"Passover FeastAs if fated, last summer, I discovered the best care for my illness and the soothing restaurant nearby--the Silver Star Restaurant. When I returned to the Silver Star recently, the manager handed me a printed menu. It said, Happy Passover! Following that, it read, Today 's Special Includes: Cup of Matzoh Ball Soup or Salad, Potato Pancake, Tszimes, Complimentary Glass of Manchewitz Wine and Holiday Special Cake The offer came with three choices of entrees. They were all tempting. With the suggestion from the young waiter Carlos, I settled on broiled salmon. I had my usual seat next to the glass wall overlooking a busy avenue.The historic spacious corner restaurant was quiet and sun filled. Before long, the waiter in black with a pink tie reappeared. He brought me the unexpected, for the sweet wine and colorful salad were only the prelude for the second course. The salmon was for a family! It was several times the size of a regular serving in any restaurant. It was accompanied by two side dishes. And of course, it tasted as it looked. It was fresh, crispy and tender inside. I applauded such delicate touch.Sipping the deep red wine, I was touched by the graciousness of Passover. I felt joy."
