The first-ever Rugelach Contest took place at the Beverly Hills Farmers’ Market on May 14 in celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month. The contest judges were Mayor Dr. Julian Gold, Vice Mayor Lester Friedman, Councilmember Sharona Nazarian and Israel Consul General Hillel Newman. The “Best Tasting Rugelach” 1st place award went to Hannah Pomerantz, 2nd place went to Elain Maltzman and 3rd place went to Michael Wohl.