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CLTC 3 2015 coming soon!
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CLTC 5 2015 coming soon!
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CLTC 1 2015 coming soon!
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CLTC 2 2015 coming soon!
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CLTC 2 is coming soon! Make sure to check back here for blog updates and below for pictures!
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CLTC 6 2015 coming soon!
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CLTC 8 2015 coming soon!
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CLTC 7 2015 coming soon!
Posted on 03/09/2015 @ 05:14 PM
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Israeli Exploration
Posted on 07/01/2014 @ 02:15 PM
On Monday, the teens at CLTC learned skills on decision making in their classrooms while figuring how to turn all situations into a win-win scenario. They then continued to prepare for the programs that all mock chapters will be running and leading over the next two days. The participants got to choose different skills that they wanted to learn in different rotations such as Israeli dancing, video editing, platform making, and speech writing and giving. Loving her experience in the Rikkudim rotation, Sam Sinder of Kentucky Indiana Ohio says, "I learned a lot about Israeli dancing and I can't wait to take it back to my chapter." The CLTC community later gathered to have a ceremony and reflection on our three lost Israeli boys. "It was really special how we came together as a community to honor the three boys and it made us closer," Madeleine Bendalin of Rocky Mountain Region shares. To finish off the night, a Knesset program was run to educate everyone on Isareli's government and politics and an Israeli fair was held to introduce different parts of Israeli culture to the teens. "It was really interesting to learn about the political parties and their relations," Joel Zishuk of North Florida Region states while learning about the workings of the Israeli parliament.
CLTC 3 Continues
Posted on 06/30/2014 @ 02:15 PM
Today at CLTC, the participants continued to learn more about specific BBYO leadership skills as teens learned about using folds in programs and writing program outlines, while everyone got to choose two specific board positions that they wanted to learn more about in rotations. "It was informative to learn how other chapters run," Carli Shapiro of Wisconsin Region explains as she recalled everything she learned in her chapter leadership session. Describing her favorite part of the day, Gabby Plotkin of Rocky Mountain Region said, "going to the chapter officer skill builder sessions motivated me to improve my chapter at home." The chapter boards and members took charge as they then continued to plan their programs, fundraisers, Shabbat program, and spirit in chapter planning time. The teens continued to bond as they had a mini song session while laying down on the grass during chofesh. We ended off the night with an extremely meaningful and moving March of the Living program and friendship circle. "The March of the Living program really inspired me to continue on the legacy of the holocaust survivors," Jamie Kotler of Northern Region East- DC Council said as she thinks about some of the loved ones she has lost in the Holocaust.
See You Later CLTC 2
Posted on 06/29/2014 @ 05:48 PM
CLTC 2 has come to a close and we are all on our way home. The past 12 days have been absolutely incredible and we feel so fortunate to have been able to spend time with over 90 passionate teens. All of the chapters lead such insightful programs, services, and raised hundreds of dollars for great causes. Watching our community form so quickly was so inspiring and we look forward to seeing what the teens accomplish in the future. Some of the most memorable moments would definitely include our international inductions, friendship circles at night, and free time with our friends. CLTC is a place where BBGs and Alephs come to enhance their leadership skills and make life-long friends, but we know that they accomplished all of that and so much more. We want to thank everyone for making us confident in the future of our Order and making us so proud!
Fraternally submitted with undying love for CLTC 2 2014, We forever remain, Amanda Gladstone and Jacob Brown
International Inductions At CLTC 2
Posted on 06/27/2014 @ 12:45 AM
Hi everyone, my name is Jessica Schwartz and I am a member of Beresheit BBG #2412 of the Ohio Northern Region #23. Tonight I was inducted into the International Order of the B'nai B'rith Girls!!! I can truly say that inductions have been by far my favorite part of CLTC! To start inductions we all made a line holding hands to walk into a historic Bethany building. As we walked into the building we were warmly welcomed by Amanda Gladstone and then continued to walk down and sit in front of a candle, red book and a crayon. After everyone was sitting we started and Amanda talked about how we are a 'crayon box' because each one of us is different and has our own unique qualities just like a box of crayons. The next part, which I found fun, was when each one of us dipped our hands into some paint that represented what we believed in; we then placed our handprint on a banner that said BBG. After everyone placed their handprint on the banner I felt that our community was brought even closer together. We also shared what is unique about us and we learned that everyone is different but we are all united by BBYO. We then got up and all walked together holding hands outside to the grass where we made a circle and all laid down to watch the sunset and share things we are grateful for about each other. We then finally got inducted into the International Order of the B'nai B'rith Girls and had an amazing cheer circle. I can't wait to see what the next few days bring- the past 9 have been truly amazing!!
CLTC 2 Continues
Posted on 06/26/2014 @ 12:58 AM
Hi! Our names our Hana and Daniel. Today marks our 8th day of CLTC, and it was one of the best so far. Dorm 2 was Dorm of the Day, and the theme throughout the day was to appreciate the kitchen staff. Without them, how would we ever have enough energy to last us through our busy days? We started off the day with Jason's beautiful Shacharit service that our Jewish educator, Debra, helped him plan. We talked about how even though we are all small parts of a huge planet, it doesn't mean that we can't still make a difference from where we are right here. In addition, we discussed how we shouldn't take the smaller things in life for granted. Jason did an awesome job leading the service. We then split up into our "things" and had another discussion about recruiting new members. The main focus of the discussion was getting over roadblocks in the recruiting process, with different strategies and ways to approach these roadblocks. We want to make sure that every teen has an equal chance to be a part of BBYO. Later in the day, we watched a short movie called "The Tribe," which helped us understand that we should celebrate our differences, rather than fight over them. Later on, one of the chapters, Kolot Yafot ("Beautiful Voices"), dorm 3, lead a meaningful program on bullying, where some of them shared personal stories in which they were all victims of bullying. Everyone got a small amount of Play-doh, and we each carved out an insecurity of ours. We then mashed it up, symbolizing the first step of being happier and more confident in ourselves. Finally, to end our busy day we learned about IC, or International Convention, held in Atlanta, GA. We ate peach crumble and danced for hours, as we all bonded through music and fun. As usual, we had an intimate friendship circle at the end and went to bed. Leila Tov!!
CLTC 3, Day 2: Chapters are Formed
Posted on 06/25/2014 @ 02:15 PM
Today, at CLTC, the mock chapters started forming closer bonds of fraternity and sisterhood as they all chose their chapter names, numbers, and mascots. The AZA and BBG Educations Programs taught the teens about the history of their respective fraternity and sisterhood and the principles upon which they were founded. "My mock chapter, Nadar BBG, has bonded so much the past 2 days through learning about BBYO and leadership and becoming leaders together. Our sisterhood was strengthened when we had rap battles and dance offs." - Julia Saltzman, ONR "My favorite part of CLTC has been passing the friend barrier and truly becoming brothers and sister together in harmony" - Jonathan Ish-Shalom, Wisconsin Region "Although it's only been 1 day, everyone's already been so friendly and I feel like I've known them for years." - Erin Watton, Wisconsin Region
CLTC 2 Explores Our Jewish Identity
Posted on 06/25/2014 @ 12:20 AM
Hi, our names are Vanessa Mandel and Leetal Pinko from KIO and NRE region. Throughout the day today there were different programs on exploring your Judaism. We did an educational and fun activity where we added beads to a bracelet that represented the different values and practices of Judaism. Just to name a few- culture, traditions, social action and more. By discussing with others we discovered that no bracelet was alike. Another similar program today that helped us express our Judaism was coloring Jewish stars with different colors that represented different practices and values. In addition we sat in a circle and each said an important value of Judaism that was important to us. Through these programs, we learned that everyone expresses Judaism in their own way, however it does not mean one is better than the other. Each one of us has different values and traditions that make us different. It was interesting learning about everyone's different ways of practicing the same religion. Submitted with undying love for Ruach BBG #1814, CLTC 2 2014, and the amazing programs, we forever remain Vanessa Mandel and Leetal Pinko
March Of The Living Program
Posted on 06/24/2014 @ 12:15 AM
Hi, I'm Andre Becker, an Aleph from Ramon AZA #195 from Central Region West in California. Today, our director Ellen led an absolutely fantastic program about the March of the Living which is a march taken from Auschwitz to the close-by death camp Birkenau. There have been a lot of really good quality programs, but this program was the best because of how many emotions accompanied it. We started the program by writing down the people we are closest to, then the things we have accomplished so far in our life, and finally our hopes and dreams for the future. We watched an emotional video about the march that makes me extremely proud to be Jewish. Then a brave BBG stood up along with some of our amazing staff and told us their emotional stories of their journey, then answered our questions about this amazing trip. Ellen did an absolutely fantastic job planning and leading this program and I definitely think I can lead an event back home based on this amazing program. From all of CLTC 2- thank you Ellen. And thank you to Josh, my advisor, for being absolutely fantastic this first week. Peace Out!
A Busy Day At CLTC 2
Posted on 06/23/2014 @ 12:12 AM
Hi! My name is Arielle Atkinson and I am from Joyce Eva Kiviat BBG #646 in Mountain Region #47. I am currently at CLTC 2 and having the time of my life! Today we learned all about BBYO leadership positions and how to be successful with your board position, it was so helpful and I have learned so much that I never knew before. It was really funny when after lunch, all the chapter S'ganim did jello jousting! After that, each of us went back to our chapters to plan programs and services. Chofesh was fun and was filled with Frisbee playing, bonding with my fellow BBG's, and canteen of course! After dinner we had the most AMAZING program about Israel. We learned all about the voting parties and voting works in Israel. After that, we got Israeli money and went to different stations such as making chocolate balls, paddleboards, creative art, shuk, and painting! I also saw my first firefly today, and even caught a few. Overall, today was probably the best day of CLTC yet! I can't wait to see what the upcoming week brings!
CLTC 1 Final Reflections
Posted on 06/22/2014 @ 09:00 PM
CLTC 1 was absolutely a life changing experience for me. Not only did it help me get in touch with what it means to be Jewish, but it taught me life skills that I didn't expect to learn, as well as meeting 90 new best friends along the way. – Jordyn Matez Cltc has changed my whole perception of BBYO and given me the confidence to bring my chapter back to its former glory. – Benji Honan Cltc was a place where I noticed that I meant something to people and that I was important. – Zoe Weinstein Cltc showed me that magic of bbyo and how these people are my sisters and brothers. I love how easy it is to be a friend at CLTC. - Alissa Geller Cltc was more than fun. It was a blast and an eye opening experience. –Ben Yaffe It was the perfect balance of fun and education. I love having best friends from all around the country but also being able to take all that I have learned back home. – Jimmy Sheinberg From cltc I experienced a sense of brotherhood that I never thought was possible. – Joey Seidler Inductions were very amazing and meaningful. I realized that we are the future of Judaism and I felt a lot of love in the room from every single BBG to every other BBG. – Dorothy Gheorghin CLTC was most memorable because of the friendships made over 12 short days- Allie Rubenstein, Southern Region CLTC left me with amazing friendships, memories, and leadership skills to take home with me that'll last a lifetime- Ellie Bodker, Mid-America Region The friends I have met here are some of the best people I have ever met and I will never forget them- Ari Feldman, Eastern Region My time at CLTC has given me friends that I am closer with than the friends from back home that I have known for years- Caroline Colburn, North Florida Region CLTC was an amazing experience because I met so many new people from all over. Everyone was so welcoming and friendly. I feel like I have known these people forever, but it has actually only been 12 days- Izzy Schack, Mid-America Region During my time at CLTC, I was able to better my leadership skills and create friendships that will last forever- Rebekah Doochin, Cotton States Region CLTC was an amazing leadership opportunity. I learned how to work with other people/chapters. I am ready to take things on with my new skills- Cammy Resnick, North Texas Oklahoma The leadership aspect of CLTC was unforgettable. Getting the chance to run a mock chapter and to create meaningful programs in a controlled environment was amazing. I learned to do little things. Little things help make big things happen- Sam Canales, Cotton States Region My experience at CLTC was amazing. I made bonds with so many people that I can see lasting for a long time. I learned so much and am so happy I came- Hailey Safra, Gulf Coast Region I came into CLTC with two brothers from my chapter and I am leaving with 90 brother and sisters. I have learned not only about what leadership skills I had, but I gained many more skills than I thought were possible – Sam Hirsberg, Cotton States Region At CLTC, I loved being able to open up and be myself while created long lasting friendships. Also I loved getting two new perspectives on how to be a leader in BBYO and second in life – Emily , North Texas Oklahoma The program aspect of CLTC was something I know I will either take back to my chapter or region. I have learned how to come up with ideas by attending nightly programs – Sophie Golden, Gulf Coast Region CLTC was an inspirational experience that allowed me to open my eyes, find my Jewish identity, and make bonds that will last forever – Alyssa Brick, Southern Region Atlanta Council I loved all of the friends I made and I love that I am officially a member of the international order – Carly Lerner, Eastern North Carolina Council Despite having made so many friends and lasting memories, CLTC has taught me so many new things and opened up my mind to so many new ideas that I can bring back to my chapter and use to help others – Jacob Spiegel, Kentucky Indiana Ohio I made friends I'll never forget and never lose my connection with this once in a lifetime experience – Joseph Mabry, Lonestar Region To me, CLTC not only connected me to my Judaism and helped me find my own unique leadership style but surrounded me with Jewish teens who all have the same passion for BBYO that I found in myself. CLTC connected me with Judaism, myself and my best friends – Nicci Mowszowski, Rocky Mountain Region My experience relied on the late night heart to hearts, the hugs and kisses of support, and my new friends who are new resources – Hadar Bernstein, North Texas Oklahoma Even though it was only less than two weeks, I have made friends here that I feel closer to than some of my chapter friends that I have known for over a year – Joe Ginsburgh, Rocky Mountain Region I had my expectations coming into CLTC but they were exceeded in a way I didn't know possible. I learned skills that I can take home into my region, chapter, and in life in general. I made friends that I have gotten closer to in the past twelve days than friends I've known since preschool. It's made me a better person, friend, leader and Jewish teen. CLTC had changed me for the better – Eliana Schuller, North Texas Oklahoma "What I liked included the people, counselors, programs, Sherries, canteen, the gym, chofesh, the bonding time and most of all being with everyone." Tomer Downing, Lonestar Region "It's incredible how many long lasting friendships can be created in a matter of days." – Audrey Schimmel " I always knew I wanted to go on March of the Living, but ever since we had the program about it, I know it is something I need to experience." – Ilene Tuck" "CLTC didn't just help me in BBYO, it helped me in life." – Zach Morris "When down, stand up. When quiet, speak up. CLTC will make you unique." - Nate Gendler "CLTC let me find who I am as a person and a leader. I made my best friends here and I'm so happy I'm here." – Jaclyn Finkelstein "CLTC has given me a true understanding of how a leader sets examples and leads others. CLTC is so also apart of journey on strengthening and understanding my jewish identity. The friends I have made at CLTC will always be momre for me and will be life long friends." – Elle Shaw At CLTC I've become a stronger leader and a better person. – Jenna Narosov CLTC may come to an end eventually, but the friendships and connections we make here are only the beginning of something phenominal. – Ira Weiss BBYO is a much needed break from my everyday life. Now I know why people call CLTC "the best 12 days of your life. – Dee Temples BBYO is my paradise that I never want to leave. – Talia Stein It was so amazing watching so many strangers become such good friends in such a short time. – Robin Du CLTC changed my life. It showed me the true power of the chapter and showed me how I could help my chapter become stronger. These 12 days could lead to 12 more happy years for my chapter at home. I will never forget this experience. – Dalia Dichter The most impactful thing of CLTC for me was not the amazing friends I gained or the skills I will be bringing home. It was the way I grew as a person with life values and the way I grew in my Judaism spirtually. – Ruthie Perlman "It was a great experience that I will never forget. These were truly the best 12 days of my life"- Zach Gaines, Gold Coast Region "I loved making long-lasting friendships, connections and memories with the most amazing people" -Sari Leven, Southern-ATL "CLTC has been amazing. I've gained so much and learned so much as well. I've become closer to everybody here than I have or will be with people. #CLTConeandonly They say that home is the place you long for when you're away from it, but I don't long for anything here because CLTC is my home" -Samantha Nuanes, Rocky Mountain Region "CLTC was such an amazing experience. Not only did it teach me how to be the best leader I can be, it taught me who I am and now I can unlock my leadership skills that CLTC taight me. What an incredible movement BBYO is that I can become best friends with people from around the country who I had never met before this experience." -Emily Brothman "CLTC has given me the chance to find my inner leader and being able to strengthen my identity to better help my chapter and BBYO in general."-Morgan Evans "CLTC has taught me how to be a leader, accept myself as who I am, and make friends with amazing sisters and brothers." -Gal Crouvi, Cotton States Region "At CLTC, you meet this random stranger at an airport. 12 days later these strangers are going to be your best friends for the rest of your life." -Ryan Yablonsky "Being N'siah of my mock chapter gave me the chance to work with amazing and incredible ideas." -Naava Ellenberg, Central Region West "CLTC taught me to 'Be yourself. Everyone else is already taken.' (Oscar Wilde)" -David Gilfarb, Gold Coast Region CLTC has been amazing and life changing in a completely indescribable way. The friendship I have made will stay with me forever, and I know that my faith in Judaism is much stronger thanks to CLTC. -Vivian Herzog CLTC cannot be described in such few words. The friendships I made and the skills I learned are amazing. I cannot wait to make my chapter great. -Mollie Chaiken Being a leader isn't about telling people what to do. It is about getting to know the people you are leading and being their strongest supporter. -Sabrina Suster Life go's by fast. SO enjoy every moment of it. -Ryam Deustch It doesn't feel like I have known everyone for 10 days but 10 years. -David Weisskopf I bonded with people more than I ever thought I could in only 12 days. -Micah Bachrach The friendships that I have made here will last forever. -Josh Getty CLTC cannot be described in one quote. It is 12 days that truly changed me as a leader, friend, BBG, and person. The memories, lessons, and friends I made will be chenshed forever. It was a blessing to have experienced this and I hope others have the opportunity to attend this life-changing program. -Jordan Wecksler CLTC allowed me to open up and make friends from all around the nation that I can truly trust. -Adi Levy CLTC has been the most memorable and meaning experience I have ever had. -Joel Pozin, Southern Region Atlanta Council. I've made so many new friends and I know they'll be my friends forever. -Max Goldman The friends you make hare at CLTC are unlike any other friends you'll make. How many people can say that they met their best friend and become like sisters with them within 12 days? I can. -Lindsay Goldring CLTC has given me life long friends and taught me to be myself around them -Jacob Bowytz Make the most out of every second because some day becomes today, and then today is gone. -Rebecca Holstein The only thing more fun than these past days of CLTC is watching One Tree Hill with my mom. -Clark Thompson The friendship is not existing because it is not a friendship it is a brotherhood. -Blake Cherry Opportunities like this only come once in a lifetime, and we have been lucky enough to experience these life-changing possibilities. -Grant Berlines I came to CLTC 1 all by myself not knowing anyone. 10 days later, and I'm already making plans to go visit in the winter. -Rachel Kramer Coming to CLTC has made me feel apart of a bigger community besides my chapter and my region. -Morgan Johnson NTO #74 CLTC has given me the leadership skills I need to go back home and improve my chapter. -Ethan Smyth CLTC has given me ideas and skills to take back to my chapter in RMR. -Claire Gladzahler CLTC has been a home away from home where I've met amazing friends, discovered what its like to be a leader, strengthened my Jewish identity, and been given the opportunity to be myself. It's and incredible experience I'll never forget. -Jamie Snell The stranger 10 days ago became best friends of a lifetime. I will never forget these incredible people. They changed and impacted my life. -Carly Clayman 12 days ago the people surrounding me at the airport strangers or just faces seen on a computer screen. 12 days after meeting these strangers I can now call them my best friends and BBYO family. These friends helped me grow not only as a leader but as a person. -Rose Levine At CLTC, I learned how to be a leader, grew as a person, made memories that I will treasure forever, found a home, and met people who will legitimately change the world. -Nicole Keenan, Jay Levine BBG #1508 CLTC gave me the opportunity to make friends that I know I will have forever. Although we may not live close to each other, our bonds will stay strong no matter what happens. -Emily Nomberg, Magic City BBG #186 The bonds I've made at CLTC are unbelievable, 've made friends that will last a lifetime. -Sydney Glazier CLTC has helped me learn about leadership skills that I never thought I had. I can't wait to get started helping to lead my chapter, and bring it to new heights. Thank you CLTC! -Boaz Kelner CLTC has given me leadership skills that will help strengthen and grow my incredible chapter at home. -Nadia Mowszowsui CTLC was my home away from home that I never want to leave -Jessie Cohn (KIO) CLTC 1 was literally the best thing possible for me. My confidence and self esteem has been raised to a new height I didn't think possible a few weeks ago. Thanks for everything. -Elliott McVeigh.
CLTC 2 Shabbat Reflections
Posted on 06/22/2014 @ 12:40 AM
I have enjoyed every second of my CLTC experience so far. We have become a community in only 4ish days. I can say without a doubt I have made some best friends for life here. –Jared Steckl
Today during Shabbat we truly became a community. We all had a great time and saw what BBYO is truly about. –Sam Levinson
What has CLTC 2 2014 been so far? The best leadership training and motivation I have ever experienced? Yes. Standard BBYO-grade food? Yes. But most importantly, CLTC 2 2014 has been 4 and a half days of pure euphoria. From the Ramon-style Lai-Lai's at meals to the countless accrued penance points that stretched into the wee hours of the morning to inside joke upon inside joke between Alephs, CLTC has been a blast. Although Simon Wiesenthal AZA #2524 will always be my true heart and home, I have astounded myself at how close I have become to my brother Alephs in Hamentashen AZA #8675309 (yes, it's from the song). I'd like to give a huge shout out to Daniel "Scruffy" Maneloveg, Jason Joseph, Joe "Texas" Schwartzberg, Grey Silverman, Grant "Champion" Campion, Joey Garber, Nir Diskin, Amit Koppel, Jeremy Kopelman, Ethan Friedman, and Jared Shapiro for being such incredible, loving people. I'd also like to thank Rachel "Trees" Heilbronner, Deborah "Sprinkles" Fricano for being our chapter advisors/sanity checkers and simply amazing people. Thank you also to Stephen Brickman for dedicating hours to work with the rest of the musicians and me to create what will be a jaw-dropping friendship circle for the rest of CLTC. Last but certainly not least, I'd like to thank Ellen Goldstein for putting up with all 94 of us hysterical high schoolers. I'm missing you all back home, and I'll have so many stories to tell you all. Always an Aleph, Never too many. Never too strong. -Dylan Moreland
CLTC 2 Elects Chapter Leaders
Posted on 06/20/2014 @ 12:20 AM
Today at CLTC, our chapters held elections and chose our stand up cause. Elections for my chapter, Achdoat Kavod AZA, truly showed our attitude. We chose Project Smile as our Stand Up cause. We all agreed this is a worthwhile cause that we are proud to represent. -Aleph Jon Frank
Our second full day was filled with BBYO education and electing our mock chapter's board. But most of all, we made brand new friends from across North America. In our education block for AZA, we made freestyle raps about the seven cardinal principles and our history. During elections, it was awesome to see our mock chapter come together to pick our own leaders. Even though some people lost their elections, we all stepped up to help plan Havdallah for Saturday. I can't wait to see what is coming up next at CLTC. -I humbly remain a proud Aleph of mock chapter A.K. AZA #007 and a proud Aleph of David Ben Gurion AZA #2143, Tyler Palonsky
I Want To Go On March Of The Living
Posted on 06/19/2014 @ 12:30 PM
The membership committee of Gesher AZA kicked off Wednesday morning by leading the entire CLTC body in a lesson about membership and recruitment. Boaz Kelner and Sam Hirsberg helped their committee facilitate mock-phone calls to prospective members and suggested various ways to bring more teens to BBYO meetings. Next, the participants rotated between different sessions, including a program about the exploration of Jewish identity, and another relating personality and leadership types to different colors. In the afternoon, chapters presented their programs and were given the opportunity to lead their peers. Achim AZA led a program centered around significant Jewish athletes in the world today. Zachary Gaines challenged participants in his discussion group to explore various role models and the importance of being proud of one's Judaism, even when in the spotlight. Following, Gesher AZA educated us about anti-semitism. Joel Pozin and Sam Canales took charge and helped their chapter facilitate an impactful program. The last chapter program of the day was led by Shemesh BBG. The girls had a mini color war and used modern day board games, reinvented to incorporate Israel, to bring the importance of Jewish heritage to CLTC. Jordan Wecksler and Rose Levine were stand outs and led Shemesh to success. Lastly, the night closed with a program about the March of the Living. It was truly a session that resonated with many of the teens, who heard stories about others who have been on the trip, watched a video, and reflected on the tragedies of the Holocaust. We are looking forward to another great day at Camp Beber tomorrow.


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nice demonstration but we gave a lot of orders and maps too large
@fundude365 Yeah, I beat OF: Dragon Rising and I want to try Red River.
@Sixshooter13 Check out Operation Flashpoint Dragon Rising; its in the same vein.
I hope this comes to the xbox. looks huge.
Uhagi - Did you even bother to look for a patch before posting? We are currently on patch 1.07 - They've delivered more patches then most games get in an entire lifespan.
So the game looks good and fun to play, however sad to say if there is no update on a game for a year the chances of it's birth does not look well.
Lol at the gesture antimation, amazing landsacape though
Is this actually ever going to come out on consoles? It's said To be Announced for a long time.
is it just me or is this game a repeat of every other version that is out?
of: it means operation flashpoint
of dragon rising is much better
"Why was it so hard for them to that down packed?" Huh?
DAMN I hate the voice acting. Why was it so hard for them to that down packed?
Worst. Commands. Ever. I thought they were bad in OF:DR, but this is something else!
I hope this game makes it to consoles as its been advertised, ill hate for it to be cancelled after the hype like world in conflict was.
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The ad lead-in for this video was an Operation Flashpoint ad. I find that funny.
@dathill its funny because he kinda sounds like the in-game voice acting in this demonstration at time. maybe its not a coincidence? "MOVE 50 meters TO the FRONT!"
If AA2 came out for the Xbox360, it would be a definite buy for me, as I like my shooter's to be realistic and tactical. Those who slang the console's are just plain ignorant and hypocrites. I had OFP:Elite for the 1st Xbox, I even bought it in 2001 for PC, then purchased the GOTY Edition. As mentioned in the latter those who are mature minded and like their war genre types in a more mature tactical approach, then games like AA are the only types to satisfy their gaming quenches. Simple!!!
Looks cool :)
@avenger289 wat happened with voice commands in endwar??? On 360 they were decent.....
Console war noobs -_- anyway this game would be good if it didnt lag ^^
@MotoBomberXX17 ask me if i care; you xboxers get alot of games we never see, if we do its a thing of the past when we get it. i wish microsoft wasnt the rockefeller of the day, id so go mac so i dont have to put up with this "war" between microsoft jekyll's and hyde's. prime example, battlefield bad company. now ea tries washing this garbage on pc with a 2nd version? WE DONT WANT IT. WE WANT BF3. they sure as hell got enough money out of bf series. quit being cheap ea. P.S. whoever said BIS makes good games, get this game and youll hammer a nail thru your tongue into the back of your mouth.
Hmmm, it seems like it might have the potential to be a great strategic shooter... but there's a nagging sluggish feel to the whole thing. It just doesn't present itself as a game you could get that heat-of-battle rush out of and be completely engaged in. Even considering the acutely tactical gameplay angle, which i can fully appreciate, a war game (esp a FPS) still needs to give you at least a little of that magic 'DIE DIE DIE MU'F*CKA!' buzz. Maybe it will, but I can't help but be a lot more impressed with Dragon Rising at the moment. At least from what i've seen so far.
This game is going to have to much conplex controlls and its going be annoying not gonna be a good game
but look what happened to voice commands in endwar
the crosshair reminds me of desert storm
YA!!!!! Czechslavokia is where its at haters....
The developer sounds like a robot because he's Eastern European and most likely Czech.
This game is not for everyone. It's not for people who want to run in and start smearing bad guys (or players) while bullets bounce off them and grenades cause only scratches. It's highly realistic and very diverse. It's really quite amazing. You can play it as an a sort of FPS/RTS blend, you can play it as a tactical shooter, you can play it as a great single-player team or solo game, you can fly jets and helicopters (in fairly simplified ways, about like Battlefield 2), you can drive HMMVs, tanks, trucks, motorcycles...And the best part is the editor where you can create an amazing array of missions/scenarios. It's benefited from 2 previous games (Flashpoint and ArmA), so it's very bug-free and looks amazing. --The game isn't for everyone, but for those who like military sim action, in a variety of flavors, it's awesome.
@etcbrendan ARMA 2 isn't just going to stay on the PC it will eventually come onto the Xbox 360
This dev. sounds like a robot. Also, it sounds like he might have recorded some of the voices for the game.
Rambo tactics work :D on this game !!
If it takes someone almost 12 minutes to explain how to command units in a game, you know that command system is detailed and thought out. However, it also means that the learning curve is very steep and not very accessible to a majority of gamers.
there are third party software that will allow you to play key bindings/macros via voice commands.
This game, and others like it that are going for realism, as opposed to COD-like games, would benefit GREATLY by voice commands. Really, how hard would it be to integrate it? I would gladly spend 30 minutes to record all of the commands to use in the game - sort of like mapping buttons. Ultimately, what's easier and more realistic - hitting three-button-combos or simply saying, "All, engage target" while pointing at the target? And it would probably sound a lot better than ARMA.
I love this game.
yeah pc only this game kicks azz eat it xbox squeekers
looks great.
on gamespot it says its coming to 360
horible engine sounds of the humvee but looks great
its not 360 game. its only a pc title.
werd.... im with apneic monkey
Why does this say it's an X360 video when the guys is using a PC, Mouse and Keyboard???
This game is fantastic, sooo underrated, with amazing gameplay that is so realistic. The only bad thing about the game is the voice acting. Other then that its near perfectino imo. There has never been a game this realistic. For COD fans and Halo fans, this isnt there type fo game and they will cry because its to hard for them to learn and play.
this looks fantastic graphically, but it doesnt look fun to play at all
Pretty large map...
looks good, but what's with this video?
graphics look really good :D

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Those who vote for unconstitutional warrentless wiretaps and vote to protect the criminals that violate our privacy are not worthy of the position they hold. It's impossible to justify undermining the very essence of our constitution in order to protect it. Another sell out.
Middle class America wake up! A vote for a Republican is a vote for your own demise. Is war moral or do the Republicans just use religion to sell out the well meaning and good folks of America? Remember in November!!!!!! Vote all these bums out!!!!!!!!
Thanks! for voting nay on S 3101 (Medicare Competitive Bidding Delay)…lets just turn this country into a socialistic society. Do you realize that by allowing competitive bidding you are making large companies get bigger and shutting down thousands of smaller Durable Medical Equipment companies, thus thousands of jobs have been lost. Medicare recipients have not been educated on this issue and are in for a scare. Thanks again….greed and money= US government!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Topped the Pig list Congrats, you are a disgrace to the American Tax Payer!!!
"America will never be destroyed from the outside. If we falter and lose our freedoms, it will be because we destroyed ourselves."- Abraham Lincoln
"A compromise which results in a half-step toward evil is all wrong." Theodore Roosevelt
"I believe we have a deficit of moral courage in the United States Congress. We have many learned individuals who know what is right but have not the courage to stand against the moral corruption that is now attempting to undermine our republic." -Dr. Tom Coburn
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S.3520 needs to be passed immediately. There are 15 million Americans who are "unemployed through no fault of their own," and who are also frantically attempting to find new jobs that do not exist. The majority of these 15 million have a family dependent upon their income, so that increases the number to possibly 30 or even 45 million Americans who are in imminent danger of losing everything. When this happens, the financial and moral ramifications for this country will be dire indeed. I'll say it again— S.3520 needs to be passed immediately! Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
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Over $800 million for pet projects but not a single vote to help the unemployed. Shame, shame, shame! In a state that is in the top 10 unemployed! You reap what you sow, Mr. Cochran. I live in North Mississippi and I will remember you when I vote. As will all of my family and friends. This nay vote will be republicans wazterloo.
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I am sorry, but your record as a lawmaker is a disgrace to our state. You, and your fellow republicans as a whole are completely useles to me, and the sooner you are out of office the better.
For too many years (since 1973) you have lived off the people of this country, many of whom sacrifice a great deal so that we may live free. You have lived like a sponge, you know not what personal sacrifice is. You don't have to tell a child at night why he can't have somethings and others can.
I was raised to believe in the democratic process, but what I have witnessed over the past few years makes me yearn for a system that is fair and equitable. The system in place now is only for those who have…not for those who have naught.
You may or may not read this…I know that, sadly, this will not influence you one damn bit.
Mr. Cochran, Your actions against the passing of the lastest unemployment compensation bill is cold and careless. Mississippi is at the bottom of the list in education, health care, infant mortality, and decent housing. We have teachers been laid off because of lack of money in the education budget and you decide to vote with your party and try to deny these hard working people minimal benefits of $235 dollars a week so they can care for their families. I will pray for you and the other thoughtless Senators who tried to deny millions of Americans basic housing and food for their families. I am elated to know that despite efforts to delay the bill, GOD is in control not the Republicans.
Senator Cochran, I'm very disappointed you voted against the moratorium on earmarks, but I'm not that surprised considering you are probably among the top 3 senators in earmarks for pet projects. I know you aren't up for re-election until Nov 2014, but I along with many others will be keeping an eye on your voting record. Please keep in mind what happened on Nov 2nd, 2010, and know that your constituents are keeping score with their votes…
- Superpower 12/30/2010 5:36am
You're a sellout and an EPIC FAILURE. You should consider retiring or better yet, become a Democrat considering you vote like one.
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Here's a new Kickstarter game that might be worth some attention: Blackmore, an adventure game by some of the folks behind the old Konami adventure game, Snatcher. David Hayter's in there, too. » 2/10/14 3:03pm 2/10/14 3:03pm
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Cyberpunk was a big deal in the 80s and in the 90s. Writers like Philip K. Dick and William Gibson, movies like Blade Runner, and anime such as Akira heavily influenced video games. The result was games with a dark, dystopian future, high technology and low life. » 4/10/13 8:00am 4/10/13 8:00am
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Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio- Mayor Don Walters has announced that Cuyahoga Falls has entered into a new natural gas contract with IGS Energy. The current contract is set to expire at the end of March, 2015. The current IGS Energy rate of $4.46/mcf will run through your March billing period.
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Trials of a new local currency begin today.
Nine businesses and fifty people will be using the 'Bristol Pound' ahead of its official launch in September.
The aim of the scheme is to keep money in the city's economy and encourage people to use local businesses.
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With the Euro in the state it's in, you might think now is not the best time to launch a new currency. But in two months' time, that's what will happen in Bristol. 230 businesses have already signed up to accept the Bristol Pound.
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31 of 33 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Despicably Funny
I have watched every big cartoon film for the last 25 years ( foster carer ) and this is without doubt the funniest, best story line and best produced to date . Any cartoons after this will have to be something truly special to even come close!!!
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7 of 9 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars Here come the minions!
Despicable me is no classic, but it's a fairly amusing animated comedy. Steve Carrell does a good Bela Legosi impression as Gru, who is trying to steal the moon. The 3 orphans that Gru adopts are cute and funny, but it's The Minions who completely steal this film. Not quite sure exactly what they are, anyone who does know, then answers will be appreciated, but they are...
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31 of 33 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Despicably Funny,
This review is from: Despicable Me [DVD] [2010] (DVD)
I have watched every big cartoon film for the last 25 years ( foster carer ) and this is without doubt the funniest, best story line and best produced to date . Any cartoons after this will have to be something truly special to even come close!!!
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Despicable pleasure,
This review is from: Despicable Me [DVD] [2010] (DVD)
My first encounter with Gru was returning home from the Caribbean and one of the films available on the flight was Despicable Me.
To say the hours flew by is perhaps too much of an obvious pun to those that would pick up on it but, it does sum up how engrossing the film was. Unkowingly to the viewer, at first, there is a fair amount of emotional content in the film and the voice overs are hauntingly accurate in portraying the characters.
At times, especially the beginning, you feel somewhat guilty in veiwing this animation but, believe me, that feeling soon fades to one of pure enjoyment and involvement with all that is happening in the film.
The plot is simple, as such but, soon develops into the sort of story you will find it incredibly easy to relate with.
For myself, having enjoyed everything in the film (apart from the hideous Vector) the end penultimate scene of the ruthless Gru and his 'associates' brought so much joy to my heart inspired by the choice of music for that scene.
Having now enjoyed the film more than a few times I still cannot get it to sit right in my thinking the the lovely Julie Andrews plays the voice/charater of Gru's mother. Unbelievable!
113 of 125 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A perfect mix of hilarity, despicability, girl power and minions,
Darth Maciek "Darth Maciek" (Darth Maciek is out there...) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Despicable Me [DVD] [2010] (DVD)
I loved this movie and my 10 y.o. daughter loved it even more. It is so good, that I hardly know where to begin - so I tried to put the whole review in four points, mentioned in the title:
1. Hilarity - IT IS HILARIOUS! REALLY! There is hardly any 15 seconds in this movie that would not contain a really good gag, children or/and adult oriented. Whoever wrote the scenario was a genius!
2. Despicability - the main character, Gru, is really a delight to watch: ugly, grumpy, mean, petty, vengeful, scheming, permanently aggravated and wholeheartedly devoted to the cause of evil - and in the same time incredibly insecure, convinced deep in his heart that he is a looser and haunted by the every day stronger feeling of the impending doom, for him and his evil army. I believe also that even his name is a kind of evil double entendre: it is obviously an abbreviation of "gruesome" but GRU was also, during the Cold War, the name of Soviet Army military intelligence, in charge particularly of assassinations abroad. In some James Bond movies GRU appeared under the name of Smertch. It gives a particular flavor to Gru, considering that his character is clearly inspired by some of the supervillains from James Bond franchise. His geriatric sidekick (and only friend - well, kind of) doctor Nefario and his murderous dog/rat/wolverine/skunk like pet (even after two viewings of this movie the jury is still out in my house on the question "what is this animal?") give also a great show!
3. Girl power - any parent of little girls (I have two) will fall immediately in love with Margo, Edith and Agnes, the three little orphaned sisters Gru adopts. He does it for his own evil reasons and does intend to treat them harshly and get rid of them as soon as they are no more needed - but of course ends by being completely taken under the sweet and soft but in the same time surprisingly totalitarian control little girls exercise over their fathers, adoptive or not...))) Agnes, the youngest of the three (she is barely out of the diapers) is particularly sweet - if only she was real I would adopt her on the spot and spoil her silly all the rest of my life. Tomboyish Edith is in principle the one who is the toughest and the boldest - but she was already hurt enough in her life to hide behind her pink hat which she refuses to take off even to sleep. Both her and the precociously adult (at least on surface of things) Margo are also a delight to watch. If you already are a parent of a little girl, you WILL LOVE this movie. And if you do not have yet a young daughter, get one!
4. But as far as the reasons to watch this movie go, even the girls must cede the first place to the minions! The incredibly devoted, fearless and highly professional and in the same time impossibly immature and conflicted "evil" army of Gru minions is THE greatest treasure of this movie. By looking at the cover of the DVD you can see some of them and frankly whoever conceived Gru minions was a world level genius. I do not want to provide spoilers, but believe me - they pack incredible fun! There is also at least one scene when their childlike devotion to their master almost made me cry - before another outburst of laughter (including a lot of giggling) in the cinema took over...
I purposefully omitted in this review many characters and did not hint at most of the gags and scenes, to avoid spoilers and keep things short.
To conclude, this is a TREASURE OF A MOVIE. A thing to buy, watch, keep and re-watch on regular basis. And I ABSOLUTELY HOPE FOR A SEQUEL!
52 of 58 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A quotable, re-watchable masterpiece for all ages,
Pablo (Hatfield, Herts United Kingdom) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Despicable Me (Blu-ray DVD) (Blu-ray)
Not one for controversy, but Shrek... who? Toy Story... yawn.
Being a man of a certain age and having too many children aged between 5 and 22, I tend to measure the success (or otherwise) of films by the number of times it's referenced by the younger members of the household and how certain lines have become a part of everyday conversations... and this one has already taken a spot in the top 10.
It has everything: great main 'evil' character, Gru (Steve Carell), kids with attitude (the smallest, Agnes, is terminally cute - check out her cheek drums and her reaction to losing her toy unicorn to a wayward laser), hilarious 'Baddie' (and probably most quotable character)- Vector (voiced by the brilliant Jason Segel), an out-of-character but nonetheless entertaining Russell Brand as a senile, almost deaf, mad scientist. Even the small part played by Julie Andrews (as Gru's mum) is worthy of mention (behind every evil supervillain, there's a mother who... well, let's just say she wouldn't be selected to play the part of a singing nun!)... and yes, there are the minions. One of the funniest and most original animated characters I've ever seen (and who ever thought of the individual names is a genius!).
A final thought (Light Bulb!) - what happened to the merchandising? As far as I can tell, there're a few over-priced minions available and very little else. Lego versions of Gru's house, car and aircraft along with mini Lego minions? Or how about Vector's house with its shark tank?
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Great film for kids (and adults),
This review is from: Despicable Me (Blu-ray 3D) [Region Free] (Blu-ray)
Took my three year old to the cinema to see this, and he liked it so much bought it for him on 3D blu-ray. Has enough jokes to keep adults amused, and my little boy loves the sillyness of it. Has a good 3D effect as well.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars What a great film!,
This review is from: Despicable Me [DVD] [2010] (DVD)
I can't tell you how much i love this film, the yellow minions crack me up, love the soundtrack by pharrell williams and the plot of the story is so sweet. A film you can watch no matter how old you are, it will make you laugh!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Not just for littlies,
This review is from: Despicable Me [DVD] [2010] (DVD)
Not too many weeks ago, Despicable Me was showing at our campus cinema. Since it's only �2 a ticket, myself and three friends decided we would go and see it, expecting another humdrum kiddy film. We were wrong.
Although the film starts off a little weak, by the end there were actual tears from all three of us girls (and disguised manly ones from the boy). Although the narrative is framed by Gru's attempts to steal the moon, it's really a story about family. The three girls are quite frankly the most adorable animated kids I've ever seen, and you WILL want one of them to be your future child (most likely Agnes and her obsession wirh all things FLUFFAY!). Their evolving relationship with Gru is beautiful to watch, and there are some genuine heart-wrenching moments.
Needless to say, this is getting bought for one of my friends' (20th) birthdays.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic,
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I'm not normally a person who will sit down and watch animation, except tom and jerry, but when i saw this i laughed all the way thru, and yes some gags may have seemed old, like the photcopying butt scene, but it was still funny in the way it were portrayed by the yellow minions.
This is a film not just for kids but for adults too, i say sit together as a family and watch it, it is funny.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Best Animated Film I Have Ever Seen!,
This review is from: Despicable Me [DVD] [2010] (DVD)
I watched this film on the flight back to the UK from Australia and couldn't believe that I hadn't given it the time of day before this. I laughed throughout. It is really cute and has a great storyline to add to the overall movie. The minions are the funniest part of it and I cannot recommend this film enough. Its a must see for adults and children. Hope you enjoy!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Heartwarming misadventure,
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This review is from: Despicable Me [DVD] [2010] (DVD)
Steve Carrell (Evan Almighty) voices our protagonist Gru, a man who lives up to the titular promise of being despicable, striving to be the world's greatest thief. When a new super-villain thieves his criminal limelight by stealing a certain wonder-of-the-world, Gru vows to one-up the newcomer by making the biggest heist of all - The Moon.
Aided by the ingenious Dr Nefario (voiced by Russell Brand - Get Him to the Greek) and his leagues of minions (the little yellow guys with goggles on) Gru is all set to complete his nefarious scheme when it appears something is missing from the plan - the little girls to play his face-men.
After obtaining said girls from an orphanage, Gru utilises their disarming charm to his own end, but falters in giving them back; having become very endeared to them during their stay at his less-than-kid-friendly abode (bombs for beds?!). Gru realises that in his striving to become the ultimate super-villain he may lose his one chance at happiness - a family. Will he wake up in time and make the right choice or will he pull off the ultimate larceny?
Despicable Me's animation is extremely crisp and eye-meltingly well rendered, when you couple this with well-voiced & entertaining characters and you have one enthralling experience that may be a little too wholesome in parts but more than compensates the 'cheesiness' [sic] with gag after gag. Dr Nefario was a personal favourite ("Oh, you said DART gun...") who comes out with some side-splitting lines and who could not be amused by the antics of Gru's minions (even if they do bear a startling resemblance to Toy Story's aliens).
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� Despicable Beats -- Director Chris Renaud talks about the "cool-factor" of the music producer Pharrell Williams
� Gru's Rocket Builder -- An all-new game, Vector has stolen some of the most famous landmarks from around the world and replaced them with the pieces to Gru's rocket. You must return all the stolen landmarks to the correct countries in order to build their own rockets before Vector hacks into the system and steals the rocket plans. Highly addictive!!
� A Global Effort--Learn all about the global effort behind Despicable Me. A director from France and another from the USA, plus an American and English cast created a movie in France, with artists from all over the world for a truly international movie!
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All in all this is a funny and touching story of a bad-guy gone good but done in a way that will entertain kids whilst not ignoring the fact there are likely to be adults watching. Highly recommended!!
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Japanese Cuisine
Seasonal ingredients, traditional cooking techniques and unique eating etiquette all contribute to the diverse dishes characteristic of Japanese cuisine.
As an island nation, Japan has developed its own original cuisine, but one can see influences from Portugal, China, and even the United States in some modern Japanese dishes.
The fundamentals of Japanese cuisine include fresh, high-quality seasonal ingredients and the artistic presentation of dishes. Most Japanese dishes are created by combining regional staples, such as rice or noodles, with soup, fish, meat, flavorings and vegetables.
The Japanese consume fresh fish and seafood on a daily basis, but the consumption of other meats is fairly limited. Shellfish, such as squid, octopus and sea urchin, as well as varieties of crab, tuna, and other finned fish are popular ingredients in numerous Japanese dishes - especially sushi and sashimi (see below).
Many Japanese dishes are vegetarian due in part to the large Buddhist influence. Consequently, Japanese vegetarians commonly eat soy products, such as miso, edamame, tofu and seaweed in its various forms. Common Japanese vegetables include daikon, sweet potato, cucumber, eggplant, mushrooms, and pickled gourds and roots.
Traditionalists say that authentic Japanese food is not complete without three essential flavorings: soy sauce, miso and dashi. Dashi is a fish stock made from dried kelp and flakes of tuna, called bonito. Although not essential, sesame seeds and oil, as well as ginger, wasabi and mirin are important flavor elements.
Japanese rice is a short-grain variety and a staple for every meal. Rice can be served in a myriad of different ways, but white rice, brown rice and sticky rice are very commonplace. Congee is another Japanese staple, and it is quite similar to porridge. Donburi is frequently served as a one-dish lunch: a large bowl of steamed white rice topped with vegetables, fish or meat.
If a Japanese meal doesn't include rice, a variety of noodles generally take its place. Soba, udon and somen noodles are traditional Japanese noodles, served with a broth or a dipping sauce.
Grilled and deep-fried dishes are equally popular in Japanese cuisine. Tempura batter is a light and flavorful way to deep-fry vegetables, meat, seafood or tofu. Teriyaki, yakitori, and unagi (eel) are served hot off the grill.
Naturally, every region in Japan can lay claim to certain delicacies. However, there are some universal dishes that are traditionally served in conjunction with major festivals or events. For example, the Japanese serve soba on New Year's Eve and a sticky rice dumpling for the spring equinox.
Green tea is a centuries-old beverage in Japan. In fact, green tea holds an almost sacred role in Japanese society, dating back to the origins of tea ceremonies in Taoism and Zen Buddhism. Sake, an alcoholic beverage made from fermented rice, is served cold, warm or hot at meals and during certain rituals.
The Japanese are very committed to tradition and ritual; as such, eating etiquette is very important in Japan. Prior to each meal, a diner will be given a hot, damp towel to cleanse the hands before eating. Chopsticks should be used delicately: they should not be left sticking into food, and one should not bite on them. Furthermore, one should eat whatever he is served. According to Japanese etiquette, one should not make special requests of the host and should raise a glass in toast before consuming any alcohol.
Every season brings fresh ingredients and different dishes to the Japanese table. Whether you are a vegetarian, a seafood lover or someone who simply likes to try new things, traditional Japanese cuisine is certainly worth trying.
Sushi and Sashimi
The cuisine of Japan is quite diverse, but sushi and sashimi are possibly the most interesting aspects of Japanese dining. Sushi began many centuries ago as a method of preserving raw fish.
Over the years, it has transformed into a delicate art form. The word "sushi" refers to the rice, but in American society, it can mean the bite-sized piece of raw fish or seafood placed on top of seasoned rice.
If you're worried about consuming raw fish, rest assured that the rising popularity of sushi restaurants in the United States commands stricter regulations and higher grade ingredients.
With any raw ingredients, there are risks of food-borne illness, and people with compromised immunity should avoid any dishes that contain raw fish or seafood.
However, sushi has gained many loyal followers thanks to its healthful properties and great taste. Fish contains healthy Omega-3 fatty acids, which are proven to improve cardiovascular health and benefit people with type II diabetes by moderating blood sugar levels.
Here's what you'll encounter at your typical North American sushi restaurant:
Sashimi: A slice of raw fish, served as-is. With sashimi, you don't get any nori (seaweed wrap) or rice, but it is often served with daikon (radish), pickled ginger and wasabi. Most restaurants serve sashimi a la carte (2 pieces per order).
Sushi (Nigiri-zushi): A slice of raw fish or seafood, served atop a finger-sized bed of seasoned rice, often served with daikon, pickled ginger and wasabi. Most people dip it in soy sauce before eating it. Most restaurants serve sushi a la carte (2 pieces per order).
Sushi maki (rolls): If you've heard of the California Roll, then you know what a basic maki is all about. The roll consists of seasoned rice, nori (seaweed wrap), fish, seafood and/or vegetables.
There are several types of rolls, depending on how they are formed.
Futomaki: These are larger, thick rolls, sometimes referred to as Monster Rolls. Nori is on the outside.
Hosomaki: These are smaller, thinner rolls (such as the California Roll), with nori on the outside.
Uramaki: These rolls are "inside out" - the rice is on the outside of the nori. Uramaki are frequently garnished with black and white sesame seeds.
American sushi restaurants offer rolls with both cooked and raw fish & seafood:
- Conch
- Ebi - Shrimp
- Fluke
- Hamachi - Yellowtail
- Hokkigai - Surf clam
- Hotategai - Scallops
- Ika - Squid
- Kani - Crab
- Maguro - Tuna
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- Sake - Salmon
- Shiro Maguro - White Tuna
- Soft shell crab
- Tai - Snapper
- Tako - Octopus
- Tamago - Egg
- Unagi - Eel
- Uni - Sea urchin roe
Other ingredients common in sushi maki include:
- Cream cheese
- Tempura flakes (adds a crunchy element)
- Avocado
- Asparagus
- Scallions
- Ikura - Salmon roe
- Masago - Smelt fish roe
- Cucumber
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- Eel sauce (a sweet, syrupy sauce that accompanies eel - don't worry, it's not made from eel!)
- Spicy mayonnaise
Soy maki: These are very similar to traditional rolls, except you'll find wraps made of soy (usually quite colorful) replacing the usual nori.
Pickled ginger: This is a condiment to be placed atop sushi, sashimi and maki. It has a slightly sweet and tangy flavor.
Soy sauce: Most sushi, sashimi and maki are dipped in soy sauce prior to eating.
Wasabi: This is a condiment to be placed (sparingly) atop sushi, sashimi and maki. It can be very spicy, so go easy if you aren't familiar with its flavor.
Sushi Etiquette
Understanding sushi etiquette is almost as important as knowing what to order in a sushi bar. If you are seated at the sushi bar, do not ask the sushi chef to take your order. In addition, asking the chef if something is fresh is considered rude. In addition, you should not rub your chopsticks together or put wasabi in your soy sauce dish. Green tea is the recommended beverage to accompany sushi and sashimi, but sake, served chilled or hot, is also an acceptable choice.
If you run across something on the menu that wasn't mentioned here, don't hesitate to ask your server to explain. Exploring the world of sushi can be an exciting experience for the palate, so don't be afraid to try something new!
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