In the spirit of Purim, we’re going to share a recipe post that’s not our typical. Our kids taught this to us and now, with all the extra soda in the house, you can share this hack with your own family and see how surprised they will be. It’s also a good way to get…
Purim
What Kind of Mask Do You Wear?
This Purim, let’s take a peak at ourselves beneath the facade. As Purim dawns, the young and young at heart will don their masks and transform their persona into the hero, villain or neutral character of their choice. And we of the more adult variety smile indulgently as they pretend to be someone they are…
Add Fun to the Party with This Ring Toss Game
All you need are some rings and any kind of bottled drinks…and kids will have a blast! Every Chanukah, my kids and I try really hard to brainstorm a couple of fresh, exciting games that work well when there’s a gazillion kids around. This was what we came up with this year, and the team…
Make a Hot Pretzel Bar (But Make It Easy!)
Want to feed the kinderlach who show up at your door all Purim, something more than just candy? And make it fun? We have just the thing. Purim is that notorious day, where we are surrounded by food all day but eat nothing of substance. I’m not here to tell you that hot pretzels are…
How to Etch a Wine Bottle
Wow your family and friends with this professional-looking personalized mishloach manos, or use mini grape juice bottles as place cards for your Purim seudah! This is a cool project for the DIYers among you! Method 1: with a Cricut machine materials: * Wine bottle or any glassware * Cricut machine * Removable vinyl (I like…
20+ Funny Earrings for Your Teen on Purim
Is your teen at the age where she doesn’t want to dress up with the family…but still wants to be a part of the action? With a pair of “matching” earrings, she can still be part of the family’s theme. There is literally a pair of earrings out there to match any theme possible. Here…
Fun Place settings for a Festive Purim
How will you set the table at your seudah? If ever, this is the time to have fun and bring in the color! Use BCP15 for 15% off your order at LuxeParty.com! Want to see more, fun bright setting ideas? See this Chanukah post on 8 Gorgeous Place Settings for 8 Nights. Ok, now let’s get…
Tortilla Hamantaschen That Taste As Good As They Look
Say hello to your new Purim appetizer. Back in 2016 I wrote a cookbook, Our Table, and within the most popular recipes, the Spiced Meat Envelopes simply stood out. It seemed like everyone was preparing them. And I did too, for my family. This appetizer was particularly popular with kids, somehow. And moms love it when kids…
UPDATED: This Is the Ultimate Guide to Mishloach Manos Containers
The hardest part of preparing the perfect Mishloach Manos is finding the container. We got you covered! EDITORS’ NOTE: This post was originally published last year. This year, we searched and found more great options to add to this roundup. Hope you find something perfect! We’ve combed through Amazon to find all the best options for your…
It All Begins With The Right Box: Mishloach Manos Packaging Ideas
Once you have that figured out, Mishloach Manos can be easy. Spending too much money on a container that will most likely go straight to the trash is kinda silly. We can all agree on that. But, on the same token, finding a container that is cheap and pretty?! Almost impossible. Almost, we said. Because,…