Sabor Judío: tasting and sharing Jewish-Mexican diaspora stories

Join the co-author of Sabor Judío: The Jewish Mexican Cookbook (2024 finalist in food writing + cookbooks from the Jewish Book Council) as we explore the art of preserving treasured family recipes and the making of this book across generations and borders. Engage with the recipes and other writings of esteemed Jewish-Mexican authors such as Margo Glantz and Angelina Muñiz Huberman as we practice close-reading and interpretation. Discuss diaspora, nostalgia through food memories, hyphenated identities and diversity within Jewish food tastes and practices.

Margaret E. Boyle is a Professor at Bowdoin College and a member of the 25-26 Jews of the Americas Artist-Scholar Residency at Brandeis University. Her scholarship encompasses the languages, literature, and cultures of early modern Spain and colonial Latin America, focusing on Hispanic women's literary and cultural history, comedia history and performance, and health humanities. Her books include, "Unruly Women: Performance, Penitence, and Punishment in Early Modern Spain", "Health and Healing in the Early Modern Iberian World: A Gendered Perspective" and most recently "Sabor Judío: The Jewish Mexican Cookbook," co-authored with Ilan Stavans. Additionally, Professor Boyle directs Multilingual Mainers, a program aimed at combating xenophobia through language and cultural education, and has received support from prestigious grants and fellowships, including the Fulbright and Whiting Foundations.

Who are these classes for?

Our classes are for everyone—whether you’re brand new to the topic or have been engaging with it for years, we encourage participation from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experience levels. Unless otherwise noted, no prior knowledge or experience is needed. Not sure if a class is for you? Email us at Learning@Lehr.haus!

Why are there tickets at different prices?

Our tickets utilize a Pay-What-You-Can model so attendees can pay a range of prices based on what they are able to pay to allow for greater accessibility. Please select the price point that feels right for you.

Can I eat during class?

While we do not serve food in the study, you are welcome to order and enjoy drinks during class and join us for a meal before or after class. We highly recommend making a reservation if you know you'll be dining with us. Visit www.lehr.haus/reservation to check availability and book a table.