Elected officials, faith leaders and law enforcement personnel joined the Jewish Community Relations Council of New York (JCRC-NY) for a tour of the Boro Park Seder Matzah Bakery, learning about the centuries-old tradition of matzah-making in preparation for Passover.
The event on March 31 brought together leaders from across New York City to witness the process behind the preparation of matzah, the unleavened bread central to the Jewish Passover holiday, and to deepen their understanding of its cultural and religious significance, according to a press release.
Participants were guided through the intricate steps of matzah production, a practice rooted in the biblical story of the Jewish people’s exodus from Egypt. The tour was followed by a celebratory meal featuring traditional Passover foods, including charoset, gefilte fish, maror (bitter herbs) and macaroons.
The event drew diverse attendees, including Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez, Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Assembly Member Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn, Council Member Susan Zhuang and Deputy Mayor for Public Safety Kaz Daughtry. Police Department leadership, faith leaders and community advocates also took part in the interfaith and intercultural gathering.
