Ronnie Fein

Ronnie Fein gave up a fast-track, high-pay job as an associate at a major Wall Street law firm to become a freelance food and lifestyle writer. Over the years she has written for the food sections of daily newspapers including Newsday, The Connecticut Post, Stamford Advocate and Greenwich Time, and for numerous publications including the New Jewish Voice, Connecticut Bride, Connecticut Magazine, Jewish Woman Magazine, Westport and Greenwich Magazines, Consumer’s Digest, New Canaan Advertiser and others. She writes for on-line sites including The Jewish Week and JoyOfKosher. Ronnie is also author of four cookbooks: The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Cooking Basics, The Complete Idiot’s Guide to American Cooking, Hip Kosher, and The Modern Kosher Kitchen. She was also a contributing editor to The New Cook’s Catalogue, the 25th anniversary edition of the James Beard original.


Articles by Ronnie Fein

This Retro Stewed Fruit Recipe Deserves a Comeback

This sweet and cozy dish is part of a grandmother's legacy. But don't call it Bubbe food.

Salmon Patties Are a Surprisingly Jewish Comfort Food

And we think it's time they make a comeback.

You Can Thank This Jewish American Philanthropist for Pasteurized Milk

Nathan Strauss fought tirelessly to save the lives of children in America.

It’s Not Hanukkah at My House Without Cheese Latkes

Hanukkah's dairy tradition dates back thousands of years.

This Romanian Jewish Polenta Is the Ultimate Comfort Food

Mamaliga deserves a top spot in the Ashkenazi culinary canon.

A Love Letter to Salami and Eggs

It's time to bring back this old school Jewish favorite!

Baba Au Rhum: Babka’s Fancy French Cousin

Babka's culinary roots may surprise you.

How Horseradish Became a Passover Staple

The history of this spicy holiday condiment.