If you’re considering hiring a baby nurse/nanny to help care for your newborn, be vigilant and make sure you and your agency have taken care of these essential responsibilities. I called the owner of a reputable nanny agency to learn: What should we expect from a referring agency? And what is our responsibility to do?…
How to Make a Great Iced Coffee on Shabbos (or Anytime)
It’s so simple to make this iced coffee, you’ll be sipping it all summer long. I never really thought that my little simple method for making an easy iced coffee was a big deal. Then, one day, I hosted lots of people for a barbecue. And it was really hot. And one guest arrived, debating…
Forget Cereal, Eggs, or Even Yogurt. We’re Having Acai Bowls for Breakfast.
Acai bowls are a breakfast that’s worth waking up for. Blend, top, and enjoy! It all started when I spotted these kosher-certified Frozen Acai Packets at Wegmans. Then, Esti spotted a 12 pack (even better) at Costco. Breakfast was about to get really exciting. Acai bowls are really simple to make. They’re basically thick fruit…
Do You Worry When Your Child Goes Off to Camp?
Every parent has concerns about their child’s safety when they go to sleepaway camp, especially if it’s the first time. Here’s the ABC’s of keeping your child safe. Based on a handout and child safety workshop given by Magen Yeladim International, Child Safety Institute (magenyeladim.org). A. Acquire Information About the Camp [Note: While “A” is…
Basics: How to Prep Skirt Steak
The two essential first steps when preparing your perfect skirt steak. I love serving skirt steak because it’s so effortless and everyone loves it. My latest favorite is grilled simply and paired with this salad. You can also try this version (Newsflash: it goes well with mango), and we have a new skirt steak recipe…
These Tuna Bites Are the Perfect Summer Appetizer
This light and refreshing tuna appetizer is fun to make, fun to assemble, and fun to eat. Our Pulled Beef Tacos have become almost a weekly staple in my house. And this lighter version, where the wontons are baked and not fried, is popular too! Serve it for seudah shelishit, a sheva brachos appetizer, or…
One Trick to Make Frozen Bread Feel and Taste Fresh
No bakery on your corner? No worries. Bread from your freezer can also be soft and fresh-tasting if you know this little trick. If you grew up in Europe like Renee Muller, then it’s likely your childhood mornings included walks to the bakery to buy a fresh loaf of bread for breakfast. And while there’s…
Why Make a Master Shabbat Shopping List?
Do you make a list every week? Do you ever forget a Shabbat staple and run out on Friday? Here’s one simple solution. I thought I was so organized, with all my menus set weekly on a spreadsheet. Fill in the menu item, list what ingredients were needed, make a shopping list, divided by store…
What to Listen to While You Cook
Cooking marathon ahead? Listen to shiurim while you cook and the time will be so enjoyable. On Sukkot, on the night of Hoshanah Rabah, while the men were up all night learning, I was up all night cooking. But I didn’t feel so left out. TorahAnytime.com had a live video feed of shiurim, and…
What Do You Do When Your Butter is Super Hard?
Hard, cold butter might work for pie crust. But it doesn’t work for baking or spreading on a bagel. No worries. There’s a hack that solves those problems. I don’t plan ahead like I should when I’m baking. That means, my butter or margarine isn’t at room temperature when I need to whip it with…