Sonya Sanford
Sonya Sanford is a Portland OR based chef, writer, cooking instructor, and food stylist. Born and raised in Seattle to Soviet Jewish immigrants, Sonya specializes in diasporic modern Jewish food, seasonal + sustainable cooking, as well as Russian Jewish cuisine. Her culinary background includes working as a personal chef in Los Angeles, food styling for television and the web, and founding and executive cheffing Beetroot Market & Deli. You can find more about her and her recipes at www.sonyasanford.com or on Instagram @sonyamichellesanford.
Articles by Sonya Sanford
Easy Cheddar Cheese Coins for Hanukkah
The best kind of edible gelt is made with cheese, not chocolate.
This Portland Deli Has the Best Latkes In the U.S.
Sweet Lorraine’s proves Portland has a hunger for good Jewish food.
It Isn’t Rosh Hashanah at My House Without Smoked Fish
Unlike gefilte fish, this easy appetizer is a crowd-pleaser.
These Old Fashioned Apple Dumplings Are My Rosh Hashanah Comfort Food
Apple dumplings are rich and homey, and when drizzled in honey, they can sweetly welcome in the New Year.
Lox, Eggs and Onions Make the Perfect Jewish Breakfast
The LEO is a Jewish American staple.
These Ukrainian Cherry Dumplings Taste Like My Childhood
Sour cherry vareniki can be eaten as a main course or dessert.
This One-Bowl Tzimmes Cake Is Sweet Perfection
Combining sweet Ashkenazi tzimmes into baked goods has become an American Jewish tradition.
This Vegetarian Shawarma Recipe Is Perfect for Feeding a Crowd
This vegetarian main is versatile and customizable, and can be prepared in advance
Cheesy Greek Triangles Are the Perfect Savory Bite for Purim
This recipe originates from the Romaniote Jewish community, and is perfect for Shabbat and holidays.