Ottawa’s Machzikei Hadas synagogue has suddenly shut down for a week due to COVID in December 2021
Ottawa’s large Orthodox Jewish congregation, Machzikei Hadas, has notified its members that it is closing the building for a week, after a child who had attended Saturday programming on Dec. 11 tested positive for COVID-19. In an email Monday, the president of the congregation, Bonnie Boretsky, said the child had attended youth programming on the […]
Hundreds of people share memories of a culinary icon
Barbara Silverstein shares some touching tributes from Norene Gilletz’s ‘Noreners’ and a few of her most memorable recipes.
From Yoni’s Desk: Receiving the warmth of Shabbat
There hasn’t been much time in my household over the last few years for Kabbalat Shabbat, the prayer service welcoming the day of rest, recited at dusk on Friday evening. In our home, that hour is generally reserved for the usual ritual of scrambling to get the kids fed, washed and into bed (hopefully with […]
Buffets suit outdoor entertaining
In this week’s edition of The Shabbat Table, Barbara Silverstein provides some healthy and delicious recipe options for your next summer buffet.
Versatile meals for family get togethers
In this week’s edition of The Shabbat Table, Barbara Silverstein provides recipes that the whole family can enjoy, regardless of their dietary restrictions.
Cookbook author keeps summer Shabbat dinners simple
In this week’s edition of The Shabbat Table, Barbara Silverstein gives you three scrumptious recipes to make for your dinner tonight.
Kasha and knishes are rooted in Jewish history
In this week’s edition of The Shabbat Table, Barbara Silverstein gives you some mouth-watering kasha and knish recipes.
Israeli soul: A cornucopia of culinary traditions
With so many people going vegan or vegetarian, Easy, Essential Delicious Israeli Soul offers many options from the cornucopia of Israeli culinary traditions. Here are some of Barbara Silverstein’s favourite recipes from the bestselling cookbook.
The Shabbat Table – Festive Father’s Day treats
In this week’s edition of The Shabbat Table, Barbara Silverstein gives you some scrumptious beef and barbecue dishes for your upcoming Father’s Day meals.
Vale: How to be a respectful guest on Shabbat
Here are six ways on how to be the perfect guest on Shabbat.
