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Caribbean Black-Eyed Beans and Rice

It may seem strange, that, two days before we commence our cruise in Bordeaux, we feature a dish more suited to the Caribbean. You guessed it our January 2025 cruise is from St Maarten to Barbados. In some Latin American and Caribbean states and countries, beans and...

Clafoutis

Blog, Kosher Recipes

Clafoutis is a French dish of fruit, traditionally of unpitted black cherries, arranged in a buttered dish, covered with a thick but pourable batter, then baked to create a crustless tart. The clafoutis is traditionally dusted with powdered sugar and served lukewarm,...

The Synagogue of Avignon in the Shadow of the Popes’ Palace

Blog, Jewish History

Dr. Henry Abramson, in his enlightening reflections on the Jewish history in medieval Europe, invites us to explore a chapter often overshadowed by the grandeur of the Palais de Papes - the Synagogue of Avignon. While the Pope's Palace looms large, so does the...

The Amazing Career of Duarte De Paz, Who Single-handedly Held Back the Portuguese Inquisition

Blog, Jewish History

Duarte De Paz, the unsung hero of Portuguese history, emerges from the shadows of the past, his life a testament to resilience, courage, and a touch of intrigue. Born in the aftermath of the forced conversions of 1496-97, De Paz, of crypto-Jewish origins, embarked on...

The Ten Lost Tribes of Israel

Blog, Jewish History

The tale of the Ten Lost Tribes of Israel is a captivating chapter in Jewish history, steeped in biblical accounts and Assyrian records. In the late 8th century, three significant deportations, under Tiglath-Pileser III, Shalmaneser V, and Sennacherib, reshaped the...

Maimonides on Teshuvah: A Journey of Repentance and Redemption

Blog, Jewish History

In the vast tapestry of Jewish intellectual history, few figures shine as brightly as Moses Maimonides. Born in 1135 in Spain during a time of Almohad persecution, Maimonides' life was marked by a constant search for knowledge, resilience in the face of...