It’s so much fun to enjoy this hot chocolate…just stock up on chocolate Chanukah gelt. Right after Sukkos my sister-in-law suggested we celebrate a few birthdays by taking the kids out for dinner. The first thing my nieces and nephews ordered was hot chocolate milk for everyone at the table. Out came clear mugs with…
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How to Give Your Child Positive Chanukah Memories Forever
This is one of the best Chanukah gifts you can give your children. And it’s free! The first Chanukah after I was married, we had just returned to Eretz Yisrael from visiting family in the States and I was in a very early stage of pregnancy. Couple that with the long, dark nights that came…
Hosting A Party? Make It Easy. Read: Disposable.
But do not give up on setting a gorgeous table. And have it all shipped directly to your house. It is amazing to see what is available online nowadays. There are so many cool options that will dress up your party with minimal effort. Let’s start with the cutlery: How beautiful and elegant are these?…
This is That Mushroom Romaine Salad That Everyone Loves
This Mushroom Romaine salad is one of those favorite recipes that’ll make its way into every household. Some salad recipes go around from friend to friend with no clear credit. As they move along, one adds one ingredient, another removes a different one. This is the particular way that salad recipes get passed from one…
Looking for That Nutritious Latke? We’ve Been Enjoying These Zucchini Fritters
These zucchini fritters are a simple and nutritious side dish for any dairy meal! For a pareve version, omit the cheese. Zucchini Fritters Save Print Serves: 12-18 Ingredients 2 cups grated zucchini (squeezed to remove moisture) (about 2-3 average size) 2 eggs, beaten 4 scallions, chopped ½ cup oats, or any flour ½ cup…
How to Play Snack Memory at Your Party
Get ready to brag about your favorite snack, be competitive, and have fun! This snack memory game will be a hit with everyone – kids or adults. The Rules: Everyone has to bring one snack (something special and worthy for the game, like a chocolate bar, huge bag of chips, candy…) Sit around the table….
The 7 “Don’ts” of Frying Donuts
Frying donuts happens only once a year, so they better be perfect. Avoid these 7 no-gos and they will be. With Chanukah here a fryfest is impending ! Whether it’s the hot oil or the cleanup, there’s certainly some work involved with frying at home, but if it’s the irresistible freshest doughnuts is what you’re…
Introducing Your Chanukah Craft Activity: Embossed Foil Art!
Looking for a Chanukah craft to keep the kids busy? This is embossed foil art project is our new favorite. It’s always a challenge to come up with something to entertain the kids at the yearly family Chanukah party. With cousins of all ages, it can be hard to find a craft that will please…
Time for the Kids Party! Create This Festive Pom Pom Centerpiece
The kids can help you create this centerpiece…and then enjoy the festivities when their friends or cousins come over for a Chanukah party designed just for them. Once you have a fun centerpiece, the rest of the details are easy to accomplish. Have fun creating and celebrating at the table at this kids only Chanukah…
The Easy Way to Avoid Melted Wax Stuck to the Menorah
This post-Chanukah wax scraping chore is no more. Do you find it a pain to scrape out the colored wax from the menorahs every night over Chanukah? I learned this trick when I saw my brother-in-law prep his children’s menorahs last Chanukah. This hack works only when the candle fits exactly into the menorah. Pour…