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Pumpkin Challah Bread on white cloth

Pumpkin Challah Bread

Pumpkin Challah Bread is truly a showstopper on any dinner table. Moreover, Challah is the bread of celebration in Jewish tradition; the braided bread holds

Carrot salad in a white bowl

Israeli Carrot Salad

Mezze, meaning ‘small dishes’ in Arabic, is a culinary tradition that celebrates the art of sharing. These appetizers, salads (like my Israeli Carrot Salad), and

One-Bowl Apple Cake on a white plate with powdered sugar

One-Bowl Apple Cake

I love making this One-Bowl Apple Cake for Rosh Hashanah and for breaking the Yom Kippur fast.  More recipes for Rosh Hashanah? Try my Challah

round challah in a white basket

Round Challah

Also Known As Turban Challah or Spiral Challah Challah is the most iconic and uniquely Jewish food. It is a rich braided bread served on

Pomegranate-Glazed Chicken in a white baking dish

Pomegranate-Glazed Chicken

Pomegranate-Glazed Chicken recipe shines at every dinner table and is perfect for Rosh Hashanah. And the best part? The oven does most of the work.

Israeli Chocolate Balls on a white paper

Israeli Chocolate Balls

This is a variation of my Chocolate Biscuit Balls recipe. It’s a very nostalgic recipe from a cookbook for kids that was very popular in

Honey Challah on a white cloth with green apples at the back

Challah with Honey

Challah is a traditional Jewish bread that is typically enjoyed on Sabbath and holidays. One of the most iconic variations of Challah is round Challah

Tahini Swirl Brownies with tahini on the side

Tahini Swirl Brownies

Tahini Swirl Brownies are a favorite in our house. They are fudgy, dense, rich, and studded with a tahini swirl (my Mediterranean touch). Tahini Swirl

Rosh Hashanah Tabbouleh Salad on a white plate

Rosh Hashanah Tabbouleh Salad

Rosh Hashanah Tabbouleh Salad is a delightful and refreshing dish that can be a wonderful addition to holiday gatherings or any special occasion. Rosh Hashanah

Rosh Hashanah rolled Cookies with powdered sugar

Rosh Hashanah Cookies

Share the love and tradition as you enjoy these delectable Rosh Hashanah Cookies with family and friends, embracing the sweetness of the New Year together.

pieces of White Chocolate Fudge on a white paper

White Chocolate Fudge

Buying fudge from a store as a child is a fond memory for many. My brother and I used to go to this store in

Limonana- Israeli Mint Lemonade in a glass decorated with lemon

Limonana- Israeli Mint Lemonade

Limonana – Israeli Mint Lemonade is a refreshing and popular beverage from the Middle East, particularly in Israel. The name “Limonana” is a combination of

watermelon salad with feta and mint on a white plate

Mediterranean Watermelon Salad

Why You’ll Love Mediterranean Watermelon Salad? Ingredients Overview  *The full recipe is in the recipe card below! Watermelon: The star ingredient of the salad, watermelon

spinach pomegranate salad in a white bowl

Spinach Pomegranate Salad

Craving more salads? Check out my Pearl Couscous Israeli Salad, Rosh Hashanah Tabbouleh Salad, and Summer Corn Salad. Why You’ll Love Spinach Pomegranate Salad? Ingredients

Pearl Couscous Israeli Salad in a white bowl

Pearl Couscous Israeli Salad

Pearl Couscous Israeli Salad is a delightful medley of flavors and textures, combining the unique nuttiness of pearl couscous with the freshness of tomatoes, cucumber,

mocked chopped liver in a brown bowl with a spoon in the center

Mock Vegetarian Chopped Liver

Mock vegetarian chopped liver is a delicious, healthy, and vegetarian alternative to traditional chopped liver. This recipe is perfect for those who follow a vegetarian

4 Mediterranean Pita breads on a white paper

Mediterranean Pita bread

Making pita Mediterranean Pita bread at home is a fun and rewarding experience that results in irresistible bread that is far superior to its store-bought

falafel snitzel with lemon on a white plate

Falafel Schnitzel

Falafel and schnitzel are two popular dishes from different culinary traditions. Falafel is a Middle Eastern dish made from ground chickpeas or fava beans mixed

corn salad with tomatoes and lemon in a white bowl.

Summer Corn Salad

Summer corn salad is bursting with the natural sweetness of the corn and is accompanied by smooth and velvety dressing. This salad is an irresistible

Apple Pomegranate Salad in a white bowl

Apple Pomegranate Salad

Apple Pomegranate Salad is a refreshing dish that combines the crispness of apples with the juicy, ruby-red seeds of the pomegranate, creating a delightful symphony

Chocolate Tahini Cake on a white plate sliced

Chocolate Tahini Cake

One of the many reasons I love tahini is its incredible versatility. In baking, we often turn to familiar ingredients like butter and oil to

Spinach Shakshuka (Green Shakshuka) in a pan

Spinach Shakshuka (Green Shakshuka)

Spinach Shakshuka (Green Shakshuka) is a delicious and nutritious variation of the classic Shakshuka, where the tomato base is replaced with vibrant green vegetables and

lox spread in a white bowl with bagels and veggies on the side

Lox Spread

Lox spread offers a delightful combination of flavors; creamy and tangy cream cheese with the smoky and salty taste of the salmon. It is commonly

No Bake Israeli Biscuit Cheesecake on a white plate

No Bake Shavuot Cheesecake

This easy dessert does not take long to prepare, but it definitely needs time to set. Make it the night before you need to serve

Sweet Potato Bread Pudding in a white bowl with a wooden spoon in the middle

Sweet Potato Bread Pudding

Do you ever have a loaf of bread sitting around a day too long? The sweet Potato Bread Pudding recipe is the perfect opportunity to

baked cheesecake on a plate with cherries on top

Baked Shavuot Cheesecake

Cheesecake is my absolute guilty pleasure treat. I can literally eat an entire cake (don’t ask me how I know). If you’ve felt intimidated by

round spiral spelt challah on a white paper

Spelt Challah

For my “The Complete Challah Guide” FREE ebook, join my mailing list here. Looking for more baking ideas? Try my Double Chocolate Babka, Pumpkin Challah

cheese blintz on a white plate

Sweet Cheese Blintzes

Sweet cheese blintzes are a treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. I make them at least once a year for the

sweet challah bread

Sweet Challah Bread

You might think baking your Sweet Challah Bread can be too much of a hassle, but the truth is that baking Challah is a lot

double chocolate babka on a white paper

Double Chocolate Babka

Double Chocolate Babka is a sweet, yeast-leavened bread that originated in Eastern European Jewish cuisine. It is typically made with a rich, buttery dough filled

Key challah on a white cloth with tulips

Shlissel Challah (Key Challah)

The name “shlissel” means “key” in Yiddish, and the tradition of baking a key into the Challah symbolizes opening the gates of heaven for blessings

3 Passover Chocolate Chip cookies with milk

Passover Chocolate Chip Cookies

Who doesn’t love chocolate chip cookies? Chocolate chip cookies are one of the most popular and beloved desserts in the world. The warm, gooey chocolate

mandel bread for passover cookies in a jar

Passover Mandel Bread

Mandel bread, also known as Mandelbrot, is a type of Jewish cookie similar to biscotti. Mandel bread is twice-baked, resulting in a crisp, crunchy texture

granola in a yogurt bowl with strawberries

Passover Granola

Serve this matzo granola with your favorite yogurt, milk, fresh fruits, or straight out of the jar. It is so easy to make and tailor

Fried Matzo Brei with a drizzle of honey

Fried Matzo Brei

To make Matzo Brie, the Matzo is broken into small pieces and soaked in hot water or milk until it softens. Then it is mixed

Passover meal cake slices with chocolate chips

Passover Cake with Cake Meal

Made with a cake meal, it’s perfect for serving as a sweet end to your Passover meal or as a treat to enjoy throughout the

Chocolate Peanut-Date Bark in a pile

Chocolate Peanut-Date Bark

This simple and delicious treat is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, and it’s a great gift for friends and family. In this blog post,

Crispy Passover Chicken Schnitzel on a white plate with broccoli

Crispy Passover Chicken Schnitzel

There’s nothing quite like biting into a perfectly crispy piece of fried chicken. With its golden, crunchy exterior and juicy, tender meat inside, it’s no

Flourless Passover Chocolate Cake cut into squares

Flourless Passover Chocolate Cake

Finding dessert options that are Kosher for Passover is a bit challenging. However, with a little creativity, it’s possible to create flourless, gluten-free cakes that

Charoset spread with Dates in a brown bowl with a spoon inside

Charoset with Dates

Charoset is a traditional Jewish dish served during Passover. It’s a sweet mixture of apples, nuts, wine, and spices, symbolizing the mortar used by the

a pile of Toffee Matzo Brittle with sprinkles

Toffee Matzo Brittle

This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth when you need a Kosher for Passover treat. With just five simple ingredients and some

Purim Cookies with chocolate and sprinkles

Cookies for Purim

Purim is a Jewish holiday that is celebrated with lots of food and sweets, including cookies! This year, I wanted to put together a special

a hand holding S'mores Hamantaschen

S’mores Hamantaschen

Hamantaschen are a classic Jewish recipe that evokes so many childhood memories. The ingredients are simple and straightforward: butter, powdered sugar, eggs, and flour. The

Horseradish for Passover with Beets in a white bowl on a brown board

Horseradish for Passover with Beets

Passover is a time of tradition and celebration, and nothing is more traditional than a good horseradish condiment to accompany your Passover meal. But why

vegan hamantachen on a plate with powdered sugar

Vegan Hamantaschen

Hamantaschen are sweet triangle-shaped cookies that Jews enjoy during the holiday of Purim. They are also great for gifting and a staple in our Purim

Flourless Passover Brownies on a white paper

Flourless Passover Brownies

Whether you’re observing Passover or just looking for a tasty dessert recipe, these brownies are sure to please! These flourless brownies are the perfect dessert

Purim Basket (Mishloach Manot)

Purim Basket (Mishloach Manot)

Besides gifting friends and neighbors, I also participate in the exchange of local and national Israeli Purim baskets. These baskets or packages are filled with homemade

Hamantaschen with chocolate on a white paper

Hamantaschen (Jewish Purim Cookies)

Hamantaschen (in Hebrew Oznei Haman) are sweet triangle-shaped cookies that Jews enjoy during the holiday of Purim. They are also great for gifting and a

chocolate vanilla cake sliced on a plate with a spoon

Israeli Krembo (Crembo) Cake

There is no Shabbat without Challah, and there is no winter without Krembo/Crembo, which is a sweet that takes me right back to my childhood.

Healthy Chocolate Bark

Healthy Dark Chocolate Bark

Chocolate Bark makes the perfect gift for someone special or as something to snack on. Perfect for satisfying everyone’s sweet tooth. I love making it

Rice in a white bowl with a spoon inside

Easy Baked Rice

This will be a family favorite rice that you will find yourself making with everything. It is fluffy and not mushy or soggy. Using staple

Whole Roasted Cauliflower on parcment paper

Whole Roasted Cauliflower

It is made by roasting a whole head of cauliflower in the oven until it is tender and golden brown. I make it literally every

vegan chocolate babka slices

Vegan Chocolate Babka

I once walked 10 miles just to get a fresh slice of babka at Lehamim Bakery in NYC. That’s how much I love babka! If

Healthy No-Bake Date Bars on a white paper

No-Bake Date Bars

These guys are so good it’s dangerous! They are sweet, chewy, and perfect with a cup of coffee. Did I mention they are vegan and

cut out butter cookies on a rack

Hanukkah Cookies

Hanukkah Cookies make the best gift for family & friends for any occasion. They are melt-in-your-mouth, insanely delicious cookies, and hold their shape beautifully! Get

3 Hanukkah donuts

Baked Hanukkah Donuts

Homemade Baked Hanukkah Donuts coated with chocolate frosting. You are probably asking yourself what makes them special for Hanukkah? And the answer is the SPRINKLES!

Star of David Pretzels with sprinkles on a white paper

Star of David Pretzels

These adorable Star of David Pretzels are perfect when you don’t have a ton of time but want to make something cute and festive. They’re

Hanukkah Gelt Cookies on a white paper

Hanukkah Gelt Cookies

These Hanukkah Gelt Cookies are the best way to use up all that Hannukah Gelt! I stir it into a simple cookie dough that can

Leek Patties on a white plate

Leek Patties

Sephardic Jews call them Keftes de Prasa, and traditionally they are served on Rosh Hashanah, Hanukkah, and Passover. Often made with meat and deep fried,

These Chocolate Covered Pretzel Rods on a white paper

Chocolate Covered Pretzel Rods

These Chocolate Covered Pretzel Rods are a delicious chocolaty treat. They are decorated with fun sprinkles and are perfect for the holidays! They can be

hanukkah chocolate bark in a pile

Hanukkah Chocolate Bark

This easy Hanukkah Chocolate Bark Recipe is SO easy to make, and everyone loves it. This chocolate bark has only three simple ingredients – white

sufganiyot Israeli doughnuts with jelly

Sufganiyot- Israeli Hanukkah Doughnuts

Sufganiyot, Israeli Hanukkah doughnuts (sometimes spelled donuts!), are one of the traditional fried foods of Hanukkah. Growing up in Israeli during the 80s, Sufganiyot were

Cranberry Sauce on a Christmas table

Cranberry Sauce

Thanksgiving is one of those holidays I didn’t celebrate growing up, but now I can’t imagine my life without them. So every year, I try

Smashed Brussels Sprouts

Smashed Brussels Sprouts

Perfect Smashed Brussels Sprouts! This is my new favorite way to eat brussels sprouts. Simple enough for a midweek meal, and impressive enough for holiday

Chocolate Fudge with Tahini Swirls cut into squares

Chocolate Tahini Swirl Fudge

The easiest fudge you’ll ever make! Just four ingredients and a little time go into this simple to prepare Chocolate Tahini Swirl Fudge! Gooey and

Cheese Bourekas

Cheese Bourekas

They’re so easy to make, bake, and share. Traditionally in Israel, cheese Bourekas are shaped into triangles and non-dairy Bourekas are shaped into squares. This

Basic Red Ptitim (Israeli Couscous) on a plate with chicken nuggets

Ptitim (Israeli Couscous)

Israeli Couscous, also known as Ptitim or Pearl Couscous, is an Israeli childhood staple. To this day eating it makes me feel like a kid

A fork holidon red picked onions

Pickled Red Onions

These refrigerated Pickled Red Onions are super easy to make and are ready to be enjoyed the very next day. It takes less than ten

Authentic Israeli Falafel balls

Authentic Israeli Falafel

Growing up in Israel, I ate my fair share of authentic falafel. In most of my favorite childhood memories, you better believe that falafel was

tzimmes -carrots and pruns on a golden plate

Tzimmes

This sweet dish of stewed root vegetables and fruits is a massive family favorite for us. We can’t get enough of the honey glaze with

Matzo ball soup in a white bowl with challah

Vegetarian Matzo Ball Soup

Sometimes life just calls for a healthy bowl of hot vegetarian matzo ball soup. This tasty soup is just what the doctor ordered with plenty

Tahini Sauce in a jar with lemons on the side

Tahini Sauce

I keep a jar in my fridge at all times! It takes minutes to make, and really anything tastes better with tahini. So if you’re

Chocolate Orange Marble Cake with orange juice on the side

Chocolate Orange Marble Cake

Marble cake is a classic cake that combines two flavors, usually chocolate and vanilla. The two batters are swirled together to create a marbled effect.

crispy potao latkes with spur crea,

Crispy Potato Latkes

Potato Latkes fall into that wonderful category of Jewish comfort foods. There is so much joy that comes from preparing, serving and eating warm and

Traditional Chocolate Babka sliced

Traditional Chocolate Babka

Chocolate Babka is one of the things I really can’t resist. There’s nothing like a slice of homemade, chocolate-swirled babka. This cake-bread is as beautiful

Hummus on a white plate

Israeli Hummus From Scratch

Whenever I make this homemade Hummus Recipe, it immediately brings me back to Israel. And I am not thinking about the store-bought containers from the

Slices of honey cake on a white paper

Rosh Hashanah Pareve Honey Cake

This cake is very moist and tastes even better a day after it’s made. It is Pareve (non-dairy) and perfect for your Rosh Hashanah dinner

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies on a white plate

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

It’s pumpkin season, and that makes me extremely happy. I love everything pumpkin! These Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft and chewy with loads of

egg in a bagel hole on a white parcment paper

Egg In a Bagel Hole

This breakfast sandwich is not only tasty, but it’s also easy to make and customizable to your preferences. Whether you’re in a rush or have

Potato Wedges with ketchup

Potato Wedges

I remember the first time I ate at McDonald‘s. It may not sound exciting today, but in the early 1990s, the chain had not yet

Tzimmes Cake

Tzimmes Cake

Tzimmes is a sweet stew often served on Rosh Hashanah (the Jewish new year). It is one of those Jewish foods that has so many

Halvah Truffles on a golden plate

Tahini Bites

If you have been following me for a while, you probably know by now that I am obsessed with Tahini. I use it pretty much

Healthy Almond Joy Candy Bars on a white paper

Healthy Almond Joy Candy Bars

These Healthy Almond Joy Candy Bars only need a few simple ingredients to taste just like the real deal. With a juicy Medjool date, creamy

Sweet Potatoe Khachapuri- Sweet Potato Breakfast Boats

Sweet Potato Breakfast Boats

Sweet Potato Breakfast Boats/ Sweet Potato Khachapuri is a delicious breakfast classic, perfect for any morning, brunch, or a light lunch.Sometimes it’s the simplest things

Shortbread Tahini Bars stack

Shortbread Tahini Bars

Melt in your mouth Shortbread Tahini Bars with a delicious crumble on top! You won’t finish saying “Abracadabra” before they are gone, like magic! I

Honey Tahini Oatmeal with blueberries in a bowl

Honey-Tahini Oatmeal

Oatmeal for breakfast is totally my thing, I literally eat it every day. It is quick, easy, hearty, and keeps me full until lunch. But,

Tahini Date Turtles on a white paper

Tahini Date Turtles

These easy 5-ingredient turtles will become your new favorite treat. They only take 10 minutes to make and are so delicious. Great for the freezer;

Healthy Caramel Dip a fingure holding strawberry

Healthy Caramel Dip

If you have been following me for a while, you probably know how much I LOVE dates. So I am always looking for fun and

3 Chocolate Tahini Cups in a pile

Chocolate Tahini Cups

Peanut Butter Cups are my kind of thing. Seriously, I always ask my kids to stock up on them on Halloween. I love the sweet

Healthy Banana Muffins on a cooling rack

Healthy Banana Muffins

Full disclaimer: I am not a fan of bananas, but I make banana muffins for my kids every now and then. These muffins turn out

smashed potatoes on a white paper

Smashed Potatoes

Crispy Smashed Potatoes have the best of both worlds – a soft inside with a crispy exterior. My kids love these as a snack, dipping them

Cinnamon Raisin Challah

Cinnamon Raisin Challah

Challah, the traditional Jewish braided bread, is a timeless symbol of celebration, unity, and blessings. Its golden crust, soft interior, and symbolic shape make it

Matzo Pizza on a white paper

Matzo Pizza

What is so great about it is that you can put it together in minutes. Whenever I ask my kids what they want for dinner,

shakshuka in a black pan with bread on the side

Israeli Shakshuka

Shakshuka is excellent for breakfast, but it also works for lunch, brunch, or dinner. Serve it with fresh bread, olives, tahini, and Israeli salad for

dates dipped in chocolate with crushed peanuts

Healthy Snickers Bars

Try these healthy homemade Healthy Snickers Bars when you need a sweet craving after dinner or want something sweet in the afternoon. I swear it

avocado on toast and chili on the side

Avocado on Toast

Avocados are one of my favorite foods, and you can never go wrong with avocado on toast! Creamy avocado spread on toasted fresh bread is

challah bread on a white tablecloth

Traditional Challah Bread

After trying different recipes, I am sharing with you the one that I love the most! Whether you are a seasoned baker or a beginner,

No-Bake Energy Balls in a white bowl

No-Bake Energy Balls

I’ve been a fan of No-Bake Energy Balls for years. I make these no-bake energy balls just about every week. They’re made with only 5

salad dressing in a jar

My Secret Salad Dressing

You will love to make and eat my secret salad dressing. So skip the store-bought dressing with this easy and delicious recipe. When you make

Chocolate Salami sliced on a board

Chocolate Salami

Chocolate Salami is an incredibly easy and delicious dessert made with only six ingredients. Perfect for making with kids, and there’s no need for an

Greek Yogurt Sauce in a white bowl with dill on top

Greek Yogurt Sauce (Tzatziki)

Greece is a beautiful country that filled me with many fantastic vacation memories. I enjoyed the delicious food, from fresh salads to traditional Greek dishes,

latkes on a white plate

Baked Sweet Potatoes Latkes

An easy recipe for very flavorful sweet potato latkes made with just a few ingredients. They are irresistible served hot with a big dollop of

Homemade Berries- Chia Jam

I love homemade jams, especially when it is so easy to make, like in this recipe. Unlike traditional canned jam, this recipe comes together in

Cheese Bourekas Spirals

Cheese Bourekas Spirals

I love making Bourekas with Phyllo dough. I’ll devour any filling there is- potatoes, spinach, mushrooms, but this cheese filling is my absolute favorite. It

Date Syrup-Tahini Granola

Date Syrup-Tahini Granola

There are no funny ingredients, and it tastes amazing. This granola recipe is vegan, Pareve, and can be gluten-free too (if using gluten-free oats).  Ingredients

Asparagus Pastry Twists on parcment paper

Asparagus Pastry Twists

One of the reasons I love puff pastry is that it is such a great way to make an easy but elegant appetizer. Asparagus pastry

Flourless Tahini Bread on a brown board

Flourless Tahini Bread

If you’ve been looking for what is definitively the best This Flourless Tahini Bread recipe on the internet, then you’ve come to the right place.

Labaneh dip on a plate

Labaneh

Labaneh is the Middle Eastern version of cream cheese, and making it is simple! You need a quality full-fat yogurt and a cheesecloth. Feeling fancy?

challah on a white napkin

Vegan Challah

Nothing melts away the stress of a work week like a warm, homemade Challah. This Vegan Challah Recipe is my preferred recipe when I am

egg salad on toast

Egg Salad

I really think that a bowl of egg salad makes the perfect brunch, but it is also a nice upgrade to any sandwich. Everyone has

hummus on a plate with egg

Simple Hummus Recipe

Simple Hummus Recipe is handy to have on hand and is so healthy and versatile. It can be used as a dip for vegetables and

Chocolate Biscuit Balls in a blue bowl

Chocolate Biscuit Balls

Every kitchen buff has a first memory of his attempt at cooking or baking and the successes and failures from which they learned and developed.

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Pumpkin Challah Bread on white cloth

Pumpkin Challah Bread

Pumpkin Challah Bread is truly a showstopper on any dinner table. Moreover, Challah is the bread of celebration in Jewish tradition; the braided bread holds

 

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