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Knish: In Search of the Jewish Soul Food and the HBI Series on Jewish Women in 2026

"The knish, a quintessential staple of Ashkenazi culinary tradition, has evolved far beyond its humble Eastern European roots to become a cultural touchstone. When we examine "Knish: In Search of the Jewish Soul Food," we are not merely discussing a dough-wrapped filling; we are exploring a scholarly and cultural investigation into the intersection of identity, gender, and migration. This exploration is anchored by the Brandeis Series on Jewish Women, published by the Hadassah-Brandeis Institute (HBI), which provides the critical framework for understanding how foodways preserve the narratives of Jewish women across generations. In 2026, the s..."

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