Tu B’Shevat: Tree-Hugging and Ecology in Jewish Tradition

Today, in Israel, cutting down a fig tree in Tzfat is not something you can get away with easily. Several years ago, I volunteered with the Israeli city’s municipality. One day, my fellow volunteers and I were tasked with helping…

Kosher Korner: Mixed-Fruit Crisp

LA’s winter season hasn’t been much of a winter so far, with characteristically sunny days and warm, dry winds. Since it feels like summer, aside from classes, a light, summery dessert would be the perfect conclusion to Shabbat dinner or…