It’s always easy to complain about accommodations, sleeping arrangements, food and everything else. But, are you a good guest? We covered How to Be a Good Host in this post. But what if you’re on the other end this Yom Tov? You want to be a pleasure to host as well! We interviewed both hosts…
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How to Be a Good Host
What does it mean to be a good host? What will make your guests feel the most welcome and comfortable? So, Yom Tov season is upon us. And with it, guests. Whether you are the one hosting or the one being hosted (see our next post!), there is always something new to learn. We interviewed…
Our Complete Guide to Pots. Part 2: Nonstick
Our best-of-the-best pots guide continues as we cover nonstick cookware. Even though we recommend stainless steel for the majority of your cooking, many people like to choose a nonstick set for dairy/milchigs. This is because milky things tend to stick more to pots. Some people find them easier to clean, as there’s no scrubbing necessary….
Tips and Techniques to Make the Perfect Hostess Packages
Create a beautiful and thoughtful package in a few simple steps. Find a beautiful BOX or BAG to create your package in. Think out of the (typical) box! You can use a pretty tray, magazine rack, storage box… Scout stores and websites like Amazing Savings, Michaels and Amazon. There is no perfect size, just keep…
What’s the Difference Between All the Models of Kitchen Aid Stand Mixers?
With so many to choose from, it can get confusing. We get asked this question by our readers, and so it’s finally time to explore the popular models to help you decide which one is right for you. The main difference between the different Kitchen Aid models is: Bowl capacity Power level The method that…
The Top 20 Items of 2020 That BCP Readers Loved the Most
Want to see last year’s list? Click here! This year there are lots of items that made it back to the top 2020, and there’s lots of new items too!
Shipt? Instacart? We Love Them Both. Here’s a Rundown of These Delivery Services
Winter is here and we really don’t want to go out on random errands. The good news is that almost everything can be delivered nowadays. I’ve been using the Instacart service at BJs for a few years now, because, as you all know, a visit to BJs or Costco can entail a lot of hours,…
You Subscribe and Save What?
We know about paper towels and diapers, but what are some of the less common items on your subscription list? Let’s back up a moment. What is Subscribe and Save? If you have Prime from Amazon, you probably know that if you have a standing “subscription” order of an item, you save 5% on each…
Which Generic Brands Are the Best?
Everyone knows which name brand items are of high quality and reliable. But what about those generic brands? Some of them are just as good (or better) at a much lower price! I crowdsourced to see which generic brand items you love from which stores so you can save money without compromising on quality. Kirkland/Costco…
What to Stock – Just in Case You’re Stuck Home
You’ve already bought out the hand sanitizer…but what about the basics you’ll need to stock if you’ll be staying home? A quick guide to what to have on hand…just in case. With faith in Hashem and while using common sense, we hope that all the precautions being taken will continue to protect our communities from…
