Category: Jewish Tradition

“Abraham used a Shadchan. If there had never been Shadchans, Jewish people would have disappeared.” Read more in The Jewish News whether the long-standing role of the Jewish matchmaker is still so important (by Sophie Eastaugh)

Ingredients: – 200g dark chocolate – 100g butter – 100g sugar – 4 eggs plus 2 yolks – 4 tbs flour   – Melt the chocolate and butter together in a double broiler. Stir until smooth and let cool 10 minutes. – In another bowl, whisk eggs and yolks together with sugar until the mixture…

Matchmaking is an ancient tradition, central to Jewish culture. In Hebrew it is referred to as Shidduch and is considered a mitzvah (commandment).  Traditionally, any member of the community could (and often would) try his hand at matchmaking, thus becoming a matchmaker or shadchan.  Often, when the amateur matchmakers (mothers, family members, friends, etc …)…

In history and literature – Jewish literature particularly – coming across the zesty characters of wise aged matchmakers and worried young couples is not rare. However in real life, as relationships between men and women have become more liberal, matchmakers seem to have disappeared from most social circles. The accepted idea has been that a…

For about 18 latkes: – 3 large baking potatoes – 1/4 teaspoon baking powder – 2 eggs, separated – 1 teaspoon kosher salt – 1 onion – 1 tablespoon flour – Black pepper Peel the potatoes and grate them with a food processor.  Empty the potato pulp into a sieve and wash under cold water…

In many Jewish circles, particularly those who are religiously observant, dating is no game. Dating is not meant for the purpose of entertainment as it is in some other cultural circles. It is actually a matter of great seriousness. According to Jewish law, people do not date until they have reached an age of maturity,…

Dating with the aim of marrying is an important step and requires considerable thinking, planning and commitment.  Friends and your favorite Jewish mother are usually more than willing to help with the selection process.  But assistance can also come from another, more experienced, source: a traditional matchmaker or shadchan. Jewish matchmakers, traditional figures of the…

You are single but would like nothing more than to find a soulmate, settling into a long-term relationship and maybe starting a family? Not that you haven’t tried to meet people. Meeting people is actually about the only thing you do during your free time. On the Internet, in bars, at corporate or family events.…

The CCLJ has published an article on the International Marriage Agency Simantov, managed for the last 27 years by Jose Weber, professional “chadkhan”, who has recently joined forces with a new partner. Together, they speak French, English, German, Russian, Hebrew and Spanish, which allows them to work in Europe, but also in Israel, the United…