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Views on Israel: Part 1 Tel Aviv/Jaffa

It’s been a little quiet both here on the blog as well as on our Facebook page – but with good reason. As regular readers will know, I’ve been...

Guide to Tel Aviv?

Disclaimer: I am using this particular blog entry for selfish purposes. You see, I’ll be traveling to Israel this week, and I’m looking for tips and...

Domino effect

We wouldn’t be the first to say it, but there’s a domino effect taking place across the Middle East. What started in Tunisia has spread, to Jordan, Yemen,...

Depression cooking

There’s a saying that goes: Fast. Cheap. Good. Pick any two. The meaning is clear. You can have cheap and fast, but it won’t be good. Cheap and good, but...

The Social Network

And the Golden Globe goes to…The Social Network. Were you surprised by the win? After all, the other nominees were arguably much better films. The King’s...

Tu b’Shevat seder

Back around Rosh Hashana, we blogged about the custom of holding a new year’s seder, a meal comprised of various seasonal fruits and vegetables which symbolize...

Welcome to the cabaret!

Face painted white. Lips lined and rouged in a deep red. Affected speech. Exaggerated, effeminate movements. Oiled back dark hair. A classic black tuxedo finishes off...

Memorial service for Rabbi Uriel Malka

On the occasion of his “shloshim”, the 30 day mark after someone’s passing, there will be a memorial service held for Rabbi Uriel Malka this evening,...

Top 10 of 2010

There something about December 31st that invokes reflection. What was the year all about? What significant events occurred? What were the best films, CDs, books? Who of...

Is this what Shabbat is really like?

This Shabbat we have the unique opportunity to truly experience 24 hours of rest. Christmas is the one holiday where most folks are indoors, spending the day with...