For 8 years I celebrated wonderful Jewish holidays as a guest with several orthodox families in town. Two of my favorite times included Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, and Tu B'Shevat, the birthday of the tree when the sap first begins to run in the new year. I also enjoyed learning from them about charoset, symbolic with the Passover seder and typically including grated apple, spices, and honey, but can include pomegranates and figs instead. Inspired by less traditional combinations, I am offering a fresh relish on the sweet side.

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