Shavuot Surprise: From Cheese-filled Calzones to Lemon Cheesecake

Tzfatit cheese-filled calzones from Tiberias and Safed, and a lemon cheesecake recipe will satisfy the sweetest of tooths.

Say Cheesecake: The Top Seven Recipes for a Sweet Shavuot

Get ready for the holiday with the ultimate recipes for everyone's favorite Shavuot dessert

The Twisted History of Shavuot: Do Modern-day Jews Have It Wrong?

According to the Bible, Shavuot isn’t exactly a real holiday. What changed?

Opinion The Real Heroes of Israel’s Happy Harvest

Not Just Cheesecake: Symbolic Challahs for Shavuot

‘The dairy holiday’ is deeply rooted in agricultural practices in the Land of Israel, making it the perfect time for specialty baking

Shavuot Menu: Cheese in Everything

A different cheese in every dish makes for a luxurious holiday meal

Shavuot Recipe: Pan-seared Salmon With Herb Tabbouleh and Labneh

Great for Shavuot: Labneh, a Middle Eastern cheese made from strained yogurt, is available at Middle Eastern supermarkets, Israeli supermarkets and Whole Foods

Shavuot Recipe: Cauliflower Steaks With Gorgonzola Dolce

Great for Shavuot: Use your favorite blue cheese for this recipe

Shavuot Recipe: Leek, Garlic and Parmesan Soup

Great for Shavuot: You can keep the rind of parmesan (and other strong flavored hard cheese) in the freezer until ready to use

Rank and File: Celebrate Shavuot in Tel Aviv

Enjoy 'The Other Laila Lavan' at WeWork Sarona; take a journey back to 1990s South Africa in 'When Voices Meet'; and hear Sana Krasikov discuss the role of the historical novel in an age dominated by propaganda

A Simple Cheesecake in a Cup to Wow Your Guests

This Shavuot dessert is easy to make and looks impressive. No baking involved.

What Tel Aviv's Answer to Terrorism Should Be

Perhaps the occupation we should be opposing is the occupation of the Torah by those who have been monopolizing it.

Two Cheesy Israeli-style Quiches for a Holiday All About Dairy

The holiday of Shavuot has a clear theme of eating dairy for many Israelis, and the popular pashtida takes center stage.

What Shavuot Can Teach Today's Teens About Dating, Sex and Consent

As Jews, we tend to pride ourselves on passing on values to future generations. But are we ready to articulate Jewish values related to dating and sexuality to a teenager?

Hold the Cheese, Please: Vegan Cheesecake Recipe

The Jewish holiday of Shavuot provides the perfect opportunity for vegan bakers to show off their prowess.

Converting to Judaism Doesn't Have to Be So Hard

All it took for Ruth to become a Jew was to declarate her commitment to the Jewish people. Why then, do rabbis erect so many hurdles today?

A Sleepless Night Could Be the Key to Jewish Unity

On Shavuot, cross-denominational all-night study sessions give the various streams of Judaism an opportunity to rally around our common heritage and love: learning.

Festive Cheese Desserts From Top Israeli Chefs

Chocolate-cheese brownies, a classic cheesecake with crumb topping and a creamy vanilla babka – pastry chefs offer favorite recipes for Shavuot.

Where Did Shavuot Come From? Hint: Not the Torah

Nowhere in the Torah is it written that the Law was handed down to Jews on Shavuot. That interpretation of the harvest festival came later.

Following Criticism, Orthodox Group to Allow Reform, Conservative Rabbis in Special Shavuot Event

But Tzohar rabbis, who do not recognize non-Orthodox denominations, will reportedly not be present at the additional session.

First Fruits: Wines to Pair With Your Shavuot Cheese

Let these bright, strong white and rose wines enhance your cheese dishes to celebrate the Jewish midsummer harvest festival.

Fantastic Cheese Quiches for Shavuot: 8 Recipes

Quintessential cheese pies make an easy yet impressive meal for this Jewish holiday that's all about dairy.

Religious Group Excludes non-Orthodox Rabbis From Shavuot Event

The Tzavta Tel Aviv theater allows the snub for the second straight year.

Get Creative for a Mediterranean-style Shavuot Feast

Middle Eastern kataifi noodles dress up in a European-style honey cheese tart, and are the secret ingredient in a unique vegetable and cheese pie.

A Call to Conscience

We know the exact timing of the giving of the Torah: 49 days after the Exodus from Egypt, and prior to 40 years of wandering. Why was God in such a hurry to deliver the Ten Commandments?

Kashrut Awakening: When a Lapsed Catholic’s Jewish Kid Turns Kosher

After marrying a Jewish woman, a former Catholic grapples with how to feed his daughter, who’s turned to religion.

Shavuot: The Forgotten Sister

Of the three pilgrimage festivals, Sukkot is the most joyous and Passover the most popular, leaving Shavuot in the dark. Only ritual can save it.

Rolling Stones Accommodate Religious Fans, Reschedule Concert

The concert will start 45 minutes later so that observant Jews will be able to drive to the concert after the holiday of Shavuot ends that evening.

Sorry, New York: German-style Cheesecake Is Superior

For the perfect Shavuot dinner, try this ricotta and cream cheesecake, a creamy, light combination used in both Germany and Israel.