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Events & Classes A Taste of Israel

A Taste of Israel

Experience the flavors, stories, and traditions of Israeli cuisine in a hands-on cooking series led by master baker and chef Hanita. From beloved classics to modern favorites, discover the rich culinary world of Israel through interactive classes that are fun, flavorful, and unforgettable.
Date
Time
Location
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Recurring

A Taste of Israel – Iraqi **SOLD OUT**

Date:  January 8
Time: 6:30 PM

Cost:
$65/Members
$75/Guests

A Hands-On Cooking Workshop with Hanita

Step into Hanita’s kitchen and experience the warmth, color, and bold flavors of Iraqi Jewish cuisine. In this immersive hands-on workshop, we’ll cook together, explore beloved family recipes, and savor dishes that have been passed down through generations.

On the Menu:

Soups

Discover the magic of kubbeh, delicate dumplings filled with tradition and simmered in rich, vibrant broths.

  • Beet Kubbeh Soup – A sweet-tart ruby stew with tender kubbeh
  • Pumpkin Kubbeh Soup – Comforting, golden, and fragrant
  • Green Herb & Lemon Kubbeh Soup – Bright, herby, refreshing
    Vegan kubbeh options available

Salads

Crisp, colorful, and full of spice, classic Iraqi salads that bring every plate to life.

  • Shredded White Cabbage Salad
  • Spicy Carrot Salad
  • Spicy Tomato Salad

Dessert

  • Tahini Cookies – A melt-in-your-mouth finish to the meal

Plus:

Wine will be served to complete the experience.

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A Taste of Israel – A Sweet Israeli Baking Experience

Date:  January 26
Time: 6:30 PM

Cost:
$65/Members
$75/Guests

Get ready for a warm, cozy, and irresistibly delicious evening of baking.
Join us for a hands-on night filled with sweet aromas, soft doughs, and treats fresh from the oven.

Together, we’ll create:

  • Classic Shabbat Challah – braid it, shape it, and craft your own beautiful loaf
  • Chocolate Rugelach – tender, swirled, bite-size perfection
  • Cinnamon Swirl Rolls – comforting, fragrant, and wonderfully soft

Come for the sweetness. Stay for the magic.
Let’s mix, roll, twist, fill, and taste, together with Hanita the Baker.

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Chef Hanita

Born and raised in Israel, Chef Hanita grew up in a home where food and hospitality were a way of life. The table was always full, the air filled with warmth and aroma, but the kitchen wasn’t her playground back then. She only stepped into it after getting married and moving to a small apartment in Boston, far from the familiar flavors of home.

That’s where her love story with the kitchen began. Out of longing and curiosity, Hanita started cooking, recreating tastes from her childhood, and slowly developing her own voice a language of food that combines intuition, creativity, and heart.

After studying culinary arts in Israel and France, Hanita found her true calling, blending the precision of pastry with the soul of home cooking. Today, she brings all of that into her workshops and events where every dish tells a story, every aroma evokes emotion, and every shared meal becomes a celebration of connection.

Rooted in the warmth of Israeli hospitality and shaped by her international journey, Hanita’s food is a reflection of who she is  generous, curious, and full of life. Every meal she creates is an invitation to connect, share, and celebrate together.