Michael Aviad
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The Boston Marathon Tragedy

Knowing someone you love is out there watching you makes every hard step a little less painful. But that’s all under the assumption your loved one is safe. You run with the good faith that those running with you, and those watching, will be okay.
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Sumac Turkey

Sumac Turkey

Just when you thought you’d had enough of turkey, along comes an irresistible, tangy turkey recipe. If you’re not familiar with sumac, it’s a very common spice in the Middle East, where sumac berries grow. To prepare the spice, the berries are dried and crushed to a deep purple-red powder.
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Parmesan Flax Crackers

Flax crackers just might be the perfect snaking solution. These flax crackers are low carb, gluten free, sugar free, diabetes-friendly, and nut-free. They aren’t dairy free, but certainly can be modified to accommodate anyone who is lactose intolerant or vegan. I set out to create this recipe for three reasons. First, my wife has been hinting at it. Second, for me, eating low carb means I almost never have a quick and crunchy snack food.
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Fried Eggplant Salad

Fried Eggplant Salad

Eggplant is a staple in Mediterranean cooking. We eat it regularly throughout the summer and early fall. It’s so versatile that you can do almost anything with it – grilled, oven-roasted, or fried – it is equally delicious no matter how you cook it. Eggplant can incorporated into main courses and makes a terrific appetizer or side dish as well.
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Arugula and Pomegranate Salad

This year I’ve decided to go with a pomegranate salad. Pomegranate is full of sweetness, and combined with the peppery, slightly bitter flavor of arugula you have an incredible combination of rich tastes – contrasting, yet complementary. And the lemon and mustard bring in just the right amount of seasoning and add a nice texture to the salad.
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Shakshuka

Shakshuka is a traditional North African dish that is wildly popular in Israel. You can find shakshuka on the menu in just about every café in Tel Aviv. Shakshuka is generally eaten as a breakfast food, but makes a good meal at any time of the day.
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Fried Haloumi Salad

Haloumi salad.  That is all. This recipe for a salad made with fried Haloumi cheese really doesn’t need an introduction.  You shouldn’t…
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