The title of Asher Tofu Efu comes from Exodus 16:23, where the Israelites are commanded not to bake on the Sabbath, but rather ahead of time. In Hebrew, the text reads 'et asher tofu efu', 'bake whatever you shall bake'. Leaving aside whether manna was tofu... This blog is for recording my various adventures in the kitchen, from French pastries to a Persian rice pilau to Moroccan couscous to a grilled cheese sandwich. I love cooking, I love eating, and I love sharing it all with you!