Guide to Jewish Holidays

The Jewish calendar is filled with many major and minor holidays and we are here to unpack them all.

What to watch for Passover: best movies and TV shows

Whether you’re winding down after a long seder or just looking for something festive to stream, these Passover movies and TV episodes bring the story of Exodus — and a little humor — to your screen.

Why do Jewish people sell their bread before Passover?

Someone is willing to buy that granola bar in your gym bag. The catch? You’ll end up owning it again, and it will likely never leave your house.

Passover greetings: What to say to your Jewish friends on Passover

You might be wondering how to greet your Jewish friends during Passover. Is “Happy Passover” enough? Are there more traditional or thoughtful phrases to use? We’ve got you covered!

These fresh Passover desserts are perfect for spring tables

Passover arrives with spring, and with it a welcome shift from heavy winter dishes to desserts that feel bright, fresh, and full of life.

Passover guide 2026: How and when to celebrate the Jewish holiday

Here’s a rundown of everything you need to know about the Jewish holiday of Passover, and how to celebrate it.

When is Passover 2026?

Whether you’re the one leading the Seder or just there for the brisket and charoset, it’s time to mark your calendars for Passover 2026.

Special Episode: For such a time as this. Purim, Persia and the Iran War

Queen Esther’s Purim Cheese Sambusak

From Shushan to your oven: cheese sambusak, a Purim tradition that remembers Esther’s courage, one hidden filling at a time.

Orthodox women scribes were unthinkable. Then Safed got a women-written Megillah.

Blocked from guidance and supplies, four Orthodox women trained in sofrut and created a kosher Megillah that’s read each year.

Shushan Purim explained: Why Jerusalem celebrates one day later than the rest of the world

Jerusalem celebrates Purim a day later than most Jews. Learn the Megillah source, the “walled cities” rule, and why the dates differ.

Best Hamantaschen recipes for Purim: classic, creative, sweet, savory, and vegan

A one-stop list of hamantaschen recipes, from prune and poppy to tiramisu and “everything bagel,” with dough options for different diets.

Everything you need to celebrate Purim 2026

Purim is one of the most festive and joyous occasions of the year! Are you ready for this raucous celebration of the story of Esther?

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