That’s so kind, Amie! I did have a splendid time (and a great meal!) and wrote about it today. I’d love to know how you like the book. I think she’s had s as remarkable life. When I mentioned iconic Jewish cookbooks, I should definitely have mentioned her—huge oversight. But now you know.
I enjoyed reading this so much, Ruth. Joan is an institution here in DC. I’ve been lucky to meet her a couple of times. Have a wonderful time at the dinner!
Joan Nathan sounds like such an interesting person. I loved reading your post about her. And the dinner sounds fabulous - I look forward to hearing about it.
Thanks for sharing, I've been wanting to know more about this author since your challah post. I use her recipe, as you kindly suggested, and find it super easy and doable. Will look into her new book!
Thanks, Sinù! It's really a great read, with so many super recipes. I think you'll enjoy it. Some of her haroset (or charoset!) recipes are really great!
I love the dollhouse kitchen and the fact that it is still being played with! Thank you, Ruth, for this informative dive into the life and career of Joan Nathan! What a fascinating woman. Enjoy the dinner tonight.
Thanks, Vicki! I really loved the generation-to-generation story of the dollhouse. Apparently you could really cook and bake miniature goodies using the utensils and the kitchen lit up!
Really good book, Judy! I think you'd probably enjoy reading about her life, even if you don't make anything. There are a whole lot of stories about her childhood visits to New York City with her mother that I didn't mention.
What history behind Joan Nathan's work! Loved seeing home -made matzo being made in the video, because I've only ever seen the factory kind. Have a wonderful time at the dinner, Ruth, and here's to the healing power of food. ❤️
Thanks so much, Annette! I don't know why I'd never seen any of these videos, but they're fascinating capsules in time. Yes, let's hear it for the healing power of food (over a bowl of matzo ball soup!).🍲
I thoroughly enjoyed this well-researched piece so much, I ordered the book! I know you’ll have a wonderful dinner.
That’s so kind, Amie! I did have a splendid time (and a great meal!) and wrote about it today. I’d love to know how you like the book. I think she’s had s as remarkable life. When I mentioned iconic Jewish cookbooks, I should definitely have mentioned her—huge oversight. But now you know.
I enjoyed reading this so much, Ruth. Joan is an institution here in DC. I’ve been lucky to meet her a couple of times. Have a wonderful time at the dinner!
Thanks, Domenica! It was great fun! She’s a gracious, terrific lady and the dinner was really delicious.
Joan Nathan sounds like such an interesting person. I loved reading your post about her. And the dinner sounds fabulous - I look forward to hearing about it.
Thanks, Julia! The dinner was terrific, and I’ll be sharing more about it soon!
Thanks for sharing, I've been wanting to know more about this author since your challah post. I use her recipe, as you kindly suggested, and find it super easy and doable. Will look into her new book!
Thanks, Sinù! It's really a great read, with so many super recipes. I think you'll enjoy it. Some of her haroset (or charoset!) recipes are really great!
What a gorgeous post, Ruth, can’t wait to hear about your dinner with Joan! ❤️
Thank you, Jolene! Will be reporting on it soon!❤️
I love the dollhouse kitchen and the fact that it is still being played with! Thank you, Ruth, for this informative dive into the life and career of Joan Nathan! What a fascinating woman. Enjoy the dinner tonight.
Thanks, Vicki! I really loved the generation-to-generation story of the dollhouse. Apparently you could really cook and bake miniature goodies using the utensils and the kitchen lit up!
Even better!
What a lovely newsletter, I especially enjoyed all the cookbook tales…Thank you for sharing.
Thanks, Wendy! So glad you enjoyed it. And also thanks so much for the restack!
You did it again, Ruth. What a wealth of information. The book and recipes sound wonderful.
Really good book, Judy! I think you'd probably enjoy reading about her life, even if you don't make anything. There are a whole lot of stories about her childhood visits to New York City with her mother that I didn't mention.
What history behind Joan Nathan's work! Loved seeing home -made matzo being made in the video, because I've only ever seen the factory kind. Have a wonderful time at the dinner, Ruth, and here's to the healing power of food. ❤️
Thanks so much, Annette! I don't know why I'd never seen any of these videos, but they're fascinating capsules in time. Yes, let's hear it for the healing power of food (over a bowl of matzo ball soup!).🍲