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As the chill of winter still lingers in many parts of the world, the Jewish calendar turns its attention to a subtle, beautiful shift happening deep within the earth. Tu BiShvat, the 15th day of the Hebrew month of Shevat, is known as the New Year for...

Hanukkah is known as the Festival of Lights, but for many of us, it could also be called the Festival of Oil! The tradition of eating foods fried in oil is central to the holiday, a delicious reminder of the miracle of the small jar of oil that kept...

As the leaves begin to turn and a crispness enters the air, Jewish communities around the world prepare to welcome Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. More than just a date on the calendar, Rosh Hashanah is a profound time of reflection, prayer, and...

There’s a certain magic that fills a home when challah is baking. The sweet, yeasty aroma wafts through the air, promising warmth, connection, and the simple joy of something made with your own hands. For me, and for countless others, the act of making...