Ellie Rudee

Ellie Rudee

Ellie Rudee (she/her) is the marketing and content manager for the Union for Reform Judaism. Since graduating from Scripps College in 2015, she made aliyah to Israel and has worked as a journalist focusing on global Jewry and culinary arts, and in marketing and PR. She is a trained culinary tour guide of Jerusalem, started the Jerusalem Cooking Club for young Jerusalemites, and has hosted local and international cooking workshops and retreats. Her first cookbook, Tastes of Freedom: A Passover Cookbook, was published in 2022 and was translated to Spanish and Russian. She loves to teach people about the intersections of food, culture, and Jewish peoplehood. Follow her adventures in Israel on Instagram at @foodierudee.

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Six Symbols to Showcase Jewish Pride

Ellie Rudee
In a world where identity and culture are increasingly celebrated, wearing symbols of one's heritage has become a powerful way to express pride and connection. For Jews, wearing Jewish symbols in the face of rising antisemitism and hostility can be particularly meaningful.
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Dear Israel: A Story of Love and Longing

Ellie Rudee
In the pages of a hand-drawn picture book, your story first unfolded before me, telling the tale of my parents' first journey together to your distant lands.
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Shalom Begins on Your Plate: A Journey to Plant-Based Eating

Ellie Rudee
Rabbi Adam Grossman's journey to plant-based eating is a testament to the transformative power of food choices. Inspired by his spouse's decision to adopt a sustainable lifestyle, Grossman embarked on a journey that would change his life and deepen his connection to Judaism.

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