Challah, that braided Jewish bread that’s eaten during Shabbat and holidays. Its popularity has grown so much that it’s offered in bakeries around the world. Challah is a rich dough and a gorgeous one ...

From Italy, Germany, or the Philippines, these festive breads bring global traditions to your table. Jodie Kautzmann is an editor, baker, and confectioner with more than 15 years of experience in ...

Celebrate a holiday bread tradition from Israel, Italy, Germany, or the Philippines with these recipes. Jennifer Causey / Food Styling by Emily Nabors Hall / Prop Styling by Shell Royster Braided, ...

Any table needs a bread roll of some sort, so why not make it challah, especially during the holidays? Start by making a challah dough recipe, and then follow these how-to steps to create adorable ...

Braided, spiced, studded, and banana leaf-wrapped breads have become holiday traditions across America with influences from around the world. Savor the moment with a baking project and celebrate the ...

Soft, golden, and beautifully braided, this easy sourdough challah bread recipe combines the rich tradition of sweet challah with the depth of slow-fermented sourdough. Made without commercial yeast, ...

This classic hugely versatile dough recipe from Claire Saffitz is rich, lightly sweet and ready to be shared. By Claire Saffitz If you don’t have the patience for breadmaking (or for baking at all), ...

Growing up Jewish meant challah! On Friday nights and special occasions, it was always one of the tastiest traditions — nothing compares to the beautifully braided shape, the shiny crust, and the soft ...

Baking and eating challah bread, which is typically round or braided and comes in loafs or rolls, is an important part of the Jewish tradition. Since biblical times, Jews have enjoyed it at their ...