Shabbat dinner hosted by Israeli chef Dalia Hemed

By Maya Williams, Jewish Young Professionals Coordinator

Last month, the Jewish Young Professionals (JYP) enjoyed a fancy Shabbat dinner hosted by Israeli chef Dalia Hemed. We ate Israeli/ Sephardic food, like salatim, Moroccan couscous, salmon, and more. It was a wonderful meal hosted by an accomplished chef!

In February, JYP members gathered together for a peaceful havdalah on Vanderbilt Beach. We enjoyed one another's company and the beautiful sunset on the beach. We learned about Judaism's connection to the ocean and sand from JYP member Cayla, and following the sunset, we did the havdalah rituals together.

The JYP enjoys Shabbat dinners and other religious and non-religious programs in Collier County. If you are in your 20s-40s, come join us. Please send me an email, mayajw3@gmail.com, so I can include you in our next event.