Stephanie Ganz

Once a professional cook, Stephanie Ganz now writes about mostly food from her home in Richmond, VA, where she lives with her husband, two daughters, and one excellent cat.


Articles by Stephanie Ganz

The Jewish History of Joyva

This 115 year-old candy company is the ultimate American immigrant story.

Sauce Gribiche Is My Secret Weapon for Passover

A perfect way to use up hard-boiled eggs and herbs from the Seder.

Cacio e Pepe Matzah Brei Recipe

Mash up your morning matzah brei with black pepper and some sharp cheese.

This Forgotten Jewish Flatbread Tastes Just Like a Bialy

Easy to make at home, this underrated onion-topped bread is a Jewish gem.

Turn Your Stale Jelly Donuts Into This Sweet Bread Pudding Recipe

Store-bought raspberry jelly sufganiyot do all the hard work in this sweet recipe.

These Latkes Have a Brilliant Secret Ingredient from Trader Joe’s

Easy, savory and perfect paired with tahini yogurt for dipping.

This No-Bake Chocolate Tahini Pie Is a Breeze to Make

This easy dessert can also be made vegan!

You Should Be Eating Matzah Brei All Year Long

Low on dinner ideas? Break out that box of matzah sitting in your pantry.

Israeli and African Comfort Foods Find a Home in This Virginia Restaurant

Building community through food, and creating some exciting new dishes in the process.

The Very Jewish History of Breakstone’s Butter

And why it's the only kosher-for-Passover butter game in town.