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Why do Jews eat potato latkes for Hanukkah? Unpacking the custom’s history

Let’s peel back all the layers of the latke and take a deep (fried) dive into the history of everyone’s favorite Hanukkah delicacy.

7 iconic American snacks that were revolutionized by Jewish immigrants

From Lower East Side pickle barrels to Coney Island hot dogs, trace the Jewish roots of the snacks that define American comfort food.

Jeffrey Yoskowitz and Gefilteria are bringing Jewish classics to the 21st century

Jeffrey Yoskowitz of Gefilteria is on a mission to revive Jewish food culture with fresh flavors, family recipes, and a new sense of pride.

Meet Justin Yehuda — the Gen Z founder behind Iron Dome Coffee, the pro-Israel brand combining kosher beans and bold advocacy

Move over, Starbucks. Justin Yehuda, the Gen Z founder of Iron Dome Coffee, is brewing Israeli pride by the bag.

Naomi Levy built a Hanukkah pop-up bar — now she’s reinventing Jewish hospitality

From challah-infused cocktails to a Hanukkah-themed pop-up bar, Naomi Levy is putting a modern twist on Jewish tradition at Lehrhaus.

What’s on the table? Understanding the symbolism of Passover Seder foods

Every item on the Seder plate is a chance to see ourselves more clearly, encouraging us not just to remember history, but to reflect on our experiences.

No chametz, no problem: The best Passover desserts that don’t taste like regret

Just because we’re cutting carbs doesn’t mean we have to cut joy. We’ve rounded up the best Passover desserts you’ll want to eat all year.

How did an Atlanta rabbi make Coke kosher for Passover?

Nearly 100 years ago Coca-Cola started making kosher for Passover Coke because of a rabbi who wanted American Jews to have their favorite soda.

Author Hélène Jawhara Piñer celebrates often-forgotten Sephardi food in her new matzah cookbook

Amid a culinary renaissance for Jewish and Israeli food, matzah takes center stage in Hélène Jawhara Piñer’s latest cookbook, offering a rich, historical journey through Sephardic tradition that proves this humble unleavened bread is anything but flat.

How Jewish delis shaped American food culture

From pastrami to pickles, Jewish delis have served up tradition since the 1800s. Now, a new generation is keeping the flavors — and culture alive.

Don’t knock it till you fry it — Six traditional Hanukkah dishes that aren’t latkes or sufganiyot

Tired of latkes and sufganiyot? Explore the other traditional Hanukkah foods Jewish communities eat around the world.

YeahThatsKosher founder Dani Klein on the power of social media, the changing restaurant landscape and the role of a critic

“When you leave the comforts of New York, Miami, Jerusalem or Los Angeles, where keeping kosher or being an observant Jew is easy, it becomes a challenge,” Klein told Unpacked.

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