This simple hack makes it easy to knot that open bag of fries securely. When we came across this hack, we knew we had to share it with all of you. Ever open a bag of frozen fries and only use half? (Ok, probably not, but how about a Costco size bag of frozen sweet…
Tips & Tricks
How To Cut A Whole Watermelon Neatly
Here’s how you get the most equally sized cubes in one shot. Ever wondered what is the best way to get the most “pretty” and uniformed sized cubes of fruit, without too much waste (as in, the small corners that aren’t usable for display). Well, you will be surprised. This method is not how most…
The Hot Plate Stovetop Hack
Do you like to keep your hotplate on the stovetop, but it doesn’t fit perfectly on the grates? We’ve got the solution for you! I didn’t even know I had a problem until my friend Kim was over for Shabbos and gave me the solution. Well, I guess I knew I had a problem…I was…
How I Get a Month of Meals into My Freezer
It might seem overwhelming. But if you have a schedule which makes it hard to cook every single day, getting your dinners done will feel so satisfying. As a full-time working mom, I understand the struggles of many others in my situation–we want to be supermoms. There’s work, tending to children and our homes, and…
Decorate Your Challah with Flowers for Shavuos
This simple little detail will add a pretty touch to your Shavuos table. Last year we got a submission from a reader named Laya who suggested this idea. It was too late to get it ready for the website in time for Yom Tov, but we tried it out, loved it, and then tucked the…
10 Tips to Finish Cooking for Shabbos (Even for a Crowd) Before Friday
For all the 9-5 working ladies, you probably figured this one out already—but for those of you feeling the Friday rush, this one’s for you. I’m a natural procrastinator, but I’ve hosted entire Shabbosim for 20+ people without ever cooking on Friday (minus the exception in #4). It can be done. Procrastination often stems from…
Crock-Pot Overnight Potato Kugel Hack (Freezer Version)
The easiest way to get a fresh overnight potato kugel on Yom Tov. We can’t believe we’re sharing another overnight kugel recipe, but when we heard there’s a new “Chantzy W hack” we knew we were going to be making it this Pesach–and of, course, we’d have to share it with you. What are the…
Four Myths About Getting Picky Kids to Eat (and What You Should Do Instead)
Do you have picky eaters? Kids that won’t touch veggies? Or perhaps, more simply, non-eaters? Sit back and don’t worry. This is how to deal with it. Myth #1: Mealtime is just going to be stressful and frustrating no matter what I do. Every night, dinner with your kids leaves you exhausted from the sheer…
This Label Printer Will Take Your Freezer Stash to the Next Level
A little bit extra and a lot of fun, this label maker is the kitchen toy we’re having fun with these days! Last Pesach, my family spent some time together at a hotel over Chol Hamoed. Of course, that means schlepping along boxes and boxes of food. Matzah, cheese sticks, hard boiled eggs, cakes and…
The Baking Powder / Cornstarch Hack for Even Scooping
Not all containers come with that handy edge. This is what to do when they don’t. Cornstarch and some containers of baking powder/soda can be difficult to scoop. And while some containers of these products come with a handy edge you can use to scrape off the excess in the spoon, many others don’t (corn…
