The Fenyves family at their vineyard in what was then Subotica, Yugoslavia, circa 1935–38. US Holocaust Memorial Museum, courtesy of Steven J. Fenves
Imagine stepping back in time to savor the flavors of childhood, evoking fond memories that reconnect you to your homeland before it was lost to the Holocaust.
Steven J. Fenves, an Auschwitz survivor whose family was forced from their Subotica, Yugoslavia, home into a Jewish ghetto in 1944, donated his mother’s recipe book to the Museum. Their courageous family cook had rescued the book while neighbors looted their apartment.
Join us for a dinner reception to learn more about Steven and his family’s story and to sample dishes prepared by James Beard Award–winning Chef Alon Shaya inspired by the Fenves recipe book. Chef Alon will discuss the foods of a shared history and the meaningful recollections they represent.
Featured Speakers
Steven J. Fenves, Holocaust survivor and Museum volunteer
Chef Alon Shaya, James Beard Award–winner, owner of Saba and Miss River restaurants in New Orleans and Safta in Denver
In conversation with
Gregory L. Fenves, President, Emory University, and Steven’s son
Host committee (in formation)
Diane and Kent Alexander
Stephanie Blank
Ann and Jay Davis
Ilene Engel
Carmel and Gregory Fenves
Mara and Joshua Force
Dr. Seth Force and Dr. Sara Marder
Lynne and Jack Halpern
Lila and Doug Hertz
Beth and Tommy Holder
Sheri Kornblum
Melanie and Allan Nelkin
Joyce and Jay Schwartz
Nina and Bill Schwartz
Terry and Bobby Schwartz
Julie and Jeff Seaman
Linda and Steve Selig
Emily and Alon Shaya
David and Mindy Shoulberg
Steve Sidman
Greer and Alex Taylor
Registration is required.
Complimentary valet parking provided.
For more information, please contact Jed Silberg at jsilberg@ushmm.org or the Museum’s Midwest Regional Office at 312.905.5459 or midwest@ushmm.org.
We will provide guidance on any necessary COVID-19 safety measures, should conditions warrant it at the time of the event.