A Passover seder is intended to be an annual rite of passage, as so many religions have in some form, but the menu if almost ...

Passover, a Jewish celebration of freedom from slavery in Egypt, is celebrated in April. Jewish families will once again come together to celebrate a Seder meal. Here is what you need to know about ...

With the right kitchen tools, you can take much of the stress out of preparing your Passover meal. Find out which gadgets can ...

With themes of freedom, resilience and community at its core, Passover feels more relevant than ever in 2025. Beginning Saturday, April 12, and observed through the evening of April 20, the weeklong ...

Matzah gets elevated in sweet desserts by the two runners-up in our inaugural “Matzah Madness” recipe contest.

In our society, it sometimes seems that Easter has been reduced to a celebration of chocolate bunnies, fake grass and eggs.

Area houses of worship are invited to share their news for our free weekly listings. Email information to Mercury Editor Tony Phyrillas at [email protected].

Over 200,000 pounds of Egg Beaters and Bob Evans products were recalled over potential cleaning solution contamination. The USDA says that health risks are low, but consumers should still steer clear.

The Rockford IceHogs, or The Rockford Mighty Oaks as they will be on Saturday, April 5th, are preparing for their live jersey ...

Ohio State students will need to find a new late-night bite after a campus staple closed abruptly this week. The familiar blue awning of Apollo’s Greek Kitchen ...

Jeremy Salamon reconnects with his Hungarian Jewish heritage and the charming childhood created by his grandmother.

Oyster lovers satisfied their taste buds while raising over $50,000 for local cancer patients. The inaugural Shuck Cancer of ...