If we want to improve our character traits, we need look no further than the latest issue we have in relationships. Do we get angry easily? Or impatient? (photo of universe.roboflow.com) The Jewish New Year, 5786, is upon us. How…
Neshama Carlebach comes to Vancouver for Selichot at Congregation Beth Israel on Sept. 13. (photo by Michael Albany) After more than two decades, Neshama Carlebach returns to Vancouver. But not for a concert. The award-winning singer-songwriter will lead, with her…
A tofu dish worth the effort. (photo by Shelley Civkin) As far as my husband Harvey is concerned, tofu is a four-letter word. Spoken only in hushed tones. And for sure not in mixed company. If given a lie detector…
Among the many Shavuot celebrations that took place around British Columbia was PJ Library’s Cheesy Shavuot in collaboration with Congregation Har El. (photo from PJ Library) The BC Jewish community observed Shavuot June 1-3 in a variety of ways. Here…
Mango salsa on a fish taco. The Accidental Balabusta enjoyed her husband Harvey’s salsa with quesadillas, marinated salmon and broccoli. (photo from jamdownfoodie.com) Forgive me. I am late to the party. The one that happens on May 5. While Cinco…
Semi-Vegan Mini Fake Marry Me Cheesecakes, adapted from joyfoodsunshine.com. (photo by Shelley Civkin) It seems that smashing food is having a moment. And I don’t mean smashing as in the British term for fabulous. I mean literally smashing. Like smashed…
Held on April 15, the Third Seder: Understanding Addiction and the Path to Freedom focused on the slavery of addiction. (photo from JFS Vancouver) There was matzah, grape juice, charoset and horseradish on the table. Guests read from the Haggadah…
In 2023, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev opened a new home in Sde Boker for the David Ben-Gurion archives. (photo from Ben-Gurion University) For visitors to Israel – and for Israelis looking for an engaging getaway – there is a…
“A people driven by hate are not – cannot be – free.” (Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks, z”l) (photo from flickr) According to Exodus 1:8, a new Egyptian king rose to power who did not know Joseph. He did not remember,…
