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Latest from Angela Epstein

I confess – I dread Pesach cleaning

Even if you think you’ve eliminated every crumb there’s room for failure

2 min read

Angela Epstein's hard at work with the hoover

Worry not, Dry January needn’t apply for Jews

Worry not, Dry January needn’t apply for Jews

3 min read

From left to right: Noemi Lopian, Angela Epstein and Lynne Dover

Why do people sweat over making a turkey dinner?

3 min read

Overhead motorway signs on British roads, against a white background.

Don’t forget about the North – we need your support

2 min read

Party on — right now we need uplifting simchahs

In these terrible times, Jewish celebrations show our defiance. Do not cancel them

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November 3, 2023 17:04

Party on — right now we need uplifting simchahs

There's only one way to say 'bagel' and it's not the east London way

A new ruling from the Craft Bakers Association on the pronunciation of ‘scone’ prompts a Mancunian to enter the vowel wars

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August 31, 2023 16:30

Bagel with cream cheese on wooden table

Exploring Halkidiki: In Aristotle's footsteps

Head to Halkidiki to discover the secrets of this quiet corner of Greece

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August 27, 2023 18:30

Exploring Halkidiki: In Aristotle's footsteps

Smoked salmon? I think it’s over-rated

It is cold, it is clammy and the only reason Jews prize it so is because of its excellent PR

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August 11, 2023 12:30

smoked salmon isolated on white

Seders to remember: Why were these nights different from all others?

Seder night is always distinct from the rest of the year. But some, as our writers recall, are especially memorable

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April 4, 2023 15:16

Seders to remember: Why were these nights different from all others?

It's a shonda that Kate and Meghan are missing out on such a special relationship

The bond between sisters-in-law can be a beautiful thing

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January 11, 2023 16:50

WINDSOR, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 10: Catherine, Princess of Wales, Prince William, Prince of Wales, Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex on the long Walk at Windsor Castle on September 10, 2022 in Windsor, England. Crowds have gathered and tributes left at the gates of Windsor Castle to Queen Elizabeth II, who died at Balmoral Castle on 8 September, 2022. (Photo by Kirsty O'Connor - WPA Pool/Getty Images)

Londoners should learn to say Good Shabbos

It’s striking how different things are in Manchester, where we always exchange pleasantries

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December 16, 2022 15:21

A family sits by the lit hanukiah while celebrating Hanukkah and celebrating tradition.

Flying? Take my advice and avoid the cuppa

A flight to Nice brought home the difference from a flight to Tel Aviv — and taught me a lesson

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August 4, 2022 12:45

Cropped photo of stewardess holding teapot and paper cup stock photo

Do we celebrate Shabbat, Shavuot or Jubilee?

If street parties are ruled out, we will just have to come up with a more informal celebration

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May 30, 2022 12:45

Flat lay cottage cheese, bottle of milk, wheat, cereal bread, cheese, apples on white background. Happy Shavuot greeting card template.

Working from home is very good for the Jews

I miss office life as much as anyone else but when it comes to our calendar, WFH is a blessing

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April 28, 2022 11:19

laptop with screen video conference on kitchen counter with smart phone , note pad

We won't have Neighbours soon, but we will still have the Jewish cul-de-sac

G'day is supplanted by Good Shabbos as we have created our own kibbutz-style atmosphere

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March 29, 2022 15:31

Shot using a drone during the golden hour shows an upscale suburbs with gold course, lake, houses and roof tops

I used to love my name, before Jeffrey ruined it

The Beatles’ Brian has made me hugely proud, but now there’s a much worse association

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February 25, 2022 10:01

I used to love my name, before Jeffrey ruined it

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