Matzah’s square, except when it’s not. It’s flat, except for when it’s bumpy. And it’s tasteless, except for when it’s flavored. What a confusing food item. Well...
Author - Esther Kustanowitz
TA’s Kikar of Darkness: Don’t Worry, It’s “Earth Hour”
Earth Day? Feh! Tel Aviv’s a busy city. Just ask the voice of the city: “Mah…hishtagatem?? We can’t be expected to take a whole day off in honor of the environment!”...
Ten Days Toward a New “I.D.”–Israel’s Impact
Let’s face it: there’s a lot of hype about Taglit-Birthright Israel. There are diehard fanatics in favor and detractors against. But maybe most important is the population that gets to...
Jewno
You loved the Academy Award-nominated film…now meet its Jewish cousin. Courtesy of the people who brought you last year’s internet sensation “Jewish Girls Gone...
“Haman, What’s With the Attitude?”
This year’s viral video to watch is Matt Bar’s “Haman Song.” Why? Because I said so. And because I’m particularly proud of Matt’s particular blend of rap and...
How to Help Sderot (via The Honey)
Those of you who don’t already subscribe to The Honey newsletter should (in my humble opinion). It’s a regular e-newsletter about life in Israel, which highlights great new shops...
You Probably Think This Post Is About You…
We’re so vain. It’s a simple fact of human nature that’s inextricably tied into self-image. Or as Hillel’s wife might have said, “If we are not for ourselves, who will...
Shabbat: Everyone’s Doing It!
In today’s nonstop world, the idea of taking a rest is a no-brainer, but an experience that few people actually take the time for. But the appeal of taking a break–a Sabbath of...