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Would Ruth be any less meaningful a contributor to the Jewish people if she had remained a non-Jew who made a commitment to building a Jewish home?

Sure, we all love blintzes and rich creamy casseroles, but cheesecake is the undeniable star of the Shavuot dairy table.

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The holiday of Shavuot challenges us to extend acts of compassion. Who could benefit most from your kindness?

The American-born couple behind the Pat BaMelach bread bakeries In Israel extol the ancient virtues of wheat and its connection to Shavuot.

Around the world, Jews celebrate Shavuot with cheese blintzes, noodle kugels and creamy cheesecake. But why?

Renowned food blogger and culinary historian Tori Avey shares her most popular Shavuot recipes.