by Tanya Kovarsky | Mar 23, 2021 | The Mamas Recommend
As a diverse community, Amsterdam Mamas is eager to hear about the celebrations and festivals of our members. Soon, the Jewish members of our community will celebrate the feast of Pesach, or Passover. Tanya Kovarsky explains Passover’s...
by Tanya Kovarsky | Dec 8, 2020 | The Mamas Recommend
Another holiday is arriving this week … Chanukah, the Jewish Festival of Lights! The Netherlands, Amsterdam in particular, has a strong Jewish history and vibrant Jewish present. Tanya Kovarsky explains the history behind this holiday and the way it is...
by Tanya Kovarsky | Nov 2, 2020 | The Mamas Recommend
How do you get to know your new city when you move there during a pandemic-induced lockdown? New Amsterdammer Tanya Kovarsky tells her family’s story of emigrating during a crisis. Departures Despite a traumatic departure from Johannesburg South Africa – ...