Community Table

Across the continent, JCCs are cultural epicentres of modern Jewish life. The buildings are hives of activity; at any given moment, under one roof, hundreds of people of all ages, genders, religions, interests, and opinion, gather to engage in a myriad of activities-- everything from meditation to music lessons, yoga to Yiddish studies. And what holds it all together? In a word: food.

While sitting down to enjoy a meal together is undeniably bonding, coming together to prepare it is even more so. Now, The JCC in Manhattan, alongside its various national counterparts, shares classic recipes such as Weekday Challah, Latkes Four Ways, and Kreplach soup, plus an inspiring selection of contemporary dishes with a farm-to-table emphasis and international flavours: Fig and Fennel Bread, Syrian Lamb Burgers, Brussels Sprouts with Pomegranate Syrup, and much more. A complete chart groups recipes by dietary restriction (meat, pareve, dairy), and plenty of holiday menus are included as well.

With anecdotal contributions from JCCs all around the country, this cookbook highlights the organization's vibrant, eclectic community-- and celebrates all of its many flavours.

“"An engaging book, written with love, that is about pleasure and identity and creating bonds and conviviality. It is full of recipes that make you want to cook delicious food inspired by Jewish culture."-- Claudia Roden, author of the The Book of Jewish Food: An Odyssey from Samarkand to New York”

"An engaging book, written with love, that is about pleasure and identity and creating bonds and conviviality. It is full of recipes that make you want to cook delicious food inspired by Jewish culture." Claudia Roden, author of the The Book of Jewish Food: An Odyssey from Samarkand to New York" "Having been in the "Jewish food business" for 100 years, we Russes believed that we knew it all. But in this marvelous cookbook there are new dishes we had never seen and traditional dishes prepared in new ways. It is clear that all of the recipes have been created and presented lovingly." Mark Russ Federman, 3rd Generation, Russ & Daughters and author of Russ & Daughters: Reflections and Recipes from the House That Herring Built" "As practical as it is beautiful, this gorgeously illustrated book could not be more timely both in spirit and fact. It celebrates the the pleasures of home-cooking and shared meals with local and natural ingredients in tempting recipes both traditional and innovative." Mimi Sheraton, author of 1000 Foods to Eat Before You Die" "These recipes will entice the home cook and bring us all back to the table." Joan Nathan, author of Quiches, Kugels and Couscous: My Search for Jewish Cooking in France" "The way to anyone's heart is through his or her stomach, and in the tradition of The Settlement Cookbook, Katja, Judy, and Lisa bring us all to their community's table with mouthwatering recipes and charming anecdotes. With updated Jewish classics and good home cooking, let's hope this collaborative effort brings us back to the Jewish table. Bravo!" Joan Nathan, author of Quiches, Kugels and Couscous: My Search for Jewish Cooking in France"

The JCC in Manhattan is a cornerstone of progressive programming in New York, serving more than 55,000 people annually. It hosts over 1,200 programs each season that educate, inspire, and transform participants' minds, bodies, and spirits. A spectacular 11-story, 137,000-square foot centre for the community, its building at 76th Street and Amsterdam Avenue is a place where people, across backgrounds and generations, can learn, play, and connect. The mission of The JCC in Manhattan is to foster an inclusive, engaged, and informed community that embraces diversity and is rooted in Jewish values.

Across the continent, JCCs are cultural epicentres of modern Jewish life. The buildings are hives of activity; at any given moment, under one roof, hundreds of people of all ages, genders, religions, interests, and opinion, gather to engage in a myriad of activities-- everything from meditation to music lessons, yoga to Yiddish studies. And what holds it all together? In a word: food.While sitting down to enjoy a meal together is undeniably bonding, coming together to prepare it is even more so. Now, The JCC in Manhattan, alongside its various national counterparts, shares classic recipes such as Weekday Challah, Latkes Four Ways, and Kreplach soup, plus an inspiring selection of contemporary dishes with a farm-to-table emphasis and international flavours: Fig and Fennel Bread, Syrian Lamb Burgers, Brussels Sprouts with Pomegranate Syrup, and much more. A complete chart groups recipes by dietary restriction (meat, pareve, dairy), and plenty of holiday menus are included as well.With anecdotal contributions from JCCs all around the country, this cookbook highlights the organization's vibrant, eclectic community-- and celebrates all of its many flavours.

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