kiddush
Wu-Tang’s Kiddush
My family Kiddush became the haunting opening for Schindler’s List, and was sampled by the hip-hop collective
The Classic Kiddush Trio
How schnapps, herring, and bowtie cookies became standard fare in shul—and why they’re making a comeback
Seven Layers of Heaven
It’s long been a staple of the Jewish bakeries. Now you can make a perfect seven-layer cake at home.
Dutch Treat
As the North Sea catch hits the States, the traditional pairing of jarred herring and schnapps makes way for refinement
Neighborhood Bully
Why the Israel Defense Forces hit Syria—and why they believe that Assad won’t hit back
When Berlin Meant Business
Berlin was once home to 50,000 Jewish-owned businesses. A historian is now obsessively reconstructing their demise.
In Praise of Dairy Restaurants
A visit to B&H Restaurant on Second Avenue brings back memories of milchig establishments of yore
Curse of the Survivor
Singer Vera Gran was haunted by allegations of Nazi collaboration. A new book asks if survival made her guilty.
