Dinner for the eighth night of Hanukah was just going to be the four of us. I was looking for inspiration. I considered the many nights of heavy eating, what about some fish for a lighter take, then I thought about the few zucchinis still left in the refrigerator along with some … [Read more...] about The Eighth Night
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Grilled Family Dinner
Last week, Wednesday as I contemplated the deluge of rain that descended on Los Angeles, I was inspired to create a dinner menu of strong and complimentary flavors. The washed out, grey landscape needed a counter balance. The week before, records were set in the low 100’s, … [Read more...] about Grilled Family Dinner
Sukkot 2010 Menus and Pictures
This year Sukkot 2010 was a joyous celebration and epicurean delight. After the solemn days of Yom Kippur we erect our Sukkah in anticipation of all the delightful dinner conversation and magical atmosphere that dining under the stars creates. I take the opportunity to design … [Read more...] about Sukkot 2010 Menus and Pictures
A Menu for Yom Kippur
Yom Kippur begins this coming Friday night, with an early dinner before sunset and then everyone rushing to synagogue or temple for Kol Nidre services. Yom Kippur continues until Saturday night an hour or so after sunset or when the rabbis determine that the Sabbath is actually … [Read more...] about A Menu for Yom Kippur
Menu for Rosh Hashanah Dinner
First Night Wednesday September 8, 2010 Starters, Yehi Ratzones … [Read more...] about Menu for Rosh Hashanah Dinner
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