Food

Mixing Bowl: Kosher Burgers; Za’atar Recipes; Yummy Reading

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By Susan Armitage April 26, 2013

High-end kosher burgers take Manhattan. [YeahThatsKosher]

If you’ve never heard of za’atar, an herbal Middle Eastern spice blend, you’re missing out. Try it on flatbread, popcorn or in a Shabbat-worthy roast chicken recipe. [The Kitchn]

Saveur’s Best Food Blog Awards winners are up. Peruse the list for mouthwatering photos, recipes and new food voices to follow. [Saveur]

Ever stained a pan cooking with wine, brown sugar or citrus? Get the lowdown on non-reactive cookware. [DavidLeibovitz.com]

East River Bagels are now at Smorgasburg, a Brooklyn outdoor food market. Sourdough starter and unique flavorings set them apart. [Serious Eats]

A hot dog served up in a rye roll with pastrami and sauerkraut? Yes, please! Naperville’s Schmaltz calls it the Maccabeast, and it’s just one of the messy faves at this Chicagoland deli. [Serious Eats]

For something a little lighter, check out these Jerusalem kosher vegetarian picks. [YeahThatsKosher]

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