Chabad Hosts Gluten-Free Pesach Cooking Demo

Chabad of Orange County’s Jewish Women’s Circle enjoyed a tasty and informative Passover-Gluten Free Cooking Demonstration this past Wednesday, held at the Chabad Center in Chester, NY. The demo was presented by expert Chef Shifra Klein of Brooklyn, editor of the highly acclaimed Joy Of Kosher Magazine.

Chana Burston, co-director of Chabad of Orange County, welcomed the 40 participants and offered spiritual insights into the upcoming holiday of Passover.

Chef Shifra Klein followed with demonstrating how to make a variety of unique Passover and gluten-free dishes, including Tropical Salad with Avocado dressing, Spinach Stuffed Salmon Fillet, Braised Brisket, Maple Glazed Vegetables and Chocolate-Mocha Parfait. Afterward, participants enjoyed tasting and socializing.

“It was a wonderful evening with great recipes which I look forward to making for Passover” said Gladys Wenzel, of Monroe.

Adria Gross of Monroe was the lucky winner of the event raffle prize – a beautiful Passover package.

All who attended received a booklet of the evening’s recipes, as well as a copy of the Joy of Kosher magazine.

The Jewish Women’s Circle provides the opportunity for women from throughout the county to relax and socialize while exploring both the physical and mystical aspects of their heritage.  Through innovative workshops, lectures and creative activates, contemporary issues are explored.  Upcoming programs for the summer and fall include a drumming circle, Israeli dance, kosher cooking as well as many other innovative events.