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Beyond The Bierhaus: German Food Is Better (And More Diverse) Than You Think
Expand your food horizons in Germany with diverse restaurants and street food (but don’t skip the traditional offerings)! Most Americans believe that German cuisine is, as the Germans themselves put it, strictly herzhaft and deftig — “hearty” and “solid.” And they’re right. Many of the German mainstays — say, schnitzel, bratwurst and beer — are…
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The Stunning Synagogues of Germany
Before World War II, according to a German news site, there were about 2,800 synagogues in Germany. Now there are around 130. It’s a grim statistic, but there is cause for optimism. Since reunification Germans have a renewed interest in the Jewish history of their country. They’ve also welcomed an influx of Jews, mainly from…
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Can Gaucher Disease Carriers Have Symptoms?
The National Gaucher Foundation has received several inquiries from people identified as carriers who are experiencing Gaucher disease (pronounced go-SHAY) symptoms. Many people are curious about whether or not Gaucher disease carriers can have symptoms. The short answer is no, but it is possible that some people were misdiagnosed. This post explores how Gaucher disease…
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Brian’s Story: Finding a Treatment for Type 1 Gaucher
Brian Berman is president and chief executive officer of the National Gaucher Foundation (NGF). Diagnosed at the age of 4 with Type 1 Gaucher disease after suffering critical and worsening symptoms, Mr. Berman’s initial prognosis was grim. His parents refused to watch their son die without a fight. They found Dr. Roscoe Brady, who was…
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The Art Lover’s Guide to Israel
If you’re an art lover in Israel, prepare yourself: wear comfortable shoes, eat a big breakfast and stay hydrated. Because you’re going to have some long, fun days. (The breakfast part, at least, will be easy — Israeli breakfasts are amazing.) Every guidebook will tell you to hit the standbys like Jerusalem’s Israel Museum or…
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When in Israel, Drink Local
There’s a longstanding stereotype claiming that Jews don’t drink — that we prefer humus to highballs, brisket to beer. But that’s no longer true. A younger generation, one more adventurous about food in general, has become attuned to the joys of booze. Israelis, in fact, make excellent wine, beer and stronger stuff too. You heard…
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