Passover Food

Passover food refers to special dishes eaten during the Jewish holiday commemorating the Exodus from Egypt. These foods often symbolize themes of freedom and remembrance. For example, matzah is unleavened bread symbolizing haste in escaping Egypt. Bitter herbs represent the suffering of slavery, while charoset—a mixture of fruit and nuts—reminds of mortar used by slaves. Certain foods are avoided, such as leavened bread, to remember the haste of the escape. The Seder meal features these symbolic foods arranged on a platter, creating a sensory experience that connects participants to their history and traditions.