Vegan “Lekach” (Jewish Honey Cake): Date-Sweetened Tradition from Vienna. The Politics of Jewish Food
This isn't just a recipe. It's a sweet lesson in history, a journey back to the ancient sweetness of dates, and a modern act of ethical courage.
Tag: Yom Kippur
Gugelhupf Bundt Cake(s): Vienna’s Classic Coffeehouse Pleasures According To Dorie Greenspan – The Jewish Connections (Yom Kippur Recipe)
Bake 2 Viennese Gugelhupf Bundt cakes: a classic Jewish Yom Kippur yeast & a modern marble. Get Dorie Greenspan's recipes & coffeehouse history.
Vienna’s “Fächertorte”—Jewish Budapest’s “Flódni” Layer Cake in Disguise. (Traditional Recipe)
Unravel this rich, layered cake with poppy seed, walnut, apple & plum! Discover its poignant Jewish history, from Demel's tradition to WWII resilience.
Rosh Hashanah Fragrant Quince Poached in Viennese White Wine
Unleash the quince's voluptuous beauty! Poach this ancient, fragrant fruit to ruby perfection in Viennese white wine. A stunning, simple Rosh Hashanah dessert.
Beyond the Plate: Zwetschkenkuchen (Plum Tart) & Its Surprising Political Colors (Recipe & Video)
Uncover Zwetschkenkuchen's "blue on brown" Austrian political symbolism, its Jewish holiday ties, & secret cinnamon. A traditional, comforting classic.