Photo: Courtesy of Andrea Strongwater Tell us a little bit about yourself and your background. I was born in New York City – Manhattan – but we lived in New Rochelle, NY on Long Island Sound. You could see the marina from my bedroom window. The building was a lovely, charming 1930’s apartment building with […]
Category: Jewish Writers
Meet the Author: Mirta Ines Trupp
Please tell us a little bit about yourself and your background. I am an immigrant, that comes from a long line of immigrants! I was born in Buenos Aires, although my roots are in Imperial Russia. My grandparents immigrated as children, along with their parents and siblings, escaping persecution and the pogroms so common in […]
Meet the Author: Tobi Rubinstein
Photo: Courtesy of Tobi Rubinstein Please tell us a little bit about your background. I was raised orthodox and attended Bais Yaakov of Queens Girls Yeshiva. My love of fashion at an early age led to me to prestigious career within that industry in top level positions for 40 plus years. The combination of faith and […]
Book Review: The Wagamama Bride by Liane Grunberg Wakabayashi
Photo: Courtesy of Liane Grunberg Wakabayashi Liane Grunberg Wakabayashi is a tremendously talented author and excellent storyteller. As a reader, you will enjoy discovering Japan and Japanese culture through her eyes. She is a master of observation who catches these very moments wonderfully on paper. You will not be able to put this captivating memoir […]
12 Jewish Cookbooks to Add to Your Bookshelf
Cookbooks are much more than a decorative element of your kitchen. You can learn so much from reading them! While you will learn everything there is to know about traditional cooking methods, changes that have been made over the centuries, and how to create a menu that harmonises fit for a dinner party, you will […]
*Book Review*: My Mushy Matzah Ball by Arianna Brooks
Photos: Courtesy of Arianna Brooks If you are a (new) Jewish parent who loves to connect with family through delicious food this picture book is perfect for you to read to your little ones! Written by Arianna Brooks for babies and toddlers from the ages of 0 – 3, the beautiful illustrations and charming characters […]
Meet the Children’s Book Author: Arianna Brooks
Photo: Courtesy of Arianna Brooks Please tell us a little bit about yourself and your background. I hold a Master’s degree in Elementary Education and a Bachelor’s degree in Tourism Management. Both experiences have informed my life and writing. As a debut children’s author and former third grade teacher, I’m mindful of the impact of […]
Product Review: Contemporary Passover Haggadah & Children’s Companion Haggadah “Hug-It-Out” by The Haggadah Collective
Photos: Courtesy of The Haggadah Collective What do you love the most about Passover? Is it the special atmosphere in the air? The delicious homemade dishes? Or is it gathering with family and friends around the dinner table? Something our team always looks forward to is the reading of the Haggadah. Pearl and Maxie Richman, […]
5 Shabbat Cookie Cutters You Have to Add to your Basket Immediately!
We have yet to meet someone who does not enjoy the smell of freshly baked cookies filling their homes! There is no lovely smell than the one of freshly baked goods. Especially on a Friday. Today, we want to introduce you to five of our favourite Shabbat themed cookie cutters we know you will enjoy […]
Meet the Artist: David Fellerman
Photo: Courtesy of David Fellerman Tell us a little bit about yourself and your background? I am an artist poet and entrepreneur; a war baby no less; born in Blackpool on the North West coast of England and grew up in London post WW2. I was blessed with natural artistic and writing ability inherited with […]