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Expanded Definition of Qualified Charitable Distributions Now Includes Life Income Gifts

In addition to the ability to make gifts through a QCD of $100,000 a year directly to charity, the bill allows IRA owners to make a one-time distribution for a CGA or CRT. This is limited to a maximum of $50,000, and although not limited to […]

Happy 75th Birthday Israel

April 26 is the 75th Yom Ha’Atzmaut, or Israel’s Independence Day. Our Jewish homeland is full of innovation, deep history and rich culture. Over the years, Jewish Baltimore has forged a powerful connection to Israel, resulting in life-changing programming, experiences and relationships that bring our […]

Expanded Definition of Qualified Charitable Distributions

Beginning in 2023, the definition of qualified charitable distributions is expanded to include certain distributions to create life income gifts, specifically charitable gift annuities (CGA) and charitable remainder trusts (CRT). In addition to the ability to make gifts through a QCD of $100,000 a year […]

And That’s The Way We Became The Bagel Bunch

On this episode of The Associated’s Pull Up A Chair Podcast, Howard and Ann Cornblatt discuss growing up in Baltimore, childhood days and how the Myerberg Center has provided them a community they consider a second family.

Slow-Roasted Short Rib with Fermented Schug

SCHUG For the short rib:1. Mix salt and Hawaj spices together and generously rub over the meat. Cure meat in refrigerator overnight, unwrapped.2. Roast in a 275 Degree oven for 5-6 hours, or until fork tender.3. Allow to rest for 10-15 minutes. Remove meat from […]

Za’atar Roasted Chicken over Sumac Potatoes

Prepare the Chicken and Potatoes: 1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. 2. Cut each potato into six wedges. In a 9 x 13-inch metal or glass baking dish, toss the potatoes and shallots with one tablespoon of olive oil and the sumac, salt, […]

Eggplant Dip

Instructions: 1. Roast 3-4 large eggplants in the oven until the peel is burned. Scoop the inside of the eggplants and put them in a food processor or blender. 2. Turn on the food processor and blender and slowly add a half cup of oil. […]

Shakshuka

Mother’s Day is just around the corner and what better way to celebrate the special women in our lives than by treating them to a delicious and hearty meal? Shakshuka, is the perfect recipe to impress and delight your mom this Mother’s Day. Made with […]

Yemenite Soup

Ingredients: Instructions: 1. Clean and place chicken parts in big soup pot 2. Fill with tap water 4/5 to the top 3. Bring to a boil and skim any fat from the top of the soup 4. Lower flame to simmer 5. Add vegetables and […]

Roz’s Brisket

Ingredients: Instructions: 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. 2. Place brisket in a roasting pan, fat side down and cook, uncovered for one hour. 3. Drain the fat from the pan. 4. Combine all ingredients and pour over brisket – fat side up. 5. […]