Douro River Cruise 2021
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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
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
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
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...
Tilapia in the Kinneret
At the beginning of the second century CE there were only few types of fish the Galilee fishermen used to catch. The famous one is the Galilee Tilapia. The Galilee Tilapia is a tropical fish and usaully lives around warm water. During the winter time the fish live in...
The Ten Lost Tribes of Israel
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
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...
Baked Trout and Potatoes with a Crème Fraiche, Walnut, and Horseradish Sauce
Although onboard our cruises, we only serve fillets of fish. Here is the opportunity to try a delicious fish on the bone. This gives a more intense flavor that fillets. There are many species of trout, and even more populations, that are isolated from each other and...
What Did the Jews of Medieval Carpentras Value?
In the heart of medieval Carpentras, within the sacred walls of the synagogue, Dr. Henry Abramson invites us to reflect on the shared values that bound the Jewish community together across time and space. As we stand in this hallowed space, Dr. Abramson encourages us...
Boer Chicken Pie
Hoenderpastei is a traditional South African recipe also known as: Boer Chicken Pie A recipe that takes into account the Dutch and English traditions plus the indigenous peoples of this huge nation; Ingredients: 1.4kg oven-ready...
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