But more than that, it introduced many patrons to Ethiopian Jews for the first time. Ethiopian Jews lived for centuries in Ethiopia, maintaining ancient Jewish traditions and largely isolated from the broader Jewish world. “Ethiopian Jews are very loyal to Jerusalem and to the people of Israel,” said Dr. Ephraim Isaac, an Ethiopian Jewish scholar based in New Jersey. “The Ethiopian Jews in Harlem aren’t going anywhere,” she said. Barhany plans to host interfaith gatherings and travel the country to share the flavors and stories of Ethiopian Jewish culture.

Source: Ethiopian News February 22, 2026 13:29 UTC