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Ally Sass

Ally Sass is the Associate Editor of The Nosher. Originally from Cambridge, MA, she is currently based in Brooklyn, NY. She received her MFA in playwriting from Boston University in May, 2021. Much of her work centers on gender and intergenerational discussions of Jewish identity. Learn more at allysass.com.


Articles by Ally Sass

The Jewish History of Candy Cigarettes

This retro candy has a surprising Jewish legacy behind it.

Nike Is Set to Release Bagel Sneakers and We Need Them ASAP

We know what you'll be wearing to your next bagel brunch.

Why Sephardic Jews Eat Fish for Rosh Hashanah

This Sephardic tradition is about faith, renewal and perseverance.

This Chicago Jewish Deli Marks 80 Years Serving Up Its Iconic Corned Beef and Pastrami

Manny's marks 80 years with a smoky twist on one of their most popular items.

Zaftigs in Boston Is All About Classic Deli Food and Curvy Jewish Matriarchs

And they are serving up bowl after bowl of Nanny Fanny's chicken soup.

These 5 Jewish Delis Are Serving All-Vegan Menus

From carrot lox to cashew cream cheese, these meat and dairy-free delis are serving up all the delicious nostalgia of the New York deli experience.

At Long Last, Pastrami Comes to Disney World

All you want after riding Space Mountain is a mountain of schmear, amirite?

This Connecticut Jewish Deli Is the Perfect Pit Stop Off I-84

The perfect stop halfway between Boston and New York City, with some of the best corned beef sandwiches.

We Found the Best Black And White Cookie-Inspired Treats You Can Buy

From ice cream to coffee, these products are for the black and white cookie lovers.