Vacuum cleaners can be a pain to repair. Now, what if I said you’ll never have to worry about that again? One day before Pesach, I was in Evergreen Supermarket on the south side of Lakewood, when I bumped into the wife of my son’s Rebbe. “What are you doing on this side of town?”…
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9×13 Life: Make Easy General Tso’s Chicken in a Disposable Pan
This Chinese classic usually cooks on the stovetop. But we made General Tso’s chicken in the oven in a 9×13 pan. Here’s how. When Rivky Kleiman shared this recipe for General Tso’s Chicken from Simply Gourmet with us, our first reaction was… “Wait! This will work in a 9×13! Let’s try it!” Here goes… Start…
What to Do When You’re in California
Planning a trip to the West Coast? There’s lots of sun and lots of fun ways to fill your days in California. California is one of the most beautiful states. With its perfectly warm weather, sandy beaches and sunny skies, it’s a popular travel destination. I lived there for 8 years and love going back…
How to Pack a Diaper Bag
Are you always forgetting one essential or another that your baby needs (they need a lot of stuff!)? Here’s a trick for remembering the things that need to go in the bag. Shortly after my oldest son was born, I remember packing up his diaper bag to go to my mother-in-law’s house. I don’t remember…
Forget Puff Pastry. The Best Hot Dogs are Wrapped in Challah Dough.
Who needs a bun when you can have challah hot dogs? Are you still wrapping your frank n’ blanks in puff pastry? The best hot dogs come wrapped in challah dough. And they’re the prettiest way to serve them too. Start with your favorite challah dough. It can’t be sticky or it will be hard…
The Secret to Juicy Grilled Chicken Burgers (This One Won’t Come Out Dry!)
Do you avoid grilling chicken breast, especially those chicken burgers, even though you know they’re a healthier option? Chicken Burgers are a great healthy option to add to the grilling menu. People have told me in the past that they were hesitant to make them since they thought they’d be very dry. So I created…
There’s Tons to Do in the Lake George Area
Planning time in Lake George with family? From nature to adventure to history, there’s tons to do and experience. When I mentioned my vacation plans to my friends, they were all surprised. “You plan on staying in the Lake George and Gore Mountain area for a week? What are you going to do there for…
It’s a Time of Mourning. But what if I don’t feel sad about the churban?
How to realize what we’re missing…and genuinely feel sad and cry. The pool is closed, music speakers are stowed away, and meat is off the menu. In camp, our daughters chant, “The Nine Days, a time of tzarah; we don’t cheer, because we’re marah.” But what if we don’t feel that way? What if I’m…
Basics: How to Cook Quinoa
Learn the way to cook this ancient grain for the best possible results. Some people love it, some people hate it. But if you cook quinoa correctly (and use it in one of the great recipes linked below), you’re certain to have a great salad or side that’s both healthy and popular. 1 cup quinoa and 2 cups water….
Why You Should Make the Fascinating City of Prague Your Next European Stop
A trip to the beautiful city of Prague is like a jump back into Jewish history. The next European city we’re going to explore is Prague – best known for its beer and the old city. In the 14th century, the city of Prague bloomed and became one of Europe’s largest and wealthiest cities. In…
