For millennia, Israel has been the destination for countless journeys made for many different reasons; some sacred, others profane and many mundane. Israel is, of course, a singular point of convergence and conflict amongst three of the world’s great religions: Judaism, … [Read more...]
ISRAEL: A Peace Offering on the West Bank
Ben Berlinger and I are both American born Jews. We are also both members of the “A Safe Harbor” group (http://groups.yahoo.com/group/a_safe_harbor/messages), an internet discussion forum primarily focused on political issues (both American and international) but also touching on … [Read more...]
VAIL, COLORADO: Chickpea, Egg and Spinach Salad (Abe’s Eggs)
It is, I suppose, a “good news, bad news” thing. Good news: we are in Vail for a week of skiing. Bad news: after four days of glorious turns at one of the greatest ski areas on the planet, I reinjured my left knee. Good news: Nancy is tearing it up on the slopes the … [Read more...]
MADISON, WISCONSIN: Aushak
With the focus of the national political spotlight having been turned on Madison, Wisconsin and the debate raging inside and outside the halls of its spectacular Capitol regarding budget cuts, partisan politics and the rights of government employees to collective bargaining, I … [Read more...]
SAN DIEGO: Roast Lamb Chops with Eggplant-Kasseri Cream
One of the enduring pleasures of living in San Diego is the tremendous access we have to wonderful ethnic foodstuffs. That this would be so for latin ingredients is not surprising. Given the proximity to Mexico and the large Latin American population it could hardly be … [Read more...]