Historic Savannah Foundation is pleased to host a special lecture on “Jewish Foodways in the Lowcountry South” as part of the 2024 Lecture Series, “People, Stories, and Places that define Savannah.” This cultural discussion will feature Kugels & Collards authors Rachel Barnett and Lyssa Harvey as well as Congregation Mickve Israel’s Rabbi Robert Haas on Thursday, April 18 at the HSF headquarters, located at 321 E. York St., Savannah, GA. Attendees are invited to a wine reception at 5:30 p.m, with the lecture starting at 6 p.m.

The discussion will include Rabbi Haas addressing Savannah’s significant Jewish history, and authors Barnett and Harvey exploring the unique history and experience of Jewish foodways in the Lowcountry South.  

Barnett and Harvey’s book, Kugels & Collards, is a collection of recipes and essays from Jewish families who arrived in the South from 1791 to the present day. Published as a project of the Columbia Jewish Heritage Initiative and sponsored by the Jewish Historical Society of South Carolina and Historic Columbia, the book uses food as a lens to view the Jewish experience in the South and explores the merging of Southern and Jewish elements into the foodways that now define Lowcountry cuisine.

“We often focus on physical representations of history through buildings or monuments, but history can also be experienced through recipes that have been passed down for generations,” says Historic Savannah Foundation CEO and President Susan Adler.

 Historic Savannah Foundation’s 2024 Lecture Series is open to the public. Reservations are recommended, as space is limited. Attendance is free for Historic Savannah Foundation members and $15 for non-members.

Join University South Caroliniana Society for Kugels & Collards: a Conversation with Rachel Gordin Barnett and Lyssa Kligman Harvey on Tuesday, April 16, at 6 p.m. at the Campus Room at Capstone Conference Center, presented by the University South Caroliniana Society and the South Caroliniana Library. This is a free event.

Hear Rachel Gordin Barnett and Lyssa Kligman Harvey talk about recipes, stories, and the creation of their award-winning cookbook, Kugels & Collards: Stories of Food, Family, and Tradition in Jewish South Carolina.

Register yourself and your friends now for a memorable evening!

Kicking off the new Jewish & New Orleans Cuisine & Heritage Series is this delicious event with Kugels and Collards authors Lyssa Harvey and Rachel Barnett. Through recipes and stories, the two food authors will explore the food history, traditions, and memories of South Carolina Jewry. This in-person event will take place at the Museum on March 14, at 6 p.m. Central; it will also be streamed on Zoom. A book signing and small reception will follow the discussion. Register for the in-person event and zoom online.

Meet Rachel Gordin Barnett and Lyssa Kligman Harvey at the Memphis JCC Social Hall as they share stories that illuminate the richness of the southern Jewish table. Come prepared to share your favorite memory from the kitchen or dining table of your parents, grandparents, or great-grandparents during this public program. Books will be available for purchase and kugels will be available for tasting!

The Congregation Shearith Isreal in Atlanta, GA, is hosting a delicious afternoon of learning and sharing the love of Jewish food and foodways. Kugels & Collards authors Rachel Barnett and Lyssa Harvey are the keynote speakers for the event, and will be onsite with copies of the book for purchase. Advance sale tickets are $25, or $30 at the door.

Hampton Street Vineyard is excited to present a Kugels & Collards wine dinner. HSV will be cooking four dishes inspired by the cookbook, and pairing them with six expertly chosen wines. The authors will be present to speak about the food and sign books! Books are available for purchase with ticket for 20% off retail price. A limited number of books will be available at retail price during the event.

1st Course "Liver and Onions" Chicken liver mousse and sweet onion jam

2nd Course Matzo Ball Soup

3rd Course Brisket and Collard Greens

4th Course Cheesecake

*Please note that the menu and wine are not kosher

On January 28th, authors Rachel Barnett and Lyssa Harvey will make a tour of the Upstate with stops in both Greenville and Spartanburg to promote their cookbook Kugels & Collards®. The day will conclude with a stop in Spartanburg for a Q&A, sampling, and signing event. Hear from Rachel Barnett and Lyssa Harvey and try Grandma Ida's Lokshen Kugel before getting a copy or two of the book signed.

Registration is required to enjoy the recipe tasting ($2).

This event is presented by the Greenville Jewish Federation.

On January 28th, authors Rachel Barnett and Lyssa Harvey will make a tour of the Upstate with stops in both Greenville and Spartanburg to promote their cookbook Kugels & Collards®. Following the ticketed VIP brunch, the authors will move to the Cooks Station Cafe area to sign books for those who have pre-ordered or happen upon the event. A limited number of books will be available for purchase at the signing.

This event is presented by the Greenville Jewish Federation.

On January 28th, authors Rachel Barnett and Lyssa Harvey will make a tour of the Upstate with stops in both Greenville and Spartanburg to promote their cookbook Kugels & Collards®. Starting the day in Greenville for a VIP experience, guests will enjoy an intimate brunch and learning hour with a demonstration and sampling of recipes.

Tickets range from $40 - $60.

This event is presented by the Greenville Jewish Federation.

Drop in to Buxton Books from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 10, 2023, to get your copy of Kugels & Collards signed by authors.

Join authors Rachel Gordin Barnett and Lyssa Kligman Harvey at Cottage & Vine for the opportunity to purchase copies of the book to be signed. Come chat with the authors at this lovely, intimate boutique located in the heart of Forest Acres.

Join Historic Columbia and All Good Books for a discussion with authors Rachel Gordin Barnett and Lyssa Kligman Harvey, as they provide an overview of this fascinating cultural and culinary journey from blog to book. This discussion will be moderated by Kugels & Collards editor and Historic Columbia’s Director of Preservation, John Sherrer.

Guests will have the opportunity to purchase copies of the book to be signed by the authors.

This event is free, though space is limited. Arrive early to reserve your seat.

ABOUT SODA CITY SERIES: All Good Books’ Soda City Series is a monthly program that promotes engagement and stimulates community growth through author-led discussions about topics that shape who we are today.

Join the Jewish Historical Society of South Carolina and Historic Columbia for a book signing celebrating the launch of Kugels & Collards, a lively collection of South Carolina Jewish stories and special family recipes. In this book, authors Rachel Gordin Barnett and Lyssa Kligman Harvey explore the food history, traditions, and memories of Jews in South Carolina, building on their blog of the same title.  

Guests will be treated to a tasting using recipes from the book, and will enjoy a meet & greet with the authors and book contributors.  

Pre-ordered books will be available for pickup at event check-in, and will also be available for purchase at the event while supplies last. Kugels & Collards is published by University of South Carolina Press.

Thank You to Our Event Sponsors

Kugels & Collards authors Rachel Gordin Barnett and Lyssa Kligman Harvey will discuss their new book and share stories about how they took a concept for a blog and evolved it into a book that explores the fascinating intersection of Jewish and Southern food and culture. A light reception with refreshments to follow.

Guests will have the opportunity to purchase copies of the book to be signed by the authors.

This event is free and open to the public. Arrive early to reserve your seat.