Celebrating Modern Jewish Living Through Food, Tradition, and Family


Grandma’s corn muffins are sweet, golden, and crumbly and just about everything you want a corn muffin to be. Perfect for breakfast or a quick snack.
The Backstory:Â I love, love, love freshly-baked corn muffins. That is, I lov[…]-READ-MORE>

Our challah French toast is dipped in a vanilla-infused custard with egg and cinnamon and lightly fried to perfection.
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The Backstory: Strawberry Bread is a nice change of pace from the famous banana bread that is more common. Oh, I am not saying there is anything wrong with the latter, it is delicious. but sometimes a change can be just as good. Â[…]-READ-MORE>

Tender poached eggs and wilted spinach are drizzled with hollandaise in this elegant brunch classic.
The Backstory:Â There are numerous ways to make this delicious and decadent dish. I always think of Eggs Florentine as Eggs Be[…]-READ-MORE>

The Backstory:Â What is it with Jews and fiber? With an opening question like that, I can only say that I wish my father was here, because he’d have about 50 jokes, ready to go. More of the Backstory after the recipe…
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Mom’s baked blintzes taste almost like cheesecake–they’re that decadent and delicious! Frozen cheese blintzes are baked in a creamy custard (you and make these ahead!) for the perfect dairy meal, breakfast or brunch.
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Grilled herbed potatoes are the best of both worlds: crispy outside and soft and tender inside. Savory herbs add zest and a smoky wow factor!
The Backstory:Â This recipe for grilled herbed potatoes is one of my all-time favorit[…]-READ-MORE>

Homemade English muffins will turn you against store-bought brands forever! They’re light, chewy, and ideal for breakfast, sandwiches, burgers, and pizzas.
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Our vegetarian western omelet is a delicious meat-free version of the classic recipe, and is perfect for breakfast, lunch or a light dinner.
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Iced, sticky, sweet, and delicious, these are the ultimate in brunch indulgence.
Backstory:Â There are few things in life that are better to wake up to than the smell of warm cinnamon rolls and if you’ve grown up around a baker[…]-READ-MORE>

Egg and cheese scramble in a pita is a delicious, hand-held breakfast pouch that gets your morning off to a filling and nutritious start.
The Backstory:Â These delicious breakfast pockets are a tasty way to start your morning w[…]-READ-MORE>

Eggs, lox, and onions is a delicious Jewish breakfast classic that’s easy to make at home. Don’t forget the bagels!
Backstory:Â This simple recipe for Eggs, Lox and Onions is one of my most beloved, because it reminds me of my […]-READ-MORE>