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A sheet of crescent shaped tan-colored cookies called Rugelach sit on a countertop.

Former Brewer Hones New Passion for Jewish Grandma Food

Michael Crane’s quest for a perfect pastrami on rye started six months ago after he ordered the standard Jewish deli classic while enjoying lunch with his wife. Eager to relish a sandwich of mouthwatering, smoked, cured, and spiced brisket piled high on slices of sturdy, slightly earthy rye bread, Crane was disappointed when served a…

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An old printed recipe for Noodle Pudding

Noodle Kugel Recipe from Local Brewer Michael Crane

Grandma Brynia’s Noodle Kugel To see more about local brewer Michael Crane and his passion for Jewish Grandma food, see our recent story from Jill Wendholt Silva. A noodle casserole that can be savory or sweet, Crane’s version contains sweet raisins.  Makes 12 servings 12 ounces wide egg noodles Ingredients Instructions 1. Preheat oven to…

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A Handwritten recipe of discolored paper written in blue ink.

Traditional Mandel Bread Recipe From Local Brewer Michael Crane

Brynia’s Mandel Brote (Mandel Bread) To see more about local brewer Michael Crane and his passion for Jewish Grandma food, see our recent story from Jill Wendholt Silva. Mandelbread translates to almond bread, which is basically Jewish biscotti. “I did some research, and there are records of Jews in Italy, so biscotti did come first,”…

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A craft cocktail on a table.

Drinker’s Delight: The Magic of Milk Punch

Meet the Kansas City man behind Bronson’s Milk Punch, one of the nation’s first ready-to-drink bottle milk punches.

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Jyoti Mukharji teaches Indian cooking classes from the comfort of her Prairie Village home.

Passion for Indian Home Cooking Inspires a Devoted Following

Since 2010, Jyoti Mukharji has quietly welcomed nearly 5,000 students into her Prairie Village home for her popular Indian cooking classes, many of which sellout within 24 hours.

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