel
Which Gate to Jerusalem is this? Shechem? Nablus? Damascus?
This is a vintage photo of one of the most popular gates entering the Old City of Jerusalem. Which is it? When pilgrims came to Jerusalem for the festivals (or any other reason) and they were ready to return home, they Read more
Torah Wisdom
The 3-Day War – Investigate the Miracles!
Since last week’s newsletter there were two major events here in Israel…. we observed the fast of Tisha B’av on Shabbat and Sunday and we had a war that started and ended over the same “long” weekend. RECAP OF EVENTS Read more
Torah Wisdom
Ephraim and Yehuda United – Rebuilding the Temple
As we approach Tisha B’av, the anniversary of the destruction of the Temples in Jerusalem I wanted to share this story with you. My friend A.Y. Katsof pictured above left is an Ashkenazi Jew who currently lives with his family Read more
Torah Wisdom
The Edge of the Universe… Who saw it coming?
WHO SAW IT COMING? The world was stunned by the first images coming from the James Webb space telescope. Never before had we seen images with such clarity and from so deep into space. In fact the headlines screamed, “James Read more
Israel
Tiberias Hot Springs – Hamei Tiveria
Since we moved to Tiberias we’ve made it a habit to visit the Ancient Tiberias Hot Springs three mornings a week when we can. It has tremendous health benefits as well as being a wonderfully relaxing experience. The 17 springs Read more
Recipes
Israeli Eggplant Pate
We love our salads and appetizers for our Friday night dinners and Shabbat Lunches. We have our staples, (like Moroccan Carrots, Grilled Eggplant, Hummus and Tehina) but this one has become our new favorite. It’s rich and creamy. The texture Read more
Torah Wisdom
MIDDLE EAST MADNESS
The visit is over and a collective sigh of relief could be heard in much of Israel. Some journalists did their best to try and spin this an important Presidential visit. Many, including Israelis, Saudis and Palestinians couldn’t wait for Read more
Recipes
Coconut Covered Chocolate Orange Peels
We are always looking for healthy snacks and desserts. Recently we were at the nut store in Tiberias to by some fresh coffee beans, walnuts, almonds and coconut flour. They also sell confections and I spotted some chocolate covered orange Read more
Israel
Where 1st and 21st Centuries meet in Israel
In 1993 the Israeli government founded the modern planned city of Modiin in the corridor between Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. The concept was to provide cheaper housing, and a higher quality of life for young families with an easy commute Read more