It’s been hot here this week in Israel! Over 100 degrees Fahrenheit some days. Which means it’s perfect weather for a cold soup! I was craving a creamy vichyssoise but we’ve been cutting back on our starch intake, so I Read more
During WWI, the British were at war with the Ottoman Turks who controlled “Palestine” as part of their empire. At the beginning of the war, fighting was concentrated in the southern Gaza region over the strategic Suez Canal. As the Read more
We are always looking for fun activities to do with the children and grandchildren when they drop by in the summer. When the family visits you can turn meal-preparation into a fun activity for the kids. It saves some wear Read more
Here’s a rare film from 1913 showing a one-armed Joseph Trumpeldor plowing a field in Migdal (at the northern shore of the Sea of Galilee) shortly after he arrived in Israel from Russia. You can see the Arbel mountain and Read more
We live in the tribal lands of Naphtali, which according to Yaakov’s blessing the most fertile land of Israel. Yet from the time of the Roman exile of the Jews almost 2000 years ago, the land lay barren. This is Read more
Shakshuka is a popular dish that was introduced to Israel primarily by Jewish immigrants from Tunisia. It is egg and tomato based, so it is a favorite for breakfast (like heuvos rancheros), but many also have it for lunch or Read more
Mandelbrot is baked in many Mediterranean cultures. The Spanish call it Carquinyolis. The French term for the same cookie is Biscotte, but the Italians call them the term we are most familiar with – Biscotti. No matter what you call Read more
We got so many requests for this Banana Bread recipe after I posted these pics on Facebook! It actually tastes better than it looks… so here you go! The cake is so rich and light that you’ll think it has Read more
My friend Rabbi Ken Spiro recently came to visit. Since he is a sought-after licensed Israel Tour Guide, he wanted to take advantage of the opportunity to see the Sea of Galilee when it was full. We spent a couple Read more
When getting our homes ready for Passover, it doesn’t leave a lot of time to prepare dinner. This is what I like to make because it is quick, easy and delicious. Since all the ingredients are kosher for Passover, it Read more