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CONTACT: Ilya Welfeld 201.439.1010 --TEMPTING SOULS AND TASTEBUDS-- NJOP to Celebrate the Tenth Anniversary of Shabbat Across America/Canada with the Publication of “ A Gourmet Shabbat,” which pairs Timeless Jewish Traditions with Extraordinary Recipes from Famous Chefs
NEW YORK, NY; February __ , 2006 – In celebration of the tenth anniversary of Shabbat Across America/Canada on March 3 rd , the National Jewish Outreach Program (www.njop.org) will give tens of thousands of Jews a “taste” of Shabbat with some help from world-famous chefs. A Gourmet Shabbat* is a full-color glossy publication featuring Friday night customs, blessings and songs surrounded by beautiful photography and mouth-watering recipes from master chefs such as Bobby Flay, Wolfgang Puck and Jean-Georges Vongerichten. “Food plays an important role in many religions and cultures. In Judaism, our tradition teaches us that it is the special ingredient of “Shabbat,” which makes recipes taste better on the Sabbath than on any other day,” said Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald, founder and director of NJOP. “This unique publication, A Gourmet Shabbat, includes the masterful artistry and scholarly words of Rabbi Yonah Weinrib alongside the culinary gifts of world-famous chefs. It is our hope that this combination of spiritual and palatable delights will become a perfect recipe for those who wish to experience the special ‘taste' of Shabbat.” A Gourmet Shabbat was designed to help individuals and families bring the spirit of the Sabbath home each week. It includes recipes for traditional Friday Night fare such as chicken soup, gefilte fish and brisket from world-famous chefs including: • Susie Fishbein • Bobby Flay • Sarah Moulton • Jeffrey Nathan • Joan Nathan • Wolfgang Puck • Jean-Georges Vongerichten The 10 th annual Shabbat Across America/Canada will take place in locations around the US and Canada on March 3, 2006 and is sponsored by the Melohn Family in honor of Mrs. Martha Melohn. The program introduces Jews with limited Jewish knowledge and background to the joy and beauty of the Jewish Sabbath. More than a half a million people have participated in Shabbat Across America/Canada since its inception in 1997, and more than 600 synagogues will participate in this highly successful outreach program this year. " Shabbat Across America/Canada allows Jews-many of whom have never enjoyed any Sabbath experience-to come together to get a real feel for one of the Jewish tradition's greatest treasures," continued Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald, founder and director of NJOP. "Of course, Shabbat is not merely a series of gourmet meals. Shabbat is an environment of light, peace, domestic tranquility and song. But most of all, an environment of sanctity.” While specific program details vary from location to location, all participants will enjoy an explanatory Friday evening Sabbath service, as well as a festive communal dinner in a welcoming environment. Many synagogues will utilize NJOP's educational modules while others will choose to bring in guest speakers or other special programs. For a list of synagogues participating in Shabbat Across America/Canada or to register for a local Shabbat Across America/Canada program, visit www.njop.org or call 1-888-SHABBAT. For more information about A Gourmet Shabbat, please visit www.njop.org. The National Jewish Outreach Program expresses its gratitude to the Gibber children for generously dedicating the volume in honor of their parents, Debbie and Elliot Gibber, and to the masterful artist and scholar Rabbi Yonah Weinrib for his extraordinary graphic skills and writing talent. Photography for A Gourmet Shabbat was provided by the talented Alan Richardson. *The National Jewish Outreach Program will mail a complimentary copy of A Gourmet Shabbat to those who register for Shabbat Across America/Canada; visit www.njop.org to request a copy. About the National Jewish Outreach ProgramFounded in 1987 by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald to address the critical issues of assimilation and lack of Jewish knowledge, NJOP is now one of the largest and most successful Jewish outreach organizations in the world. To date, more than 860,000 people have benefited from NJOP's innovative, free programs which have been held in 3,640 locations—including synagogues, community centers, military bases and college campuses—in all 50 states, nine Canadian provinces and 30 countries around the world. (www.njop.org) |