Altprager Tours

Karel Schwarzenberg - 10.12.1937*
The legend lives on!

𝗦𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗮 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗲𝗹𝘀𝘇𝘁𝗮𝗷𝗻 is a famous bakery in Paris located in the historic Jewish Quarter, Le Marais. The shop is bright yellow, so it’s hard to miss! Inside, you’ll find delicious Eastern European pastries, breads, and cakes, like challah, cheesecake, and poppy seed rolls. It’s known for its authentic Jewish recipes that have been passed down for generations. Whether you’re craving something sweet or savory, this bakery is a little slice of tradition in the heart of Paris.

A Jewish family in Damascus, pictured in their ancient Damascene home, in Ottoman Syria, 1901.
Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Syrian_Jews

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https://www.tabletmag.com/sections/news/articles/before-its-destruction-jobar-synagogue-in-syria-2

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