Jewish Learning Academy

REVIEW:
Each week, Eyal Rav-Noy, the dynamic young Rabbi at the Jewish Learning Academy, a Chabad in South Beverly Hills, cooks up a special “Rabbi’s” cholent that is mouthwatering and which packs plenty of heat. Large chunks of meat stew at low temperature for over 24 hours and are so tender they fall off the bone. He prides himself on the custom blend of dried peppers and spices that goes into each pot. He makes a Sephardic cholent which means that it is also a motley blend of seemingly incongruous parts: hardboiled eggs with shell on, beans, potatoes, and even sausage.

In many ways, the community he’s formed at the Jewish Learning Academy reflects the care and attention and surprise of his Rabbi’s cholent. The Hebrew and Kabbalah classes, as well as, the weekly Parsha readings pack plenty of heat and are substantial chunks of learning. The Wednesday morning Genesis class (free) has been meeting for ten years. Pop your head into the Shabbat morning service at the JLA and you will see a packed congregation of Jews at all stages of observance: some commute, some are black hat, some are in the process of converting. The JLA childrens’s programming is well regarded and attracts a large proportion of young couples adding to the full house. Chabad is known for outreach to all and in that respect the JLA is typical for a Chabad.

Tzippy Rav-Noy, Eyal’s wife and mother to their four young children, runs the children’s programming and the household which forms the core of this community. They regularly host dinners and festival Kiddush at their home for upwards of 24 people. To belong to the JLA is an invitation to food and love and family.

Rabbi Eyal Rav-Noy
Jewish Learning Academy
9581 W. Pico Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90035

PHONE: (310) 282-8286
WEB: http://www.jlaonline.org

ABOUT JLA
JLA is a unique Jewish education & outreach program. Its warm and inviting atmosphere attracts all Jews, regardless of their level of knowledge or religious affiliation. For years, JLA has served the Jewish community by offering exceptional programs to educate, illuminate and uplift the soul.

WHAT MAKES JLA DIFFERENT?
Our doors are open to all adults, regardless of affliation, background or level of religious observance. Our goal is to bring the beauty and richness of our Jewish heritage to the many students who make the Academy their home for further learning. Futhermore, all of our courses are lead by down-to-earth instructors who enjoy a profound understanding of Judaism.