Erica Schachne

Erica Schachne is editor of ‘The Jerusalem Post Magazine’ and 'In Jerusalem.' The 48-page weekly Magazine covers wide-ranging issues of state and global affairs as well as human interest – spotlighting everything from an intimate look at the Entebbe hijackers to the IDF’s Alpine Unit, from the most innovative headline-making hi-tech to the Tel Aviv Museum's latest exhibition. 'In Jerusalem' provides an in-depth view of life on the ground in the Holy City, with features such as Neighborhood Corner (delving into the city's many eclectic enclaves), Our Homes (real estate, design, and traffic), and At the Table (one-on-one, intimate conversations with leading Jerusalem personalities). Having grown up in New York City and earned her masters at New York University, Erica made aliyah in 2009 and has worked at the ‘Post’ since 2012. She is dedicated to the historic paper’s mission of spreading meaningful content far and wide.
Beginning of his Knesset service: Illouz and MK Ze’ev Elkin attend a Jerusalem lobby meeting at the Knesset, May 2023.

Likud's 'rebel' Dan Illouz talks defying Netanyahu, haredi draft, and post-war Israel - interview

Dan Illouz discusses his path to the Knesset, his battles inside Likud, and how the October 7 massacre reshaped his sense of responsibility.

JANUARY 17, 2026
A look at a construction site that blocks foot traffic in Jerusalem's city center.

Jerusalem's business owners demand pedestrian bridge to save city center stores

A pedestrian bridge can save countless businesses in Jerusalem's city center, owners beseech the municipality as construction blocks customers and foot traffic.

NOVEMBER 21, 2025
Conversing with Elyakim Rubinstein in his spacious Jerusalem apartment: ‘In Jerusalem’ Editor Erica Schachne (L) and Greer Fay Cashman.

Ex-judge, A-G to 'Post': Nothing in Halacha stopping Torah scholars from serving in IDF

At the Table: Elyakim Rubinstein, who is Orthodox, said there is nothing in Halacha which states that men studying Torah should not serve in the army.

AUGUST 29, 2025

King Solomon’s carefree family haven in Eilat

I looked forward to this little vacay for weeks, thinking some adult time in the sun, some relaxation and quiet in the waters, would cure all that ailed me.

JUNE 2, 2025
POOLSIDE AT the Isrotel King Solomon, Eilat

Stuart Hershkowitz: The man quietly transforming Jerusalem’s future

At the Table: Stuart Hershkowitz talks to us about his work, which consists of sitting on a myriad of boards, spanning education, philanthropy, community-building, and economic development.

APRIL 25, 2025
Stuart Hershkowitz with 'In Jerusalem' Editor Erica Schachne (C) and Noa Amouyal, at Hamigdal cafe at Jerusaem's Tower of David Museum.

Purim 2025: Cocktail recipes for the festive holiday

Erica Schachne and Jonathan Feldstein each provide a recipe for a cocktail for the holiday of Purim.

MARCH 15, 2025
Spritzes spell party on the Aperol boat, docked in Venice.

Around the weekday Shabbat table with Rabbi Josh Weisberg

The Weisbergs offer Shabbat-like meals during the week for anyone interested in an immersive Jewish culinary spiritual experience.

FEBRUARY 28, 2025
The group around the table in the Weisbergs’ Kiryat Moshe home. At head, Chef Josh and wife, Chana Jenny; ‘In Jerusalem’ Editor Erica Schachne is 2nd R in back row.

Nachman Shai: The man who seems to have done it all finds a fresh challenge - interview

At the Table: Shai, dean of Hebrew Union College, has worked in journalism, and in military, management, diplomatic, political, and educational positions over the years.

JANUARY 26, 2025
Nachman Shai shares details of his long, eclectic career with ‘In Jerusalem’ Editor Erica Schachne (L) and writer Greer Fay Cashman in his Jerusalem office.

Sarah Davidovich: Jerusalem photojournalist with winning style and smile

At the Table: Sarah Davidovich can walk into the offices of the president and the prime minister, and has been known to take famous dignitaries to meet one or the other – and vice versa.

DECEMBER 30, 2024
Writer Greer Fay Cashman (L) and ‘In Jerusalem’ Editor Erica Schachne (R) engage in lively conversation with photojournalist Sarah Davidovich at the Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem.

At the table with Dan Meridor: Ex-lawmaker talks Zionism, public service

At the Table: Because he is widely regarded as a figure of integrity, Meridor is frequently interviewed by local and international media on legal and ethical issues.

NOVEMBER 17, 2024
Dan Meridor.

Jeremy Berkovits: The face of Jerusalem's popular American Colony Hotel

At the table: Maintaining the massive 12,000-square-foot compound amounts to many thousands of shekels a month, and the owners are eager for a return to normalcy.

NOVEMBER 10, 2024
Poolside with beverages at the ever-so-grand America Colony Hotel: Writer Noa Amouyal (L) and ‘In Jerusalem’ Editor Erica Schachne.

Jerusalem’s son brought home: A community mourns the loss of Hersh Goldberg-Polin - comment

Hersh Goldberg-Polin is returned to his family, but not in the way we so fervently hoped.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Last Sunday evening, having learned the news, hundreds of Jerusalemites – Anglos and Israelis of all ages, including leaders of Hakhel, the family’s synagogue – gathered at a Baka community center courtyard for a vigil.

Our new role models: The best snapshots from JPost's special shoot

Much more than 'models': Check out Israel and the Jewish world’s new role models in the global fight for good against evil. 

AUGUST 16, 2024
Mia Schem is seen in a dress made by Alon Livne, first worn by Eden Golan at Eurovision 2024.