Celebrating Modern Jewish Living Through Food, Tradition, and Family
Crumbly, cinnamon, and coffee–the perfect trio!
The Backstory:Â My Aunt Alice was one of those fabulous characters who always seemed to be floating into a room on a cloud of color, perfume and fashionable clothing. She wore pe[…]-READ-MORE>
This delicious fall salad with dried cranberries and candied walnuts is tart, sweet and a perfect first course.
The Backstory: I have always been a fan of what I call fall salads with dried cranberries and candied nuts. Thes[…]-READ-MORE>
Our spiced pumpkin bread is a dense, moist loaf that’s loaded with warm fall flavors. Perfect as a snack with coffee or tea or tucked in a lunch bag.
The Backstory:Â As you probably know by now, I have a love for all baked good[…]-READ-MORE>
Latkes with salmon roe and sour cream are an elegant twist on traditional latkes and give a salty, tangy note to this classic holiday dish.
The Backstory:Â The very first time I saw salmon roe, it was dotted ever-so-perfectly a[…]-READ-MORE>
Make someone’s morning with a stack of perfect pancakes These fluffy, vanilla-infused beauties are easy to make and simply addicting.
The Backstory:Â Breakfast and brunch are my all-time favorite meals (my father was a bagel ba[…]-READ-MORE>
This vibrant matzoh cover brings the feeling of the Holy Land right to your Seder table. This beautiful depiction of Jerusalem in richly-hued colors is an elegant way to dress up the star of the Seder–the 3 Matzohs. The cover has[…]-READ-MORE>
The Backstory: An age old question that Jews will ask when being served this dish “Is it kugel or is it pudding?” And everyone has  an opinion. It is called whatever you want it to be, depending on your age. If you come from a […]-READ-MORE>
Grilled veal chops are an easy way to enjoy an elegant cut of meat and they come out tender, and juicy, every time.
The Backstory:Â Veal is one of the most expensive cuts of meat on the market today. Â Yet going back decades, I[…]-READ-MORE>
Flourless chocolate cookies are rich, decadent and so delicious, you’ll never miss the flour. Watch your younger guests gobble these up! These are fudgy and moist beyond belief.
The Backstory: It’s easy to think of Passover […]-READ-MORE>
Our refreshing fruit and Jello mold is a delicious taste from the past that’ll remind you of meals at your Bubbie’s (the best!) and wonderful, simpler days.
The Backstory:Â J-E-L-L-O! Right now my mind is going back to my early[…]-READ-MORE>
Inspired by my favorite German baker, our Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies are buttery, nutty, and filled with a sweet berry center that will brighten up a holiday buffet table or any dessert tray. Gorgeous as a holiday gift!
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