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01Undated

Food is sort of like the Jewish sense of humor, a defense mechanism. It is one of the things that helped the Jews survive through 2,000 years of an often very harsh Diaspora.

Gil Marks / quote

02Undated

Throughout history, Hanukkah was a relatively minor festival, but it's become very popular in America due to its proximity to Christmas.

Gil Marks / quote

03Undated

The knish is a classic example of peasant food evolving into comfort food and even sophisticated fare.

Gil Marks / quote