A Slice of Shavuot: The Story Behind Traditional Israeli Cheesecake
Why We Eat Dairy on Shavuot There are many beautiful interpretations of the Shavuot dairy tradition. Some say it’s because the Torah is likened to milk – nourishing and pure. Others remind us that upon receiving the Torah, the Israelites had no kosher meat ready, so they prepared simple dairy meals. Whatever the reason, Shavuot became a holiday filled with soft cheeses, blintzes, and – most famously – cheesecake.The Israeli take on this dessert is light, airy, and subtly sweet – often made with gvina levana (a creamy white cheese) and brightened with citrus or vanilla. The Classic Israeli Cheesecake...