How a Polarizing Dish Helps Tell the Story of Ashkenazi Jewish History. Chopped liver is more than just a deli classic that elicits strong feelings from lovers and haters alike. The Jewish connection to liver tells a unique story of a rich, indulgent dish that was popularized by Jews centuries ago, a byproduct of schmaltz production. It’s loved so much that a vegetarian version of this spread is even more popular now than the original.

Join Jeffrey Yoskowitz of The Gefilteria for a talk and cooking demo all about chopped liver (minus the actual liver!). Yoskowitz will weave the history of how shtetl life, agriculture, and the structure of family allowed certain food traditions to develop. Vegetarian “mock chop” will be served. Register here.