Kosher deli returns to Tucson - for a day

For a single day, on Thursday, March 17, classic deli sandwiches that have been popular in Jewish eateries in New York City and around the nation will be served in Tucson.

The occasion is the holiday of Purim when 2 Chabad centers are planning a creative twist to this year’s community celebration - a deli-themed party that will be open for people of all ages and affiliations in the community.

In addition to the public reading of the Megillah, celebration are planned around Southern Arizona and participants will be encouraged to come in costume as customary.

Chabad Tucson’s celebration is billed as “Purim in the Big Apple” and will be held at The Shul - 2443 E 4th Street, starting at 5:00 PM. The menu will feature corned-beef, pastrami and turkey pastrami sandwiches with the typical trimmings of a deli.

The event, fitting for both individuals and families, is sponsored by Bruce and Alyane Greenberg in loving memory of their daughter Anna whose birthday was on Purim. Registration is required at ChabadTucson.com/Purim2022

Chabad of Oro Valley will also be offering a taste of the authentic New York Jewish deli on March 17, 4:00 PM at their center - 1171 E Rancho Vistoso Blvd. #131. They will be serving sandwiches with potato knishes, and Dr. Brown soda. Registration is required at JewishOroValley.com/deli

A more classic fair is expected at Chabad of Vail who will be holding their first Purim celebration on March 17, 5:00 PM at their homebase. Megillah will be read outdoors and a gourmet dinner will be served. There will kids crafts and music. For more, visit JewishVailAZ.com

Additional celebrations will be held at Chabad on River - 3916 E Fort Lowell Rd, and Chabad of Cochise County for residents of Sierra Vista and the Fort Huachuca army installation. Chabad rabbis and volunteers will also be visiting and bringing Mishloach Manot food gifts to residents of independent living communities.