“I’ll Have What She’s Having”: The Jewish Deli

Exploring how American Jews imported traditions, adapted culture, and built community through the experience of food, “I’ll Have What She’s Having”: The Jewish Deli reveals how delicatessens became cornerstones of American Jewish food culture during the past century. By sharing the history of deli, the exhibition traces how delis evolved from specialty stores catering to immigrant populations into beloved national institutions. On view will be neon signs, menus, advertisements, fixtures, packaging, and photographs, while lively interactives invite visitors to engage with each other and connect with their own memories of deli.

Space requirement: 2,000 sq ft
Rental fee: $60,000
Organizing institution: Skirball Cultural Center
Contact: Alexis Recto: arecto@skirball.org
Website: http://www.skirball.org/exhibitions/traveling