Marion Fischel

Marion Fischel was born in London and brought up in Spain and Switzerland; she made aliya in 1996. She served boot camp at The Jerusalem Post in 2000 as copy editor under Sam Orbaum z"l. Today she writes for all sections of the paper. She has been consumer correspondent, food & wine editor, and Billboard editor; and substitute editor for In Jerusalem, Metro, the International Jerusalem Post, Arts & Entertainment and Books. She was also editor of several supplements including the first Post magazine for women, "She." In 2005 Fischel created and developed the Post's online Café Oleh section, guided by Amir Mizroch; she encouraged the birth of several blogs and later also worked as blogs editor. From 2006-2012 she lived in Madrid from where she wrote several articles and opened the only kosher cafe-bar in Madrid, if not in the entire country. From 2012-2104, back in Jerusalem, she was, at different periods, acting editor of Arts & Ent; Op-Eds; In Jerusalem, Metro and Books, as well as editor of several supplements including the prestigious "50 Most Influential Jews." During that time, she wrote many articles on the Jewish history of Spain and its present-day ramifications. Presently, Fischel is based in Madrid, working on a documentary about Crypto-Jews and contributing to the Post.
AMIT SEGAL at work in the Knesset.

‘A Call at 4 AM': Extracts from Amit Segal's magnum opus on Israel's leaders

In 'A Call at 4 AM: Thirteen Prime Ministers and the Crucial Decisions That Shaped Israeli Politics,' journalist and media personality Amit Segal offers a fisheye view of Israeli politics.

OCTOBER 24, 2025
DIRECTOR SCARLETT JOHANSSON stands on the red carpet with ‘Eleanor the Great’ cast members June Squibb (center) and Erin Kellyman at the 78th Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, France, in May 2025.

Scarlett Johansson and the Jews: Top star’s directorial debut is Holocaust survivors film

When Scarlett Johansson first read Tory Kamen’s script, she told the Hollywood news site Deadline in an interview, 'I cried, and that almost never happens.' 

OCTOBER 7, 2025
Bundt cake (Illustrative).

Sukkot: Fourteen steps to an ‘etrog’ cake

To make the best use of your etrog after the holiday, you could bake an etrog sponge cake with etrog zest and etrog juice. One etrog is enough. 

OCTOBER 6, 2025

'Questioning Belief': Torah and tradition today - review

Understanding the Torah in ways that ‘make sense to the modern mind,’ to ‘facilitate a deeper connection with our traditions and our Creator.’

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025
CHARLIE KIRK, Turning Point USA founder, greets the crowd at the start of AmericaFest 2024 in Phoenix, last Dec. After his assassination, Kirk became a worldwide symbol for both those who agreed and disagreed with him, except the haters. He kept Shabbat ‘from Friday evening to Sunday morning.

A Modi’in fairytale: Jacob becomes closest hotel to Ben-Gurion Airport - review

Jacob Modi’in Hotel delivers relaxed luxury by Azrieli Mall, train to Ben-Gurion, and flexible meeting rooms. Ideal for business, flyers, and families.

AUGUST 31, 2025
The Hotel Jacob lobby

'Beyond Dispute': The limits of legitimate debate – a Jewish approach - review

Israeli peace negotiator and former ambassador to the UK suggests ways to have more productive conversations. 

AUGUST 17, 2025
PRO-PALESTINIAN protesters shout slogans in front of the Greek Parliament in Athens earlier this week during a declared ‘day of rage’ across the country, jeopardizing Israeli tourism to Greece. ‘Peace is made between enemies who are at least open to making peace with each other,’ the author writes.

International Sephardi Congress in Zamora deepens knowledge about the Spain-Portugal border

The congress has become a July highlight on Zamora’s calendar of events, attracting locals and visitors to the city.

JULY 19, 2025
PARTICIPANTS IN the 13th International Sephardi Congress in Zamora listen to a presentation.

Emily Schrader shares the state of the Iranian people during conflict with Israel

The Magazine spoke with Emily Schrader earlier this week, and she showed us notes and messages from Iranians asking for Israel to attack crucial regime sites.

JUNE 23, 2025
EMILY SCHRADER REPRESENTS the symbiosis between the Israeli and the Iranian people, as she wears one flag while holding the other.

The forced converts of the Inquisition: Rediscovering Spanish, Portuguese roots - interview

A descendant of forced converts persecuted by the Inquisition has a suggestion for the Jewish state.

JUNE 1, 2025
CASTLE OF CALATRAVA. Garcia discovered that his Judaizing family lived under the protection of the Knights of Calatrava, near Almagro in the Spanish province of Ciudad Real, for 500 years, thus avoiding discovery by the Inquisition.

Casa Lavi: A perfect la merienda experience in Jerusalem - review

At Casa Lavi, there are all sorts of sweet treats: muffins, brownies, cookies, and pastries – something for everyone.

APRIL 15, 2025
Casa Lavi.

'Jewish & Israel Trivia': The perfect trivia challenge for the Passover Seder - review

If you haven’t picked up a copy before the Seder, I strongly suggest you grab one as soon as you can. This trivia booklet is bound to sell like hotcakes. 

APRIL 12, 2025
ALL-IMPORTANT: Children take part in a practice Seder.

'Departing Egypt: Passover Haggadah': Excerpts for insights at the Passover Seder

Below are excerpts from Rabbi Aryeh A. Frimer’s book, chock-full of insights aimed at providing ample food for thought and discussion at the Seder. 

APRIL 12, 2025
CAVE OF the Patriarchs in Hebron’s Old City.

'Cardozo on the Parashah': The magic of the Torah’s most ambiguous book - review

Snippets from Rabbi Nathan Cardozo’s commentary on the ‘Book of Leviticus’

MARCH 23, 2025
After a year of trial-and-error, the Hebrews built a Tabernacle – so that God could dwell within them