With fire, hot oil, and new toys all around, keep your eyes open and stay safe with these tips. Chanukah is a time of great joy, parties, gifts, family, and friends. Here are a few tips for you and your families to stay safe this yom tov! Fire. There is so much to be said…
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Hosting A Party? Make It Easy. Read: Disposable.
It may be disposable, but there’s no need to 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 disposable options that will dress up your party with minimal effort. Let’s start with the…
Babka Doughnuts are the Easiest-to-Prepare and Tastiest Donut Yet
Make these chocolate babka doughnuts today. And pop them in the freezer. You don’t need to see them again until it’s time to fry! Ok, I know what you are thinking. Every year food writers try to come up with a crazier doughnut than the year before. That’s not what I tried to do this…
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.
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….
Does Your Child Want a Gift That You Don’t Want to Give?
What to give, when to give, how to give—or whether to give at all. A gift guide My mother is the perfect Bubby. Although my children are growing up 6,000 miles away from her, she never fails to express her love to them, whether through every gift she sends, the attention she doles out over…
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 the irresistible freshest doughnuts is what you’re after, then…
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…
Absolutely Yummy Apple Cider Baked Donuts
I baked these apple cider donuts and then invited the girls over to taste. The verdict: We gotta spread the word. This might be strange, but I prefer baked donuts to fried ones. It kind of defeats the whole Chanukah connection thing, but that’s just the way it is. And when I came across this…
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…