Religious tradition is not handed down fully formed from God on high. It's made by people, and shaped by human factors — politics, faith, fear, geography, community. And, sometimes, how pretty ...

There’s no better way to celebrate Rosh Hashanah than with a warm, golden loaf of freshly baked challah. This slightly sweet, egg-enriched bread isn’t just delicious—it’s deeply tied to Jewish ...

For extra cash, some people pursue a side hustle — or a “side schlep,” as Max Simon calls it. “But it’s not a schlep, because it’s a joy,” adds the man better known by his customers as “challahdad.” ...

Soft, golden, and beautifully braided, this easy sourdough challah bread recipe combines the rich tradition of sweet challah with the depth of slow-fermented sourdough. Made without commercial yeast, ...