Friday, April 19, 2013

In Watertown, Mass., prepping for Shabbat after a night of gunfire and explosions -

In Watertown, Mass., prepping for Shabbat after a night of gunfire and explosions - Jewish World News - Israel News | Haaretz Daily Newspaper:

As for Shabbat preparations, the family wasn’t going to let a lockdown get in the way of their Shabbat meal, which had become a sacred family tradition. They may not have the ingredients to bake their own challah, but Levy said she's making matzah ball soup, which “I think of as comfort food.”
Noting that they bless their children each Shabbat (an older daughter is away at college), Levy said, “blessing Noah this Shabbat will take on even more meaning given the events of last night and today in Watertown and the bombings on Monday at the Marathon. “When we kiss and hug Noah this evening, it will be a little tighter and longer,” she said.

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Sabbath Queen

http://www.chabad.org/blogs/blog_cdo/aid/2197602/jewish/Shabbat-Queen.htm
Natalia Kadish is a Surrealist artist inspired by the joy received from learning Torah and contemplating the infinite. She received a BA in Illustration from School of Visual Arts. Her art has been displayed in several concerts including Irving Plaza in NYC. While incorporating the realism of her father, Laszlo Kubinyi's illustrations she explores mystical concepts and understandings inspired by her visit to the Artist Colony in Tzfat, Israel. Her goal is to reveal the love in hearts and share her inspiration with all.
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Wednesday, April 17, 2013

Butter, Garlic, Goodness

Butter, Garlic, Goodness | The Jewish Week:
If you ever host a Shabbat meal or a dinner party, there are always special added touches that make things extra special. For me, one of those things is homemade bread. Rolls, challah, foccacia, are all nice, but garlic knots? Now those will disappear before your eyes in seconds.
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Wednesday, April 10, 2013

Springtime Shabbat: Poached Salmon with Minted Fava Mash – Jew and the Carrot – Forward.com

Springtime Shabbat: Poached Salmon with Minted Fava Mash – Jew and the Carrot – Forward.com:
I wanted to make a Shabbat meal that would celebrate springtime, a promise of what’s to come for those still shivering and seeking comfort food. So I came up with a light, healthy, clean meal bursting with the flavors of the season that can be served warm, room temperature, or even made ahead and served cold. The entire menu is parve and gluten free, so it can accommodate a variety of diets.

Read more: http://blogs.forward.com/the-jew-and-the-carrot/174529/springtime-shabbat-poached-salmon-with-minted-fav/#ixzz2Q6rmbCLS

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Tuesday, April 9, 2013

Ellen Frankel: Jewish 'Nones' and the Question of Choice

Ellen Frankel: Jewish 'Nones' and the Question of Choice:
In a world that demands options, religious institutions would do well to reexamine the experience presented inside its walls. When new choices are offered that speak to the rooted values of the tradition, nothing is lost while much is gained. And maybe some of those who have walked away because of too many closed doors will find options of pathways leading inside to the heart and spirit of their faith.
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