Events

Cupcake Decorating & Piping Techniques

Cramer-Jacobs Family Culinary Studio @ the J 5601 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston, TX

Have you ever wanted to make a Pinterest worthy cupcake? Come learn how to make the most lux buttercream and perfect your piping skills with Morgan Jankovic, The Foodie Chef. We will practice piping borders and rosettes before we finish our final cupcake masterpiece! Morgan Jankovic, also known as The Foodie Chef, is a passionate […]

Salmon Makeover

Cramer-Jacobs Family Culinary Studio @ the J 5601 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston, TX

Fish can be an intimidating protein for some of us to master. This hands-on lunch and learn will guide you through understanding how to make the perfect salmon cakes. Menu: - Salmon cakes with a lemon thyme dipping sauce - Broccoli salad with a creamy avocado dressing Chef Ellen Schwartz has been cooking since she […]

Challah Club

Cramer-Jacobs Family Culinary Studio @ the J 5601 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston, TX

A braided challah can be a work of art and is a Friday night staple in many Jewish homes. Learn to braid your own challah using classic techniques and give your challah a sweet twist by making a crumble to top it off! You will go home with two challahs ready to bake for Shabbat! […]

Lunch in Tel Aviv

Cramer-Jacobs Family Culinary Studio @ the J 5601 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston, TX

Celebrate Yom Ha'Atzmaut, Israel's Independence Day, in the culinary studio with a hands-on class with Chef Yotam Dolev from Hamsa! Menu: Homemade falafel with tahini Pita Israeli salad Born in New York, Yotam’s family moved back to Israel when he was four years old. He grew up in Modi’in, a town right outside of Jerusalem. […]

Author Talk with Sandi Wisenberg

Evelyn Rubenstein JCC 5601 S. Braeswood, Houston, TX, United States

Join us for an evening with Sandi Wisenberg speaking on her new book The Wandering Womb: Essays in Search of Home, winner of the 2022 Juniper Prize in nonfiction from University of Massachusetts Press. Southern Review of Books writes, “A reader doesn’t have to be a Jewish feminist of a certain age to find something […]

Create Your Own Charcuterie Board

Cramer-Jacobs Family Culinary Studio @ the J 5601 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston, TX

Enjoy a glass of wine and sculpt a stunning centerpiece—your very own Instagram-worthy charcuterie board. Whether you are hosting a party or enjoying it with family, this class will teach you how to assemble the perfect board! Menu: An elevated cheese board showcasing an assortment of cheeses and fruits Honey ricotta crostini Ricotta stuffed dates, […]

An Israeli Lunch

Cramer-Jacobs Family Culinary Studio @ the J 5601 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston, TX

Take a journey through the sights, sounds and smells of Israeli cooking. We will make a classic Israeli lunch. Menu: Four different types of Shakshouka: white, green, Tunisian and classic Baked feta with olives Tahini Pita bread Israeli wine Instructor: Shoshi Bassan Shoshi Bassan has been cooking for as long as she can remember. She […]

An Israeli Dinner

Cramer-Jacobs Family Culinary Studio @ the J 5601 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston, TX

Take a journey through the sights, sounds and smells of Israeli cooking. We will make a classic Israeli dinner. Menu: Moroccan fish with a blend of spices and vegetables Herb, tomato and feta salad Challah bread Israeli wine Instructor: Shoshi Bassan Shoshi Bassan has been cooking for as long as she can remember. She loves […]

Challah Club

Cramer-Jacobs Family Culinary Studio @ the J 5601 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston, TX

A challah can be a work of art and is a Friday night staple in many Jewish homes. In this month's challah club, we will demonstrate the dough making process and learn how to make a savory stuffed challah with pesto and goat cheese. Instructor: Hilary Kamin Hilary Kamin is the Community Engagement Director at […]

Dinner Party in Italy

Cramer-Jacobs Family Culinary Studio @ the J 5601 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston, TX

Join Top Chef alumni Sasha Grumman as she teaches you how to prepare a perfect dinner party in Italy. Coming from a large Sicilian family, Sasha will take you through some of the classic comfort dishes she grew up with from this historic Mediterranean island. Menu: Panzanella, heirloom tomato, watermelon, basil and pickled red onions […]